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Durham, The Culture County
Search Summary
Search Summary
- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 73
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Featured Events
Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
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
LGBTQIA+ Object Trail - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
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+.
Dates
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- 1 May 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail at Raby Castle Park and Gardens
Type
Type:
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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- 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
Father Christmas at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Experience the Magic of Christmas with Father Christmas in Raby Castle’s Barons’ Hall.
Venue
Dates
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- 13 Dec 2025to14 Dec 2025
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- 19 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
Festive Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel and Waterfall
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Forest-in-Teesdale
Celebrate the festive season in the heart of the North Pennines National Landscape with our much-loved Festive Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel.
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- 14 Dec 2025Open 16:30 -
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- 21 Dec 2025Open 16:30 -
Frozen Princess Party - The Manor House Hotel & Spa
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in The Great Hall of Arendelle for Afternoon Tea where we will meet Queen Elsa, Princess Anna & Holly the elf
Dates
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- 14 Dec 2025Open 15:00 - 19:00
Raby Castle at Christmas
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Step back in time to experience a traditional family Christmas at Raby Castle.
Venue
Dates
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- 14 Dec 2025
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- 17 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
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- 29 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
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- 2 Jan 2026to4 Jan 2026
Festive Stargazing Suppers at High Force Hotel and Waterfall
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Forest-in-Teesdale
A festive evening of magical stargazing and delicious three course meal.
Dates
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- 19 Dec 2025to20 Dec 2025Open 20:30 -
Christmas Lunch - The Manor House Hotel & Spa
Type
Type:
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.
Dates
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- 25 Dec 2025Open 12:30 - 14:30
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.
Dates
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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
Type
Type:
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…
Dates
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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
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
Ongoing Events
Snow White Pantomime 2025 - The Witham
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Barnard Castle
Join us for a magical and hilarious adventure in the classic pantomime ‘Snow White’ at The Witham in Barnard Castle, brought to life by Tom Rolfe Productions!
Dates
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- 15 Dec 2025Open 13:00 -
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- 19 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
Dark Sky Astronomy and Stargazing - Grassholme Observatory
Type
Type:
Stargazing Events
nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Dates
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- 17 Dec 2025Open 20:00 - 23:00
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- 19 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 20:00 - 23:00
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.
Dates
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- 18 Dec 2025Open 10:30 - 12:00
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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
Bublé & Bubbles - Party Night
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Join Alex Hall as he swoons the night away with a tribute to Michael Buble.
Dates
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- 19 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
Wicked Brunch
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland
Join us for a spellbinding fusion of pop perfection and Broadway magic.
Dates
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- 20 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
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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- 30 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
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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
New Years Eve Gala Dinner
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in the grandeur of the Knights Hall to celebrate the arrival of 2025! We will be asking everyone to dress to impress. Arrive at 7pm to a canapes and fizz reception, enjoy a delicious meal served at 8pm, then party the night away with our…
Dates
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- 31 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00
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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- 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
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