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Durham, The Culture County
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- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 70
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Featured Events
Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Discover the timeless elegance, craftsmanship and innovation of Joséphine Bowes’ textile collection.
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- 22 Mar 2025to1 Mar 2026
The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail at Raby Castle Park and Gardens
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Enchanted Christmas Trail at The Plotters’ Forest – Day & Evening Experiences. Step into a world of festive wonder this Christmas.
Venue
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
Raby Castle at Christmas
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Step back in time to experience a traditional family Christmas at Raby Castle.
Venue
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- 2 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
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Type:
Dark Skies
Forest-in-Teesdale
Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.
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- 2 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
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- 12 Feb 2026to15 Feb 2026
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- 20 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026
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- 27 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026
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- 13 Mar 2026to14 Mar 2026
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- 19 Mar 2026to21 Mar 2026
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- 27 Mar 2026to28 Mar 2026
Stargazing at Raby Castle
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Stargazing Events
Staindrop
This exclusive event offers a rare opportunity to explore the night sky under the expert guidance of a professional astronomer. Whether you are an experienced stargazer or a newcomer to astronomy, this session promises to provide valuable insights…
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- 17 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
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- 24 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
Spotlight Tour - Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
Type
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Join Rachel Whitworth, Curator of Fashion & Textiles for an insightful introduction to the new Joséphine: A Woman of Taste and Fashion exhibition.
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- 5 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 11:30
Christmas Lunch - The Manor House Hotel & Spa
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Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in the grandeur of the Knights Hall for Christmas Day Lunch. Arrive from 12.30pm to a bucks fizz reception and take your seats to dine for 1pm.
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Father Christmas at Raby Castle
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Experience the Magic of Christmas with Father Christmas in Raby Castle’s Barons’ Hall.
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LGBTQIA+ Object Trail - The Bowes Museum
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Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Explore The Bowes Museum’s collection through a different lens and learn about the stories and emotions objects hold through the lived experiences of those who identify as LGBTQIA+.
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Ongoing Events
Watch the Deer Feeding in the Park - Raby Castle
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Wellness Event
Staindrop
Witness a Wildlife Spectacle at Raby Castle this Winter.
Watch the feeding unfold as our Estate Ranger drives the tractor through the sweeping parkland. Raby’s magnificent Red and Fallow Deer will emerge from the trees and gather in anticipation of…
Dates
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- 3 Jan 2026to31 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
The Raby Reset: Wellness Foundations at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Wellness Event
Staindrop
Founded by Lucy, a holistic counsellor, meditation teacher, and reiki practitioner, Guid-ed offers transformative experiences that blend science with spirituality integrating somatic healing, mindset work, breathwork, and energy alignment.
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- 4 Jan 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 11 Jan 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
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- 25 Jan 2026
Gardeners' Walk & Talk - Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Wellness Event
Staindrop
Gardeners’ Walk & Talk at Raby Castle – Daily at 12pm. Led by a member of our expert gardening team, this complimentary garden tour offers a relaxed and informative experience, perfect for visitors interested in historic English…
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- 5 Jan 2026to28 Jan 2026
Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory
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Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
Due to popular demand, we have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey!
Dates
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- 10 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
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- 24 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
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- 7 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
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- 21 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
Wedding Open Days - Redworth Hall
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Wedding Fairs and Events
Newton Aycliffe
Join us at Redworth Hall Hotel in County Durham for one of our wedding open days, the perfect chance to explore our stunning spaces, meet our expert team, and start shaping your celebration.
Dates
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- 11 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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- 18 Feb 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
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- 8 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
Wedding Venue Showcase - The Manor House Hotel & Spa
Type
Type:
Wedding Fairs and Events
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
You're Invited to Our Wedding Showcase!
Dreaming of your perfect day? Join us at The Manor House Hotel & Spa, West Auckland for an exclusive Wedding Showcase! Explore our stunning venue, meet our expert wedding team, and discover everything we…
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- 18 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Jupiter The Giant Planet - Grassholme Observatory
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Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
On these dark starry nights, we are treated to a planetary delight as this celestial heavyweight lines up for our telescopes.
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- 23 Jan 2026to24 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
Stephen K Amos "Now We're Talking!"
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Comedy
Barnard Castle
The gloves are off and he's packing a punchline, so let's speak easy and laugh freely.
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- 23 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
Burns Night Supper - Manor House Hotel & Spa
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Children/Family events
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us for an unforgettable Burns Night Supper at The Manor House Hotel & Spa!
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- 24 Jan 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
Aurora Night - Grassholme Observatory
Type
Type:
Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
The event will begin with a personal welcome from our astronomer, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer, and founder of the Kielder Observatory, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years.
Dates
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- 25 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
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- 4 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
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- 22 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
Sam Avery "Thunderstorm"
Type
Type:
Comedy
Barnard Castle
In his trademark punchy style, Sam takes you on a whirlwind journey through the chaos of the modern.
Dates
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- 30 Jan 2026Open 20:00 - 22:00
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