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Heritage Open Days
Newbiggin, Barnard Castle
See how people lived and used the landscape of Upper Teesdale over the last 10,000 years! At this free open weekend as part of the Heritage Open Days there is a display of recent finds by Altogether Archaeology and a guided walk and a talk each day.
Agricultural Show
St. Johns Chapel
The Weardale Show returns on Saturday 31st August 2024.
Outdoor Event
Staindrop
Join Stephen, a top qualified meditation instructor, at the enchanting Raby Castle for a transformative half-day meditation course!
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Join us for this free family friendly event at Bowlees Visitor Centre on Tuesday 28 May, 11am to 1pm, and discover the amazing underwater life of a stream.
Music Event
Blanchland
Faye is a firm favourite at the Lord Crewe, with an extremely varied repertoire spanning from the 60s to modern day charts, she is sure to cater for all tastes of music. Kick off your shoes and relax in our garden from 3pm until 5pm.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
An opportunity for anyone over the age of 5 years to try out new techniques, materials and experiment with our team of artists, makers and designers.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Alligator Gumbo are an exciting 7 piece band playing jazz from the hey-day of the New Orleans swing/jazz era, in particular the "roaring 20s".
Workshop
Staindrop
Nothing says Spring like a fresh bouquet of flowers and why not learn along the way how to make the most of fresh seasonal flowers at our Spring Floral Workshop?
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Birds are the focal point for this group show which takes inspiration from the ornithologist, photographer and former Barnard Castle School pupil Bentley Beetham, who took part in the 1924 British Mount Everest expedition.
Heritage
Staindrop
These exclusive events at Raby Castle highlight stories of some of the fascinating women who once walked our halls. From the familiar history of Cecily Neville, known as the 'Rose of Raby', to the lesser-known experiences of the women who worked in…
Nature
Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
A guided tour of Widdybank pastures and wildflower meadows. Over 30 species of bird have been seen on this route including ring ouzel, raven and black grouse!
Concert
Barnard Castle
A night of songs and stories laced with North east humour and humanity.
Food Events
Blanchland
Join our Chefs in the Gatehouse for a fantastic demo of this month's dish – you'll learn all the best tips and tricks for recreating at home in your own kitchen. Following the demo you'll get to sit down for lunch and enjoy our chefs' fantastic…
Music Event
Barnard Castle
In answer to overwhelming support, former members of John Coghlan's Quo – Mick Hughes, Rick Chase, Pete Mace and Russ Chadd have reformed under the name of QUO CONNECTION in order to begin the next chapter.
Show / Display
Staindrop
Join us for a day of Classic Cars at Raby Castle!
Walking Event
Westgate
Join us for a guided walk through a historic landscape at a relaxed pace on the last Saturday of each month.
Outdoor Event
Staindrop
We've invited yoga teacher, breath work coach and soon to be physiotherapist Georgie, to take you through a rejuvenating session of movement and breath, alongside an educational talk on how stress busting techniques can help you harness some of…
Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Adder-ation is a family friendly event being held at Bowlees Visitor Centre on Sunday 26 May, 1pm to 4pm.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Free Monster Trucks with free admission, whilst other shows charge to get in, ours is totally free. It's the original, biggest and best in the North East - so pop it in your diary and give the whole family a fantastic day out on Saturday the 27th…
Workshop
Staindrop
Join us in the Servants Hall at Raby Castle for a creative and engaging Spring Wreath Workshop. Immerse yourself in the spirit of the season as you craft your very own Spring-inspired wreath, perfect for adorning your home with a touch of natural…
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