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Durham, The Culture County
Search Summary
Search Summary
- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 59
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Featured Events
Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
Type
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Discover the timeless elegance, craftsmanship and innovation of Joséphine Bowes’ textile collection.
Dates
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- 22 Mar 2025to1 Mar 2026
Spotlight Tour - Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
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.
Dates
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- 5 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 11:30
Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
Type
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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- 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
Ongoing Events
Funny Way To Be Comedy: Carl Hutchinson - Greatest Hits!
Type
Type:
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Join Carl as he celebrates 10 years of touring as he presents his best and favourite routines from over the years.
Dates
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- 31 Jan 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Jo Pickering Students - The Witham
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Professional artist and tutor Jo Pickering has been teaching art classes at The Witham for the past 5 years. Her classes are very popular and students have enjoyed working in a variety of media from drawing, watercolour and oil painting. These are…
Dates
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- 3 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
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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- 4 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
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- 22 Feb 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00
Funny Way To Be Comedy: Gavin Webster - The Gathering Of The Gav
Type
Type:
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Gavin Webster is back on tour again, this time with his acclaimed Edinburgh show 'The Gathering Of The Gav' with brand new routines added to it to make it an unforgettable theatre experience.
Dates
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- 6 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory
Type
Type:
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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- 7 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
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- 21 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
Front Row Talks: Gillian Smellie
Type
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Talks
Barnard Castle
The fashion industry plays a significant role in the climate crisis and is often guilty of greenwashing. Join Gillian Smellie for an enlightening talk on ethical fashion and discover how intentional choices can help you adopt a more sustainable…
Dates
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- 8 Feb 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
Sound Bath & Meditation Session - Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Wellness Event
Staindrop
Experience a profound and restorative Sound Bath & Meditation session under the expert guidance of Stephen, a highly qualified meditation instructor, set within the tranquil and historic surroundings of Raby Castle. This one-hour session offers an…
Dates
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- 8 Feb 2026
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- 8 Mar 2026
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- 12 Apr 2026
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- 10 May 2026
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- 14 June 2026
Funny Way To Be Comedy: Simon Brodkin - Work In Progress
Type
Type:
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Hot off the back of his smash hit UK tour, and three incredible, sold-out nights at London's Hammersmith Apollo, Simon Brodkin is back and better than ever!
Dates
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- 10 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball - Manor House Hotel & Spa, West Auckland
Type
Type:
Valentines Day
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Step into a night of mystery and thrill at our Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball, co-hosted by the one and only Dean Midas! This exclusive event is inspired by the chilling, award-winning short slasher films shot in the same building by Dean Midas…
Dates
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- 13 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 00:00
Funny Way To Be Comedy: Paul Sinha - 2 Sinha Lifetime
Type
Type:
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Paul celebrated his 30th anniversary in stand-up last year and despite his continued quiz successes, his Radio 4 series, and his decision to write a memoir, rather than a hastily patched together murder mystery, Paul is not ready to exit the stage…
Dates
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- 13 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
Bowes Lates
Type
Type:
Festival
The Bowes Museum is inviting visitors to step inside after hours for the first in a series of Bowes Lates, a new way to enjoy a cultural evening of art, food and more in a relaxed atmosphere. The event takes place on Saturday, 14 February 2026, from…
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026
Galentine's Bottomless Brunch - Manor House Hotel & Spa
Type
Type:
Valentines Day
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Who says Valentine's Day is just for couples? This year, we are celebrating the true loves of your life—your best friends!
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026Open 12:00 - 16:00
The High Force Space Adventure Trail
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Children/Family events
Forest-in-Teesdale
Spark your little one's curiosity on all things astronomy and space, whilst reaping the benefits of the outdoors in the beautiful setting of High Force Hotel & Waterfall. It is the perfect way to explore the wonders of the night sky, during the day!
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to29 Mar 2026
The Plotters' Forest Dragon Quest - Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Children/Family events
Staindrop
February Half Term Fun at The Plotters’ Forest Adventure Playground.
Step into a world of wonder on our brand-new Dragon Quest, weaved amongst the winding paths of our Christmas tree plantation. This family-friendly adventure invites little…
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to29 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
The Servant School at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Family Fun
Staindrop
Wanted: Half Term Helpers. This February Half Term we are looking for little ones to join us here at Raby Castle, Park & Gardens for Servant School as you discover what life was really like behind the scenes as a castle servant.
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to1 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Spiers & Boden - "Boden The Showman, Spiers The Melodeon-Wielding Wizard"
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Music Event
Barnard Castle
Spiers & Boden have been at the forefront of the English traditional folk scene for 25 years both as a ground breaking duo and as founder members of folk phenomenon Bellowhead.
Dates
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- 18 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 22:30
Wedding Open Days - Redworth Hall
Type
Type:
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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- 18 Feb 2026Open 17:00 - 19:00
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- 8 Mar 2026Open 11:00 - 14:00
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