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History
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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Explore County Durham’s Archives and Discover Your Past
Hear the Fascinating Stories of North East Brides through the Ages
‘Hell Broke Loose’ – Rare WWI Photos Go on Show in Durham
Durham Researcher Uncovers Massive Government Surveillance Campaign
Durham Castle Goes Medieval for Family Fun Day
Strange Occurrence at Durham – Durham History
A Brief History of the Great British Pound Coin
Who Was St George and Why is he England’s Patron Saint?
Peas, figs, thunder, donkeys – what do you know about Palm Sunday?
Durham Oriental Museum to Honour Forgotten Chinese WWI Volunteers
The World Turns Green for St Patrick’s Day
Shrove Tuesday, Ash Wednesday and a Little History of Pancakes
Presents, Cards, Flowers – Where Did St Valentine’s Day Come from?
Appeal Tries to Save Dunelm House from Demolition
Durham University May Demolish Iconic Brutalist Building
Footage of Miners’ Strike Concert Used in Student Project
Durham Record Office to Tell Story of North East’s Luckiest Woman
Mythical Beasts and Magna Carta for Open Treasure Exhibition
Durham Researcher Discovers Favourite Tipple of 17th Century Monks
Durham Historians Trace WWI Tunnel Graffiti Soldiers
Durham Cathedral Wins Tax Battle over Historic Bridge
Historians Trace Lives of Scots Soldiers Imprisoned in Durham Cathedral
Durham Castle and Cathedral Celebrate 30 Years as UNESCO Site
Restoring a Hidden Gem of Yesteryear.