University of Durham
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The council’s dates, for reference
University of Durham sets its own term dates. These are County Durham’s, shown for reference only — check with the school before you book.
Term dates 2026 / 27
Checked 31 August 2026Term
Autumn term
Tuesday, 1 September 2026 to Friday, 18 December 2026
109 days
Half term
October half term
Saturday, 24 October 2026 to Sunday, 1 November 2026
9 days
Holiday
Christmas holiday
Saturday, 19 December 2026 to Sunday, 3 January 2027
16 days
Term
Spring term
Monday, 4 January 2027 to Thursday, 25 March 2027
81 days
Half term
February half term
Saturday, 13 February 2027 to Sunday, 21 February 2027
9 days
Holiday
Easter holiday
Friday, 26 March 2027 to Sunday, 11 April 2027
17 days
Term
Summer term
Monday, 12 April 2027 to Wednesday, 21 July 2027
101 days
Half term
May half term
Saturday, 29 May 2027 to Sunday, 6 June 2027
9 days
Holiday
Summer holiday
Thursday, 22 July 2027 to Tuesday, 31 August 2027
41 days
Next up: October half term, 24 October 2026.
Read from durham.gov.uk/schoolholidays. This school may differ — check with them before booking.
Last checked 31 August 2026
About University of Durham
University of Durham is a university in Durham, County Durham.
TypeHigher education institutions
CouncilCounty Durham
PupilsNot published
AdmitsMixed
URN133812
Websitewww.durham.ac.uk
From Get Information about Schools, as at 1 September 2026.
Nearby schools
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St Oswald's Church of England Aided Primary and Nursery School
0.2 mi · Primary
St Margaret's Church of England Primary School
0.7 mi · Primary
Durham Sixth Form Centre
0.8 mi · Sixth form or 16+
Laurel Avenue Community Primary School
1 mi · Primary
Neville's Cross Primary School and Nursery
1 mi · Primary
Where it is
Stockton RoadDurham
DH1 3LE
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