Across the courtyard from the cathedral is Durham castle and as they both are UNESCO World Heritage monuments, it represents a great chance to visit two very different cultural buildings.

The city is dominated by the magnificent Durham Cathedral which dates from 1093 AD and is world renowned for being one of the finest pieces of Norman architecture in the world and one of the most fabulous religious buildings.   Whilst there is much to see in the cathedral, don’t miss the chance to see the tomb of Saint Cuthbert who was teaching Christianity in Northumberland back in the 7th century.

Explore a traditional northern indoors market.

A guided tour through the old streets and lanes of Durham. It is not just grand history however, Durham has some wonderful picturesque winding streets and a renowned covered market.  Perhaps you might find yourself a bargain buy or find an old pub which you might want to eat in before heading back.

A beautiful square at the centre of old Durham

Dating from the 14th century, this grand old bridge is out gateway across the River Wear and into the city.

A beautiful square with medieval houses that once belonged to the monastery before King Henry VIII did his thing.