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Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Ben Van der Velde & Kevin Daniel

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Bishop Auckland Town Hall on April 19th 2024: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat... See more >

Bishop Auckland Town Hall, Market Place, Bishop Auckland DL14 7NP

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Bishop Auckland Food Festival

Get ready for our fantastic 2024 festival - A weekend of incredible celebrity chef demonstrations, regional food &... See more >

Bishop Auckland market place DL14

Sat 20 Apr

Meccano Exhibition at Beamish Museum

Visit the 1950s welfare hall to see marvellous Meccano creations. There’ll be a selection of construction sets on..... See more >

Beamish Museum DH9 0RG

Sat 20 Apr and Sun 21 Apr

Discover Clubs and Organisations in County Durham

Join our choir in Durham for a FREE taster session

Are you looking to find a choir? The local Durham choir is run by singing teacher Rob Slater. We are the local..... See more >

Elvet Methodist Church, 8 Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3HL

Mon 22 Apr, Mon 29 Apr, and more dates until Mon 17 Jun

FREE taster session with the Darlington Rock Choir

Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'? The Darlington Rock Choir is led by..... See more >

Northgate United Reformed Church, Northgate, Darlington DL1 1QU

Tue 23 Apr, Tue 30 Apr, and more dates until Tue 18 Jun

Hilarity Bites presents Al Murray: Guv Island

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Darlington Hippodrome on April 27th 2024: Hilarity Bites presents Al Murray: Guv... See more >

Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate, Darlington DL1 1RR

Sat 27 Apr

Tractor Gathering at Beamish Museum

See Fordsons, Fergies, Field Marshalls and more at this tractor-tastic two-day event. There will be a fantastic..... See more >

Beamish Museum DH9 0RG

Sat 27 Apr and Sun 28 Apr

OMG Stunts - Spennymoor

Are you ready for a world class show like you have never seen before? In our sensational new show OMG Stunts, you will..... See more >

Circus Site DL16 7RS

Tue 30 Apr to Mon 6 May

FREE taster session with the Chester le Street Rock Choir

If you are pondering whether there is a 'pop or gospel choir near me' then you may be interested in the... See more >

Cornerstones Centre for the Community, North Burns, Chester le Street, Durham DH3 3TF

Tue 30 Apr, Tue 14 May, Tue 4 Jun, Tue 11 Jun

Eaglescliffe Vegan Fair

Eaglescliffe Vegan Fair will be taking place at Egglescliffe Community Centre on Saturday 4th May 2024 all to raise... See more >

Egglescliffe Community Centre, Eaglescliffe TS16 0EH

Sat 4 May

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Michael Fabbri & Alfie Joey

Coming to Hilarity Bites at The Forum in Darlington on May 4th 2024: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat... See more >

The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington DL1 1SG

Sat 4 May

May Day at Beamish Museum

In the Edwardian period, May Day was second only to Christmas in popularity and each town or village all over the... See more >

Beamish Museum DH9 0RG

Sun 5 May and Mon 6 May

Northern Counties Photographic Federation Exhibition at Beamish Museum

The Northern Counties Photographic Federation (NCPF) will be putting on a fantastic display of their work... See more >

Beamish Museum Beamish DH9 0RG

Sat 11 May and Sun 12 May

Hilarity Bitesize New Act & New Material Night, with George Zach

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Steam Machine Brewing Co. in Newton Aycliffe on May 16th 2024: Hilarity Bitesize New Act..... See more >

Steam Machine Brewing Co 26 Northfield Way Newton Aycliffe DL5 6UF

Thu 16 May

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Rob Rouse & Matthew McAloone

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Bishop Auckland Town Hall on May 17th 2024: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat... See more >

Bishop Auckland Town Hall, Market Place, Bishop Auckland DL14 7NP

Fri 17 May

Flag Weekend at Beamish Museum

Flag Days were held during the First World War to raise money for causes including support for soldiers on the front... See more >

Beamish Museum DH9 0RG

Sat 18 May and Sun 19 May

Cliffecon

A family comic con style event with special guests, traders, attractions and more! Meet stars from TV, film and..... See more >

Oak Leaf Sports Complex Newton Aycliffe Co Durham DL5 6QZ

Sat 18 May

European Car Rally at Beamish Museum

On Sunday, 26th May visitors will have the special chance to see a variety of unusual and quirky cars at the... See more >

Beamish Museum Beamish DH9 0RG

Sun 26 May

Cirque - The Greatest Show

It's time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where..... See more >

Princess Alexandra Auditorium Yarm School The Friarage Yarm Stockton-on-tees TS15 9EJ

Tue 28 May and Wed 29 May

Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat. Martin Mor & Aaron Simmonds

