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Sin Exhibition hailed a success at The Auckland Project

27 Sep 2023

As the Sin: The Art of Transgression exhibition at The Auckland Project enters its final week on display, the regeneration charity in Bishop Auckland has hailed the exhibition a “unique and undeniable success”, welcoming over 6,000 visitors to the exhibition since it opened on 17th June. ...

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Purple Tuesday

27 Sep 2023

Purple Tuesday returns on 7th November 2023. The initiative inspires leadership and staff of organisations from all sectors and sizes to foster awareness, deepen understanding, and implement solutions for enhanced accessibility in their customer environments. Find out more and why you should take...

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Business Growth Fund

27 Sep 2023

The Durham Business Growth Programme is now open for applications. Delivered by Business Durham in partnership with UMi Commercial and RTC North, the scheme is designed to support business growth and increase productivity, offering a selection of grants for eligible businesses, covering both...

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Seventh North Pennines stargazing festival programme launches

27 Sep 2023

The programme has been launched for this year’s celebration of the dark skies of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and UNESCO Global Geopark. The seventh North Pennines Stargazing Festival will run from 20 October to 5 November 2023, during the Autumn half term, and has...

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GB Tourism Survey

20 Sep 2023

Latest statistics for January to March 2023 show Brits have spent on average 12% more per trip on their domestic holidays in England compared to the first three months of 2022. British residents spent on average £263 per trip in England from January to March 2023 with average trips in England...

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TXGB update

20 Sep 2023

eviivo and Bookalet users can now augment their booking reach and plug into a wider range of local, regional and national tourism bodies and channels thanks to new connections with TXGB. Connecting to TXGB is quick and easy - simply complete the short 'Get Started form here and the TXGB Customer...

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Barnard Castle project welcomes their Royal Highnesses The Duke and Duchess of Gloucester to Raby Castle

14 Sep 2023

Their Royal Highnesses The Duke of Gloucester and Duchess of Gloucester visited County Durham, this week (13th September), to recognise the region’s longstanding commitment to traditional skills training and heritage restoration. As Patron of the Cultura Trust, the national charity which has...

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DDP update

13 Sep 2023

A reminder that the latest Destination Development Partnership update is being held online this Friday 15th September at 8:30am. Get the latest information on the government backed regional tourism pilot and how businesses can get involved. Reserve your place.

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Create Growth Programme

13 Sep 2023

Are you a creative business in North East England and are looking to grow your business through investment? Create UK are now taking applications for their North East Create Growth Programme. This DCMS funded development programme provides bespoke mentoring, workshops and investor introduction.

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Regulatory updates

13 Sep 2023

Did you know that on 1st October two regulations that could effect your business come into effect - an extension on the ban on single use plastics, and new fire safety guidance for accommodation providers.

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Funding win for Silver Swan conservation work

13 Sep 2023

The Bowes Museum has been awarded funding by The National Lottery Heritage Fund to carry out conservation work on the Museum's Silver Swan. The Silver Swan is one of the finest examples of 18th century automata in the world, a life-size, solid silver, replica of a female Swan containing 2,000...

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New Christmas attraction will provide festive boost to Durham’s visitor economy

7 Sep 2023

Durham’s festive offer is now even brighter thanks to the creation of a new Christmas themed attraction. The Auckland Project is launching a brand new light trail, AGLOW, which promises to dazzle visitors to Auckland Castle in Bishop Auckland this festive season. Featuring the tallest Christmas...

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Bookings open at Raby Castle's magnificent new event space, marking milestone for 'Rising' development

7 Sep 2023

Raby Castle’s ‘Rising’ development has marked a momentous milestone, as bookings for 2024 events open in its magnificent new events spaces. The iconic spaces will welcome guests to enjoy unique events opportunities in the stunning historical surroundings. The Rising project has seen the...

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Top visitor award for the Spanish Gallery and Auckland Castle

29 Aug 2023

One of the North East’s most popular visitor attractions and historic sites has scooped a prestigious tourism award which places it in the top 10% of attractions worldwide. Part of The Auckland Project, The Spanish Gallery and Auckland Castle, located on the main site in the heart of Bishop...

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Raby Castle nominated for prestigious VisitEngland welcome accolade

29 Aug 2023

Raby Castle has been nominated for the prestigious VisitEngland ‘Welcome’ Accolade after its staff scored 100% in a recent assessment. Staff across visitor services, catering and retail as well as tour guides and volunteers within the castle were awarded marks out of five for customer care,...