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Heritage rail journey supports people living with dementia during National Dementia Week

22 May 2026

A dedicated heritage rail experience was held on the Weardale Railway in support of National Dementia Week, welcoming people living with dementia and their carers for a memorable day out through the Durham Dales. Around 50 to 60 guests boarded the heritage DMU service at Bishop Auckland West,...

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Brass Bash locations confirmed for Durham Brass Festival

20 May 2026

Locations have been announced for a popular feature of Durham Brass Festival. Durham Brass Festival’s Big and Little Brass Bashes are going on tour again this year, bringing free concerts to towns and communities across County Durham. With new locations as well as firm fan favourites, organisers...

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Durham coastal grasslands project successfully completed

20 May 2026

A project to restore coastal grasslands along the Durham Heritage Coast has been successfully completed. Led by Durham County Council and the Heritage Coast Partnership in collaboration with the National Trust and Durham Wildlife Trust, the £1 million project was funded by the government’s...

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Diggerland Durham revealed as secret BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show location in exciting Big Weekend ticket giveaway

20 May 2026

United Kingdom - May 2026 - Diggerland Durham became the centre of national attention on 19th May 2026 after being revealed as the secret location for a live competition on the BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Greg James, giving one lucky listener the chance to win tickets to the highly anticipated...

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North East TV star brands County Durham tourist spot 'best museum on the planet'

20 May 2026

North East TV star Steph McGovern has hailed Beamish Museum as “the best museum on the planet” after enjoying another visit to the hugely popular County Durham attraction. The presenter, journalist and podcast host shared her praise for the open-air museum on social media over the weekend,...

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County Durham cultural venue appoints new artistic director

20 May 2026

An experienced curator and producer has been appointed to lead a new cultural venue ahead of its opening this summer. Tony Guillan is the new artistic director of The Light, Durham County Council’s latest cultural venue and tourist attraction in Durham City. Bringing together contemporary art and...

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A ticket to County Durham’s key attractions

18 May 2026

Three new bus services are launching across County Durham to help visitors and residents explore its key attractions. Durham County Council has commissioned the Durham Explorer to run on weekends and bank holidays between 23 May and 31 August this year. Each service will connect Durham City to a...

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Dalton Park Enhances its Premium Fashion Line-Up with New Belstaff Store

11 May 2026

Dalton Park Outlet, the North East’s largest outlet shopping destination, is set to welcome leading British fashion brand, Belstaff in June. The announcement cements Dalton Park’s position as a premier shopping destination, offering a compelling mix of highly sought-after brands at unbeatable...

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Opening date confirmed for Bishop Auckland Bus Station

8 May 2026

A brand-new bus station for Bishop Auckland is set to open this weekend. Durham County Council will officially open the new Bishop Auckland Bus Station to the public this Sunday, 10 May. Built on the site of the former station on Saddler Street, in the town centre, the new transport hub will be a...

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Ramside Hall Climbs the Ranks with NCG 100 Resorts Recognition

8 May 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort has firmly established itself among the UK’s leading golf and leisure destinations, securing its place in the prestigious NCG 100 Resorts list – a significant recognition of its continued rise, investment and...

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Italian Restaurant Owners Bring New Café Experience to Durham Dales Centre

1 May 2026

Visitors to the Durham Dales Centre can look forward to a new Italian-inspired café, as a well-established family-run restaurant business prepares to open its latest venture at the popular Weardale destination. The new café is being launched by Admir Meshi, known as Alberto, and Arsen Shehu,...

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TEDxDurhamUniversity Returns to Durham with Inspiring Line-Up of Global Speakers

24 Apr 2026

Durham, United Kingdom – 2 May 2026 — TEDxDurhamUniversity is set to return on Saturday 2 May 2026 at Redhills Miners Hall, bringing together an exceptional line-up of speakers from academia, industry, and public life for an afternoon of ideas, innovation, and thought-provoking discussion....

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Top street bands lined up for Durham Brass Festival

24 Apr 2026

One of the region’s liveliest music festivals is bringing the party to the streets once again this summer and everyone is invited. Streets of Brass will return to Durham City on Saturday 18 and Sunday 19 July as part of Durham Brass Festival, a highlight of Durham County Council’s festival and...

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St George’s Day celebrations across County Durham

20 Apr 2026

Celebrations are taking place across County Durham this week to mark St George’s Day. Durham County Council has organised a range of family-friendly activities to celebrate St George’s Day on Thursday (23 April). The day itself will be marked with a series of engaging activities designed to...

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Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2026: a roaring success

20 Apr 2026

Organisers have hailed Bishop Auckland Food Festival a resounding success after the event filled tummies and put smiles on faces once again. The free-to-attend Durham County Council event took place Saturday and Sunday 18 and 19 April and saw crowds flocking into the town’s Market Place both...