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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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Halloween
Chester le Street
Come along for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun at our Children’s Halloween Disco!
Halloween
Barnard Castle
Scare Night – do you dare enter the Halloween Maze?
Stargazing Events
Carlisle
Come along for an exciting dark skies event in Croglin Village Hall, on the western edge of the North Pennines on Cumbria’s eastern fellside, Thursday 30 October, 7pm to 10pm.
Stargazing Events
Nenthead
Celebrate the dark skies of the North Pennines and join us for a free mine trip like no other at Nenthead Mines, near Alston.
Children/Family events
Sedgefield
As autumn fades and winter takes hold, there's no better time to discover the fascinating world of wildfowl at Hardwick Park.
Halloween
Lanchester
Potion Making, Colour Changing Monster Brains & Dancing Ghosts. Join us for a session of Big 'Spooky' Science where every child will take part in some hands on creepy science experiments.
Halloween
Lanchester
Spooky Sherbet, Dancing Mini Brains & Flying Ghosts. Join us for a session of Big 'Spooky' Science where every child will take part in some hands on creepy science experiments.
Participatory Event
Chester le Street
Join our resident Paranormal team, GhostWatchers UK, and take part in paranormal experiments in and around a Castle!
Halloween
Durham
Step into a world of magic and mischief this Halloween. Join us for a spooktacular afternoon tea, enchanting entertainment, and memorable moments for the whole family.
Halloween
Beamish
Calling all little monsters! Join us this Halloween for a spook-tacular afternoon of dancing, games and lots of prizes! – perfect for children under 12 years old.
Halloween
Chester le Street
Step into the grandeur of an authentic Elizabethan banquet, set within the walls of one of England’s most haunted castles. Meet the witches of the castle, and encounter the eerie Renwick – one of Professor Feeblestine’s earliest (and not entirely…
Halloween
Durham
Free walks take place at 19:00 on the first Sunday of each month. Others take place at time of your choice. There are three different routes: Ghost Hunter, Horrid History and Pubs & Prisons. Contact Dave for more information. Usually meet in Durham…
Halloween
Peterlee
Get ready for a spooktacular night of fun at Peterlee's Children's Halloween Party.
Talks
Staindrop
Join us for an extraordinary journey into the heart of history as we unveil the hidden stories and treasures of Raby Castle.
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop
Guided Walk
Durham
Come on a twilight walk of Durham and learn about the many stories of botched hangings, ghostly goings on and awful crimes.
Children/Family events
Shildon
Feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO® creations at this year's Shildon Brick Show.
Film
Beamish
Transport yourself to the golden age of cinema with a nostalgic afternoon in our beautifully restored 1950s Grand Cinema.
Halloween
Bowburn
Get ready for a frighteningly fun day at our Halloween Family Party!
Children/Family events
Meadowfield
Hour of science experiments for primary age children.
Halloween
Durham
A former school dating back to 1875. People have experienced a sense of dread in this building along with an awful feeling of being watched. Sounds of footsteps have been heard walking up and down the stairs and the apparition of a lady dressed in…
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