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Tourism and Travel

HMS Bulwark
HMS Bulwark is an 18,400 tonne amphibious assault ship owned by Royal Navy and affiliated with County Durham through the Council. Find out how the link between the ship and the Council aims to produces real and meaningful benefits to all sections of the community.

Images of County Durham
We have provided a small gallery of images of County Durham so that you can browse online scenes of the surrounding area.

Out 'N' About - Holidays and Breaks for Disabled People
See our electronic directory of information about holidays and breaks for people with disabilities. Individuals and their families can get details on a range of activities, from a leisurely day out, to a weeklong holiday, or a well-earned break.

Town Twinning
The county council has well-established links with a number of communities across the globe. Find out how our friendship with different countries can benefit residents of the county and the projects we have already been involved with which help to create a better climate of understanding based on knowledge and direct personal contact.

Visit County Durham
For tourist information in County Durham, including what to see and do, what's on, and where to stay, take a look at the Visit County Durham website.