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Local Events
Bishop Auckland
Pregnant to Preschool is a weekly drop-in for parents who are pregnant or with young children (0-5). Every Monday 1 – 3pm. Excluding bank holidays.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Concert
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
Join us for a magical Winter Concert with Royal Northern Sinfonia, directed by leader Maria Włoszczowska in the intimate setting of St Peter's Chapel at Auckland Palace.
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
A free, community-led film club bringing people together through stories on screen. Each month we show a relaxed, family-friendly movie in the afternoon, followed by an early evening film for general audiences. Third Sunday of every month.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Talks
Bishop Auckland
Our knowledgeable guides offer in-depth insights and personalised attention, enhancing the experience for all visitors.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Local Events
Bishop Auckland
Discover the works of great artists throughout history, and create your own pieces of art. Thursdays.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Take some time out for yourself and get lost in a good book. At this friendly, drop-in book club you can bring something you’re already reading or pick from our shared shelf. Fourth Sunday of every month.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Step into a world of festive wonder at Bishop Auckland’s Christmas Town, 4-7 December 2025! Join us for four unforgettable days filled with twinkling lights, enchanting markets, live entertainment, and the magic of Santa’s Grotto.
Bonfire Night
Toronto, Bishop Auckland
Join us for the seventh edition of our sensational Pyromusical on Saturday, 1st November 2025.
Markets
Bishop Auckland
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday and Saturday 8:00-17:00
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
This special exhibition explores the inextricable link between coal mining and the railways.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
Explore the birth of British landscape painting through works by 18th-century masters including Gainsborough, Reynolds, Stubbs, and Wilson.
Christmas and New Year
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
Join us for a magical evening of festive cheer at the historic St Peter’s Chapel, as Revd Dr Chris Knights, Chaplain to the Bishop of Durham, leads a heartwarming carol service filled with seasonal favourites.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
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…
Christmas and New Year
Market Place, Bishop Auckland
Be dazzled by our monumental 18th-century Neapolitan Nativity scene. This remarkable Baroque créche, known in Italian as a presepe, is a giant Nativity scene staged in a true-life Neapolitan setting.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Music Event
Bishop Auckland
The popular Organ Recital Series returns to St Peter’s Chapel.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
A relaxed afternoon of board and card games for all ages. Whether you're a seasoned player or just in it for the laughs, there's something for everyone. Second Sunday of every month 1.30pm – 4.30pm
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Christmas and New Year
Bishop Auckland
Auckland Palace's dazzling light trail AGLOW will light up the skies of Bishop Auckland once again this Christmas.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Arts & Crafts
Bishop Auckland
Step into the world of Spanish masterpieces with our Drawing in the Galleries series. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Golden Age, these sessions invite you to explore iconic works of art through sketching.
Music Event
Bishop Auckland
Join us for a monthly evening of traditional tunes, songs, and easy-going community spirit. Hosted by renowned local musician Paul Martin (aka ‘The Dunholm Piper’) with special guest players, these sessions bring people together through…
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Free
Bishop Auckland
Are you caught up in the busyness of the day-to-day? Do you long for a pause, a chance to step back and reconnect with what matters most? This day of pilgrimage is an invitation to slow down, put your self-care first, and reflect on your own story.
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