Dark Durham Tour Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Middlesbrough, England
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Overview

Delve into the darker side of Durham's past as we discover the gruesome, shocking and tragic tales of our city's rich history. From the medieval prisons, castle and cathedral to the city's historic pubs, we explore the hauntings, crimes, deadly battles and saintly miracles that add mystery and character to our beautiful little city.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Durham Market Place
The darker side of the social history of Durham. From coal mining to hidden cemeteries.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Framwellgate Bridge
Tales of escaped prisoners and Prince Bishops in the brutal early Norman period.
Duration: 10 mins
3. Durham Cathedral
Learn about saintly miracles and tales of the dungeon that lay beneath the cathedral.
Duration: 10 mins
4. Palace Green Library
Hear stories of ghosts from the castle, medieval burial grounds, deadly rebellion and modern miracles, all whilst witnessing magnificent views of the UNESCO World Heritage site of the castle and cathedral.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Kingsgate Footbridge
Learn the gruesome story behind this site’s namesake whilst enjoying some divisive 20th century architecture.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Durham
Durham’s 200 year old prison has been ‘home’ to some of England’s most infamous criminals. Learn about how prisoners exercised, escaped and were executed.
Duration: 10 mins
7. The Dun Cow
The oldest pub in the city. The perfect location for locals to have a good old day out and enjoy a hanging from the gallows.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Elvet Bridge
The tour reaches it’s finale beneath Elvet Bridge. Hear the tragic tales of some of the city’s previous occupants…some of whom are still believed to be around today.
Duration: 15 mins

Inclusion

Provide City center recommendations.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Walkabout Durham

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