Stat(e)ing the obvious: Durham’s elitist reputation
Sophie Garnett discusses the University’s infamous reputation for elitism
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Sophie Garnett
New footpath and cycle routes open around Durham
“Some of the routes go through some beautiful woodland – perfect for the daily exercise we’re allowed to take outdoors during lockdown.”
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Gin distillery to open in Durham City centre
The distillery will be located in the former Bank of Scotland building in Prince Bishops Shopping Centre.
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Durham Diwali festival moves online
Family-friendly activity suggestions are available on the Oriental Museum’s website.
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Zero-waste shop ‘Scoop’ opens in Durham
The store, located next to Old Tom’s Gin Bar on the Riverwalk, stocks a wide range of dried goods such as pasta, rice, spices and dried fruits.
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Durham 2nd worst rate in the UK for shop closures
Researchers have also warned that with the end of the furlough scheme this month, more closures may be on their way.
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The new normal: Durham’s Covid measures
Palatinate has put together a guide for how Michaelmas Term will work at Durham University with Covid-19 restrictions.
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Klute set to reopen in time for freshers’ week
The club is planning to reopen on Sunday 27th September.
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Climate protesters lay out 1,000 children’s shoes on Palace Green
The event is part of a series of demonstrations organised by Extinction Rebellion that are taking place across the country.
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Durham University makes call for volunteers for Covid-19 detection dog trials
It is hoped that should these trials be successful, these dogs can be utilised in airports in particular within the next six months, screening up to 250 people an hour.
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