Events Around Durham

Gala Big Band boasts an unrivalled swing repertoire, so if you’re a musician with a passion for the untraditional, why not get involved? Our welcoming community band meets Tuesdays fortnightly, supporting a diverse range of amateur and semi-pro musician from ages 12 to 85!

Durham University Opera Ensemble bring the Amateur English Operatic Society translation of Johann Strauss II’s fantastic operetta “Die Fledermaus” to The Gala Theatre, Durham.

“If you like music and guitars you will LOVE this show!” Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, Hank Marvin, Brian May and Slash are just some of the outstanding guitar heroes you will have chance to experience in one amazing show!

Have fun discovering Durham with two self-guided, quirky, heritage walks with an optional treasure hunt. Buy in booklet or instant download format. Are you curious about Durham? Looking for an unusual and quirky activity which gets you out in the fresh air whatever the weather?

Described in Country Life as having ’history, romance and beauty’. Intriguing medieval manor house surrounded by 4 acres of fine gardens. Visitors can enjoy magnificent cathedral views from the 2 walled gardens. Other garden ’rooms’ incl the silver and white garden.

Goats Galore is back for February Half Term (Sat 16th – Sun 24th Feb) Your ticket includes so much from Feeding Baby Goats to holding cute little chicks. There will be Daily Shows, Lots of indoor & outdoor fun, Plus so much more!

Group Adult Ballet Session for more information, please contact Joyce on 07932008400 or via Email to : joyce@joycejeffreytheatredance.co.uk

Providing one to one private singing lessons and group lessons for children and Adults Fully qualified vocal coach, come along and join the fun! for more information, please contact Jen on 07946456670 or via Email to : jenthomasvocalstudio@gmail.com

Covers the principles of Tai Chi on a practical basis. A combination of yoga and meditation to help foster a calm and tranquil mind. Benefits include postural improvement and prevention of tension and injury.9:00 am to 10:00 am (Experts ),10:00 am to 11.00am ( Beginners ) 11.00am to 12.30 (Improvers)

Group Adult Tap Session for more information, please contact Joyce on 07932008400 or via Email to : joyce@joycejeffreytheatredance.co.uk

Members work in a variety of mediums including pencil, pen & ink, watercolours, acrylics and oils. We have regular exhibitions at Chester-le-Street Library for which any member can submit work for exhibiting. We also have regular workshops provided by members, and occasional demonstrations by local artists.

The Bowls Club provides year round indoor carpet bowling. Beginners looking for a new hobby, as well as more experienced players, are welcome. There is a mixture of male and female players, both able-bodied and disabled. The aim of the club is to engage in social activities as a group

Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz, Theatre Craft, Gymnastic Dance and Street Dance, taught by a fully qualified teacher with the IDTA. Examinations, performances, competitions and private lessons available - telephone 07809 545944 or email htds@hotmail.co.uk

Alcohol Addiction Support Group

Classes offer students exercises to stretch and tone the body, breath awareness techniques, relaxation and meditation, all welcome.

An ancient Japanese art for spiritual development and self defence. Beginners aged 14 and upwards welcome – anyone interested can call the Centre on 3884752 for further details

Alcohol Addiction Support Group

Providing one to one private singing lessons and group lessons for children and Adults Fully qualified vocal coach, come along and join the fun! for more information, please contact Jen on 07946456670 or via Email to : jenthomasvocalstudio@gmail.com

Support group for family and friends affected by Alcohol Addiction. Disturbed by someone else’s drinking? Living with alcoholism can be a lonely life – you need not be alone. We welcome any person with any problem with a friend or family member linked to alcohol

A group with a different approach to art – come with an open mind and learn the fun way. Learn along with others in the group how to mix colours, create watercolour washes and compose paintings. Develop your basic skills with practice and try different techniques used in watercolours and other mediums.

Ancient art for spiritual development and self defence. Beginners aged 14 and upwards welcome – anyone interested can call the Centre on 3884752 for further details

Alcohol Addiction Support Group

Would you like to join a band? Whether you are just learning , an accomplished musician, or picking it up again after a break, then the North East Concert Band would like to hear from you . No need to make prior arrangements, just come along and let’s make music !

Talented group of individuals who all share a passion for the saxophone, many are also members of the North East Concert Band

TERM TIME ONLY- Ages 5-16Years ..Love to dance? Love to sing ? Love to Act ?Learn all aspects of theatre Studies taught by NODA award winning tutors with over 50 collective years of experience with 2 public performances per year. Fresh Fruit and drink provided