Fine art is fine Salvador Dali Exhibition here in Durham, Saturday...
The University College of St John, Durham, is offering a display of the surrealist’s art works, some 100 items, produced by Salvador Dali dating...
From 007s to Olympic Medallists – Which Well-Known People Studied at...
Well-Known People Who Studied at Durham University
It’s not surprising that a prestigious university like Durham has produced quite a glittering list of alumni. Ex-students...
The 183rd Durham Regatta
The Regatta has been a feature of Durham life since 1834, very much in keeping with the indomitable spirit of the people of the...
Open Days for New Students in Durham
Students wishing to enter Durham University, England’s premier ‘red brick’ University, should be actively planning now for the September 2016 intake. To facilitate prospective...
Referendum, what referendum?
In case you haven’t heard there will be a referendum about whether the Country should remain in the EU or leave. The referendum will...
Back To Nature
Good news, the bonny River Wear is attracting many splendid bird species once again. A regular visitor to the River Wear as it meanders...
The Importance of Durham Cathedral
Not just a handsome landmark, the mother Church of the Durham Dioceses, dedicated to St Cuthbert, is immensely important in many ways. The Building...
Where Am I? June / July 2016
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The Origins of Durham City
Durham City, like many of the cities throughout England, is laden with rich history and a cast of historical characters that have made the...
Famous people from Durham
Durham City and County is the home of some very well-known and famous people who have in each case created a legacy for generations...
Harry Potter’s Durham and North East Connections
The very name Harry Potter conjures up memories of the great lad and his friends and their exciting times. But, did you know that...
UK Space Agency awards Business Durham
Business Durham is the economic development Company for County Durham whose purpose is to encourage and stimulate business throughout the County and encourage investment,...
Durham Gates shopping centre’s £30m revamp to include a “boutique” cinema.
Durham Gates shopping centre's £30m revamp to include a “boutique” cinema.
The Durham Gates Shopping Centre in central Durham City presently hosts more than 40...
The Rise of AIRBNB in Durham
The Rise of AIRBNB and What is AIRBNB?
According the Wikipedia ‘Airbnb is a website for people to list, find, and rent lodgings. It has over...
Top 5 Cafes in Durham City
The British Isles are known for their topsy-turvy weather patterns, but from a practical point of view, there are two seasons: the part of...
Durham Student Accommodation Changes
The Changes Being Made to Make Building Student Accommodations Tougher
Durham County Council are making plans to toughen the plans for anyone building...
Pay As You Go Websites from Co.Durham Based Firm
Pay As you Go Websites
While free website solutions might seem attractive – especially for new businesses with a small budget – given the average price...
The History of Durham AFC
Photograph courtesy of Phillip Wright
First of all, it gives me pleasure to write for the magazine, and we wish you well for the future...
Durham World Heritage, Did You Know?
Durham Castle and Cathedral is a World Heritage Site. Built almost one thousand years ago by William the Conqueror to consolidate his grip on...
BEAMISH MUSEUM HISTORY and 17 Million Pound EXPANSION PLANS
The much loved, and award winning, Beamish Living Museum, near Stanley, Co. Durham, has drawn people from all over Great Britain and from countless...