Welcome to the City of Durham Business Services
Durham comprises the splendour and magnificence of a World Heritage site, quiet medieval streets and historic events, with the excellent modern amenities that you would associate with a cosmopolitan city.
Couple with this a dedicated, innovative Council, whose main aim is to help you succeed by providing the widest possible range of assistance available and you'll see why Durham has the advantage when providing opportunities for new and existing business.
The Council encourages Durham City businesses, whatever their size, to actively seek new business opportunities. To help achieve this the Economic Development Unit works in partnership with a number of other organisations such as the County Durham Development Company, the North East Chamber of Commerce, Business Link, Durham Business Club and most significantly, the City of Durham and Chester le Street Enterprise Agency (CDC) to provide the best possible assistance.
‘You Can be Fat and Fit!’
Wednesday 20 th August 2008
The call from the woman who claims Durham Leisure Helped Save her life. Despite nursing horrendous injuries sustained in a fall on a shopping trip 55 year old Jean Carr from Witton Gilbert, can’t wait to get back in the gym at Sherburn Leisure. Why? Because prior to her accident Jean had beaten off more than 3 decades of agoraphobia and obesity and was taking vital footsteps to a new healthy and vibrant life.
Free Cricket is a Big Hit Across the Generations in Durham
Monday 18th August 2008
The recent deluges failed to put a dampener on a day of FREE cricket coaching in Durham on Friday August 15th which was enjoyed across the generations
Freeman’s Quay joining celebration of childrens right to play
Thursday 31 July 2008
A ‘Playday’ event will take place at Freeman’s Quay, next Wednesday 6 August. Organised by City of Durham’s Leisure Services, activities on offer include swimming, dance, football, cricket and much more. Although fully inclusive, children and young people up to the age of 25 who are disabled are particularly encouraged to attend to take advantage of the new facilities.
Spud The Couch Potato Launches the Month of Free Cricket in Durham City
Wednesday 30 July 2008
Over the next 12 months ‘Spud the Couch Potato’ will be publicly put through his paces in everything from Street Dance to Salsasize and Spinning to Swimming.
Opportunity to recognise unsung heroes
Monday 28th July 2008
Nominations for this year’s Community Citizen Award are now being taken. The award recognises and celebrates the work of the many community members, unsung heroes and dedicated volunteers who freely give up their time to work for the benefit of their local area.
Over 8,000 'Swim for a Shilling'
Friday 25th July 2008
When the City of Durham Launched it’s ‘Swim for a Shilling’ week at the opening of Freeman’s Quay last Friday everyone knew it would be popular. What no one predicated was how popular. Since the 5p swim deal began at 10am on Friday 18th July over 8,000 people have taken the plunge.
Like a Duckling to Water Swimming Babies
Wednesday 23 July 2008
With the Olympics just around the corner Durham Leisure is doing its bit to make sure this region keeps providing top rate aquatic athletes for the future by starting them young.
City opposes post office closures
Wednesday 24thJuly 2008
At the City of Durham’s full Council meeting this evening (Tuesday 22nd July) councillors agreed a Notice of Motion to oppose the two post office closures in Durham.
