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...
