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History of Durham city walk
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History of Durham city walk

Tue 25 Aug · 13:00

Crook Hall Gardens

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About This Event

The 'History of Durham city walk' is a recurring series at Crook Hall Gardens in Durham, offering a free guided tour of the area's history.

Join Crook Hall Gardens volunteer and local historian David Butler to explore Durham's captivating history, from its Anglo-Saxon origins onwards. The walk will take you around the city centre, before returning to Crook Hall Gardens. Approximately 2 miles/3.2km.

Free - donations welcome. There's no need to book, but places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Please note: Tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on 0191 383 1832.

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Frequently asked questions

History of Durham city walk takes place on Tuesday, 25 August 2026 at 13:00. The event runs until Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

History of Durham city walk is held at Crook Hall Gardens in Durham (Frankland Lane, Sidegate, Durham).

Entry to History of Durham city walk is free.

Tickets for History of Durham city walk can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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