Explore Bishop Auckland
Known for
Auckland Castle (the newly transformed home of the Spanish Zurbarán paintings), the Kynren outdoor spectacular, Binchester Roman Fort, and a County Durham market town undergoing an extraordinary cultural renaissance
A little history
Auckland Castle has been the home of the Prince Bishops of Durham — one of the most powerful ecclesiastical offices in England — since the 12th century. The castle's collection of Zurbarán paintings of Jacob and his sons, bought in 1756, is one of the most important in Britain. A major investment programme has transformed the town into a cultural destination.
Auckland Castle is genuinely extraordinary — the Zurbarán paintings alone justify the visit. Kynren, the outdoor theatrical spectacular in summer, is one of England's most ambitious open-air performances. Binchester Roman Fort for genuine archaeology.
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Food & drink in Bishop Auckland
The town centre has improving independent food. The castle has excellent dining. The cultural investment is bringing better independent food businesses.
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The cultural renaissance is transforming Bishop Auckland's economy. Auckland Castle drives significant tourism. Independent businesses are growing rapidly.
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Auckland Castle (the newly transformed home of the Spanish Zurbarán paintings), the Kynren outdoor spectacular, Binchester Roman Fort, and a County Durham market town undergoing an extraordinary cultural renaissance Roam surfaces the local businesses and hidden gems that make Bishop Auckland worth exploring.
The town centre has improving independent food. The castle has excellent dining. The cultural investment is bringing better independent food businesses. Download Roam free to discover Bishop Auckland's independent food scene.
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The cultural renaissance is transforming Bishop Auckland's economy. Auckland Castle drives significant tourism. Independent businesses are growing rapidly. List your Bishop Auckland business on Roam to reach local customers in County Durham.
Roam covers all of Bishop Auckland including Shildon, Newton Aycliffe, Spennymoor, Willington, Crook. Auckland Castle is genuinely extraordinary — the Zurbarán paintings alone justify the visit. Kynren, the outdoor theatrical spectacular in summer, is one of England's most ambitious open-air performances. Binchester Roman Fort for genuine archaeology.
