Why move to Durham?
Durham is a beautiful cathedral city steeped in tradition and history.
It boasts a university that is in the world’s top 100 as well as Durham Cathedral. The Cathedral, with its Romanesque architecture, stained glass and shrines to St Cuthbert and St Bede, has been a popular place of pilgrimage for over a thousand years. This historic city is also home to Durham Castle, originally built in the 11th Century under William the Conqueror.
Transport and Travel
Durham is particularly well positioned for the A1(M) motorway network and near Newcastle, Sunderland and Darlington. This means that commuting to work is a real option and the mainline rail link with London, Birmingham and Edinburgh has also added to the number of professionals that are attracted to the city.
Served by two main providers, the bus services in an around the city are an efficient and convenient way to get about and explore the city.
Newcastle airport, offering domestic and international flights, is easily accessible via the A1(M).
Parks and Recreation
Durham attracts visitors from all over the world encouraging them to come and see the various sights and sounds on offer. Regular events include book festivals, The Durham Miners’ Gala, The Lumiere, International brass band festival, the Durham Regatta, International Cricket, and a Christmas Festival. In addition to all this, the Gala Theatre has a full programme all year round.
The Durham Dales, incorporating Teesdale and Weardale is a peaceful and tranquil landscape of moors and hills, valleys and meandering rivers, dotted with picturesque villages and market towns. Part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Durham Dales truly is a special place.
Schools
There are numerous schools and educational establishments for children of all ages in the area, including Durham Johnstone Comprehensive School which was rated “outstanding” by Ofsted and is the best performing state secondary school in the Region.
The city is also home to the world-renowned Durham University.
Restaurants and Shopping
There is a mix of shopping in the centre with the high street chains rubbing shoulders with more traditional and bespoke shops. A visit to Durham is certain to tempt your taste buds, and you'll be spoilt for choice when it comes to places to eat across the county.
Whether it's dining out at a delicious restaurant, calling into a cosy pub for a hearty lunch, or relaxing in a quaint cafe or tearoom, it's all on the menu in Durham. Indulge in afternoon tea in a range of unique settings or find local produce at numerous farm shops and regular farmers' markets.
Housing Market
Your Move in Durham has one of the largest selections of property presently available starting from as little as £40,000 up to over £1m. The popular areas of the city are close to the cobbled streets and include Potters Bank and areas around Nevilles Cross; these are likely to be around the upper end of the price range. Some of the popular villages close to the centre include Shincliffe and prices here are again towards the upper end. The areas to the east such as Carville, Belmont and Gilesgate Moor remain popular as do areas to the west such as Newton Hall, Framwellgate Moor and Pity Me. These areas offer extensive shopping, schooling of all grades and health and sports facilities.
Outside the student market, there is a ready demand for rented accommodation. With large employers such as the University, a university hospital, the Passport Office and the Land Registry, there is always a steady stream of families coming and going.
