Once the private home of the Prince Bishops of Durham, the castle was built as a symbol of power and authority

Discover life underground in this gallery dedicated to the work of mining artists

Enjoy a bird's eye view across the town, buy tickets and get all the information you need to enjoy your visit

Explore the landscape of this peaceful park, the hunting grounds of the Prince Bishops of Durham

The ticket office is open and the whistle’s polished, all that’s needed to depart is you! We acquired Weardale Railway in 2020 because we wanted to preserve an exciting and important part of North East’s history.

Roll up one and all for an open-air extravaganza set against the awe-inspiring backdrop of Auckland Castle!