If you’re looking for castles, cathedrals and coastline, look no further – Durham has them all. This elegant cathedral city can be traced all the way back to the 12th century and is just brimming with fascinating legends and history.
The lively local community is bolstered by some 20,000 students attending Durham University and the city centre is full of vibrant independent bars, restaurants, cafés and shops.
With the dramatic sandflats of Seaham Beach to the east and the rolling countryside of the North Pennines to the west, Durham is perfectly placed