Private Durham Walking Tour with Blue Badge Guide
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5.0 (37)
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EUR 47.00

2 hours


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English

Overview

Explore the city of Durham the best way, with a private Blue Badge guide who knows the city intimately. With an itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, you’ll walk around Durham’s history-steeped streets, discovering landmarks and vantage points, and learning about characters such as the little Count of Poland who left their mark on the city.

Operated by

Ken Bradshaw

Ratings & Reviews

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Marvelous

Royreviews1, Apr 2025

Great and very insightful shame about the weather. Really highly recommended was first time me and June done anything like this and will do it again in another city

Great tour by Ken

susangE6072HS, Feb 2025

Ken provided a fascinating tour of Durham. He knows the historical dates and events, adds in a bit of humor and is very courteous. His flexibility afforded me the opportunity to see things I was most interested in. Great tour.

Response from Host, Feb 2025

Thanks Susan, it was lovely to show you the history, buildings and characters that provide Durham with a rich seam of information.

Fantastic and Informative Tour

Mark F, Jan 2025

We booked the Durham city and cathedral tour and so glad we did. The communication in advance from Ken was excellent and hence the meeting point, time and type of tour was well planned. Ken’s knowledge of both the city and cathedral was incredible and so well delivered. The pace of the tour was perfect and at two hours was excellent value for money. Would definitely recommend. Thanks so much Ken

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thanks for your very kind review…I aim to please and you were great guests to show you my adopted city now living here for my 31st year!

Ken in Durham is your key to the city!

dabading, Oct 2024

Ken was a marvelous guide in Durham, we saw town historic sites, the outside of the cathedral and and even had a lovely short river walk. He was full of information and answered our questions as well. He kept the pace just right for us and was very accommodating!

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thanks so much for your kind review, it was fabulous to meet you and I am so glad you enjoyed the tour. Best wishes from Durham

Itinerary

  • Durham Cathedral

    A 900 year old Norman-Romanesque cathedral that pioneered stone vaulted ceiling. The story of the monks carrying the coffin of the legendary miracle working monk, St.Cuthbert.

    15 minutes
  • Durham Castle

    Built on the orders of William the Conqueror, the Durham Fortress quelled the Anglo-Saxons and resisted Scottish attack. Changed over the course of many centuries as successive Prince Bishops of Durham left their own mark.

    15 minutes
  • Durham Market Place

    Created by the flamboyant Prince Bishop Ranuf Flambard in the 11th century, the Market Place is a centre of activity and full of interesting buildings, sculptures and historical characters.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Elvet Bridge

    A 12th century bridge commissioned by Prince Bishop Hugh de Puiset to open up the lands to the East of Durham. See the remnants of the St.Andrew chantry, hear about the infamous bagpipe player Jimmy Allen and find out what Dominic Cummings did when he was a student at the second worst night club of Europe.

    10 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Saddler Street

    See the magnificent Georgian street full of lovely independent shops and inns/restaurants and some interesting facts quirky street views including the last remaining parts of enormous North Gate of Durham fortress.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included
  • Prebends Bridge

    Built in1776 this bridge affords a fantastic view of Durham Cathedral across the majestic river Wear.

    15 minutes
    Admission Included
Meeting Point Map

Location

Address

Market Place, Durham DH1 3PN, UK

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Experience

Highlights

  • Book online for a tour of Durham with an esteemed Blue Badge guide
  • Skip the rush, and explore at a pace that works best for your sole group
  • Learn about the River Wear, Durham University, and the market place
  • Chat and ask questions unselfconsciously with your own personal guide
  • Inclusions

    • All fees and/or taxes
    • Admission to Durham Market Place, Elvet Bridge, Saddler Street

    Exclusions

    • Tea and coffee
    • Admission to Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle

    Additional Information

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Guide Languages

    • English

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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    EUR 47.00