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Durham, The Culture County
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- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 123
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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.
Dates
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- 22 Mar 2025to31 Mar 2026
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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- 1 May 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
S&DR200: Coal, Canals and Carriages: The Story of Raby and the Railways
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Festival
Staindrop
Raby Castle will celebrate the year with stories associated with 19th-century inventions, including the reactions of landowners and farmers to trains, as well as how travel evolved into a privilege for the upper classes from their collections.
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- 28 June 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00
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- 3 July 2025to29 Oct 2025Various Opening Times
Summer Lates at High Force Hotel and Waterfall
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Summer Event
Forest-in-Teesdale
Evenings Just Got Better at High Force Waterfall. Until the 7th of September we are now open daily until 8pm! Giving you more time to unwind, explore, and catch those spectacular sunset views in one of the North East’s most scenic locations.
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- 23 July 2025to7 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 20:00
Bumble Bee Safari Trail - High Force Waterfall
Type
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Children/Family events
Forest in Teesdale
Visit High Force Waterfall this summer and enjoy the Little Bees’ Trail — a brand-new, nature-inspired activity for children, included free with your waterfall admission.
Venue
Dates
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- 28 July 2025to7 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Be You at The Bowes - The Bowes Museum
Type
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Talks
Barnard Castle
Be You at The Bowes is a LGBTQIA+ co-production working group is the first of its kind at the Museum, teaming up with regional partners and working as a community to learn from one another and grow together. The group will investigate…
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- 2 Sept 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 16 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
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- 30 Sept 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 14 Oct 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 28 Oct 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 11 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 25 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 9 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
Discover the Beauty of Art at Raby Castle
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Exhibition
Staindrop
Take a moment to slow down, breathe, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection.…
Dates
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- 2 Sept 2025
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- 7 Oct 2025
Slow Art at Raby Castle
Type
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Historical
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Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection. Each month,…
Dates
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- 2 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
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- 7 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00
Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Type
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Arts & Crafts
Staindrop
Immerse yourself in the calming and creative world of watercolour painting in this 3-hour workshop, perfect for beginners and those looking to develop their skills. Led by an experienced instructor, the session will cover a range of techniques…
Dates
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- 6 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
Special Tour: Raby and The Royal Family - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Type
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Historical
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Raby's hugely popular tour commemorating the castle's historic links with royalty returns for 2025. Beginning with Raby's origins as a manor belonging to King Canute in the early 11th century, we will guide you through almost 1,000 years of Raby's…
Dates
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- 6 Sept 2025Open 10:00 -
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- 11 Oct 2025Open 10:00 -
Wolsingham Show 2025
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Agricultural Show
Wolsingham
Celebrate the county’s farming life at England’s oldest and Durham’s biggest open-air Agricultural show. A jam-packed weekend of family-friendly entertainment.
Dates
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- 6 Sept 2025to7 Sept 2025
Deer Park Safari - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Outdoor Adventure Activities
Staindrop
Enjoy a scenic tour of Raby Castle's extensive Deer Park, guided by a knowledgeable ranger who will share fascinating insights about the deer and the park's history.
Dates
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- 17 Sept 2025Open 10:30 -
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- 22 Oct 2025Open 10:30 -
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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- 18 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 11:30
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- 23 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 11:30
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- 27 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 11:30
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- 5 Feb 2026Open 11:00 - 11:30
LGBTQIA+ Tour
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Explore the Bowes’ collection in a captivating new tour for 2025, highlighting a selection of objects and artworks with LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual) stories spanning from Ancient Greece to the 20th…
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- 26 Sept 2025Open 15:00 - 15:30
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- 31 Oct 2025Open 15:00 - 15:30
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- 28 Nov 2025Open 15:00 - 15:30
Bark in the Park - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Dog-Friendly
Staindrop
Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Bark in the Park this September!
Dates
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- 28 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
Showcase Events - The Manor House Hotel & Spa
Type
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Wedding Fairs and Events
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
You are invited to attend our showcase events, where you will be able to experience the Manor Houses charm and energy, dressed using our own table decorations, blossom trees, candelabras and chivari sashed chairs so you can imagine your becoming a…
Dates
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- 9 Oct 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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- 13 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
Morning Sound Bath and Meditation at Raby Castle
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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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- 12 Oct 2025Open 10:00 -
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- 8 Nov 2025Open 10:00 -
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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- 18 Oct 2025Open 19:00 -
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- 25 Oct 2025Open 19:00 -
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- 15 Nov 2025Open 18:00 -
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- 22 Nov 2025Open 18:00 -
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- 13 Dec 2025Open 18:00 -
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- 17 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
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- 24 Jan 2026Open 18:00 -
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.
Dates
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- 21 Oct 2025to22 Oct 2026
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- 24 Oct 2025
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- 20 Nov 2025
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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
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
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- 15 Nov 2025to16 Nov 2025
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- 22 Nov 2025to23 Nov 2025
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- 29 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025
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- 3 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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- 6 Dec 2025to7 Dec 2025
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- 10 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
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- 13 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
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- 17 Dec 2025to23 Dec 2025
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- 29 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
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- 1 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
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