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Indoor Things to Do in County Durham
British weather doesn't do refunds — but a rainy day in County Durham doesn't have to be a write-off. These attractions have indoor or all-weather areas, so the day stays fun whatever the sky does.
Museums & Galleries
13.3 mi from County Durham
Beamish Museum
Beamish Museum, in Urpeth, County Durham, is a large open-air living history museum where you can walk through recreated historic streets, meet costumed engagers and watch traditio...
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28.3 mi from County Durham
Mount Grace House
House in East Harlsey, Hambleton, England, UK
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Theme Parks
7.6 mi from County Durham
Diggerland
Diggerland Durham, in Langley Park on the outskirts of Durham city, is a theme park built around construction machinery, where guests of all ages can ride, drive and operate real d...
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10.2 mi from County Durham
Holmside Park
Holmside Park is a family adventure destination in Edmondsley, just outside Durham City (BRITSTAYS:place), combining indoor and outdoor activities across a large site. You can enjo...
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11.2 mi from County Durham
Adventure Valley
Adventure Valley is a family adventure park set within Valley Farm in Durham, describing itself as the North East's biggest family adventure park. You'll find acres of outdoor play...
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Zoos & Wildlife
24.1 mi from County Durham
Newham Grange Leisure Farm
Newham Grange Leisure Farm is a family-friendly animal petting farm in County Durham, with hands-on animal care sessions in the Discovery Barn, a woodland walk, maze, and multiple...
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Where to stay near County Durham
Places to stay within easy reach of these days out.
More around County Durham
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Worth knowing before you go
Rainy days are the busiest days at indoor attractions during school holidays — arriving at opening time beats the queues, and booking ahead is worth it for the big names.
See the full things to do in County Durham guide for every attraction in the area. Save your favourites to a free trip planner to build the week day by day.
Frequently asked questions
Are these attractions fully indoors?
Each one offers indoor or under-cover areas — some are fully indoors, others are mixed sites with enough shelter for a wet day. Attraction pages carry the detail.
What else is there to do in County Durham?
Beyond this list, popular days out nearby include The Bishops, Faith Museum and Durham Mining Museum — see the full things-to-do guide for everything within reach.
More ways to explore
Not booked yet? See the best places to stay in County Durham.