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Walkabout Durham History Tour

By Walkabout Durham
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Overview

While strolling along cobbled streets and riverside footpaths, you will view some of the world's best architecture and encounter gripping tales of the kings, Prince Bishops and local people who have made Durham one of England's most fascinating, and historically significant, cities. Our History Tour will take you from the bustling heart of the Market Place to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the castle.

Activity location

  • Durham Market Place
    • Durham Indoor Market Market Place
    • DH1 3NJ, Durham, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Market Place
    • DH1 3NJ, Durham, England, United Kingdom

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedWe do not enter any buildings on the tour. We provide recommendations for food and attractions.

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dogs more than welcome!

Activity itinerary

Durham Market Place
  • 20m
At our meeting spot in the historic Market Place, in the heart of the city, we will see the 19th Century Town Hall and Guildhall, St. Nicolas' church and the statues that commemorate the city's history. We will learn about the figures who have helped to shape the city and county. From here, we will take a short walk to Framwellgate Bridge.
Framwellgate Bridge
  • 15m
The oldest of the city's bridges with a magnificent view of Durham Castle and Cathedral. Here we will explore the history of the Castle and famous Prince Bishops of Durham before heading along the picturesque riverside walk to our next stop. The walk from here to the next stop will take approximately 5 minutes.
Prebends Bridge
  • 5m
Along the way to Prebends Bridge we will explore the city's mills and riverbanks before taking in spectacular views of the Cathedral from Prebends Bridge.
St Cuthbert's Society • Durham University
  • 15m
On our way to the South Bailey, we will encounter the medieval city wall and explore the historic rivalry with the Scots before heading into the Bailey, which is the home of Durham University.
St Mary the Less
  • 10m
Now affiliated with St. John's college, St. Mary the Less, has some fascinating connections with Durham legends. We explore their stories here whilst taking in the interesting architecture of the Bailey.
Bow Lane
  • 10m
We arrive at the eastern side of the Cathedral and explore some early medieval history and stories of St. Cuthbert as well as learning about some of the colleges of Durham University. The walk along The Bailey takes us to the top of Saddler Street.
Palace Green
  • 15m
We enter the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site on Palace Green and explore the various buildings around Palace Green that are steeped in history. Here we will talk about the battles, tragedies and miracles that feature heavily in the Durham storey. The climax of the takes us to the doors of Durham Cathedral.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESDurham Market Place
    • Durham Indoor Market Market Place
    • DH1 3NJ, Durham, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMarket Place
    • DH1 3NJ, Durham, England, United Kingdom

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