I lived in Durham for five years while I was at University and I loved the whole area. It’s a great city to live in and there are so many lovely places within striking distance for weekend or day trips. We spent time on the Northumberland coast, in the Durham Dales, in the Lake District and in the Yorkshire Dales while I was up there.

There are some great pubs in town but not many clubs so the nightlife isn’t amazing. That never bothers me too much though. I just love the whole city. It’s got a great feel to it, and it’s at its most attractive in the summer. The castle and cathedral up on Palace Green really overlook the whole city, and the view from the train as you arrive over the viaduct always made me feel like I was coming home. So many great memories.