Old Durham Gardens is a 350 year old walled garden with terraces running down to a restored orchard, less than a mile to the east of Durham City Centre.
Old Durham Gardens were established more than 350 years ago. They can be found less than a mile east of Durham City Centre. Here you will find a beautiful walled garden and terraces running down to a restored orchard. The gardens can be reached through a number of walks, including a very pleasant route through Pelaw Woods. They provide a charming public space for everyone to enjoy. The Gardens are
11/06/2025
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Many thanks to Jo for helping us arrange a visit to the Old Durham Gardens on 22 May for our Culture Companions members. The weather was kind and feedback from the group said it was a very informative tour in a very peaceful part of Durham. Some have already arranged a return visit 😀
28/05/2025
This year we are reviving our Sunday Spring Walks to see local gardens and landscapes. The next walk, led by Martin Roberts, is on Sunday, June 8th and goes through the modern landscape of Newton Hall housing estate in search of the evidence for the eighteenth-century landscape of the great house that once stood there.
Meet at 10.00am on Carr House Drive. Please let Martin Roberts know if you are coming – [email protected]
21/03/2025
The AGM of the Friends of Old Durham Gardens will take place at 5.15pm in Committee Room 1a at County Hall on Wednesday, March 26th 2025.
The Agenda will include appointment of trustees and acceptance of the 2024 Annual Report.
15/09/2024
We apologise for the short notice but due to a very poor weather forecast this afternoon the decision has been made to cancel today's Shakespeare in the Garden event.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.