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A message from Visit County Durham's Managing Director, Michelle Gorman

4 Feb 2026

As we begin 2026, Durham’s visitor economy is well positioned for continued growth. Ambition, collaboration and a clear strategic direction provide a solid platform as we move forward and build on recent success. Durham’s position as a compelling and competitive destination continues to be...

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Visit County Durham Connects with Group Trade at the Excursions Show

30 Jan 2026

Visit County Durham was delighted to attend the 2026 Excursions Show, the UK’s longest running and most influential group travel exhibition, bringing together tour operators, coach organisers and destination partners from across the country. Promoting the county’s group friendly...

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Durham Champions gather to hear county success stories

22 Jan 2026

Over 50 businesses, organisations and individuals from across County Durham came together this week for the third Durham Champions meeting. This county-wide network of people who are passionate about the place and want to see it thrive, heard inspiring talks from Kate Culverhouse, Community...

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Full steam ahead as Visit County Durham and Tees Valley join forces to celebrate the enduring legacy of 200 years of railway innovation

22 Jan 2026

Visit County Durham is once again partnering with Visit Tees Valley, building on the success of the landmark S&DR200 celebrations and continuing the journey to showcase the region’s world-changing railway heritage. 2026 is set to be another busy and exciting year for Visit County Durham as it...

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National campaign encourages holidaymakers to make Durham their Next Stop

29 Oct 2025

Visit County Durham has launched a major national destination marketing campaign to inspire consumers to make Durham their next stop for a staycation, positioning the county as a must-visit destination for UK holidaymakers.

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Durham food and drink producers given the chance to showcase their goods in Westminster

7 Oct 2025

Food and drink producers from across the county are being offered a unique opportunity to take centre stage in Westminster in January, thanks to an exciting new initiative from North East rail operator Lumo. In celebration of British Food Fortnight, Lumo is partnering with Food & Drink North...

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World Tourism Day 2025

26 Sep 2025

This World Tourism Day, (27 September) the spotlight is on Tourism and Sustainable Transformation, highlighting tourism’s critical role not just as an economic driver, but as a catalyst for social progress, cultural preservation, and environmental stewardship. Tourism today faces a pivotal...

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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...

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Summer Garden Party success at South Causey Inn

2 Jul 2025

Over one hundred partners gathered at the South Causey Inn on Tuesday (1 July) to enjoy an evening of networking during the Visit County Durham Summer Garden Party. The annual event is seen as a highlight in the calendar as is a great opportunity to meet with contacts old and new. ...

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Bumper investment drives continued growth for Durham’s visitor economy

11 Jun 2025

Latest tourism figures show a major boost for Durham’s visitor economy as the county sees overall visitor expenditure rise to a record £1.38billion, with the number of day visitors now 7.6% higher than pre pandemic figures, and overnight visitors also rising by 1.8%.

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A message from Visit County Durham's Managing Director, Michelle Gorman

30 Apr 2025

Spring, is of course, a season of new beginnings, so it is very fitting that we are celebrating the launch of Durham Story - an exciting new approach to promoting the county. The place brand was recently unveiled to over 80 stakeholders who attended the launch event at Gala Durham. The event,...

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Vote for Wendy!

12 Mar 2025

The deadline is fast approaching to get your vote in for Wendy Wilshere, Kynren's Head of Volunteer Casting and Engagement to become this year's VisitEngland Tourism Superstar. County Durham and North East England have a proud record of being home to the national Tourism Superstar and your vote can...

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VCD Partnership Renewals

12 Mar 2025

Our VCD Partnership renewal process is underway for 2025-26 and we'd like to say thank you to the many businesses that have supported and worked in partnership with us over the past year. Please remember to check your spam/junk folder for your renewal email and if you have not received your...

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North East England Visitor Economy Update

12 Mar 2025

As you will be aware, the North East Devolution Deal, the North East Mayor's Manifesto and the draft Local Growth Plans all reference the importance of the Visitor Economy to the region. In November 2024, the Cabinet of the North East Combined Authority requested that proposals are developed,...

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How's Business Survey

5 Mar 2025

Please spare five minutes of your time to answer Visit County Durham's 'How's Business' survey. The results from the survey help us to track business confidence, review any concerns you have and provide insight into anything we can do at Visit County Durham to support the work that you do within...