Coming to Hilarity Bites at The Forum in Darlington on June 1st 2024: Hilarity Bites Comedy Club feat... See more >

The Forum Music Centre, Borough Road, Darlington DL1 1SG

Sat 1 Jun

Truckfest North East 2024

Since 1983 Truckfest has been delivering a great day out and a fantastic family experience. Be amazed by monster..... See more >

Wolsingham Showground, Wolsingham DL13 3JF

Sat 1 Jun and Sun 2 Jun

OMG Stunts - Peterlee

Are you ready for a world class show like you have never seen before? In our sensational new show OMG Stunts, you will..... See more >

Eden Lane SR8 5ND

Tue 4 Jun to Sun 9 Jun

Thornton Hall Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

3 acre walled gardens wrapped around a Grade I listed C16 Hall previously grazed by cattle and sheep lovingly restored... See more >

Thornton Hall Gardens, Darlington DL2 2NB

Wed 5 Jun

Crook Hall & Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Described in Country Life as having 'history, romance and beauty'. Intriguing medieval hall and manor..... See more >

Crook Hall & Gardens, Durham City DH1 5SZ

Thu 6 Jun

Hilarity Bitesize New Act & New Material Night, with James Cook

Coming to Hilarity Bites at Hops & Cheese in Hartlepool on June 6th 2024: Hilarity Bitesize New Act & New Material... See more >

Hops & Cheese, 9-11 Tower Street Hartlepool TS24 7HH

Thu 6 Jun

Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years

Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years. Performed by Bookends Simon & Garfunkel: Through the Years is the most..... See more >

Durham Cathedral Durham DH1 3EH

Fri 7 Jun

The Magic Of Motown

Seen by over a million people, now in its 18th year! Get ready for the biggest Motown party of the year with the..... See more >

Forum Theatre Billingham Town Centre Stockton on Tees TS23 2LJ

Fri 7 Jun

Whorlton Village Open Gardens

Come and see a dozen beautiful gardens and enjoy afternoon tea in the village hall. See more >

Whorlton Village Hall, Barnard Castle DL12 8XD

Sun 9 Jun

Oliver Ford Garden - Open Garden for NGS

A peaceful, contemplative 3 acre garden developed and planted by the owner and BBC Gardener of the Year as a space for... See more >

Oliver Ford Garden, Consett DH8 9HG

Sun 9 Jun

Live Pro Wrestling in Consett!

Dust off those foam fingers and prepare to scream and shout – the North East’s fastest growing family friendly American... See more >

Consett Leisure Centre, Medomsley Road, Consett DH8 5HU

Sun 16 Jun

West End Magic

Hosted by multi-award-winning member of the Magic Circle Oliver Tabor, West End Magic presents a mystical line-up of... See more >

Forum Theatre, The Causeway, Stockton-on-Tees, Billingham TS23 2LJ

Sat 22 Jun

Old Quarrington Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Four very distinct gardens in the hamlet of Old Quarrington. The Stables is a large family garden full of hidden..... See more >

Old Quarrington Gardens, Durham DH6 5NN

Sun 23 Jun

Historic Haughton-le-Skerne Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Enjoy a range of secluded gardens, ancient and modern, set in this historic village: tranquil spaces which combine... See more >

Historic Haughton-le-Skerne Gardens, Darlington DL1 2DD

Sat 6 Jul

MG Car Display at Durham University Botanic Garden

The Durham MG & Classic Car Club was formed in 2001 for local car enthusiasts interested in MG cars, both classic and... See more >

Botanic Garden, Durham University Hollingside Lane South Road Durham DH1 3TN

Sun 7 Jul

St Margaret's Allotments - Open Garden for NGS

Five acres of over 100 allotments against the spectacular backdrop of Durham Cathedral. Enthusiastic gardeners, many..... See more >

St Margaret’s Allotments, Durham City DH1 4QU

Sun 14 Jul

The Gardens of Carmel Road South - Open Garden for NGS

The Carmel Road South Group comprise of 6 interesting and varied town gardens with some different and unusual plants,... See more >

The Gardens of Carmel Road South, Darlington DL3 8DR

Sun 14 Jul

Folksy Theatre present 'As You Like It'

Whorlton are looking forward to welcoming The Folksy Theatre to our Village Green on Tuesday 16th July at 7pm with... See more >

Whorlton Village Hall, Barnard Castle DL12 8XD

Tue 16 Jul

Brancepeth Village Gardens - Open Garden for NGS

Village gardens spread out over ½ mile in a picturesque historic setting. Refreshments available in the Village Hall... See more >

Brancepeth Village Gardens, Durham DH7 8EN

Sat 20 Jul

Brancepeth Castle Summer Craft Fair 2024

A three-day craft fair at Brancepeth Castle, with over 60 unique stalls, delicious home-made hot and cold food and... See more >

