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Pub & History Tour

Mon-Thu: 5pm
2.5 hours
£28 per person
4 half pints included
Over 18's only

Combine two of the best things about Durham in one tour- its history and its pubs! See the stunning architecture in the heart of the historic city centre and discover the tales of conquest, miracles and tragedy that makes Durham truly unique. Add to this four stops in atmospheric and historic pubs to enjoy some real cask ale and you have the perfect walking tour. 

Key Info

  • The tour is approximately 2 hours 30 minutes and is 1.1 miles in length.

  • We will be walking on cobbles and some uneven ground which includes short hills through the city.

  • Unfortunately, the route is not wheelchair accessible. We will encounter one small descending set of stairs to the bridge and some sloping, uneven terrain around the route.

  • We will spend approximately 20 minutes in each of the four pubs, depending on how busy it is. At the end of the tour, visitors are welcome to stay in the last pub for as long as they wish!

  • The ticket price includes a half pint of cask ale or kegged beer, lager or cider. Tickets will be issued at the start of the tour and these can be redeemed in each pub.

  • The maximum number of visitors on each tour is limited to 10. This will help to ensure quality of experience and keep crowding of the pubs to a minimum.  

  • Cancellations must be made no later than 24 hours before the tour is due to start. If you cancel after this time, a refund cannot be given.  

To discuss group discounts or customising your tour, please contact us at:

                                     info@walkaboutdurham.com

Highlights

The Market Place

UNESCO World Heritage Site

Palace Green

Durham Castle

Durham Cathedral

Durham Prison

Kingsgate

Elvet Bridge

4 Historic pubs

*Please note that this a mixture of an outdoor walking tour and a visit to 4 pubs. Not suitable for under 18's. 

Getting there

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Meeting Point:     

‘The Man on the Horse Statue’, Durham Market Place, DH1 3NJ

Look out for the black Walkabout Durham umbrella. 

Please arrive 5 minutes before the tour start time.

Finishing Point: 

Elvet Bridge, Durham. 

It is a 2 minute walk back to the starting point. 

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