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Embrace the beauty of autumn with our curated selection of autumn events in Durham.
From harvest festivals to scenic walks, immerse yourself in the rich colors and flavors of the season. Discover the warmth of community and the charm of autumnal traditions as you explore Durham's autumn events. Plan your autumn getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of serenity amidst the changing landscapes.
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Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Grab your apron and roll up your sleeves for a festive experience in Raby Castle’s Medieval Kitchen. Estate Chef Tom Parry will lead a hands-on demonstration, guiding guests through the process of making a traditional Christmas pudding. This is a…
Christmas and New Year
Seaham
Ho, ho, ho! Step into the magic of Christmas at our brand-new Santa’s Grotto. Embrace the festive spirit and make family memories as little ones meet Santa in his magical woodland hideaway, enjoy a festive encounter with his cheerful singing…
Music Event
Beamish
Beamish Folk is a new folk music session taking place on the second Sunday of each month in our 1900s Pit Village band hall, 11.30am-1.30pm.
Film
Flass Street, Durham
The President’s Cake (12a) d. Hasan Hadi (Iraq), 2025, 105mins. 1990’s Iraq – 9 yr old Lamia lives with her grandmother in peasant village. At school, a cake must be made each year for Sadam Hussein’s birthday – after lots are drawn Lamia is chosen.…
Festive Event
Seaham
Join us for our much-anticipated Winter Artisan Market on Sunday 8th November. Embrace the spirit of change as we welcome the colder months, celebrating the warmth and creativity of our independent North East traders.
Master Class
Staindrop
Join us for a hands-on Fig Pruning Masterclass held inside our beautiful Fig house—perfect for anyone looking to gain confidence and skill in caring for these wonderful fruit trees. This masterclass is lead by head gardener Jeremy.
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop
Bonfire Night
Eden Lane, Peterlee
Join us on Sunday 8th November for a brilliant family evening at the club. There’ll be food and drink available, plenty of atmosphere and a fantastic fireworks display for everyone to enjoy. Bring the family, wrap up warm and come along for a great…
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Join Mike Thornton, Norman Cornish's son-in-law, for an intimate walkthrough of The Bowes Museum's Norman Cornish: A Life in Sketchbooks exhibition. Discover how Cornish's sketchbooks shaped his creative practice and became a visual record of his…
The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle
Christmas Markets
West Auckland
Skip the corporate aisles & support the region's finest independent makers, farmers & creatives... we bring you 100% authentic local talent! From fresh regional food and drink to high quality handcrafted gifts. Come along - shop & scoff in the…
Performance
Flass Street, Durham City
A Brass Band & Choir Concert of Remembrance. Join us for a powerful and moving afternoon of music and reflection as we honour the courage, resilience, and sacrifice of our mining communities in times of conflict.
Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham City
Walking Event
Durham
Join the Being Human team for a creative walk in the Durham City Green Corridor. Throughout this walk with the Being Human team, we'll explore the natural and cultural heritage of Durham through creative methods like zines, photographs, and sound…
Exhibition
Providence Row, Durham
Alia Gargum is a sculpture and installation artist who composes her work through critical and personal exploration of politics and culture, focusing on her heritage through diasporic means. Metalwork, fabric and installation elements are…
Christmas and New Year
Bowburn, Durham
A little Christmas magic at Bowburn Hall Hotel's Evening Christmas Market. Get a head start on your Christmas shopping with a cosy, festive evening at Bowburn Hall Hotel on Monday 9 November, from 6pm to 9pm. Discover independent small businesses…
Christmas and New Year
Stanley
Join us at South Causey Inn for a magical evening of Christmas shopping, beauty, hair and wellness, in collaboration with Temple Spa, Wella Professionals & Sebastian and our beautiful Woodland Spa
Seminar
Flass Street, Durham
Were you involved in, or affected by, the events at Orgreave Coking Plant on 18 June 1984? Join us at a listening event to meet members of the Inquiry team, learn more about its work, and if you wish, share your experiences and reflections.
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,…
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop
Workshop
Durham
An evening of reflection, creativity and connection as we bring history to life through writing. Drawing on archive photographs and stories from the Durham Light Infantry collection and the DLI Gallery at The Light, this reflective creative writing…
Concert
Bishop Auckland
An evening of music at Auckland Palace in support of the High Sheriff's Youth Awards. Join us for a special evening of live music in the magnificent surroundings of St Peter's Chapel at Auckland Palace, raising vital funds for the High Sheriff of…
Halloween
Chester le Street
SPOOKED! Presented by the Middlesbrough Circle of Magicians. Journey through the castle, a series of eerie rooms where strange experiments, ghostly encounters, and impossible illusions await around every corner. Blending theatre, storytelling, and…
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…
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