Hundreds of veterans and members of the public maintained social distance guidelines while attending one event at the city’s Burdon Road war memorial.
Another ceremony at nearby Seaham, close to the iconic Tommy statue, attracted similar numbers.
Here is our gallery of pictures from both services as well as some poignant pictures from elsewhere across the region.
17. Picturing the scene
A dog walker takes a picture of the Durham City Durham Light Infantry memorial and its colourful backdrop. Photo: North News and Pictures
18. Iconic statue
Seaham's famous Tommy statue is decorated with poppies. Photo: Tommy tributes
19. Fundraising marathon
Former Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (REME) sergeant Adam Wilkinson changes guard with former REME sergeant Joe Beston at Terrace Green, Seaham, as part of a 24-hour vigil at Seaham's war memorial to raise funds for the Poppy Appeal. Photo: Tim Richardson
20. Do not forget
An inscription at Terrace Green, Seaham, near the town's war memorial. Photo: Tim Richardson