Durham City is a convenient place to shop and has a wide variety of restaurants and pubs to suit all tastes.
Explore the World Heritage Site of the Norman Cathedral and the Castle and visit the Oriental Museum and the Botanic Gardens, which are all within walking distance from St Mary’s. Wander along the peaceful banks of the River Wear to discover its hidden secrets of follies and woodcarvings. Enjoy a river boat cruise or hire a boat to row. The Gala Theatre provides a wealth of cultural and musical performances throughout the year.
St Mary's College Accommodation
St Mary’s College is set in pleasant parkland with spectacular views of Durham Cathedral. A tranquil place for you, your friends and family to stay.
Comfortable accommodation comprises a mixture of twin and single standard rooms all with wash basins, and a number of rooms have en suite facilities. TV lounges, a chapel, library, music practice rooms and two all weather tennis courts are available for guests to use.
An elegant dining hall, good food with a warm and friendly welcome from the staff should make this a place you will never forget. Special dietary requirements can be accommodated if notified in advance.
BGS Durham 2008 Social Programme
The details of the evening social programme will be coming soon, but to get you in the mood why not check out the photos from previous events in the Gallery section.
BGS Durham 2008 Booking Form:
BGS Durham is fast approaching - to book your place send the Conference Booking Form to Lynne Trattles.