Frequently asked questions
Campus Tours
- Can I bring guests with me?
- Does it matter whether I go on the Durham City tour or the Queen’s Campus tour?
- Does the campus tour include a look around the sports facilities?
- I am travelling by train. How do I get to the University from the station?
- I am travelling to the University by car. Where will I be able to park?
- I have a disability which may affect my visit to the university, what should I do?
- Is it possible to stay overnight in one of the colleges?
- What do I do if there are no spaces left on the day I wish to visit?
- What does the campus tour include?
- What is the difference between a Campus Tour and an Open Day?
- What should I wear for the Campus Tour?
- What time should I arrive for the campus tour?
- When are Durham’s Open Days?
- Where do I need to go for the Campus Tour?
- Who do I need to contact if I am unable to attend the tour or if I am going to arrive late?
- Who will be taking me on the tour?
- Why is the date I would like to attend not listed on the booking form?
- Why is there a Durham City tour and a Queen’s Campus tour?
- Will I be able to go to an academic department as part of the campus tour?
- Will I be able to visit any of the accommodation/colleges as part of the campus tour?
- How do I book onto a Campus tour?
- How long does a campus tour last?
- Why should I come on a campus tour?
- Can I visit both campuses on the same day?

