Durham Castle Family Fun Tours

Take a tour around one Durham's most significant historic buildings with your family this Half Term. Our friendly tour guides will take you through the gatehouse and into heart of the historic building, where you will experience history and tales from 1000 years of living history.

Enjoy fun stories and activities throughout, a special quiz, and crafts and dressing up in our beautiful Great Hall at the end of your tour!

Built on the orders of William the Conqueror in the 1070s, Durham Castle began life as a motte-and-bailey castle. It soon became a palace to showcase the wealth of the Prince-Bishops whose semi-regal powers made them one of the most powerful political and military men in the country.

Tours will run at 1.45pm and 2.45pm.

This tour is recommended for children aged 4-10 and their families.

The historic nature and layout of the Castle means that the majority of the building is inaccessible to wheelchair users. The tour route involves many steps and staircases, some of which are uneven.

Please contact by telephone on +44 (0)191 334 2932 or email [email protected] for any more information about this event.

About your visit

• Please arrive on time for your tour - unfortunately we won't be able to accommodate arrivals outside of the chosen tour start time. The time you have booked is the start time of your tour.
• Please be aware that part of the tour is outside.
• Accessibility within the Castle is limited due to access to areas via steps only. Any visitors with accessibility needs please contact 0191 334 2932 to discuss.
• Guide and assistance dogs are welcome, family pets are not permitted.
• Parking is not available on Palace Green, please use parking facilities near the city centre.

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