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Autumn Events

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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  1. A muscian playing an acoustic guitar with their eyes closed.

    Add Live Music with Lee Harrison to your Itinerary

    Live Music with Lee Harrison

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    Concert

    Flass Street, Durham

    Join us at Redhills for an afternoon of live music with Consett singer Lee Harrison.

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    15 Nov 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Live Music with Lee Harrison
  2. Wedding Banner which read 'Wedding Venue Showcase' in an elegant white font in front of an image of the altar at a wedding in the background.

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    Wedding Venue Showcase

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    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.

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    From:
    15 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Wedding Venue Showcase
  3. A garden in front of a historic stone house.

    Add Guided Walk: Crook Hall Gardens to the Oriental Museum - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Guided Walk: Crook Hall Gardens to the Oriental Museum - Crook Hall Gardens

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    Guided Walk

    Durham

    Explore Durham on a guided walk to the Oriental Museum. Join walk leaders for a scenic walk from Crook Hall Gardens to Durham University's Oriental Museum, discovering the city's history as you go. Includes a 20 minute visit to the Oriental Museum…

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    From:
    15 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 15:15
    More info for Guided Walk: Crook Hall Gardens to the Oriental Museum - Crook Hall Gardens
  4. Hands tending to a Christmas wreath on the table.

    Add Christmas Wreath Workshops - South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Christmas Wreath Workshops - South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    We’re delighted to bring our Christmas Wreath Workshops back for another magical season.

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    16 Nov 2026to17 Dec 2026Open 17:00 -
    More info for Christmas Wreath Workshops - South Causey Inn
  5. Club Night Photograph

    Add Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club Demonstration to your Itinerary

    Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club Demonstration

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    Demonstration

    Sedgefield

    Monthly club night and floral demonstrations, refreshments, club news and a raffle for the flowers made by the demonstrator.

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    From:
    17 Nov 2026Open 19:15 - 21:15
    More info for Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club Demonstration
  6. RAF Stained Glass Window

    Add Friends Lecture Series - All the Heavenly Hosts: Angels in Art by Marie-Therese Mayne to your Itinerary

    Friends Lecture Series - All the Heavenly Hosts: Angels in Art by Marie-Therese Mayne

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    Lecture

    The College, Durham

    All the Heavenly Hosts: Angels in Art.

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    18 Nov 2026Open 18:30 -
    More info for Friends Lecture Series - All the Heavenly Hosts: Angels in Art by Marie-Therese Mayne
  7. Rapunzel written in gold on a purple background.

    Add Rapunzel - Gala Durham Pantomime to your Itinerary

    Rapunzel - Gala Durham Pantomime

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    Pantomimes

    Durham City

    In the dark, tangled forest of Hamsterley stands a mysterious tower, locals swear they can hear beautiful singing drifting through the trees, a voice so pure it stops even the bravest woodcutter in their tracks.

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    19 Nov 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Rapunzel - Gala Durham Pantomime
  8. An abstract watercolour of a Robin bird on a piece of white paper.

    Add I Don't Want to Grow Up: Watercolour Christmas Cards with Artist Kirsty White to your Itinerary

    I Don't Want to Grow Up: Watercolour Christmas Cards with Artist Kirsty White

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Make your own bespoke cards for Christmas in this relaxed, beginner friendly workshop. Join artist Kirsty White for a relaxed, beginner friendly watercolour workshop.

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    From:
    19 Nov 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
    More info for I Don't Want to Grow Up: Watercolour Christmas Cards with Artist Kirsty White
  9. A family looking through a selection of Christmas trees at Raby Castle.

    Add Raby Christmas Trees to your Itinerary

    Raby Christmas Trees

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    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.

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    19 Nov 2026to24 Dec 2026
    More info for Raby Christmas Trees
  10. A nativity scene behind a glass stand, illuminated by blue light surrounded by a seated audience.

    Add Nativity at the Tower to your Itinerary

    Nativity at the Tower

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    Christmas and New Year

    Bishop Auckland

    See the famous Neapolitan nativity come to life with interactive activities and games for all the family. Our Neapolitan Creche returns this winter, come and experience this spectacular celebration of the centuries-old tradition for yourself.…

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    20 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027
    More info for Nativity at the Tower
  11. An adult holding a baby in festive clothes, looking at a light installation of a bear.

