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From the 18th-century stone bridge, you can see Durham Cathedral and Castle on top of a rocky peninsula, wrapped by the River Wear.

The cathedral was originally constructed to house the relics of St Cuthbert, a beloved Northumbrian saint. His shrine is a significant pilgrimage destination.

The country park in the grounds of Auckland Castle is mostly in the area between the River Wear and the River Gaunless. The castle is the home for the Prince Bishops of Durham. It's open to the public (paid entry) to visit and view over q 1000 years of history. The castle sits in an area of deer park which you can walk through. There is also a deer shelter built in the style of a castle or folly that was designed to provide feeding and shelter for the deer and a place for a picnic for the wealthy residents.

The view from the bridge over the river is nice, but concerning the cathedral you actually have a better view from the riverbank.

Donated to the university and now used as student residence. Therefore opening times are limited, but one can get a glimpse into the inner yard when asking friendly.

A stone arch bridge across the river Weir, it's construction was completed in 1778. The bridge was built slightly upstream of the previous bridge to give a better view of the cathedral. Durham Cathedral was established as a shrine to St. Cuthbert in the year 995. The present cathedral was largely finished by 1093. It's the only cathedral in England to retain the Norman carftmanship. The western towers date from the 12th and 13th centuary with the central tower added in the 15th centuary.

Stunning view over the bridge to the cathedral

Right next to the Cathedral is Durham Castle which is now part of the university