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Durham World Heritage Site

Events Diary

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    Numerous Forms of Number - art exhibition by Stephen Sproates

    Today at 9.30am
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    Hinduism in India: Culture, Ritual & Community

    Today at 10.00am
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    Binchester Exposed

    Today at 11.00am
  • 25

    Numerous Forms of Number - art exhibition by Stephen Sproates

    Tomorrow at 9.30am

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A World Heritage Site

What is World Heritage, and why is Durham a World Heritage Site? Find out how the site's boundaries have changed. Where else can I see world heritage in the UK?

Durham's Architecture

Explore the monumental architecture of Durham, from ribbed vaulting to hidden chapels and bishops' bedrooms.

Durham's History

A state within a state, ruled by Prince Bishops — discover the intriguing history of Durham.

Visit & Explore Durham

Come and join 600,000 visitors & pilgrims, and 12,000 students who call Durham “home”. Explore some of the greatest medieval architecture in Europe – find out how to get here, where to stay, and what's on while you are here.

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