Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail – August 1st to 15th
Families are being invited to discover a magical new side to Durham this summer as an enchanting LEGO® trail takes over the city’s historic streets.
Brick Fairytales, The Enchanted Durham LEGO® Trail, will run from 1 to 15 August, transforming Durham city centre into a free, family-friendly adventure featuring a series of large brick-built fairytale characters and fantasy-inspired displays.
The new event has been created through a partnership between Durham BID, Durham County Council and the City of Durham Parish Council, with organisers hoping it will encourage thousands of families to explore the city during the school holidays while supporting local businesses.
Paul Howard, Durham BID Manager, said: “Events like this are about giving families another great reason to spend time in our city. By working in partnership with Durham County Council and the City of Durham Parish Council, we’re creating a free attraction that encourages people to explore everything Durham has to offer – from our fantastic independent shops and cafés to our restaurants and cultural attractions.
“The summer holidays are incredibly important for many businesses, and we’re looking forward to welcoming thousands of visitors into the city centre over the two-week trail.”
Visitors will be able to follow a trail of colourful LEGO® sculptures through the city centre, discovering everything from mythical creatures to beloved fairytale characters. Among the highlights is a giant Cinderella carriage, situated at Prince Bishops Place Shopping Centre, alongside a dragon at Clayport Library, and other magical displays designed to provide plenty of photo opportunities.
The trail is completely free to take part in and has been designed to appeal to children, LEGO® enthusiasts and visitors of all ages.
The trail runs daily from 1–15 August, with maps available from all participating businesses. Plus, Durham Town Hall, Gala Theatre, Clayport Library and Durham Pointers. A digital map can be found on Google here: Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail – Google My Maps
Complete the trail map and hand it in at Elvet and Bailey, Upcycle Me inside Durham Markets, Dotcom Systems, Clayport Library 0r Gala Durham – and a winner will be chosen to win a bundle of LEGO®.
Please note, on Sundays, some businesses are closed. See details below. Please hand your completed trail map in at Elvet and Bailey.
FULL LIST OF SCULPTURES AND WHERE THEY CAN BE FOUND
Gingerbread Man – inside the window of Woven, Durham. 📍21 Elvet Bridge, DH1 3AA. Woven is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5.30pm; Sunday, 10.30am to 4.30pm.
Rapunzel in the Tower – in the lobby of the Gala Theatre.📍1 Millennium Place, DH1 1WA. The Gala is open Tuesday to Saturday 11am – 8.30pm
The Frog Prince – outside the entrance of Radisson Blu Hotel. 📍Frankland Lane, DH1 5TA. This sculpture can be seen from 7am to 7pm every day.
Little Red Riding Hood – inside the window at Sweet Treats R Us. 📍The Riverwalk. Sweet Treats R Us is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 5pm; Sunday, 9am to 4pm.
Fairy Godmother – in the window of The Works. 📍7-8 Silver Street, DH1 3RB. The Works is open 9am – 5.30pm Monday to Saturday and 10am – 4pm on a Sunday.
Puss in Boots – in the window of Elvet and Bailey.📍23 High Street, Prince Bishops Place, DH1 3UJ. Elvet and Bailey is open: 10am to 5pm Monday to Saturday and 11am to 4pm on a Sunday.
Dragon – inside Clayport Library.📍8 Millennium Place, Durham, DH1 1WA. Clayport Library is open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 7pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm and is closed on a Sunday.
Cinderella’s Carriage – opposite Bertie’s Play Barn, Prince Bishops Place.📍23-24 High Street, Prince Bishops Place, DH1 3UJ. Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Sunday, 11am to 4pm.
The Little Mermaid – inside DotCom Systems.📍50 North Road, DH1 4SF. DotCom Systems is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30 pm; Saturday 9am to 5pm. It is closed on a Sunday. Please note that this sculpture can not be seen on a Sunday.
Rumpelstiltskin – inside Durham Market.📍Located opposite Up Cycle Me, which is Unit 34, Market Hall, Market Place, DH1 3NJ. Durham Markets is open Monday to Saturday, 9am to 4.30pm. It is closed on a Sunday. Please note that this sculpture can not be seen on a Sunday.
Hansel and Gretel – in the window of Odin’s Hoard.📍26 High Street, Prince Bishops Place, DH1 3UJ. Odin’s Hoard is open Monday to Saturday, 10am to 5pm; Sunday. 10.30am to 4pm.
Three Little Pigs photo opportunity – inside and outside of Bertie’s Play Barn.📍23-24 High Street, Prince Bishops Place, DH1 3UJ. Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm. Sunday, 11am to 4pm.
The Big Bad Wolf – inside Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre. 📍Freeman’s Pl, Durham, DH1 1SW. Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre is open from 6.30am to 1opm Monday to Friday; 7.30am to 7pm on a Saturday; and 7.30am to 5pm on a Sunday.
Durham Cathedral in LEGO – at Durham Cathedral.📍 DH1 3EH. Durham Cathedral in LEGO® can be found inside the Durham Cathedral Museum and is free to see. Opening times are Monday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm; Sunday 12noon to 4pm.
