Northeast England’s historic Durham city is on the River Wear. Durham is an education and culture centre boasting tourist draws, good retail outlets, excellent nightlife and a number of city parks. The city’s prime position is perfect for reaching other regional destinations and attractions in a car hire in Durham.

The Bailey, located in a horseshoe bend of the River Wear, is Durham’s historic quarter. Two of the northeast’s prime tourist draws, Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral are in this district. Both of these wonderful buildings are on hills with the Palace Green between them.

Leading firms maintain car rental in Durham depots in the city. Several major roads pass around Durham and offer easy access to Sunderland, Newcastle upon Tyne and seaside towns on the coast. Nearby are three golf courses. The A1M motorway skirts the eastern edge of Durham. Car hire in Durham is a comfortable travel option.

Northwards Newcastle boasts plentiful shopping and nightlife districts. Northumberland Street and Grainger Market are two of the city’s principal retail therapy venues. Bigg Market and the Quayside are among the areas for bars and discos. Newcastle has a flourishing music scene with both pub music and large venues.

Seaside resorts along the coast are only a short drive and include Whitley Bay, South Shields, Seaham and Roker. All the beaches on the coast are clean and, in summer, offer swimming and establishments selling seafood delicacies. Roker, adjacent to Sunderland, has a pier and an old Bede’s cross. Pre-booked cheap car hire in Durham usually provides discount rates.