Tag: durham history
Historic Railway Station in Dire Need of £500,000 Rescue Before Milestone...
Historic Significance of Heighington Station
Heighington Station in County Durham, the world’s oldest railway station, faces a severe state of disrepair as its 200th anniversary...
The History of Durham Cathedral: From Anglo-Saxon Legend to Modern Day...
Discover the fascinating story of Durham Cathedral, a symbol of the UK's rich history. From the legend of the White Stag to its Romanesque architecture, learn about its early days, Norman conquest, and turbulent times during the Reformation.
Strange Occurrence at Durham – Durham History
An Irishman named Jerry Cooper from a young age had served in the Royal Navy as a ship rigger and also later becoming a...
Chapels, Prisons, Hidden Arches – There’s More to Elvet Bridge than...
Most people in Durham are familiar with Elvet Bridge, the beautiful medieval structure that spans the River Wear, linking Durham’s centre to the Elvet...
Things You May Not Know about Durham
The County Palatine. Whilst we know that Durham is the Land of the Prince Bishops what is the County Palatine? One and the same....
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 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...
The History and Changes of Dun Cow Lane
How Dun Cow Lane lead the Community of St. Cuthbert to Durham, and How the Lane has Changed Years Later
Cuthbert’s journey to Durham...