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Visit County Durham
Partnership Renewals
12 Apr 2023
Our VCD Partnership renewal process is underway for 2023-24 and we'd like to say a big thank you to the many businesses that have renewed already. Please remember to check […]
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Industry
Second County Durham Stack given the go ahead
11 Apr 2023
The transformation of Durham City’s former Marks & Spencer store into an exciting leisure development was given the go-ahead by councillors today (Tues 11 April). Danieli Group announced last year […]
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Industry
Find a Grant
5 Apr 2023
The Cabinet Office has recently launched a 'Find a Grant' digital service, a single place for eligible individuals and organisations to find and apply for government grants and gain access […]
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Industry
Cyber Security
5 Apr 2023
The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) is the UK's technical authority on cyber security and has recently launched the latest phase of the #CyberAware campaign, aiming to help sole traders, […]
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Visit County Durham
Product Knowledge Day
5 Apr 2023
VCD Partners, check your inbox for your Eventbrite invitation to our Product Knowledge event taking place on Wednesday 19th April 2023 at Hardwick Hall Hotel. Hear the latest updates from […]
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Industry
The Auckland Project launches Annual Pass
5 Apr 2023
The Auckland Project will launch a new Annual Pass on Wednesday 5th April, making it easier for visitors to explore The Auckland Project’s diverse range of attractions. The Auckland Project […]
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Visit County Durham
Durham strikes gold at the North East England Tourism Awards
4 Apr 2023
Celebrations are continuing in Durham after businesses scooped top prizes at the North East England Tourism Awards. Hotels, attractions, shopping destinations and glamping sites all received accolades at the prestigious […]
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Visit County Durham
TV presenter and actor among gold winners at regional tourism awards
29 Mar 2023
TV presenter and actor Robson Green picked up a special Outstanding Contribution to North East Tourism at last night’s (THURS) North East England Tourism Awards. The special award was introduced […]
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Industry
Alternative Fuel Payments
29 Mar 2023
The Non-Domestic Alternative Fuels Payments Scheme provides a fixed payment of £150 to UK non-domestic consumers who are off the gas grid and use alternative fuels. Most consumers that are […]
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Visit County Durham
Jobs & Skills
29 Mar 2023
Visit County Durham has launched a new Jobs & Skills section on our corporate website offering advice on how to recruit effectively, what training opportunities are available, along with best […]
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Visit County Durham
Annual Review published
29 Mar 2023
VisitBritain/VisitEngland held their Annual Review event 'Driving change and building value' last week, sharing 2022-23 results and highlighting plans to support the industry and grow the visitor economy. You can […]
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Industry
Improving active travel links along route of former Stockton and Darlington Railway
29 Mar 2023
Work to improve active travel links between County Durham communities along the route of an historic railway is to begin this summer. Durham County Council is to develop new walking […]
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Industry
Celebrating the Women of Bishop Auckland
28 Mar 2023
The Auckland Project has launched a series of free theatrical walking tours to celebrate the hidden history of the women of Bishop Auckland. The ‘We Were Here’ walking tours shine […]
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Industry
Hotel Indigo Durham celebrates fifth birthday
24 Mar 2023
The last five years have seen Hotel Indigo breathe new life into one of the Durham City’s iconic buildings, win awards and overcome a global pandemic. Once known as the […]
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Industry
Restoration works to begin at Killhope Lead Mining Museum
24 Mar 2023
Works to restore a popular museum in County Durham are set to be carried out this year. Durham County Council has received funding from Arts Council England’s Museum Estate and […]
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