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Coastal survey results

3 Nov 2022

The National Coastal Tourism Academy has published the latest results from their third business survey. Findings indicate that more than 65% of coastal businesses are back to profit post-Covid, a […]

Industry

EV charging points

3 Nov 2022

If you are a registered charity or small accommodation business, you may be able to apply for the Workplace Charging Scheme, a voucher-based scheme that provides eligible applicants with support […]

Industry

Durham Restaurant Week

3 Nov 2022

Durham BID is running Durham Restaurant Week from 28th January to 4th February 2023. It's the perfect way to help people discover a new restaurant in Durham that they've always […]

Visit County Durham

Shortlist announced

3 Nov 2022

The shortlist for the 2023 North East England Tourism awards has been announced. The awards play a major role in showcasing the fantastic range of high quality experiences in North […]

Visit County Durham

Outdoors in Durham

19 Oct 2022

Do you have a few minutes to share your thoughts with Crook Hall Gardens National Trust about getting active outdoors in the Durham area. The survey should only take around […]

Visit County Durham

Chair and Trustee opportunity

19 Oct 2022

If you are passionate about North East England's history, culture and heritage, Beamish Museum is seeking expressions of interest from candidates who are forward thinking, open-minded, constructive and entrepreneurial for […]

Visit County Durham

Memorable Moments

19 Oct 2022

Visit County Durham's latest national campaign, 'Memorable Moments', is now live. A dedicated campaign hub is featured prominently on thisisdurham.com showcasing the experiences that can be had in the county during Autumn, Winter and […]

Industry

Spa plan and new bedroom wing unveiled for Hardwick Hall Hotel

18 Oct 2022

An ambitious scheme to create a luxury spa and health club and additional 35 bedrooms at a Durham hotel is hoping to get the go-ahead from councillors. Hardwick Hall Hotel […]

Industry

Hamper contribution

12 Oct 2022

Reed Partnership will be hosting three events during November to support Restart Scheme participants in County Durham with the current cost of living issues. The Restart Scheme is a service […]

Visit County Durham

Save the date

12 Oct 2022

The Visit County Durham industry conference will take place on Wednesday 2nd November at Durham County Cricket Club, Chester-le-Street with registration from 10am and the conference starting at 10:30am to 2pm. […]

Industry

Growth Plan Support

12 Oct 2022

The North East Growth Hub has produced a handy update on what support is available to businesses following the Chancellor's unveiling of the government's Growth Plan. Amongst the measures announced […]

Visit County Durham

How's Business Survey

12 Oct 2022

Understanding the needs and concerns of the industry helps us to plan our future activity and support. Please spare 5 minutes to complete this short survey in relation to the […]

Industry

Countdown begins

5 Oct 2022

The official countdown to the 2025 Stockton & Darlington Railway (S&DR) bicentennial celebrations has begun with the unveiling of the new brand for the anniversary, marking three years to go. […]

Industry

New Tourism Minister

5 Oct 2022

Life Peer Lord Syed Kamall has been announced as Parliamentary Under Secretary at the Department for Digital, Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) and takes responsibility for civic society, heritage and […]

Visit County Durham

Astronomy courses

5 Oct 2022

Visit County Durham Supplier Partner Star Safaris has launched two new online astronomy courses aimed at businesses. The 'Star Ranger' certification is designed to train people with no knowledge of […]