Durham University is the third oldest university in England and was established in 1832. The idea of a university for Durham was first suggested by Oliver Cromwell as early as 1650.
1. Durham Town Hall (Attractions/Historic Buildings in Durham)
Durham Town Hall was built in 1850 after the guildhall became too small. The design of Durham Town Hall was modelled on Westminster Hall in London. Durham Town Hall features an impressive hammer beam roof as well as breathtaking stained g...
2. Guildhall (Attractions/Historic Buildings in Durham)
The Guildhall was first built in 1356 and rebuilt in 1535 and 1665. The Guildhall was built for the associations with the old city guilds which were the regulatory bodies for various trades in Durham. By the mid 19th century the Guildhall had b...
3. Durham Castle (Attractions/Historic Buildings in Durham)
Durham Castle is dating from 1072 and was the seat of the Prince Bishops until 1832. In 1832 Durham Castle became the foundation college of Durham University. Durham Castle contains the Norman Chapel, Great Hall, and the 57ft high Black Stairca...
4. Durham Cathedral (Attractions/Historic Buildings in Durham)
Durham Cathedral sits proudly above the historic city of Durham and is regarded by some as the most beautiful cathedral in the entire world. Visitors from across the globe flock to Durham Cathedral each year to marvel at the historic seat of the Bish...
5. The Historic City Of Durham (Visitors Guide to Durham/Articles)
Archeological evidence suggests a history of settlement at Durham since roughly 2000 BC. The present city can clearly be traced back to 995 AD, when a group of monks from Lindisfarne chose the strategic high peninsula as a place to settle with the bo...
6. Welcome to Enjoy Durham (Visitors Guide to Durham/Articles)
The essential guide to Durham including what's on, entertainment listings, events, Durham hotels, restaurants and bars in the North East of England. Check out what’s on in Durham and find entertainment events. Search for a hotel in Durham a...
7. Explore The Rest Of The UK (Visitors Guide to Durham/Articles)
After visiting Durham experience the rest of the United Kingdon has to offer visitors. St Paul's Cathedral and the Houses of Parliament are two stunning examples of why London is one of the worlds most popular destinations, but t...
8. Collingwood College (Durham Hotels/3D hotels in Durham)
Whether you are planning a week stay or a short break Collingwood is the ideal base for your group visit to the North East. The accommodation offered by Collingwood is of a high quality with a three diamond English Tourism Council rating. The acco...
9. Durham Castle (Durham Hotels/NC hotels in Durham)
Durham Castle offers affordable university style student accommodation which is suited to the budget traveller looking for a unique place to stay. This 11th century castle is part of a World Heritage Site and has an excellent central loc...
10. Farnley Tower Hotel (Durham Hotels/4D hotels in Durham)
Farnley Tower located in Durham City near the high street shops bars resturants theatre and train station incorporates all the intricate detail of the Victorian era while providing the facilities you expect of a modern city centre hotel. W...
