Nature and Massive Buildings

Its historic and peaceful territory has won numerous awards, such as the Green Flag and the Best Park of Great Britain. Relax and unwind in the beautiful green area. You can enjoy walking and jogging routes, as well as bowling, tennis courts and basketball courts, or simply enjoy lunch and a hot drink in the stunning surroundings of the Saltwell Towers.
Saltwell Park was declared People's Choice in 2018 for the second year in a row. The Keep Britain Tidy award was held after a public vote and makes Saltwell Park one of the top 10 in the country - and the only park in the north of England to be awarded this award.

The Beamish Open Air Museum recreates the big picture of life in the north of England in the early 1800s and 1900s. Unlike ordinary museums, Beamish represents equipment, transportation, tools, costumes and furniture in realistic Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian time, with trained personnel dressed in the clothes of those times and ready to answer any questions you have.
Take a step back in time by visiting the main farm, where you can see various animals and observe the daily work of the farm inhabitants, as it was 100 years ago. And then compare it with the village, serving the coal mines.

The Gray Monument has been a regular meeting place for locals and visitors since its erection in 1838. It was built to honor services to the nation of Charles, Earl of Gray (1764-1845). The Prime Minister, Earl Grey, a tireless campaigner for the abolition of slavery, launched the Bill of Great Reform in 1832.
It is one of the symbols of this city. This area of the trade zone is full of events all day. You can walk along the streets nearby and enjoy the atmosphere of the city.

A small hotel and gardens, but definitely worth a visit, picturesque gardens and wildlife destinations with observation posts. The house is smaller than many places of the national trust, but well presented and well renovated. Informative and truly interested staff. An interesting exhibition about rebuilding places as well.
Home of the first president of the United States. Visitors can explore the inside of the Old Hall or the orchard of apple trees in the gardens.
The open hours may vary, please check them on the official website.

Take a break and have lunch at this Italian restaurant. The food is absolutely delicious here, the portion size is large as well.

Durham City Cathedral is dedicated to Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary and St. Cuthbert and is a masterpiece of Anglo-Norman architecture. Construction of the Durham Cathedral began in 1093. In the 17th century, after the Battle of Dunbar on September 3, 1650, the Durham Cathedral was used by Oliver Cromwell as a temporary prison for Scots prisoners. The prisoners were kept in terrible conditions, out of 3 thousand more than half died in this cathedral, they were buried in a common grave, which was discovered in 1946. In 2007, a memorial plaque was installed in the cathedral honoring the Dunbar martyrs.
It is known that the Scottish prisoners destroyed almost the entire interior of the cathedral, only the astronomical clock of the Castel priors did not suffer. They were saved only by the image of the Scottish thistle.
Open Hours: Monday - Saturday: 10:00-16:00 Sunday: 12:00 - 16:00

The castle was built in the XI century and is a masterpiece of Norman architecture, as well as the Durham Cathedral, located opposite. The castle, made in the style of mott-and-bailey, first served as a defense of the northern borders of England, and then became the residence of the bishops of Durham. In 1832, the residence of the bishops was transferred to the castle of Auckland, located nearby, and in 1837, the Durham Castle was turned into a university college, which is still active today. Now more than a hundred students live in the castle.
In 1987, the ancient architectural complex was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site along with the neighboring Durham Cathedral. The oldest part of the castle open to the public is the Norman chapel, built in 1078 in the Anglo-Saxon style. Durham Castle can only be visited with a guided tour.
Before planning your visit, please check its monthly calendar for specific dates.

It is a copy of the Temple of Hephaestus in Athens. This place rarely called the official name - "Monument to Count Durham." Built in 1844 honoring John Lambton. By the way, it has a secret spiral staircase in one of the columns.
The staircase was closed after a 15-year-old teenager crashed in the 1920s. It was closed for nine decades, although the vandals did break the lock in the mid-1960s, which resulted in short-term unrestricted access. Re-opened the stairs in 2011 for visitors, although it can only be used on certain days.

Many guests come to Bellini to taste delicious cooked fillet steak, garlic shrimp and chicken Cajun. They make good ice cream, tiramisu and toffee pudding for dessert. This place offers a good bellini cocktail, homemade wine or beer. Most visitors note that the staff at this restaurant is great.
Open Hours: Monday-Thursday: 12:00-21:30 Friday-Saturday: 12:00-22:00 Sunday: 12:00-21:00

Tomorrow you will find a varied day. You will visit the museum, the first one was built outside the city and adjacent to it is a winter garden, where more than 2000 plant species grow. Then you go on a tour of the lighthouse, where you will visit the premises of both workers and in the residential part of the lighthouse keeper. After you go to the park preserved from the 18th century, where you can enjoy the peace and tranquility.