Durham University

Dunelm Days Events 2016

Durham alumni and guests were invited to celebrate all things Durham by being a part of Dunelm Days 2016.

2016 marks a major milestone in the history of alumni relations at Durham, the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the first Durham University alumni society, which formed on 31 May 1866. Alumni, friends and supporters have been fundamental in shaping Durham University in to what it is today, and we invite you to celebrate this landmark of 150 years of alumni support.

To mark this anniversary, the Development and Alumni Relations Office asked alumni around the world to celebrate with us during the month of June as part of Dunelm Days. Whether you are already a part of a Durham alumni network, or are looking to make new connections, Dunelm Days is the ideal opportunity to join a global celebration of what it means to be Durham alumni and share memories of your time at Durham.


Alumni volunteers around the world are currently planning their Dunelm Days events, please check back here regularly for updates on events when they confirm.
If you can’t see a listing for an event near you, why not host your own!? If you would like further information, please contact Lauren Storey on 0191 334 6309 or alumni.volunteer@durham.ac.uk.


Confirmed events


Dunelm Days in Paris
- Thursday 12 May, 7.30pm

Dinner on the Seine with alumni from other Northern Universities.
Dunelm Days in Atlanta - Sunday 22 May, 4pm
Informal barbecue kindly hosted by AJ Corner, in his home in the Brookhaven area of Atlanta.
Dunelm Days in Adelaide - Wednesday 25 May, 6pm
Alumni meet up at French bar and eatery, La Buvette Drinkery.
Dunelm Days in Ottawa - Saturday 4 June, 1pm
Lunch and drinks at the Mill St Brew Pub, Ottawa.
Dunelm Days in Cape Town - Thursday 9 June, 5.30pm
Relaxed meet up for drinks and supper at The Wild Fig.
Dunelm Days in London - Thursday 9 June, 6pm
Relaxed meet up for an informal gathering for drinks on the river at the Tattershall Castle floating pub.
Dunelm Days in Calgary - Friday 10 June, 5pm
Relaxed meet up for drinks Downtown at the National on 8th.
Dunelm Days - Afternoon in Durham - Friday 10 June, 2pm
A guided walk along Durham's riverbanks followed by tea on Palace Green.
Dunelm Days in Brussels - Sunday 12 June, 2pm
Informal gathering kindly hosted at the city centre home of Nikolaos Antoniou.
Dunelm Days in Sydney - Wednesday 15 June, 6pm
Meet up at King Street Brew Pub followed by a harbour cruise to take in the sights of VIVID, Sydney's spectacular light show.
Dunelm Days in Delhi - Friday 17 June, 7pm
Join fellow Durham alumni for drinks and dinner at the lively Junkyard Cafe. 
Dunelm Days in Santiago - Friday 17 June, 8.30pm
An informal barbecue at the home of our alumni volunteer, Nicolas Danessi
Dunelm Days in Mexico City - Tuesday 21 June, 7.30pm
Join Dr Duncan Connors and fellow alumni for drinks at Hotel Villa Condesa.
Dunelm Days in Manchester - Thursday 23 June, 6pm
Meet fellow alumni for drinks at Kro Bar, Oxford Road.
Dunelm Days in Tokyo - Saturday 25 June, 6pm
Meet up for drinks and food in Meguro's largest British themed pub.
Dunelm Days in Bucharest - Saturday 25 June, 6pm
Join alumni in Bucharest for dinner at The Brick restaurant.
Dunelm Days in Durham, Klute event - Saturday 25 June, 8.30pm
Relive your student days with a night at Klute.
Dunelm Days in Auckland - Tuesday 28 June, 5.30pm
An informal gathering for drinks at Parnell Returned Services Club
Dunelm Days in Gloucester - Wednesday 29 June, 6.30pm
Meet with fellow alumni at Portivo Lounge on the Gloucester Quays
Dunelm Days in Toronto - Wednesday 29 June, 6.30pm
Join alumni for al fresco drinks at the Rooftop Lounge of Hush
Dunelm Days in New York City - Thursday 30 June, 6pm
Meet alumni at the Churchill Tavern, a traditional English pub
Dunelm Days in Alderney - Thursday 30 June, 7pm
Meet fellow alumni at Belvedere House  


Planned events

Our alumni volunteers are currently working on the following events -

Dunelm Days in Mumbai

To ensure that you receive news and invites to events taking place near you, please ensure that your contact details are up to date by visiting the Edit my Profile section on Dunelm.