Claypath Delicatessen is a much loved independent food and wine spot located on Claypath in the heart of the city. Known for its carefully sourced produce, artisan ingredients and relaxed continental feel, it offers a warm and intimate setting just a short walk from Durham’s main cultural venues. With its compact layout and welcoming atmosphere,…
Durham Fringe Academy is a new black box theatre and creative training space built by the Durham Fringe community. Created with volunteers, students from Durham School, and support from The CDB Group, the venue brings together practical theatre skills, safe working practice, staging, seating, truss and technical production in a hands-on environment. Designed to support…
Fabio’s Bar is a lively and much loved independent bar in the heart of Durham city centre. Known for its relaxed atmosphere and strong local following, it is a popular spot for live music, social gatherings and late night drinks. With its intimate layout and close up performance space, Fabio’s provides an ideal setting for…
The Gala Studio at Durham Gala Theatre is an intimate performance space located within the main theatre complex at Millennium Place. Designed for smaller productions and experimental performances, the room offers a relaxed, close-up setting that places the audience right alongside the performers. Unlike the main auditorium, The Studio has a flexible layout with seating…
Durham Gala Theatre is the city’s principal performing arts venue, located in the heart of Durham. A modern, purpose-built theatre, it plays a central role in the cultural life of the city, hosting theatre, live music, comedy, film and community events throughout the year. The main auditorium seats around 500 guests, offering excellent sightlines and…
The Old Cinema Launderette, Durham is one of the city’s most distinctive independent venues, blending food, drink, music and community in a creative and characterful setting. Located on Claypath, the venue retains elements of its historic cinema past while offering a vibrant contemporary space for live events. Known for its eclectic programme of gigs and…
Radisson Blu Hotel Durham is a contemporary riverside hotel located in the heart of Durham City, just a short walk from the city’s historic centre, Durham Cathedral and Durham Train Station. Overlooking the River Wear, the venue combines modern style with a relaxed atmosphere, making it one of the city’s leading hospitality destinations. With its…
Redhills Durham Miners’ Hall is one of the North East’s most iconic cultural venues, located just outside Durham city centre. Often described as the historic home of the Durham Miners’ Association, the building is a powerful symbol of the region’s industrial heritage and community spirit. With its striking Edwardian architecture and impressive auditorium, Redhills offers…
St Chad’s College is one of the most distinctive and atmospheric venues in the city. Situated close to Durham Cathedral and overlooking the River Wear, the college combines historic architecture with a warm and welcoming setting. Its chapel and performance spaces offer an intimate environment with excellent acoustics, making it particularly well suited to small…
St Oswald’s Institute is a historic community venue located on Church Street just outside the heart of Durham City Centre. With its traditional character and long standing connection to the local community, the venue has hosted a wide range of cultural, educational and social events over the years. The building offers an intimate and welcoming…
The Durham University Music School is one of the city’s leading centres for musical performance and education. Located within Durham’s historic university estate, it provides high quality rehearsal rooms, recital spaces and performance facilities that support both students and visiting artists. The venue offers an intimate and acoustically refined setting, ideal for chamber performances, workshops…
Sir Thomas Allen Assembly Rooms is one of Durham’s most elegant and historic performance venues. Located on the edge of the city centre, the Assembly Rooms date back to the 18th century and have long been associated with music, theatre and public gatherings. The venue offers a beautifully proportioned auditorium with excellent acoustics and a…
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