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Embrace the beauty of autumn with our curated selection of autumn events in Durham.
From harvest festivals to scenic walks, immerse yourself in the rich colors and flavors of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the charm of autumnal traditions as you explore Durham's autumn events. Plan your autumn getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of serenity amidst the changing landscapes.
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Nature
Seaham
Start your week relaxing in nature, with guided mindful practices to soothe body, mind and soul. Two hours in the beautiful surroundings of Dalton Moor Farm, beside Murton, Seaham.
Children/Family events
Durham City
See our fabulous Korean Moon Jar - then create a mini one from clay.
Agricultural Show
Stanhope
Visit this wonderful agricultural show and enjoy a great day out for the whole family.
Exhibition
Durham
Bringing you more in ’24, on the weekend of Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 September, feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at the inaugural Ushaw Brick Show.
Markets
Wynyard
The Northern Dales Farmers Market returns to the picturesque Walled Garden at Wynyard Hall throughout 2024. From 9 am to 2 pm every third Sunday of the month, immerse yourself in a vibrant showcase of local flavour, as passionate suppliers,…
Children/Family events
Seaham
Musical Mayhem is a monthly Monday morning one hour long session for families with pre-school or home schooled children to enjoy.
Historical
Staindrop
Professor Alec Ryrie: Faith & Fraud in Tudor England | Monday 16th September | 7pm | £12.00 Henry Neville, 5th Earl of Westmorland, and his Sorcerer: Faith and Fraud in Tudor England.
Outdoor Event
Dalton le Dale, Seaham
Share the magic of the Full Moon with like minded Earthlings gathered around the fire in the sacred circle set in one of our beautiful meadows in the Embrace of Nature at Dalton Moor Farm, Seaham
Historical
Durham
Come and enjoy free history tours of Durham Market Hall, hosted by local historian and archivist, David Butler.
Festival
Seaham
In 2024 we are marking the four quarters of the Wheel of the Year with small Festival-style celebrations, on the weekend nearest to the actual date of each festival.
Children/Family events
Middleton In Teesdale, Barnard Castle
Learn about the secret life of mammals at this family fun event. We will explore mammal habitat around High Force checking our camera traps as we go.
Children/Family events
Durham City
See the magnificent horse on display in the China Gallery and make a hobby horse.
Master Class
Wynyard
Discover the secrets of timeless beauty at the exclusive Charlotte Tilbury Masterclass, hosted at Wynyard Hall. In partnership with Charlotte Tilbury, Fenwick.
Workshop
Lanchester
Join us and Adeline and Twine for a relaxing afternoon of knotting and being creative and learn how to create a beautiful macrame plant hanger.
Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham City
Margaret, a widow, has a visiting American tourist thrown into her life, but will it be for better or worse?
Sporting Event
Chester le Street
The England men’s and women’s cricket teams will return to Durham’s Seat Unique Riverside stadium in 2024 with two one day internationals against stellar opposition.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Darlington
Take the opportunity to view one of our suites at leisure, fully set and dressed for your perfect wedding day and meet our Wedding Co-ordinator. Theres no need to book, just turn up any time between 6.00pm and 7.30pm. Whatever your dream wedding…
Markets
Middleton-in-Teesdale
Farmers' Market taking place on the 4th Saturday of the month, lots of local suppliers.
Children/Family events
Durham City
Find out about Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year festival, and make a shofar musical instrument.
Children/Family events
Chester le Street
Free Family Fun for kids with type 1 diabetes.
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