But under the Government’s call for people to stay at home, just a few people are out on the streets of the Harbour.
Those out and about are either taking a brief walk or run or lining up ready to take their turn to collect essentials in those shops still allowed to trade.
Our photographer captured these photos of the town centre looking very different to how it would look on the average Tuesday.
5. Making the most of the coastline
A couple of people take in the scenery at Nose's Point as they take their daily walk. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
6. Police patrol through town
Durham Constabulary officers are working to keep people safe by checking they follow the social distancing rules during the lockdown. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton
7. Dog walkers out on the clifftops
Man walks his dog along the top of the cliffs at Nose's Point in Dawdon. People have been reminded they should not drive to locations so they and their pet can exercise away from home. | JPIMedia Photo: Stu Norton
8. Run with a view
A jogger takes in the seafront on Terrace Green under the eye of Tommy. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Stu Norton