Visit County Durham
Visit County Durham (VCD) is the destination management organisation for County Durham and one of a portfolio of nationally supported, strategic, and high-performing accredited Local Visitor Economy Partnerships. We provide strong local leadership and governance, and are committed to the promotion, management, and development of County Durham as a great place to live, work, visit and do business.
Visit County Durham works in partnership locally, regionally, and nationally on shared priorities and targets. Our mission is to support and grow the visitor economy through robust destination management, strong stakeholder relationships and clear planning.
Our vision is to create the conditions for our residents, businesses, and the environment to benefit from sustainable growth in our visitor economy. By supporting and marketing our distinctive heritage, landscapes, culture and warm welcome, we will grow both day and overnight visits and make County Durham a compelling, global destination for tourism, culture, and business.
Destination performance
21.56m
(Visitors Annually)
Over 6m
(75 Attractions)
8%
(Overnight Stays)
13,795
(Jobs Within the Industry)
£1.38bn
(Annual Income)
Latest news
Kynren Celebrates Hat-trick of Nominations at the North East Tourism Awards
20 Nov 2025
The team behind Kynren – An Epic Tale of England is celebrating after being shortlisted in three categories at the North East England Tourism Awards 2026. Kynren has been named a finalist for Tourism Festival or Event of the Year, while its dedicated volunteer team is recognised in the Volunteer of the Year category. Completing […]
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Lumiere finale records 120,000 visitors over three nights in Durham City and Shildon
19 Nov 2025
After sixteen years and 9 editions, more than 120,000 visitors turned out to see the lights of Lumiere before they went out over Durham, 13-15 November. Lumiere 2025 was produced and curated by Artichoke and commissioned by Durham County Council, with additional support from Arts Council England and, for the first time in 2025, the […]
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Key deal agreed to bring forward Durham Innovation District
19 Nov 2025
Plans to develop an innovation district of national significance in Durham City have taken a major step forward, with the signing of a key agreement. Muse, Durham County Council and Durham University have signed a Collaboration Agreement to accelerate the development of the Aykley Heads site as a hub for investment and innovation. The site […]
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First Choice Bookkeeping and Financial Consultancy Ltd
First Choice Bookkeeping & Financial Consultancy Ltd is a UK-based firm providing complete financial and business management solutions for entrepreneurs, e-commerce sellers, and international investors establishing a presence in the United Kingdom. Our services cover every stage of your business journey — from company formation and registered office address provision to bookkeeping, accounting, VAT and […]
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TMJ Legal Services
Local, competitively priced legal services. TMJ Legal Services has been helping individuals and businesses since 1986. We offer appointments in Hartlepool, Durham, Peterlee and Wingate, and will give you a tailored quotation for the cost of your case wherever we can. We have many solicitors who are accredited specialists in their area of work and […]
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The Canny Candy Gadgies
The Canny Candy Gadgies is a third generation, family, confectionery business on the heritage coast. We are a fast growing, light hearted brand with a product portfolio of the highest quality, hand crafted, value for money, artisan confectionery available. Our ranges include award winning fudges, honeycombs, nut brittles and all things from melt in the […]
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Pulse Accountants & Tax Advisers Limited
Pulse Accountants & Tax Advisers Limited is a forward‑thinking, technology‑driven accountancy practice based at Units 8 & 9, Parsons Court, Welbury Way, Aycliffe Business Park, Newton Aycliffe, County Durham (DL5 6ZE) Founded in 2013, Pulse delivers reliable, personalised accounting, tax advisory and financial services to small and medium‑sized businesses across the North East of England At the core […]
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Durham Cricket partnership shortlisted for national award
The inspiring partnership between the county’s new place brand, The Durham Story, and Durham Cricket’s first professional women’s team, has been recognised nationally after being named as a finalist in the ECB Business of Cricket Awards 2025. To ensure long-term success, Durham Cricket needed the right partners, those who not only aligned with their values, […]
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County Durham showcased as a cultural, heritage and investment destination during US Civic Delegation visit
A civic delegation from Durham, North Carolina, USA – sister city to Durham, UK – has been welcomed to County Durham as part of a cultural exchange programme. The event was hosted by Durham County Council and supported by the council’s international team within Visit County Durham, working alongside key partners. The visit, which built […]
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National campaign encourages holidaymakers to make Durham their Next Stop
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. Running from autumn 2025 to spring 2026, ‘Next Stop, Durham’ will highlight the county’s wealth of world-class attractions and events, outdoor adventures, […]
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Renowned Irish TV Chef shines a spotlight on North East England in upcoming TV series
North East England’s best culinary hotspots and heritage attractions are set to reach an international audience, as award-winning Irish chef Neven Maguire films a brand-new series of his popular television programme across the region. Neven and his crew were in the North East in September filming across the region for his show “Neven’s North East […]
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