About Durham

Durham is the main city in County Durham in the North East of England. A famous unversity town, it is steeped in history with its world famous cathedral attracting visitors from around the world. Modern day Durham is a compact and cosmopolitan city with restaurants and shops lining its cobbled streets creating a bustling yet relaxed atmosphere that lends itself perfectly to days out shopping, dining, sightseeing or simply ambling around this beautiful city.

About Durham
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Featured Local Businesses

  • Hall & Co Solicitors
  • Associates Hairdressing
  • GH Plastering & Tiling
  • Mr & Mrs Wedding Cars / Las Vegas Limos
  • Quicksale Tyres 1981
  • Lambton Worm
  • Petz 1st

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Miners' gala draws 100,000 people
More than 100,000 people to attend the 125th annual Durham Miners' Gala - double the number expected.

Revamp for moon mission pavilion
A landmark in County Durham is restored to its former glory, thanks to a £400,000 revamp.

Knowledge of Bible 'in decline'
Knowledge of the Bible is declining among people in the UK, a study by Durham University academics finds.

Mother's measles vaccination plea
A County Durham mother urges parents to have their children vaccinated, after almost losing her children to measles.

Design of 'iconic' bridge on show
Design plans for a new £104m bridge across the River Wear go before the public in Sunderland.

Sunderland seal Campbell capture
Striker Fraizer Campbell completes his £3.5m move from Man Utd to Sunderland after signing a four-year contract.

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