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Embrace the enchantment of winter with our curated selection of winter events in Durham.
From festive markets to seasonal performances, immerse yourself in the magic of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the joy of celebration as you explore Durham's winter events. Plan your winter break filled with unforgettable experiences and festive delights.
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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
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.
Pantomimes
Durham City
In a small village of Durham lives Belle renowned for her brains and beauty far and wide.
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Castle’s dazzling new light trail will illuminate the skies of Bishop Auckland this Christmas.
Markets
Middleton-in-Teesdale
Farmers' Market taking place on the 4th Saturday of the month, lots of local suppliers.
Outdoor Event
Seaham
Mental Health Swims is an award-winning, mental health peer support community. The regular dip at Seaham takes place on the last Sunday of every month - booking required.
Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham City
A small am dram group enlists a fading Hollywood star to play King Lear and help save their theatre.
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…
Pantomimes
Consett
Packed full of adventure, fun, dazzling costumes, hit songs, audience participation, and all your favourite characters – Leah Bell and company return in 2024 to present the most magical fairy tale of them all – Cinderella. You’ll really have a…
Christmas Markets
Durham Market Place, Durham City
Durham Christmas Festival will return on 6th to 8th December 2024 – the perfect combination of Christmas shopping and seasonal entertainment in the unique and stunning setting that is Durham City Centre.
Festival
Seaham
December brings us the Winter Solstice, or Yule, with the shortest daylight hours of the year and the depth of winter. This is the birth of the New Year and another turn of the Wheel, as the light increases from this point forward.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Stanley
Combining a luxury country location, stunning décor, and sensational backdrops, South Causey Inn offers an unmatched setting for the most perfect of wedding celebrations.
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