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Summer Event
Seaham
Join us as we celebrate Summer at Seaham Hall. Enjoy sea views, live music and a delicious BBQ hosted in the ground of our stunning Georgian house.
A perfect Summers Afternoon ...
Guided Walk
Port Clarence, Middlesbrough
Want to get more out of your visit to RSPB Saltholme? We offer group guided walks! We can tailor the walk route and topic(s) to suit your group.
Children/Family events
Murton
Join us for a spellbinding adventure this July and August as The Hole in Wand brings a touch of enchantment to Dalton Park with their Summer of Magic. Across selected dates, enjoy magical live magician performances and face painting for little…
Wellness Event
Seaham
Start Your Day with calm intention and gentle awareness in our mindful morning session, where breath, movement, and stillness come together to set the tone for a graceful and peaceful day.
Talks
Seaham
Join local historian Diane Rowe for a talk on the history and geography of the Hawthorn settlement from the 880s to the present day.
Walking Event
Port Clarence, Middlesbrough
It's not just birds you can see at RSPB Saltholme- we are a haven for a huge array of wildlife, including many Dragonfly species!
Family Fun
Murton
As part of its exciting summer programme, Dalton Park is proud to partner with Curious Arts to present Mini Pride – a vibrant, family-friendly celebration of creativity, self-expression and inclusivity.
Christmas and New Year
Peterlee
GET READY, PETERLEE! ✨
The most festive night of the year is coming to the Peterlee Pavilion – it's the CHRISTMAS CABARET NIGHT and you do not want to miss it!
Guided Walk
Explore rocky headlands, wildflower meadows and secluded bays with a ranger. Discover local wildlife, including birds, butterflies, moths, and fungi. Try out specialist equipment like binoculars, moth traps and bat detectors. Be a part of monitoring…
Exhibition
Seaham
Loosely, the grid point in question will be that of the EDAN Gallery.
Halloween
Peterlee
Get ready for a spooktacular night of fun at Peterlee's Children's Halloween Party.
Guided Walk
Seaham
An interesting and comprehensive introduction to foraging for beginners and more experienced foragers alike. Approximately 3.5 hours exploring the farm and meeting and eating the characters - the plants that is!
Family Fun
Peterlee
Looking for something exciting to do with the kids this summer? Peterlee Town Council is bringing you FREE Family Fun Days packed with entertainment, activities, and summer vibes!
Exhibition
Seaham
EDAN Artists' Winter Show details TBC
Family Fun
Blackhall Colliery
Join us for a magical day as Princesses and Heroes take over the farm! Dress up as your favourite character and join in with their exciting performances. Face painting will be available throughout the day free of charge!
Markets
Seaham
Seaham Seaside Market is a weekly market held every Friday.
Markets
Murton
Get ready for a weekend of shopping, sunshine and summer vibes at Dalton Park’s Summer Artisan Market
Dance
Peterlee
HOWDY, PETERLEE! Saddle up for the ULTIMATE Country and Western Show — Live music, line dancin', games, prizes, and a FREE glass of Moonshine to get you rollin'!
Exhibition
Seaham
2025 marks the 25th anniversary of the founding of EDAN. We would like to mark this with an exhibition that shows both the range of work that we are currently undertaking and also something of our history.
Wellness Event
Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham
Stand Up Paddle boarding or SUP is a unique way of getting out and exploring the water. It is a fantastic way to get started in the world of paddlesports and suitable for all abilities.
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