The Durham Light Infantry Collection and archive contains 15,000 objects telling the stories of the service and service personnel of the Durham Light Infantry throughout its history. The Collection contains objects and archive dating from 1758 through to 1968, when the Regiment ceased to be active.
The Durham Light Infantry Collection and archive has moved to its new permanent home at The Story, Durham. We are free entry site with free parking.
Browse the downstairs gallery which explores the history of the Durham Light Infantry and County Durham, through displays and interactives.
Visit our Collections Room to view objects and archives from over 200 years of the Durham Light Infantry’s story.
Use our free to access PCs to research family and military history archives.
We aspire to connect communities, families and children with local history through the preservation, interpretation and engagement with the collections relating to the Durham Light Infantry. We deliver outreach to schools, host family activities, school and community group visits.
Durham County Council cares for the Collection on behalf of Trustees of the Former Durham Light Infantry Regiment and the DLI Collection.
Email [email protected]. Collections and donations enquiries [email protected]
Opening hours: Visit – The Story
Copyright 2024 © All rights Reserved
Add Review
Read More Reviews
Michael Hedley
a month agoAbsolutely fabulous registry venue, excellent staff. With a really nice light in the ceremony room it meets the photographers needs. The cafe is good with nice cakes and coffee
Leighton Bainbridge
6 months agoHey! I just had the absolute pleasure of photographing Becky & Mathew's wedding at The Story in Durham, and I have to say, I’m still blown away! If you’re thinking about a smaller, more intimate wedding, this place is a total gem. The light streaming through the windows is just magical, making every moment feel even more special, and let me tell you, it makes for some stunning photos! It’s honestly hard to believe this is a registry office. The space is elegant, full of character, and has such a warm, welcoming feel. It’s got that perfect mix of charm and style that really sets the tone for a beautiful celebration. Huge congrats again to Becky & Mathew for such a gorgeous day! If you're looking for a venue that feels a little extra special, The Story might just be the one for you. 💛
Bridget Finan
in the last weekFirstly what a beautiful place! We found out about this amazing place - specifically the records office - to follow up on my husband’s side of the family. A lovely local couple steered us to drop in…and we were so impressed by the help of the staff that it was important to us to give a review. Nothing was too much trouble. Delighted to say that we managed to track down what we wanted to know and to see documents firsthand from the archives was amazing. Thank you so much. Also was really refreshing to be able to park without paying! We received an amazing service and the fact that it was all free was incredible!
Polestar4 Isnt very good
3 weeks ago12 electric charging points, 11 taken up with either none-charging electric cars, or IC cars. People rude when we asked 'why are you parking in an charging bay with a diesel car?' Staff inside super useless and didn't want to do anything. Won't go back again Food not as good as it was when it opened, but cake nice.
Alec Mav
3 months agoAttended this venue on 03/07/25 and viewed all 4 wedding options. I believe they only run 1 open day each month and so you have to check for dates. Unfortunately the rooms were not presented at all. No fake flowers and anything that could show the potential. I found this to be highly disappointing. The rooms are fairly bland and lack character. The grand staircase isn't that grand when you see it in person. You can tell this is cancel run as they aren't putting in the effort of independent operations. Parking facilities are good and photo opportunities outside looked to be good. Other than this, I left feeling a little flat.