Explore Durham
Known for
Durham Cathedral (Norman masterpiece), Durham Castle, the river walk and a small city whose university gives it a cultural life well above its size
A little history
Durham Cathedral was begun in 1093 — it is considered the finest example of Norman Romanesque architecture in England. Durham Castle, directly opposite, was a prince-bishop's palace
Walk completely around the peninsula — Prebends Bridge and the river walk is one of England's most beautiful urban walks. See the cathedral interior — the scale is staggering. Go early.
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Food & drink in Durham
The food scene is small but improving — several independent restaurants around the market place and on Claypath are good. The Thursday and Saturday markets have quality local produce.
Restaurants & cafes
From neighbourhood classics to hidden gems — Roam surfaces the Durham food spots locals actually love, not just the ones with the biggest marketing budgets.
Bars & nightlife
Craft pubs, independent bars and evening spots across Durham. Roam tells you what's open, what's on and what's worth the visit.
Independent shops
The local butchers, delis, bakeries and food shops that make Durham worth exploring on foot. Download Roam and find them near you.
For businesses in Durham
The city centre has a mix of independent food and retail. The university sustains several independent cafes and restaurants year-round.
List your Durham business on Roam and connect with local customers and visitors who are actively exploring County Durham. It takes about 90 seconds to go live.
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Roam users are actively looking for what's nearby in Durham. Get your business in front of the right people at the right moment.
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Frequently asked questions
Durham is a place in County Durham known for durham Cathedral (Norman masterpiece), Durham Castle, the river walk and a small city whose university gives it a cultural life well above its size. Durham Cathedral was begun in 1093 — it is considered the finest example of Norman Romanesque architecture in England. The population is around 50,000.
The food scene is small but improving — several independent restaurants around the market place and on Claypath are good. The Thursday and Saturday markets have quality local produce.
Yes. Roam is a free local discovery app live in Durham and across County Durham. It is available on iOS and Android.
Local Durham businesses can list on Roam for free in around 90 seconds. Add your business name, address, opening hours and a few photos via the Roam website, and your listing goes live in Roam's discovery feed for users browsing Durham and the wider County Durham area. There is no subscription fee.
Roam covers Durham and the surrounding area in County Durham, including City Centre, Framwellgate, Neville's Cross, Gilesgate and Claypath.
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