The picturesque County Durham, in the North East of England, holds a wealth of attractions for all types of holidaymakers. Once you’ve had your fill of its impressive castles and the unspoilt scenery of the Durham Dales the county’s location in Northern England make it an excellent base for visiting the neighbouring Hadrian's Wall, the Lake District, Yorkshire and the Yorkshire Dales and Scottish Border counties. directline-ukholidays provide cheap accommodation alongside places to suit every taste giving you excellent value for money.

 

Durham has an industrial heritage, the last coal mine was closed recently and the region is now recognised as an important tourist destination after almost three centuries of relying on the coal and iron industries. Alongside the picturesque rolling hills and tranquil market towns relics of this former industry can still be found which make Durham a fascinating place for your holiday. A holiday in Durham County is not complete without a visit to Durham town, one of England’s most visited places and within close reach of international Durham Tees Valley Airport. An amble down its cobbled streets will bring you to one of its main highlights, Durham Cathedral, arguably the greatest Norman building in England, if not Europe. Along with neighbouring Durham Castle it was appointed one of Britain’s first World Heritage Sites, and it is surely one of Britain’s most iconic treasures. The Botanic Gardens and a stroll around the Durham university grounds are also worth a visit on your Durham holiday.

 

Once you’ve had your fill of Durham town you can easily reach the surrounding Durham countryside.  The variety of things to do, whether walking the fells, enjoying the ancient woodlands surrounding Tunstall Reservoir or taking a stroll along the beautiful North East coastline make Durham an excellent choice for UK family holidays. Hamsterley forest is ideal for cyclist and one of the many walking routes can take you to Teesdale, Weardale or the North Pennines so you can enjoy your Durham holiday.