Streets of Play 2009

What’s On

Durham has a packed year-round calendar - from exhibitions to world-class events and festivals, and from live music concerts to sporting events. Whether you choose to visit Durham City, the Durham Dales, Vale of Durham or Durham Coast - there is certain to be something happening to enhance your experience.

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  1. Fabulous Felting

    Fabulous Felting

    Find out about the gruesome fate of Henry VIII’s wives and make Tudor characters. Activities between 1pm to 3pm.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Apr 2012 To 9 Apr 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Location:

    Durham City

  2. Fairy Tale Week at Crook Hall

    Fairy Tale Week at Crook Hall

    Meet your favourite fairy tale characters, including Little Red Riding Hood, the Big Bad Wolf and Snow White. Discover a Beautiful oasis of peace and tranquillity in the heart of Durham City.

    Dates

    From:
    3 Jun 2012 To 7 Jun 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Venue:

    Crook Hall and Gardens, Durham City

    Location:

    Durham City

  3. Family Fun Day - Wild Animal

    The Bowes Museum

    Go wild at this fun packed day of drop in activities for all the family.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Feb 2012 To 14 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Venue:

    The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

    Location:

    Barnard Castle

  4. Family Fun Day at Raby Castle

    Raby Castle

    Celebrate the start of the summer holidays! Bouncy castle, lots of garden games, have-a-go archery, and a special treasure trial, all in the beautiful walled gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Jul 2012 To 29 Jul 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Venue:

    Raby Castle, Staindrop

    Location:

    Staindrop

  5. Family Tree Walk

    Durham County Council Guided Walk

    Family tree walk
    1.5 miles EASY ACCESS
    Darryl Cox – Head Countryside Ranger
    Start: Visitor Centre, Hardwick Park, on A177 on west side of Sedgefield.
    GR NZ346287 OS map 93, Explorer 305
    Buses: Any bus to Sedgefield, then walk

    Dates

    From:
    15 Feb 2012 To 15 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Guided Walk
    Location:

    Sedgefield

  6. Family Woodland Sculpture

    making a woodland sculpture at Killhope

    Family Woodland Sculpture.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Aug 2012 To 12 Aug 2012
    Type:
    Show / Display
    Venue:

    Killhope, The North of England Lead Mining Museum, Cowshill

  7. Farmers Market: Durham City

    The farmers market is held the 3rd Thursday of every month in the Market Place.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Feb 2012 To 16 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Sale
    Location:

    Durham City

  8. Fascinating Aida

    Britain's raciest, sassiest and most successful female musical comedy cabaret act bring this brand new show to the Gala with a whole host fo brand new songs.

    Dates

    From:
    11 Mar 2012 To 11 Mar 2012
    Type:
    Performance
    Location:

    Durham City

  9. Father's Day Ghost Hunt at Crook Hall

    Father's Day Ghost Hunt at Crook Hall

    Treat your dad to a haunting experience at Crook Hall. Mums can come too.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Jun 2012 To 17 Jun 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Venue:

    Crook Hall and Gardens, Durham City

    Location:

    Durham City

  10. Father's Day Lunch

    Beamish Hall

    Celebrate this Father’s Day with a 3 course lunch. Bookings from 12:30pm.
    Adults - 1 course @ £9.95, 2 courses @ £13.95, 3 courses @ £16.95.
    Children (3-12yrs) - 1 course @ £4.50, 2 courses @ £6.95, 3 courses @ £8.45.
    Under 3yrs complimentary.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Jun 2012 To 17 Jun 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Location:

    Beamish

  11. February Half Term - Silksworth Project

    Silksworth Evictions

    In the winter of 1890 and 1891 the mining community of Silksworth was the setting of a unique and remarkable series of events: The Silksworth Evictions. During half term, local community groups will come together to commemorate the event.

    Dates

    From:
    11 Feb 2012 To 19 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Festival
    Venue:

    Beamish Museum, Beamish

    Location:

    Beamish

  12. Ferryhill Carrs - past, present and future

    Durham County Council Guided Walk

    Ferryhill Carrs – past, present and future
    2 miles MEDIUM
    John Olley – Countryside Ranger
    Start: Duncombe cemetery car park, Cleves Avenue, Ferryhill.
    GR NZ301322 OS map 93, Explorer 305
    Buses: Any bus to Ferryhill Linden Rd

    Dates

    From:
    11 Feb 2012 To 11 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Guided Walk
    Location:

    Ferryhill

  13. Fizzy Afternoon Tea

    Beamish Hall

    Treat yourself to a luxury afternoon this August complete with Sparkling Wine on arrival and a Cookery Demonstration from Beamish Hall’s very own Head Chef.
    2pm - Reception drink on arrival, 2:30pm - Afternoon Tea, 3:30pm - Cookery Demonstration.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Aug 2012 To 7 Aug 2012
    Type:
    Participatory Event
    Location:

    Beamish

  14. Four Disused Railway Lines and a Roman Road

    Durham County Council Guided Walk

    Four disused railway lines and a Roman road
    7 miles MEDIUM
    Meet in car park at 11am, walk leaves from the Locomotion Welcome Centre at 11.15am
    Ian Gray – Voluntary Countryside Ranger
    Start: Locomotion car park ‘A’, off Redworth Road, Shildon.

    Dates

    From:
    18 Mar 2012 To 18 Mar 2012
    Type:
    Guided Walk
    Location:

    Shildon

  15. From here to Bishop Middleham

    Durham County Council Guided Walk

    From here to Bishop Middleham
    5.5 miles EASY
    Richie Bell – Countryside Ranger
    Start: Town centre car park, opposite St Edmund’s Church, Sedgefield.
    GR NZ357289 OS map 93, Explorer 305
    Buses: any bus to Sedgefield village
    Packed lunch needed

    Dates

    From:
    9 Feb 2012 To 9 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Guided Walk
    Location:

    Sedgefield

  16. Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Take three fine and funny comedians, one MC and 100 of the finest North East folks. And why not spice things up with a pre-show curry (from 6.00pm)? Just book your place when you pay for your tickets.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Feb 2012 To 10 Feb 2012
    Type:
    Performance
    Location:

    Durham City

  17. Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Take three fine and funny comedians, one MC and 100 of the finest North East folks. And why not spice things up with a pre-show curry (from 6.00pm)? Just book your place when you pay for your tickets.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Mar 2012 To 16 Mar 2012
    Type:
    Performance
    Location:

    Durham City

  18. Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Funny Bones Comedy Club

    Take three fine and funny comedians, one MC and 100 of the finest North East folks. And why not spice things up with a pre-show curry (from 6.00pm)? Just book your place when you pay for your tickets.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Apr 2012 To 20 Apr 2012
    Type:
    Performance
    Location:

    Durham City

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