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Historic Durham and Beamish Open-Air Museum

4 Out of 5 (1 reviews)

Get a taste of the North East on this fantastic short break! We'll enjoy a trip to the magnificent city of Durham – which is the jewel of this remarkable county – before visiting the award-winning Beamish Open-Air Museum, where you can hear stories of life as it was in the 18th and 19th centuries. Rounding off our tour in the charming town of Barnard Castle, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

Places you'll make memories

  • Barnard Castle
  • Beamish Open-Air Museum
  • Durham

5 days from £469pp £938 for 2 people Single Room Supplement from £139pp

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Your Tour Includes

  • 4 nights at a comfy hotel with 4 English breakfasts
  • 4 evening meals
  • Local joining points
  • No lugging your luggage

Local departure by coach or Home Connect service then on to Darlington for a four-night stay.

Trip to Durham in the ‘Land of the Prince Bishops’, whose Cathedral and Castle has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the jewel in the crown of an extraordinary county.

Durham
Durham

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  • Durham

Enjoy a visit to the fascinating Beamish Open-Air Museum. A living, working museum set in 300 acres of Durham countryside, costumed folk bring to life the Town, Pit Village, Home Farm and Pockerley Old Hall. Telling the stories of life as it was in the 18th and 19th centuries, this award-winning museum has many North East tales to tell!

Beamish Open-Air Museum
Beamish Open-Air Museum

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  • Beamish Open-Air Museum

This morning we discover the charming town of Barnard Castle. This historic market town takes its name from the castle around which it grew (Entrance to the castle itself is not included). Home to many antique shops, independent stores and delightful cafés, there’s plenty to see and do here. We then return to the hotel this afternoon for free time.

Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle

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  • Barnard Castle

Return home.

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You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel in Darlington.

  Single Supplement from £139.00

4 Out of 5 (1 Reviews)

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Martin, 2 years ago

Too many pickups on the way up to Darlington resulting in a trip of 9hrs! No issues with hotel. Days out could have been shorter.

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