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Short-term holiday let review

30 Jun 2022

The government is issuing a call for evidence on the benefits and challenges presented by the rise in short-term and holiday letting which will inform the development of appropriate policy options later in the year. The rise in short-term and holiday letting has prompted a range of concerns...

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New CEO of VisitBritain/VisitEngland

30 Jun 2022

Congratulations to Patricia Yates on being appointed permanent CEO of VisitBritain/VisitEngland. Previously Director of Strategy and Communications at VisitBritain, Patricia was also Chair of the Tourism Industry Emergency Response Group and deputy CEO. We look forward to working with Patricia and...

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Visitor attraction website survey

23 Jun 2022

COVID-19 has transformed how visitor attractions operate online, and with an increased need for online bookings, additional revenue drivers and a seamless on and offline experience, it's vital visitor attractions understand how their website is performing. The Rubber Cheese 2022 Visitor Attraction...

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New British lifestyle brand arrives at Dalton Park

16 Jun 2022

Dalton Park Outlet Shopping Destination is delighted to celebrate the arrival of a new lifestyle brand, Crew Clothing. The North East’s largest outlet shopping and leisure destination has welcomed the classic lifestyle brand to its collection of more than 65 stores. Crew Clothing takes its...

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Hall Hill Farm named the best farm attraction in the country

16 Jun 2022

Hall Hill Farm has been named the UKs best Farm Attraction at the 2022 National Farm Attraction Network Awards (NFAN). The popular farm attraction near Lanchester, in County Durham, scooped two awards at the national event after being named Farm Attraction of the Year 2022 and Farm Attraction with...

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LET Access Tour to be hosted at Ramside Hall

14 Jun 2022

A County Durham golf club has announced its plan to host a prestigious women’s tournament next month (July). Ramside Hall Golf’s Cathedral Course will be welcoming around 126 top female players for the 54 hole LET Access Series event, sponsored by Trust Golf. The competition will run from 6-8...

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Celebrated Dalí painting to go on display at The Auckland Project

13 Jun 2022

From Saturday 9 July to 4 December 2022, The Auckland Project will unite two Spanish masterpieces from British collections at the Spanish Gallery. Acquired by Glasgow city in 1952 directly from the artist, Salvador Dalí’s Christ of St John of the Cross is one of the most celebrated and...

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UK City of Culture bid is just the start of County Durham's journey

1 Jun 2022

County Durham may not have been named UK City of Culture 2025, but after such a captivating campaign, the partners driving the bid remain committed to delivering a pioneering cultural programme with a lasting legacy. Today, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) revealed...

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Geotours app explores the geology and landscape of the North Pennines

27 May 2022

A free app has been created to help people explore the geology and landscape of inspiring sites along the European Atlantic Geotourism Route, including the North Pennines. The North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and UNESCO Global Geopark is an area rich in geological...

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Durham Cricket is delighted to announce Seat Unique as the Club’s new Ground Naming Rights partner on a 3-year deal.

26 May 2022

The Riverside ground in Chester le Street will now be known as the Seat Unique Riverside with immediate effect. Seat Unique is a premium ticketing marketplace where fans can buy official hospitality packages and premium tickets to live sports, music and cultural events. They work with clubs, venues...

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Go North East Survey

18 May 2022

Due to changes in lifestyles, including home working and online shopping, Go North East is seeking feedback to ensure services are adapted to efficiently meet new patterns of demand. Help shape the future of their bus network by completing the survey - the closing date for responses is 31st May...

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Crowdfunder appeal

11 May 2022

The Weardale Museum is looking to restore High House Chapel and create a new Heritage Centre with a view to preserving Weardale history. They have started a Crowdfunder to raise the final £10,500 needed to help preserve the Grade 2 Listed property, ensuring it continues to play a focal part in...

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National Accessible Scheme

11 May 2022

VisitEngland is undertaking a review of the National Accessible Scheme (NAS). The NAS is a long-running voluntary scheme that helps accommodation proprietors in England to develop and promote their true level of accessibility. They are keen to receive the views of suppliers and others working in...

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Ramside Spa named one of the best in the country

11 May 2022

County Durham's luxurious Ramside Spa has been named one of the best in the UK at the beauty industry’s equivalent of the Oscars. The spa, at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa, took ‘Highly Commended’ in the Large Spa of the Year category at the British Association of Beauty Therapy and...

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Name for new County Durham history centre revealed

9 May 2022

The name for a new history centre for County Durham has been revealed. The centre, which is currently under construction and due to open to the public in 2023, is to be called The Story at Mount Oswald. The project brings the Grade II listed Mount Oswald Manor House back into use, while the...