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Durham, The Culture County
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- Location: Durham City
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Number of results: 138
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Featured Events
Shakespeare Recovered: Durham's First Folio - Palace Green Library
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Exhibition
Durham
This year, our iconic book takes centre stage at Palace Green Library.
Dates
- From:
- 4 Apr 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
S&DR200 - All Change
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Exhibition
South Road, Durham City
Through authentic voices from letters, diaries, court papers, and other day-to-day records from their collections, The Story will uncover the impact of the Stockton & Darlington Railway on the socio-economic fabric of the region.
Dates
- From:
- 25 May 2025to26 Jan 2026
Way Back When: 1940s Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Historical
Durham
Way Back When: 1940s is back for its fifth instalment on Saturday 5 & Sunday 6 July 2025!
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2025to6 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Magna Carta and the North - Durham Cathedral
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Exhibition
Durham City
800 years after the 1225 Magna Carta was issued, this exhibition will feature all six documents, exploring why Durham Cathedral came to have them, what they meant for life in the north of England, and their continuing importance today.
Dates
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- 11 July 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 10:00 -
Durham Fringe Festival 2025
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Festival
Durham City
Between 23rd and 27th July 2025, Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts across nine Durham City Centre venues. Audiences will be invited to explore over 110 unique acts across a programme of 270+ performances. Genres…
Dates
- From:
- 23 July 2025to27 July 2025
MG Car Display - Durham University Botanic Garden
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Show / Display
Durham
The Durham MG & Classic Car Club was formed in 2001 for local car enthusiasts interested in MG cars, both classic and modern. This informal gathering will showcase cars representing models produced from the late 1940s through to the early 2000s.
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- 3 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
The HandleBards: Shakespeare's 'Much Ado About Nothing' (Outdoor Theatre) - Wharton Park
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Theatre
Durham
The HandleBards return to Wharton Park in summer 2025. Make the most of the early bird offer, tickets make a great Christmas gift. Book here for The Handlebards. - make the most of the early bird offer - visit and search for Wharton Park.
Dates
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- 15 Aug 2025Open 18:30 -
Ushaw Classic Car and Bike Show - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Show / Display
Durham
Ushaw Classic Car & Bike Show returns for more motoring madness on Saturday 24 May 2025. Featuring hundreds of vintage and classic vehicles, live music, trade stalls and family friendly activities. What’s better than one Ushaw Classic Car & Bike…
Dates
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- 31 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Durham Brick Show Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Type:
Show / Display
Durham
On the weekend of Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September 2025, feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at Durham Brick Show.
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- 13 Sept 2025to14 Sept 2025
Viking Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Family Fun
Durham
On Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 September head to Ushaw for their Viking Weekend where history comes alive!
Dates
- From:
- 27 Sept 2025to28 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Faith in the North: Lord’s Prayer Tour - Durham Cathedral
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Religious Event
The College, Durham
Hear the Lord's Prayer and teachings, as part of the Faith in the North tour as The Archbishop of York, Stephen Cottrell visits all twelve dioceses in the Northern Province of the Church of England.
Dates
- From:
- 3 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
S&DR200 Presents WOW North East (Women of the World) International Festival
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Performance
Durham City
The first ever WOW Festival in the north-east of England will be packed with unmissable talks and performances, celebrating achievements and stories from women, girls, and non-binary people from the region and beyond.
Dates
- From:
- 17 Oct 2025to18 Oct 2025
Jack and the Beanstalk - Gala Durham
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Pantomimes
Durham City
Join Jack and his friends as we are transported to a land of magical creatures and a very hungry Giant.
Dates
- From:
- 20 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
Big Bang: A Summer Space Day - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Children/Family events
Durham
On Saturday 28 June 2025, prepare for lift-off! Ushaw is blasting into orbit for a one-day cosmic celebration of science, space and summer fun like no other.
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Ongoing Events
Loot by Joe Orton: A Comedy
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Theatre
Fowlers Yard, Durham
Burying Mrs McLeavy should be a dignified affair, so how does a stash of cash come into proceedings?
Dates
- From:
- 30 June 2025to4 July 2025Open 19:30 -
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- 5 July 2025Open 14:30 -
Janice Hutchinson - Durham University Botanic Garden
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Type:
Exhibition
Durham
Janice Hutchinson, a local artist based in County Durham, resides with her husband Ian, who recently retired from Durham University. She draws inspiration from the beautiful landscapes, meadows, pastures and coastline of the area.
Dates
- From:
- 1 July 2025to28 July 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30
World Heritage Site Tours
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Heritage Walks
Durham City
Immerse yourself in the history of Durham by taking part into a guided tour around the World Heritage Site.
Dates
- From:
- 4 July 2025to6 July 2025Various Opening Times
Durham Singers' Concert "Only in Sleep"
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Concert
Brancepeth
In their summer concert 2025, the Durham Singers will perform music for Evening prayer.
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2025Open 19:30 - 21:30
Merryoaks Community Hall Coffee Morning
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Local Events
Durham
Come and meet others in your local community, in the warm and accessible surroundings of Merryoaks Community Hall. See what is available, and let us know what you would like to see happening at the Hall. Along with the chance for a cuppa, some cake…
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2025Open 11:00 - 12:00
Ride the Wave at The Oriental Museum
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Type:
Children/Family events
Durham City
Spot the boats in the museum and make 3D sea sculpture.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 5 July 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
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