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Durham Magazine History: the latest stories, openings and ideas from across Durham Magazine. Read the most recent history reporting, opinion and analysis from Durham Magazine, updated daily.
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Seaham Schoolchildren Bring Town’s History to Life in New Heritage BookletRead the story →
Antiques Roadshow Expert Mark Smith Coming to Bishop Auckland
From Mining History to Olympic Gold: Inside Wheatley Hill Heritage Centre
Where Light Meets Stone by Dan Saunders
Treasured DLI Collection Items Prepared for Display in Durham
Mined by Anthony Ward
Armed Forces Week Marked With Commemorative Event At The Story In Durham
County Durham Marks Final Chapter of County Hall With Historic Exhibition
New College Durham Students Help Restore Historic Beamish Farm Trailer
County Durham’s Wartime History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at The Story
Thousands of Peg Dolls to Go on Display for Stockton and Darlington Railway Celebrations
Rare First World War Ledger Returns to County Durham Archive
Historic Whorlton Bridge Restoration Enters Final Phase
Raby Castle to Bloom with Stunning Floral Installation This Summer
Discover the History of County Durham’s Registrars at Special Event at The Story
Historic 1894 Causeway Bridge Reopens After Major Refurbishment in Wolsingham
Free Events Across County Durham to Celebrate County Durham Day
COVID-19 National Day of Reflection
Binchester Roman Fort to Transfer to The Auckland Project in New Heritage Partnership
Durham County Hall Artwork Relocated to Ushaw for Public Display
Twinkling Lights, Traditional Treats and Timeless Traditions at Beamish This Christmas
Art Fund Supports Beamish’s Vision to Reconnect Communities with Their Heritage
Vintage Thrill Ride Lightning Skid Returns to the Durham After 50 Years
Youngest WWII Victoria Cross Recipient Commemorated in Emotional Durham Tribute