Best Shops in Durham

Premium tea, coffee, and gifts in Durham's historic Market Place—where expertise meets elegance.

Discover stylish day-to-evening fashion and unique gifts at Pears Boutique in Langley Moor, Durham’s charming industrial estate shopping spot.

Discover Durham’s hidden basement gem for costumes, vintage clothing, fabrics, and party supplies all in one quirky, creative boutique.

One of the North East’s largest antique shops, packed with porcelain, furniture and vintage treasures in a 10,000 sq ft emporium near Durham.

Affordable books, crafts, toys, and stationery in a bright, easy-to-navigate store at Arnison Retail Park, perfect for families, students, and gift shoppers.

Discover unique gifts, collectibles, and local craftsmanship at Bear Bottom, Durham’s beloved indoor market shop.

Empowering Durham’s local producers through unique crafts, gifts, and community-driven retail on historic High Street.

Discover Durham’s largest curated vintage clothing collection in a charming historic boutique on Saddler Street.

Discover elegant Italian fashion in Durham’s historic Georgian window boutique, blending timeless style with personalized service.

Curated gifts and books supporting Durham Cathedral's conservation, housed in medieval undercroft spaces.

A quirky, long-standing Durham boutique filled with unique gifts, women’s fashion, glassware and handmade treasures in a charming, ramshackle building.

Discover unique handmade gifts and local artisan treasures at Elvet & Bailey, Durham’s beloved boutique in Prince Bishops Shopping Centre.

Discover handpicked vintage gems and streetwear essentials in a family-run boutique at the heart of Durham’s Saddler Street.

Discover Durham’s vibrant radical bookshop, a volunteer-run haven for second-hand books and community stories.

Books, stationery, and local treasures in Durham's vibrant Market Place.

Discover pre-loved books, music, and more at Durham’s Oxfam Shop—where every purchase supports global poverty relief and sustainability.

Discover unique vintage and designer fashion supporting Age UK’s mission in the heart of Durham’s vibrant city centre.

Discover timeless Scottish knitwear and heritage fabrics at The Edinburgh Woollen Mill in Durham’s historic Saddler Street.

Discover unique handmade gifts and local crafts in the historic heart of Durham at The Cutting Edge.

A charming craft shop in Durham’s historic gateway, offering fair trade pottery, jewellery, textiles, and handmade gifts from around the world.

Durham’s Company Shop offers exclusive membership access to discounted surplus groceries, blending savings with sustainability.

Discover unique, locally inspired fashion and accessories at Scarlet Ribbons, a charming boutique in the heart of Durham’s vibrant city centre.

Discover stylish, locally crafted fashion accessories at Sasa Girls, Durham’s charming boutique for unique and trendy pieces.