Durham Cathedral has celebrated the completion of the new Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer.

The accessible new Centre, centred around the renovated Chapel of the Holy Cross, will welcome pilgrims and visitors from all backgrounds, supporting prayer, reflection and faith ...Read moreexploration for generations to come.

Learn more here 👇https://durhamcathedral.ticketsolve.com/ticketbooth/shows/1173668229

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To mark the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, Visit County Durham and Visit Northumberland are launching a joint campaign promoting magical breaks across the region. The campaign will promote Durham and Northumberland as the home of iconic filming locations from the...Read more first two Harry Potter films, inspiring visits and overnight stays during the autumn/winter shoulder season.
Businesses are encouraged to create Harry Potter-inspired events, activities, and special offers to help attract visitors and drive stays during the shoulder season.

Find out more here 👇
https://www.thisisdurham.com/inspire-me/magical-breaks

🎷 Durham Jazz Festival is already hitting all the right notes ahead of its inaugural event this October, with its first performances now sold out and several more shows nearing capacity.

Following their 2026 Mercury Prize nomination, Newcastle jazz band Knats became the festival's ...Read morefirst sell-out act, adding to the excitement surrounding the three-day celebration of jazz across Durham City.

From nationally acclaimed artists and North East favourites to emerging talent, the festival promises an incredible programme of live music, including performances from Jo Harrop, Marvin Muoneké, Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club presents: The Ronnie Scott's Soho Songbook, and many more.

🎟️ Tickets are selling fast, ensure your visitors don't miss their chance to be part of Durham's newest music festival.

Find out more here 👉 https://tinyurl.com/4ctjndtn

#DurhamJazzFestival #DurhamCity #JazzMusic #LiveMusic #CountyDurham #Culture #LoveDurham

Hear from artist and poet Lizzie Lovejoy, in her own words, as she recites the poem commissioned by Visit County Durham in celebration of two decades supporting and shaping the county’s visitor economy – The Way of the Wear.

Download the audio version here 👇
...Read morehttps://tinyurl.com/ykwmf2yu

The Business Disability Forum is holding a free webinar on 15 September 2026 to help customer-facing teams provide inclusive services. With nearly 1 in 4 people in the UK having a disability, the webinar will explore the barriers disabled customers face and the reputational, commercial and ethical ...Read morebenefits to offering a truly inclusive customer service.

Book your place here 👇
https://businessdisabilityforum.org.uk/event/empowering-customer-facing-workers-to-provide-disability-inclusive-service/

💡 Have a food or drink product idea you're trying to bring to market? Or looking to strengthen your innovation process?

Join this practical, solutions-focused Product Development Workshop on Monday 28 September at Pink Lane Bakery, Gosforth.

Hear honest insights from ...Read morebusinesses at different stages of their product development journey, including experiences of moving from street food to retail, developing artisan products, and building premium ranges.

Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your approach, this workshop will provide valuable knowledge, inspiration and practical takeaways.

📅 28 September | 9am to 1pm
📍 Pink Lane Bakery, Bakers Yard, Gosforth

Register here 👉 https://www.fadne.org/event/product-development-workshop/

#FoodAndDrink #ProductDevelopment #FoodInnovation #NorthEastBusiness #FoodManufacturing #BusinessGrowth

📣 This week's Grapevine is out now, read the latest about-

▪️️Visit County Durham's 20th anniversary
▪️️Inclusive customer service webinar
▪️️Government launches review of pubs and hotels valuation methodology
▪️️Harry Potter 25th ...Read moreAnniversary campaign

Find out more here 👇
https://tinyurl.com/yxktaztb

The Auckland Project's latest Bishop's alive campaign is shining a spotlight on everything that makes Bishop Auckland such a unique destination. From Auckland Palace and stunning gardens to world-class art collections and fascinating heritage, there's so much to discover.

...Read moreSince launching in July, the campaign has reached more than 3.5 million people, helping to put Bishop Auckland firmly on the map as one of the North East's leading cultural destinations.

And if your visitors are travelling by bus or train, they can enjoy 20% off a Bishop's Key with a valid same-day travel ticket.

Find out more here👉 https://tinyurl.com/59ckevsv

#BishopsAlive #BishopAuckland #TheAucklandProject #CountyDurham #DaysOut #FamilyDaysOut #Culture #Heritage #LoveDurham