Tag: durham heritage
Where Light Meets Stone by Dan Saunders
I've lived in County Durham for years, and like a lot of people, Durham Cathedral has always just been... there. It's a place I've...
County Durham Marks Final Chapter of County Hall With Historic Exhibition
A special event celebrating the rich history of County Durham’s largest civic building will be held this week, ahead of its planned closure later...
Discover the History of County Durham’s Registrars at Special Event at...
Residents in County Durham will have the chance to explore the fascinating history of the county’s registrars and registration records next week.
Durham County Council’s...
Free Events Across County Durham to Celebrate County Durham Day
A series of free events will take place this week to celebrate County Durham Day.
Durham County Council has organised a range of family-friendly activities...
Students Explore Careers in Archives During Visit to Durham’s The Story
A popular culture, heritage and registration venue has welcomed more than 150 students to a series of sessions designed to inspire interest in careers...
Final Consultation Opens on Durham City Heritage Management Plan
Residents, businesses and community groups across County Durham are being given a final opportunity to share their views on the Conservation Area Management Plan...
New South West Durham Heritage Festival Brings History to Life This...
Baccanalia is delighted to unveil the brand-new South West Durham Heritage Festival, running this September and October across Spennymoor, Bishop Auckland and Aycliffe.
The festival...
Spring in County Durham: Your 2025 Adventure Guide
Spring in County Durham: Your 2025 Guide
As golden daffodils sway in the gentle breeze, there's a palpable magic across County Durham this spring. Longer...
![And none more so than the legend of the Sockburn Worm—a tale that gave rise to a ceremony still celebrated today. The formidable Sockburn Worm once terrorised this land, and it was Sir John Conyers who stepped forward as the hero, armed with his trusty falchion. Today, the Conyers Falchion remains a symbol of bravery, presented to each new Bishop of Durham in a ritual that bridges the present with a mythical past. Visitors to Durham Cathedral can still glimpse this storied relic as part of the Open Treasure Exhibition. } ] }](https://durhammagazine.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/sword-324x160.webp "The Enchanted Tale of the Sockburn Worm: Durham’s Mystical Dragon Slayer")
The Enchanted Tale of the Sockburn Worm: Durham’s Mystical Dragon Slayer
Unveiling Durham's Mystical Past
In County Durham, there is a timeless legend that captivates with its blend of chivalry, mythical creatures, and age-old rituals that...