Streatlam Castle, near Barnard Castle, County Durham, was demolished in a controlled explosion in 1959 after centuries as the ...

It was a stronghold built by the Normans to help defend England from rebellious northerners and marauding Scots, but 11th century Durham Castle now faces another battle - against damp. Durham ...

Wannabe Princesses and Princes can now get married in one of the region’s oldest castles. Durham Castle is now licenced to hold wedding ceremonies in the historic Norman Cathedral. Brides and grooms ...

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Western Europe is not short of spectacular medieval cathedrals and Durham stands comparison with the best. Whether glimpsed from the window when whizzing by on a train or inspected from the city’s ...

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Durham is a county with a fascinating past, brought to life by award-winning attractions. In less than three hours by train from London, you can step back in time and get hands on with history From ...

IF I’m ever on the run on telly show Hunted, you will find me hiding away in the Durham Dales. Except you won’t actually find me in this stunning, rugged ...