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Dark Durham Tour

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Dark Durham Tour

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Dark Durham Tour

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Highlights

Delve into the darker side of Durham's past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city's rich history.


From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city's historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.

Itinerary

  • Durham Market Place

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The darker side of the social history of Durham. From coal mining to hidden cemeteries.
  • Framwellgate Bridge

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Tales of escaped prisoners and Prince Bishops in the brutal early Norman period.
  • Durham Cathedral

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Learn about saintly miracles and tales of the dungeon that lay beneath the cathedral.
  • Palace Green Library

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Hear stories of ghosts from the castle, medieval burial grounds, deadly rebellion and modern miracles, all whilst witnessing magnificent views of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the castle and cathedral.
  • Kingsgate Footbridge

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Learn the gruesome story behind this site’s namesake whilst enjoying some divisive 20th century architecture.
  • Durham

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Durham’s 200 year old prison has been ‘home’ to some of England’s most infamous criminals. Learn about how prisoners exercised, escaped and were executed.
  • The Dun Cow

    10 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The oldest pub in the city. The perfect location for locals to have a good old day out and enjoy a hanging from the gallows.
  • Elvet Bridge

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The tour reaches it’s finale beneath Elvet Bridge. Hear the tragic tales of some of the city’s previous occupants…some of whom are still believed to be around today.

What's included

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Provide City center recommendations.

Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Walkabout Durham

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