    Add AGLOW 2026 - Auckland Palace and Gardens to your Itinerary

    AGLOW 2026 - Auckland Palace and Gardens

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    Christmas and New Year

    Bishop Auckland

    Bishop Auckland’s AGLOW light trail is alive!  
    Walk in wonder through one and a half magical miles of light and sound. Imagine a place where an ancient palace overlooks 150 acres of Deer Park that, as the sun sets, comes alive with wonderful lights…

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    20 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 16:30 - 19:30
    More info for AGLOW 2026 - Auckland Palace and Gardens
  12. An elegant white font which reads 'Festive Flashback' on a taupe background with glitter on the left.

    Add Festive Flashback Party Night to your Itinerary

    Festive Flashback Party Night

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    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…

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    From:
    20 Nov 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    4 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    18 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Festive Flashback Party Night
  13. A historic stone room with low curved ceilings and fairy lights

    Add Medieval Knight Dinner - Lumley Castle to your Itinerary

    Medieval Knight Dinner - Lumley Castle

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    Food & Drink

    Chester le Street

    Seated on wooden benches, at wooden tables in the Castles Baronial Hall. A 5-course feast is served with mead & wine, whilst being entertained by Ladies of the court, Court Chamberlain & Herald, with musicians, all in traditional costume.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2026Open 18:30 - 00:00
    More info for Medieval Knight Dinner - Lumley Castle
  14. A landscape view of a Wynyard Hall, over a clear lake.

    Add Festive Dining at The Glass House to your Itinerary

    Festive Dining at The Glass House

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    Christmas and New Year

    Wynyard

    As the cold weather bites, there’s no better place to relax with family and friends and enjoy a festive feast. With panoramic views across the gardens, The Glass House will be offering a seasonal menu created with the finest local ingredients in a…

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    From:
    20 Nov 2026to20 Dec 2026
    More info for Festive Dining at The Glass House
  15. Festive scene of street lamps and Christmas lights decorating a stone building.

    Add Christmas Light Switch-On Spectacular - South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Christmas Light Switch-On Spectacular - South Causey Inn

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Join us for a magical festive evening as South Causey Inn lights up for Christmas in unforgettable style. 

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2026Open 18:00 -
    More info for Christmas Light Switch-On Spectacular - South Causey Inn
  16. A selection of festive nut cracker soldiers lined up on a Christmas market stall surrounded by warm fairy lights.

    Add Christmas Fayre to your Itinerary

    Christmas Fayre

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    Christmas and New Year

    Wynyard

    Discover the magic of the season at Wynyard Hall Christmas Fayre – a festive celebration for the whole family! Get ready to immerse yourself in the festive magic at the Wynyard Hall Christmas Fayre! We are thrilled to announce that tickets are now…

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    From:
    20 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026Open 10:00 -
    More info for Christmas Fayre
  17. Musicians playing string instruments by candlelight.

    Add Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay - Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Concert

    Durham

    Discover the music of Coldplay at Durham Cathedral under the gentle glow of candlelight.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay - Durham Cathedral
  18. A community hall set out with tables and chairs

    Add Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Coffee Morning to your Itinerary

    Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Coffee Morning

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    Local Events

    Sedgefield

    Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club welcome members of the public to join us for a coffee morning where we have tea/coffee, a bite to eat and a raffle.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
    More info for Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Coffee Morning
  19. A person holding plants, standing and smiling in an extravagant green house.

    Add Winter Gardening with Becky Crowley to your Itinerary

    Winter Gardening with Becky Crowley

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    Workshop

    Forest in Teesdale, Staindrop

    Step into the enchanting gardens of Raby Castle for an inspiring session of hands‑on learning with Becky Crowley. This workshop explores the beauty of the garden in the winter months, focusing on practical tasks to care for your garden and prepare…

    Venue

    Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
    More info for Winter Gardening with Becky Crowley
  20. Blanchland Artisan Christmas Makers Market. A Christmas wreath, baubles, snowflakes, and colourful handmade Christmas trees.

    Blanchland Artisan Christmas Market

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Blanchland

    Looking for a Christmas market with a difference? Blanchland Artisan Markets are quality-guaranteed; come along and explore the incredible talent and craftsmanship of our 45-plus traders.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2026to22 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Blanchland Artisan Christmas Market
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