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Durham, The Culture County
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- Location: Durham Dales
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Number of results: 122
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Featured Events
Fireside Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force
Type
Type:
Food Events
Forest-in-Teesdale, Durham
Monday - Saturday Celebrate in the heart of Upper Teesdale with our cosy Fireside Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel.
Dates
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- 23 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest
Type
Type:
October Half Term
Bedburn , Hamsterley Forest
This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun.
Dates
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- 28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Stay and Play at High Force Hotel and Barnard Castle Golf Club
Type
Type:
Golf Events
Forest-in-Teesdale,
Nestled in the stunning countryside of Teesdale, Barnard Castle Golf Club offers an unforgettable golfing experience in the heart of the North East.
Dates
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- 18 Apr 2026to31 Dec 2026
Norman Cornish: A Life in Sketchbooks - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Step inside the working imagination of Norman Cornish in this intimate exhibition, bringing together finished drawings, paintings and watercolours alongside the preparatory sketches that shaped them.
Dates
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- 27 June 2026to3 Jan 2027
Discover Big Library - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
Type
Type:
Historical
Durham
Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026) as we celebrate the 175th anniversary of one of Britain’s most extraordinary historic libraries.
Dates
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- 3 July 2026to4 Dec 2026
Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum is a major partnership between The Bowes Museum and the Musée d'Art Moderne André Malraux (MuMa), Le Havre.
Dates
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- 26 Sept 2026to14 Mar 2027Open 10:00 - 17:00
Land-Shaping Legacies
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Land Shaping-Legacies explores how artists, collectors, curators and communities have shaped the way we see County Durham and the surrounding region. Bringing together prints, paintings, ceramics, everyday objects and co-created community works, the…
Venue
Dates
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- 3 Nov 2026to1 Apr 2027Open 10:30 - 16:00
Late Night Christmas Shopping Evening
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Forest in Teesdale, Staindrop
Join us at the Christmas Emporium & Coach House Shop here at Raby Castle, Park & Gardens for an exciting evening of Christmas shopping in a truly magical atmosphere. This evening offers the perfect chance to find unique gifts, handcrafted treasures,…
Venue
Dates
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- 12 Nov 2026Open 16:00 - 19:00
Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman - Weardale Railway
Type
Type:
Heritage
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
Travel behind the legendary Flying Scotsman this November from Darlington to Stanhope on the Weardale Railway with Fox & Edwards Events. Step on board at the historic station of Darlington and travel along the branch line to Bishop Auckland, passing…
Dates
- From:
- 13 Nov 2026to15 Nov 2026Open 08:40 - 17:45
Christmas Family Explorer
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Make magical memories this Christmas with one simple, all-inclusive ticket. Step into The Enchanted Forest, immerse yourself in Raby Castle at Christmas & enjoy the Deer Park & Walled Gardens.
Dates
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- 14 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 10:00 - 14:00
Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Celebrate Christmas with a touch of elegance at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, with a Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery, overlooking the magnificent Raby Castle.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Raby Castle at Christmas
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Raby Castle is opening it’s doors for Christmas for the second time in five decades to showcase the castle decorated for Christmas, designed by custodian and creative director, Lady Barnard.
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 11:00 - 16:00
Stargazing at Raby Castle
Type
Type:
Stargazing Events
Staindrop
History Meets The Heavens. Step Into the Past… and Look to the Stars. Experience the magic of the night sky in one of the North East’s most iconic settings. Set within the historic grounds of Raby Castle, this unique stargazing event pairs centuries…
Dates
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- 14 Nov 2026
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- 12 Dec 2026
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- 9 Jan 2027
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- 13 Feb 2027
The Mischievous Elves of High Force Waterfall
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Forest In Teesdale, Barnard Castle
This Christmas, step into a world of festive magic at High Force Waterfall. As you wander through the enchanting woodland trail, you’ll discover that something has gone terribly wrong…
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2026to1 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
The Plotters’ Forest Enchanted Christmas Trail
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Step into a world of festive wonder this Christmas with the Enchanted Christmas Trail at The Plotters’ Forest, located within the stunning surroundings of Raby Castle, Park & Gardens. Twinkling lights, joyful music, and magical touches throughout…
Dates
- From:
- 14 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Various Opening Times
Wedding Venue Showcase
Type
Type:
Wedding Fairs and Events
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us for an inspiring afternoon to explore our beautifully dressed venue and meet the team who can bring your wedding vision to life. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, discover how we can create a day that feels uniquely yours.
Dates
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- 15 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
Raby Christmas Trees
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Real Christmas Trees at Raby. There’s nothing quite like the scent of a real Christmas tree to fill your home with festive cheer.
Dates
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- 19 Nov 2026to24 Dec 2026
Festive Flashback Party Night
Type
Type:
Christmas and New Year
West Auckland, Bishop Auckland
Join us in The Knights Hall for our Retro Christmas Celebration. After enjoying 2 courses from our Christmas Fayre menu, we will take you back to dance through the decades with everything from the 70s hits to 00s classics. Step out in style, with a…
Dates
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- 20 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
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- 4 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
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- 18 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
Bowes Lates - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum's late-night event returns on for an atmospheric evening of art, creativity and culture after hours. Visitors can explore the museum at night and choose from creative workshops inspired by the museum's three current exhibitions,…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 21 Nov 2026Open 18:00 - 21:30
Bowes Lates: Brush & Bubbles - The Bowes Museum
Type
Type:
Arts & Crafts
Barnard Castle
Brush & Bubbles is a creative painting and dining experience, in one of The Bowes Museum's picture galleries, led by artist Betty Barnet Brown. Participants will explore a selection of striking portraits featuring flamboyant hats, dramatic…
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 21 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 21:00
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