This Is Durham

Calling all gin lovers! 🍸💚🍸 You'll be spoilt for choice of which gin to try next in Durham #tastedurham
Tempt your taste buds at https://goo.gl/KxK6tH

Congratulations to Hardwick Park who have been voted the best place in the North East of England for a free day out with the family by Day Out With The Kids.
With free admission and open all year round,Hardwick Park in the Vale of Durham is ideal for dog walkers, runners, families and anyone wanting to admire the natural beauty of the lake, woodland and wildlife in one of Durham's most beloved parks >>> https://goo.gl/zKWci4
#thisiswild #thisisdurham

Make sure you’re watching BBC One this Sunday (2nd December) at 5.30pm #Countryfile is in Durham!
Featuring the lovely folks at Land of Oak & Iron who welcomed presenter Helen Skelton-Myler to try out the region's traditional rapper dance and meet artist Shona Branigan, who uses a blow torch and wood to make stunning artwork >>> https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0btxw59 #thisiswild #thisisdurham

For a truly magical Christmas break in the Durham Dales choose The Morritt Hotel and Garage Spa.
There's never been a better time to treat yourself to a festive getaway with fantastic seasonal spa offers and exclusive short break packages >>> https://goo.gl/f3zyL1

The most amazing things to do in Durham with kids according to My Travel Monkey - A Travel Blog, who enjoyed an outdoor family-friendly adventure this autumn in Durham >>> https://goo.gl/x4eNyP
#thisiswild #thisisdurham

No matter what the weather, there's lots of indoor and outdoor fun to be at Holmside Park, especially during the festive season when you can even have breakfast with Santa >>> https://goo.gl/9iQsdd

Only one more sleep until the Traditional Christmas Festival returns to Durham City! 🎄🎶🛍🎅☃️
From Friday 30 Nov there'll be three days of fabulous festive fun including Palace Green craft and gift marquee, regional producers market in Durham Cathedral Cloisters, festive in/outdoor markets, Christmas light switch on, St Nicholas children's lantern procession, live music, street performers and much much more!
To view the full programme of events click here >>> https://goo.gl/Tio2g2

Enjoy adventure, great food and retail therapy with our coastal getaway competition!
You could win a two night stay at Seaton Lane Inn, £100 shopping voucher for Dalton Park Outlet Shopping Centre, Two hour activity session at Seaham Harbour Marina Activity Centre and a Durham VIP Pass.
Visit our website to enter now >>> https://goo.gl/Z4gSVT

Adventure awaits in the Durham Dales....
From high ropes and BMX tracks to canoes, kayaks, archery and even yoga! There's lots of wild activities to enjoy at T C R The Hub in Barnard Castle >>> https://goo.gl/deJGVg #thisiswild #thisisdurham

🛍️❄️🎅🎄 Step into a world of festive delights at one of Durham's Christmas markets or winter fairs during November and December >>> https://goo.gl/KPxmLt

There's no need to fly all the way to Lapland to meet Father Christmas this year, you can meet him right here in Durham! 🎄🎅❤️🎁☃️
Check out our quick guide to where you can find him in Durham >>> https://goo.gl/i76Yd9

Congratulations to Brunswick House who were awarded Gold in the Bed & Breakfast of the year award category at the North East Tourism Awards.
Found in the picturesque Durham Dales village of Middleton in Teesdale, Brunswick House offers a cosy homely stay >>> https://goo.gl/1E7XPg

Kick off the seasonal festivities this weekend with the All Durham Beer Festival at the Emirates Riverside stadium 🍻🥂🍾
🍻Real Ales 🎶Live Music 🍺 Craft Beer 🌭 Good Food
Click the link to find out more>>> https://goo.gl/o6pFkY

From Friday 7 to Sunday 9 December, the grounds of 900 year-old Auckland Castle in the Vale of Durham, will be transformed into a festive shopper's haven.
The grouds will be filled with stalls selling the works of regional, artisan craftspeople alongside local food and drink >>> https://goo.gl/Ltxxay

Congratulations to Headlam Hall who were awarded highly commended in Hotel of the year category at the North East Tourism Awards.
If you're looking for a winter countryside retreat in the heart of the picturesque Durham Dales, look no further than Headlam Hall >>> https://goo.gl/XqVvxn

Snow White’s panto adventure in Durham has began!
Gala Theatre & Cinema's festive pantomime - Snow White and the Seven Drawfs, opened this week and runs until January. 🎟️Grab your tickets now 🎟️ >>> https://goo.gl/WzA1sR

With #blackfriday in full swing, the festive shopping season has officially began! 🛍️🎁🎅
From traditional markets, unique boutiques, amazing antique shops and the region's biggest discount shopping outlet, we’ve got Christmas shopping all wrapped up in Durham >>> https://goo.gl/FxuGo7

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas here in Durham! 🎅🎄☃️❄️ So why not send your family and loved ones a free personalised Durham Christmas e-card today! >>> https://goo.gl/Sbgyar