Brancepeth Castle, Brancepeth DH7 8DE

Fri 26 Jul to Sun 28 Jul

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FREE MONSTER TRUCKS with FREE ADMISSION, WHILE OTHER SHOWS CHARGE TO G

FREE MONSTER TRUCKS with FREE ADMISSION, WHILE OTHER SHOWS CHARGE TO GET IN OURS IS TOTALLY FREE IT’S THE ORIGINAL... See more >

STREATLAM SHOWGROUND BARNARD CASTLE D12 8RQ DL12 8RZ

Sat 27 Jul and Sun 28 Jul

St Cuthbert's Hospice - Open Garden for NGS

5 acres of mature gardens surround this CQC outstanding-rated Hospice. In development since 1988, the gardens are cared..... See more >

St Cuthbert’s Hospice, Durham DH1 3QF

Sun 28 Jul

Heather Holm - Open Garden for NGS

Divided into several rooms, this is a garden of different aspects, formal, floral and architectural. The owners have a..... See more >

Heather Holm, Saltburn-by-the-Sea TS12 3JU

Sun 4 Aug

Teddy Bears' Picnic at Durham University Botanic Garden

Join us for a fun-filled day of exploring bear habitats on an interactive guided walk through the Garden, a messy bear... See more >

Botanic Garden, Durham University Hollingside Lane South Road Durham DH1 3TN

Sun 11 Aug

Crazy Creatures at Durham University Botanic Garden

Get interactive with our Crazy Creatures who are visiting the Garden for the day. Animal encounters with rabbits,..... See more >

Botanic Garden, Durham University Hollingside Lane South Road Durham DH1 3TN

Thu 15 Aug

Middleton Hall Retirement Village - Open Garden for NGS

Main features are natural woodland and parkland walks within the 45 acre estate. There is a Japanese themed garden,..... See more >

Middleton Hall Retirement Village, Darlington DL2 1HA

Sat 17 Aug

Elizabeth Baker, StoryTeller at Durham University Botanic Garden

Join storyteller, Elizabeth Baker, for a whole host of stories and legends from some of the different countries where... See more >

Botanic Garden, Durham University Hollingside Lane South Road Durham DH1 3TN

Thu 22 Aug

The Merry Wives of Windsor

Sir John Falstaff, everyone's favourite Shakespearean sleazeball, has fallen on hard times. In order to fix his..... See more >

Crook Hall DH1 5SZ

Fri 30 Aug

Durham Mini Con

A one day Anime/Comic con mini event with trader stalls, artists, cosplay competition, performances, geeky food stalls... See more >

Sherburn Community Centre, Sherburn, Durham DH6 1HD

Sat 31 Aug

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Ravensford Farm - Open Garden for NGS

In 1984 Ravensford Farm was a ruin in a field full of weeds, with one tree. Today it is surrounded by a richly varied..... See more >

Ravensford Farm, Bishop Auckland DL13 3NH

Sun 22 Sep

Things to do around County Durham

If you're planning a day out in County Durham, this northernmost county in England offers a rich blend of history, natural beauty, and cultural attractions. Here are some delightful activities to consider:

1. Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle:
- Durham Cathedral, dating back to the 12th century, is a masterpiece of Romanesque and Gothic architecture. Marvel at its stunning design and explore the tombs of St. Cuthbert and the Venerable Bede. Don't miss the Chapel of the Nine Altars. While in Durham, visit Durham Castle, occupied by University College since 1840. Take a guided tour to explore its medieval great hall, Norman Chapel, and Tunstall Chapel with intricate carvings.

2. Barnard Castle:
- Despite its recent notoriety, Barnard Castle remains a top attraction in County Durham. Visit the Bowes Museum, home to the largest art collection in northern England. Explore the 12th-century Norman castle perched high on a rock overlooking the River Tees. Look for King Richard III's boar emblem carved into the castle wall.

3. North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and High Force Waterfall:
- Discover the rugged beauty of the North Pennines AONB. Enjoy scenic walks, rolling hills, and breathtaking landscapes. Don't miss the High Force Waterfall, one of England's most impressive waterfalls.

4. Beamish Museum:
- Step back in time at the Beamish Museum, an open-air living museum near Stanley. Explore historic buildings, ride vintage trams, and immerse yourself in the past. It's a fascinating glimpse into the region's industrial heritage.

5. Raby Castle:
- Visit Raby Castle, a medieval fortress surrounded by beautiful gardens and deer parks. Explore its grand rooms, learn about its history, and enjoy the picturesque setting. Don't miss the views from the castle's towers.

Remember, County Durham offers a mix of cultural landmarks, natural wonders, and historic sites – perfect for an enriching and memorable day out!