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Tuesday June 27, 2017
What's On Durham
Great Expectations
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Charles Dickens’ unforgettable story of love, family and friendship set in the depths of Victorian England....
Gala Theatre , Durham
Wed 5 Jul
Durham BRASS
Throughout the week-long festival we will be showcasing Broadway and Venice, brassing-up some Northern Soul, plus the BBC Big Band will be honouring...
Durham
Fri 7 Jul to Sun 16 Jul
BRASS on Broadway
Join the Scottish Swing Orchestra and the BRASS Broadway Chorus for swing versions of great Broadway songs. They will be joined by two West End stars...
Gala Theatre
Sun 9 Jul
Dizzy & Co – Dizzy Gillespie and the great big band leaders
We celebrate the 100th anniversary of one of the greatest jazz trumpeters of all time, Dizzy Gillespie. The legendary BBC Band will pay homage to his...
Gala Theatre
Thu 13 Jul
Streets of BRASS
A perennial favourite, with international street bands transforming Durham’s World Heritage centre into the ‘Home of Street BRASS’ for two days of...
www.brassfestival.co.uk/events/brass-on-broadway/
Sat 15 Jul and Sun 16 Jul
Champion Brass – The Cory Band supported by the Banks Group
The Cory Band continue to dominate the world of traditional brass. They have become the first band in history to win the European, British National,...
Gala Theatre
Sun 16 Jul
Handcrafted Boutique Fairs Alington House
Artisan bespoke craft fair from selected crafters from around the north east
Alington House 4 north bailey saddler Street
Sat 1 Jul
Magna Carta and the Forest Charters
Monday 19 June - Saturday 9 September
The Collections Gallery, Open Treasure
This exhibition presents a unique opportunity to see all three...
Durham Cathedral
Today to Thu 10 Aug
Venetian Surround Sound
Durham Cathedral Choir directed by James Lancelot and early music virtuosi His Majesty’s Sagbutts & Cornetts perform a thrilling programme of...
Durham Cathederal
Fri 14 Jul
Belshazzar’s Feast
Brass Bands and Choirs represent two of the North East’s strongest musical traditions. This concert brings them together in a spectacular new...
Durham Cathederal
Sat 15 Jul
St Margaret’s Allotments - Open Garden for NGS
5 acres of 82 allotments against the spectacular backdrop of Durham Cathedral. This site has been cultivated since the Middle Ages, and was saved...
St Margaret’s Allotments, Durham
Sun 16 Jul
Durham Coast - Hawthorn Loop Guided Walk
Stroll with a Ranger to discover the wildlife and social history around Hawthorn Dene. A walk of approximately 4 miles at a relaxed pace taking in...
Durham Coast
Tue 11 Jul
Durham Race for Life 5k
Race for Life brings millions of women together to support Cancer Research’s life-saving research. Just by signing up you’ll make a difference...
St Leonard’s Sports Fields, County Hall, Durham
Sun 2 Jul
MG Car Display
Durham MG Owners’ Club showcase their cars at the Garden.
Botanic Garden, Durham University, Hollingside Lane, South Road, Durham City.
Sun 9 Jul
FREE CONCERT: Richard Eaton Singers from Edmonton, Canada
Music Director: Leonard Ratzlaff, Organ: Allan Coombes,
A varied programme of classical and sacred music and Canadian folk songs to include works...
St Cuthbert’s Chapel, Ushaw College Durham
Tue 11 Jul
Monthly Social Dance
Dancing to excellent recorded music - a full and varied programme of dances is guaranteed. Ballroom, Sequence and Latin Dancing.
Free parking, bar...
Tudhoe Victory Club, Tudhoe, Spennymoor, Durham.
Sat 1 Jul
Weekly Social Dance
Sequence and Ballroom Dancing to excellent recorded music - a full and varied programme of dances is guaranteed!
This is a friendly Dance in...
Tudhoe Victory Club, Tudhoe, Spennymoor, Durham.
Sun 2 Jul, Sun 9 Jul, Sun 16 Jul, Sun 23 Jul, Sun 30 Jul, Sun 6 Aug, Sun 13 Aug
Little Mix
Little Mix Shout Out Tour. Artists performing: Little Mix.: Tickets avaiable.
Emirates Durham ICG, Durham
Sat 15 Jul
The Fold - Open Garden for NGS
Garden, approx ½ acre created over 20 years in an area that had been extensively mined. It stands at 700ft and enjoys splendid views over...
The Fold, Stanley Crook
Sat 8 Jul
Binchester Roman Fort re-enactment events
Re-enactment event featuring Roma Antiqua and Barbaratus the cavalryman. See exciting demonstrations, visit the tented encampment and join a guided...
Binchester Roman Fort, Bishop Auckland County Durham
Sat 15 Jul and Sun 16 Jul
Hilarity Bites presents... Freddy Quinne & Hannah Silvester
Coming to Hilarity Bites at The Cornerhouse in Crook on June 29th 2017:
Freddy Quinne - “Big, brash and very funny” - Giggle Beats....
Cornerhouse Bar & Kitchen, 60-61 Hope Street, Crook
Thu 29 Jun
Penshaw Monument - Tours to the Top 2017
Climb the secret spiral staircase to the monument’s rooftop walkway. Enjoy spectacular views across Wearside and County Durham from the top of...
Penshaw Monument, Chester RoadY, Penshaw
Sat 1 Jul, Sun 2 Jul, Sat 8 Jul, Sun 9 Jul, Sat 15 Jul, Sun 16 Jul, Sat 22 Jul, Sun 23 Jul, Sat 29 Jul, Sun 30 Jul, Sat 5 Aug, Sun 6 Aug
Kynren - an epic tale of England
’Kynren – an epic tale of England’ takes you on a captivating journey through 2,000 years of British history, myth and legend.
From Roman times to...
Flatts Farm
Sat 1 Jul
Peterlee Gardens Safari - Open Garden for NGS
Peterlee is opening about 8 of its prettiest gardens together with its well-managed allotments and the colourful grounds of Shotton Hall. While some...
Peterlee Gardens Safari, Peterlee
Sun 9 Jul
Childrens Fun Day
Rosedale Car & Van Leasing are holding a Childrens Fun Day.
We have "Once Upon a Dream" hosting a princess party with games and sing-a-longs,...
Springwell Village Hall, Fell Rd, Gateshead
Sat 15 Jul
Watch for Whales and Dolphins
Sea Watch Foundations’ annual National Whale and Dolphin Watch.
Take part by recording and reporting your sightings, all you need is a pen and some sightings forms.
Saturday 29th July - Sunday August 6th
