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Sightseeing
A favourite destination on a lovely summer day. Enjoy all the botanical gardens have to offer including a cafe, places to explore and activities for the children.
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Botanic Garden
South RoadA favourite destination on a lovely summer day. Enjoy all the botanical gardens have to offer including a cafe, places to explore and activities for the children.
Discover the wonderful history of Durham via the Durham Cathedral. Enter the UNESCO world heritage site or take a lovely river walk around the Peninsula.
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Durham Cathedral
Discover the wonderful history of Durham via the Durham Cathedral. Enter the UNESCO world heritage site or take a lovely river walk around the Peninsula.
City/town information
The city was described as “the most perfect little city in the world” by Bill Bryson. It's a gorgeous, mediaeval city with castle and cathedral. Lots of interesting shops, great old pubs and loads of history.
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Durham
The city was described as “the most perfect little city in the world” by Bill Bryson. It's a gorgeous, mediaeval city with castle and cathedral. Lots of interesting shops, great old pubs and loads of history.
Food scene
This trendy eatery is positioned right on the edge of the University campus and is ideal for a family celebration.
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Whitechurch Free House
29 Church Street HeadThis trendy eatery is positioned right on the edge of the University campus and is ideal for a family celebration.
Take the fabulous walk via the Durham Gardens to the Rose Tree Inn and enjoy a pint or a cup of tea.
The Rose Tree Inn
Low RoadTake the fabulous walk via the Durham Gardens to the Rose Tree Inn and enjoy a pint or a cup of tea.
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Cómo moverse
Buses are the fastest way to access Durham
We are an amazing two-minute walk from the bus stop and you'll be in the city centre within minutes. Alternatively, reserve 30 minutes to walk and take in the beautiful historic Cathedral city. If driving it only takes a few minutes to get to the city centre and you will find ample parking.
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Durham Cathedral is a wonder to be seen
Durham is an unmissable beauty that draws you into its abundantly rich heritage. Venture on river walks enjoy historic streets and encounter friendly locals. Founded on the burial of the mysterious St Cuthbert Durham's cathedral made the UNESCO world heritage list in 1986 reinforcing it as a continued place of sanctuary.