High Street and Prince Bishops Place, Durham

Durham's High Street and Prince Bishops Place offer a vibrant shopping experience for locals and tourists alike. The High Street, which curves in a horseshoe shape eastward from Silver Street towards the river and then turns back to Saddler Street, is a bustling thoroughfare lined with hundreds of stores. The area has a constant turnover of new businesses, with a rapidly developing economic scene of new business starts fueled by the patronage of students, locals, and visitors.

Within a few minutes walk from Durham Castle, Prince Bishops Place is situated in the center of Durham and is one of the main shopping venues. It was built in 1998, replacing a concrete multi-story car park, and houses over forty retail outlets, including alternative boutiques. The mall is at the eastern end of the horseshoe-shaped High Street and offers a diverse range of shopping options. Additionally, the center hosts a large car park and offers easy access to public transport.

Whether you're looking for high-street brands or unique boutiques, Durham's High Street and Prince Bishops Place have something for everyone. With a mix of traditional and contemporary architecture, the area offers a pleasant shopping experience that reflects Durham's rich history and dynamic present.