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What's on in Durham, Durham
Welcome to Durham in the beautiful county of Durham. Enjoy a mix of heritage, history, lively arts whilst visiting Durham - our guide to events and days out is just the ticket.
Whether you're looking to brush up on local history at a museum, enjoy local arts, watch some sport, or listen to live music, you're sure to find things to do in Durham to suit all the family, whatever the weather.
What's on in Durham today?
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Days Out and Attractions
Durham Castle
County Durham
480m from town centre
University of Durham MuseumofArc
Durham
884m from town centre
University of Durham Oriental Mu
Durham
884m from town centre
University of Durham Botanic Gar
County Durham
1086m from town centre
DLI Museum and Durham Art Galler
Durham
0.8 miles from town centre
Durham Light Infantry Museum
Durham
0.8 miles from town centre
Events near Durham
Daniel Kitson
22 May 2013
Durham Gala Theatre
Lindisfarne Gospels Durham
1 Jul 2013
Durham
Ardal OHanlon
18 Sep 2013
Durham Gala Theatre
Paul Foot
4 Oct 2013
Durham Gala Theatre
Jimeoin
11 Oct 2013
Durham Gala Theatre
Chris Ramsey
8 Feb 2014
Durham Gala Theatre
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Places to visit
Discover museums, art galleries, historic houses, castles, attractions, theme parks and much more in and around Durham to keep both parents and children amused and entertained whatever the British weather decides to throw at you!
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Handy Local Guide
Taxis in Durham
If you're out on the tiles in Durham then please don't drink and drive - our list of taxis in Durham will help you get from A to B quickly and safely so you can fully enjoy the delights of Durham.
Tourist Information Centres
If you're stuck and don't know what to do, then pop in to your local Tourist Information Centre in Durham (TIC) for friendly help and advice for tourists and locals alike.
Restaurants
Enjoy some of the wide choice of restaurants in Durham for a gourmet feast of fresh local produce. You're sure of a warm welcome from budget diners to highly acclaimed restaurants.
Wedding Fairs
Get married in style by visiting wedding fairs in Durham. From the bride's dress, to the wedding cake, venues and photographers, plan your special day with our list of local wedding exhibitions.
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Local Hotel Accommodation
Whether you're staying in Durham for the night or you're staying for a few days or more, you'll love the choice of hotel accommodation available in the area.
Forthcoming Events Diary
 | Benjamin Francis LeftwichLive music/Indie And Alternative event at Northumbria University Students Union, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland. To watch Benjamin Francis Leftwich live at Northumbria University Students Union on the Tuesday, 21 M… | TomorrowNorthumbria University Students UnionNewcastle upon TyneMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | Northern Chords BeethovenNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | TomorrowConcourse The Sage GatesheadGatesheadMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | Northern Chords Beethoven at LunchtimeNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | TomorrowConcourse The Sage GatesheadGatesheadMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | Northern Chords Saint NicholasNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | TomorrowThe Cathedral Church Of St NicholasNewcastle Upon TyneMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
| Sleeping With SerenesSleeping With Serenes performs live at O2 Academy Newcastle in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear on Tuesday, 21 May 2013. Buy and compare your tickets for Sleeping With Serenes at O2 Academy Newcastle now.… | TomorrowO2 Academy NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
| Sleeping With SirensHard Rock And Metal - watch Sleeping With Sirens live at O2 Academy Newcastle in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear on the Tuesday, 21 May 2013. Compare ticket prices and save on the best seats in the house!… | TomorrowO2 Academy NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | The Woman in BlackThe Woman in Black appears live in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear at Theatre Royal Newcastle on Tuesday, 21 May 2013. For ticket prices to watch The Woman in Black at Theatre Royal Newcastle, see the list of tickets… | TomorrowTheatre Royal NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
| Daniel KitsonDaniel Kitson at Durham Gala Theatre live on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 in Durham, Durham. For tickets to see Daniel Kitson at Durham Gala Theatre, see the list of ticket prices.… | 22 May 2013Durham Gala TheatreDurhamMiscellaneous |
 | JourneyJourney performs live at Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland on Wednesday, 22 May 2013. Buy and compare your tickets for Journey at Metro Radio Arena now.… | 22 May 2013Metro Radio ArenaNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
 | Journey and WhitesnakeJourney and Whitesnake performs live at Metro Radio Arena in Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland on Wednesday, 22 May 2013. Buy and compare your tickets for Journey and Whitesnake at Metro Radio Arena now.… | 22 May 2013Metro Radio ArenaNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
| Journey WhitesnakeJourney Whitesnake appears live in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland at Metro Radio Arena on Wednesday, 22 May 2013. For ticket prices to watch Journey Whitesnake at Metro Radio Arena, see the list of tickets availabl… | 22 May 2013Metro Radio ArenaNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
 | Northern ChordsNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | 22 May 2013Concourse The SageGatesheadMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | Northern Chords Schubert at LunchtimeNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | 22 May 2013Concourse The Sage GatesheadGatesheadMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
| The 1975The 1975 appears live in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland at University of Northumbria on Wednesday, 22 May 2013. For ticket prices to watch The 1975 at University of Northumbria, see the list of tickets available fo… | 22 May 2013University of NorthumbriaNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
| The Woman in BlackThe Woman in Black at Theatre Royal Newcastle live on Wednesday, 22 May 2013 in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. For tickets to see The Woman in Black at Theatre Royal Newcastle, see the list of ticket prices.… | 22 May 2013Theatre Royal NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
| GhostpoetLive music/Rnb And Hip Hop event at The Cluny, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland. To watch Ghostpoet live at The Cluny on the Thursday, 23 May 2013, check out our list of primary and secondary ticket providers and com… | 23 May 2013The ClunyNewcastle upon TyneMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
 | Northern Chords Mozart at LunchtimeNorthern Chords Festival is one of the most exciting North East musical events of the year. Bringing the best young and dynamic talent from across the world to the banks of the Tyne, to perform eclectic and exciting prog… | 23 May 2013Concourse The SageGatesheadMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
| Steve Earle and The DukesSteve Earle and The Dukes performs live at The Sage Gateshead in Gateshead, Tyne and Wear on Thursday, 23 May 2013. Buy and compare your tickets for Steve Earle and The Dukes at The Sage Gateshead now.… | 23 May 2013The Sage GatesheadGatesheadMiscellaneous |
 | The SkintsPop And Rock - watch The Skints live at O2 Academy Newcastle in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear on the Thursday, 23 May 2013. Compare ticket prices and save on the best seats in the house!… | 23 May 2013O2 Academy NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMusic/Gigs/Concerts |
| The Woman in BlackThe Woman in Black at Theatre Royal Newcastle live on Thursday, 23 May 2013 in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear. For tickets to see The Woman in Black at Theatre Royal Newcastle, see the list of ticket prices.… | 23 May 2013Theatre Royal NewcastleNewcastle upon TyneMiscellaneous |
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Wedding fairs in Durham
Get married in style by visiting wedding fairs in Durham. From the bride's dress, to the wedding cake, venues and photographers, plan your special day with our list of local wedding exhibitions.
