Our Durham based Private OT's provide specialist Occupational Therapy and Sensory Integration services across the county including the major towns of Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool, Stockton-on-Tees and Billingham

Durham is located in the North East of England, its blend of historical significance, academic prestige, and natural beauty makes it a unique and compelling region in England.

Here are some of the things of interest about Durham;

1. Durham Cathedral and Castle

The city of Durham is renowned for its Norman Cathedral and Castle, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Durham Cathedral, built in the 11th century, is one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the world and was used as a filming location for the Harry Potter films.

2. University of Durham

Founded in 1832, Durham University is England’s third oldest university after Oxford and Cambridge. It's known for its beautiful collegiate system and historic buildings.

3. The Durham Dales

Part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Durham Dales offer stunning landscapes, including Weardale and Teesdale, with dramatic moorlands, rolling hills, and picturesque villages.

4. Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

This open-air museum in Durham showcases the industrial history of the North East of England, featuring reconstructed buildings, shops, and vehicles from the early 20th century.

5. The Bowes Museum

Located in Barnard Castle, this nationally renowned art museum is housed in a 19th-century French-style chateau. It holds a significant collection of European fine and decorative arts.

6. The Angel of the North

Near Gateshead, just outside the boundaries of County Durham, stands the Angel of the North, a contemporary steel sculpture designed by Antony Gormley. It's one of the most iconic landmarks in the North East.

7. Durham's Mining Heritage

The county has a rich coal mining history, which significantly shaped its economy and communities. Several heritage sites and museums, like Killhope Lead Mining Museum, offer insights into this industrial past.

8. The Durham Regatta

Dating back to 1834, the Durham Regatta is the second oldest regatta in England. It's a major rowing event on the River Wear in Durham.

9. High Force Waterfall

Located in Teesdale, High Force is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England. The River Tees plunges over a precipice in a lovely setting within the North Pennines.

10. Raby Castle

One of England's finest medieval castles, Raby Castle, near Staindrop in Durham, is renowned for its architecture, art collection, and deer park.