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Champions set to showcase Durham on a global scale

30 Jul 2025

Businesses, organisations and individuals from across County Durham have come together for the first Durham Champions – an exciting new county-wide network made up of people who are passionate about the place and want to see it thrive.

Industry

Dalton Park Outlet welcomes stylish bar and dining experience to its line up

25 Jul 2025

This summer, Dalton Park Outlet, the North East’s largest outlet shopping destination, will welcome Cafebar eighteen38, a dynamic Scottish-born eatery choosing Dalton Park as its debut venue outside of Scotland. Opening on Friday 25th July, Cafebar eighteen38 will offer guests a premium...

Industry

Countdown to S&DR200 celebrations in September

24 Jul 2025

Excitement is building for S&DR200’s celebrations across County Durham and Tees Valley as the festival counts down to the Stockton & Darlington Railway’s 200th anniversary on 27 September 2025. The festival is unveiling a week of unmissable spectacles that will celebrate the region and...

Industry

BRILLIANT scheme artists revealed for Lumiere 2025

24 Jul 2025

Tuesday 15 July 2025: Artichoke announces today five artists have been selected for BRILLIANT, the small-scale commissioning scheme organised by Lumiere and sponsored by EMG Solicitors, headquartered in Durham. BRILLIANT encourages anyone to submit a bright idea for art made using light. Their...

Industry

Screen Tourism Workshops

23 Jul 2025

Destination North East England have engaged screen tourism expert Seren Welch to deliver a series of four one-hour screen tourism webinars between 11am-12pm on 16th, 23rd, 30th September and 7th October. The webinars will cover how to position your business as a potential film location, what...

Industry

Coastal Survey Results

23 Jul 2025

The National Coastal Tourism Academy's latest Coastal Tourism Business Survey was live from 21st May to 29th June reflecting performance since the start of 2025. Forward bookings for the summer were lower than last year and as a result of the government's October '24 budget, 44% have reduced the...

Industry

Best wedding venue barn none…

22 Jul 2025

A leading County Durham hotel has unveiled a new space – putting it on course to be the region’s top wedding destination. Ramside Hall hotel, Golf and Spa has long been the go-to destination for couples, thanks to its versatile wedding spaces, luxury accommodation and on-site beauty and hair...

Industry

Durham Brass Festival 2025: a roaring success

21 Jul 2025

Schoolchildren dancing to Dolly Parton; Futureheads frontman Barry Hyde performing melodies for miners in their spiritual home; and brass on board a river cruiser. Durham Brass Festival 2025 really had it all. The Durham County Council event, supported by Arts Council England, has drawn to a close...

Industry

The spirit of Kynren: Celebrating 10 years, £65.5 million boost to the North East and a bold vision for the future

14 Jul 2025

Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is celebrating a decade of unforgettable storytelling, community spirit and regional impact with the release of a powerful new report outlining the difference it has made across the North East and what’s still to come. Since launching in Bishop Auckland, Kynren...

Industry

The Story progresses to national finals

9 Jul 2025

County Durham’s newest culture, heritage and registration venue has been recognised for its design and contribution to the community in two prestigious awards. The Story has marked its first year with commendations in the Constructing Excellence North East (CENE) and regional Royal Town Planning...

Industry

Kynren's preview night a roaring success ahead of milestone season

8 Jul 2025

Kynren’s 1,000-strong volunteer cast and crew wowed friends and family on Saturday night during the final dress rehearsal for the spectacular tenth anniversary season of Kynren – An Epic Tale of England. The summer run officially begins on Saturday 19th July in Bishop Auckland. The breathtaking...

Industry

Eight years of excavations reveal Bishop Auckland’s medieval palace

3 Jul 2025

After almost a decade of digging, and over 1,000 diggers, Durham University’s Department of Archaeology and The Auckland Project are coming to the end of a campaign of archaeological research to uncover the medieval past buried in the historic grounds of Auckland Palace. Since 2018, volunteers,...

Visit County Durham

Durham on a winning streak as the county scoops a host of national awards and international recognition

2 Jul 2025

It has been a winning week for County Durham as the county picked up a collection of prestigious awards recognising the world class visitor offer, and the work, creativity and commitment of visitor economy businesses across the county. The spotlight was on Beamish, The Living Museum of The...

Industry

Seaham Hall named one of the best hotels in the world by prestigious global ranking

2 Jul 2025

Seaham Hall, the iconic five-star boutique hotel on the Durham Heritage Coast, has been officially named one of the best hotels in the world by La Liste, a globally respected authority on hotel excellence. This prestigious recognition places Seaham Hall among a select group of elite properties...

Industry

Raby Castle's lifestyle destination celebrates increase in visitors one year on

2 Jul 2025

A major restoration and redevelopment project at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens has celebrated its first birthday this month as well as an increase in yearly visitors. Following the opening of the ambitious scheme, Raby Castle, Park and Gardens has welcomed over 300,000 visitors in its first year...