Fans of great wine will be raising a glass to some discounted tipples.

Durham Wine Week is set to make its sparkling debut this autumn, following the success of Newcastle Wine Week in June.

Crush in North Road is among the venues taking part. Pictured is owner Daniel Jonberger | Sunderland Echo

placeholder image — Crush in North Road is among the venues taking part. Pictured is owner Daniel Jonberger | Sunderland Echo

The new event will make its debut from October 10-19, 2025, aimed at giving people the opportunity to explore the city’s vibrant wine scene at a discounted price.

For the city-wide celebration, event organisers are collaborating with some of the best venues across the city.

It’s being hosted by Leah Newman of Newcastle-based wine retail and events company, Whispering Wine, with support by Durham Bid and City of Durham Parish Council.

Wine enthusiasts will be able to purchase a Durham Wine Week wristband via the official website www.durhamwineweek.co.uk giving them 50% off a handpicked selection of wines at some of Durham’s best venues.

Top-rated restaurants and bars such as FIIK, Coarse and Crush are among the venues taking part, as well as new addition Veeno which opens this month.

Each venue has collaborated with Leah, an expert in wine, to create a bespoke Durham Wine Week List, an expertly curated menu of exceptional wines that reflect the venue’s character and commitment to quality.

“This is about making great wine more accessible and celebrating the brilliant hospitality scene we have here in Durham,” said Leah. “We want to shine a light on the diversity of wine culture in Durham whilst highlighting the positive progression of current wine offerings in the city.

“The wristband allows people to explore new tastes and old favourites at a fraction of the cost whilst exploring venues they may have never been to.”