Quick Summary:
Durham is a beautiful historic city in northeast England, just a few hours ride from London. The River Wear loops around the magnificent Romanesque Durham Cathedral and Norman Durham Castle, now home to the Durham University. North of the castle is the medieval Crook Hall with beautiful gardens and a maze. South of the river is the Durham University Botanic Garden with woodland and greenhouses with tropical plants. The best way to explore this ancient city is by taking one of the walking tours, or stroll along the river on the Durham Riverside Walk trail.
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