What is DDF?
Four jam-packed days of theatre! The Durham Drama Festival is one of the highlights of Durham’s theatrical year. With a range of respected industry professionals, an exciting line-up of workshops and question-sessions and a multitude of fantastic new performances (not to mention the legendary DDF social events) the festival is a wonderful showcase of some nation-leading theatrical talent.
Where is DDF?
The festival office is in The Assembly Rooms Theatre, just a stone’s throw from Durham castle and Cathedral in the stunning heart of the city. This will also be the location of our box-office and information desk throughout the duration of the festival. As well as the Assembly Rooms, we also have a few different venues dotted around Durham. Take a look at our Venues page for more information.
What’s on?
Have a look at our festival programme to find out about everything that’s going on including show details, times, ticket prices, workshop descriptions and information about our festival judges.
How can I get involved?
You can get involved today by submitting a play of your own, volunteering to help with festival production or simply by booking your ticket now! Take a look at our page for more information.
Venues
Assembly Rooms Theatre
40 North Bailey,
Durham,
DH1 3ET
The Assembly Rooms Theatre
Planning your visit
How to find us
Where to park
Parking in Durham is extremely easy. Situated directly behind the Gala Theatre, Walkergate is Durham city’s newest and largest car park facility.
With approximately 500 spaces it has ample space and is thus the car park of choice for workers, shoppers and visitors travelling to the city.
The car park is open 24hrs a day, 365 days a year. For further information please call the main office on 01913 845 084.
Access is via the slip road off the A690 westbound immediately before Millburngate Bridge. Follow the slip road under Millburngate Bridge, along Freeman’s Place, turning right between the Premier Inn and Freeman’s Quay Leisure Centre, you will see the entrance to the car park immediately ahead.
For a map please follow this link: www.parkingindurham.com/directions.aspx
Where to stay
Durham has a variety of different styles of accommodation on offer, all within walking distance of the city centre. These range from local bed and breakfast joints to larger international hotel chains. If you would like any help finding suitable accommodation for your needs please don’t hesitate to send us an email at info@dramafest.co.uk and we will try to assist you in whatever way we can.
Where to eat
Durham offers a variety of fantastic international restaurants and cafés all within seconds of the city centre. If your taste is Indian, Italian, French, Chinese or good old fashioned English brunch. You’ll find it easy to get hold of. Be sure to check out the Walkergate complex surrounding the Gala theatre, which boasts a great selection of stylish bars and family restaurants.
