How to travel to Miners’ Gala
THOUSANDS are expected to make their way to Durham this weekend for the famous Miners’ Gala.
The event, honouring the mining heritage of Durham and its nearby villages, returns on Saturday. BY CAR
The centre of Durham is closed to traffic from 7am but access is possible, for those who arrive early, to the multi-storey car park close to the Market Square.
There are three large park-andride car parks. These are located at: Belmont, DH1 1SR, Howlands Farm, DH1 3TQ and Sniperley, DH1 5RA.
It costs £2 per person and you can park until 7pm. Under 16s are free if accompanied by an adult over 21. Concessionary pass holders travel for free. You can also park at Houghall college campus. BY TRAIN
Trains run regularly between Newcastle Central Station and Durham Station. The journey takes around 15 minutes and costs £7.70 for an off-peak return. Trains start running in the early hours and the last train home is 11.50pm. BY BUS
Buses will be travelling to the city centre but will be subject to diversions.
North Road, Millburngate, Market Place, Claypath, Elvet and Old Elvet will all be closed throughout the day.
Durham Bus Station will remain open, and bus fares can be paid for with contactless card.
If you’re travelling with the family, Go North East is offering a Family Day Ticket – this is £10 and can be bought on the Go North East app or from the driver on the bus. The ticket covers up to two adults and three children under 16 with a minimum of one adult and one child. BY BIKE
The road closures also apply to bicycles so you may have to walk once you get to the city centre.