County Durham and Darlington Archaeology Day 2026

Programme

The day will feature a series of engaging talks highlighting new discoveries and ongoing research, including:

Excavations in Darlington town centre – what has been found and what it tells us about the area’s past.

• The Stockton & Darlington Railways (S&DR 200) 
• Excavations of Darlington town centre (2013-2019)
• The Portable Antiquities Scheme in 2025 
• Conserving significant hoards 
• Recent archaeology at Durham Castle 
• Archaeological discoveries in the River Wear

This programme is suitable for anyone interested in archaeology, local history, or heritage. There will be displays by local societies and archaeological contractors as well as bookstalls.

Access and Facilities

We want the event to be welcoming and accessible to everyone. Detailed, independently verified information about building access, routes, and facilities is available through AccessAble - Your Accessibility Guide.

Address:

Richard D. Chambers FRS Lecture Theatre (CG85), Chemistry Department, Lower Mount Joy, South Road

Durham, DH1 3LE

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Parking

Limited free parking is available on site. If you intend to park, please ensure you book a parking ticket, as spaces cannot be guaranteed without one. Alternatively parking can be found throughout Durham City Durham City car parks - Durham County Council

Lunch

Lunch tickets include a selection of:

• Fish or meat sandwiches, vegan and vegetarian
• Pork and caramelised red onion sausage rolls
• Fresh fruit bowls

Please let us know any dietary requirements when registering so we can cater for you. Lunch tickets are available until 28 February.

Refreshment

To help keep ticket prices as affordable as possible, tea and coffee will be provided at lunchtime. You’re very welcome to bring your own drinks or snacks to enjoy during the day.

Booking

Please book your ticket through Eventbrite