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Summer Events

Experience the excitement of summer with our collection of summer events in Durham.

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  1. Lumley Castle Tipi softly lit with candles and fairylights

    Add Tipi Open Evening - Lumley Castle to your Itinerary

    Tipi Open Evening - Lumley Castle

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    Music Event

    Chester le Street

    Be among the first to experience our magical tipi set-up — rustic, atmospheric, and made for nights to remember!

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    From:
    28 June 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Tipi Open Evening - Lumley Castle
  2. Photos of the Durham Constabulary Male Voice Choir and Rainbow Singers.

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    Durham Constabulary MVC and The Rainbow Singers

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    Concert

    Coxhoe, Durham

    Durham Constabulary MVC Are delighted to announce a joint concert with The Rainbow Singers. 

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    28 June 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Durham Constabulary MVC and The Rainbow Singers
  3. Traditional Korean drumming performance at the Oriental Museum.

    Add P'ungmul Music Performance and Family Activities at The Oriental Museum to your Itinerary

    P'ungmul Music Performance and Family Activities at The Oriental Museum

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    Children/Family events

    Durham City

    Experience a FREE South Korean drumming performance presented by students from the Durham University P'ungmul Society and try writing a secret code in Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.

    Venue

    Durham University Oriental Museum, Durham City

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025Open 12:30 - 15:00
    More info for P'ungmul Music Performance and Family Activities at The Oriental Museum
  4. The Durham Ghost Whisperer with Durham Cathedral in the background at night

    Walking with the Ghosts of Durham

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    Durham City

    Join the Ghost Whisperer for a guided walk around the city of Durham revealing some of the history and ghosts from Durham's dark past. 

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    From:
    28 June 2025
    More info for Walking with the Ghosts of Durham
  5. View of the riverbanks towards Prebends Bridge.

    Add Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral

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    Walking Event

    The College, Durham

    Discover the hidden history of the woods and riverbanks that form the spectacular setting for the cathedral. Explore their historic features and trace their change from defensive site to Victorian pleasure garden on this 1.5-mile-long walk.

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    From:
    28 June 2025Open 10:30 -
    From:
    26 July 2025Open 10:30 -
    From:
    30 Aug 2025Open 10:30 -
    More info for Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral
  6. Text reads, 'Merryoaks Community Hall, The People's Place' with an illustration of a tree, in which the trunk looks like a person. and the leaves them

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    Merryoaks Market - Merryoaks Community Hall

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    Arts & Crafts

    Durham

    A mixture of crafts and preloved bargains along with hot drinks and snacks and a warm welcome. We will also have facility for electrical testing small items. Come and join us!

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    28 June 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
    More info for Merryoaks Market - Merryoaks Community Hall
  7. Black and white photo of a soldier in uniform, with weapons - Bowburn Medal and Militaria Fair

    Add Bowburn Medal and Militaria Fair - Bowburn Community Association to your Itinerary

    Bowburn Medal and Militaria Fair - Bowburn Community Association

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    Antique Fairs

    Durham

    A wide choice of medals, uniforms, headgear, swords, bayonets, daggers, badges, accoutrements, military postcards, etc. The ideal meeting place for enthusiasts with common interests in a friendly atmosphere.

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    28 June 2025Open 08:30 - 12:00
    More info for Bowburn Medal and Militaria Fair - Bowburn Community Association
  8. Photo of Sam Frances and text inviting people to a talk at Chester le Street Library on June 28th.

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    National Crime Reading Month - Sam Frances

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    Talks

    Chester le Street

    Join Sam Frances for a talk about her thrilling debut crime novel, the first instalment in the DS Alice Washington series. 

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    From:
    28 June 2025Open 11:00 -
    More info for National Crime Reading Month - Sam Frances
  9. A woman and her two children looking at the Ladybird Exhibition at Ushaw.

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    The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Exhibition

    Durham

    The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists. This summer, see The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists in our family-focused exhibition which celebrates the art of the Ladybird book artists from the 1940s to the 1970s.

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    28 June 2025to31 Aug 2025
    More info for The Wonderful World of the Ladybird Book Artists - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  10. An artist impression of Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens with title and date of event

    Add Big Bang: A Summer Space Day - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Big Bang: A Summer Space Day - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Children/Family events

    Durham

    On Saturday 28 June 2025, prepare for lift-off! Ushaw is blasting into orbit for a one-day cosmic celebration of science, space and summer fun like no other.

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    28 June 2025
    More info for Big Bang: A Summer Space Day - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  11. Sign with The Barricade Boys West End Party, Four men in red suits jumping

    Add The Barricade Boys – West End Party at Auckland Palace to your Itinerary

    The Barricade Boys – West End Party at Auckland Palace

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    Music Event

    Bishop Auckland

    Direct from London, these four dazzling performers are taking the world by storm. From the heart-wrenching emotion of Les Misérables to the toe-tapping harmonies of the Jersey Boys, The Barricade Boys will take you on a musical journey like no other.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

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    28 June 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for The Barricade Boys – West End Party at Auckland Palace
  12. Idyllic views of Ramside Golf Course

    Add Members Invitation Day - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa to your Itinerary

    Members Invitation Day - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Golf Events

    Durham

    Betterball Pairs. Prince Bishops, White Tees. Entry Fee £20 per pair. Each team must include one member and one non-member, non-member must have an active WHS number. Handicap Allowance 85%. Check in at Golf Reception.

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    From:
    28 June 2025
    More info for Members Invitation Day - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  13. Portrait of Lady Anne Monson

    Add Women of Raby Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Women of Raby Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    Historical

    Staindrop

    This exclusive event at Raby Castle highlights stories of some of the fascinating women who once walked our halls.

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
    More info for Women of Raby Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
  14. Starry background, popcorn and a reel  which shows iconic clips from movies. 'An Afternoon at The Movies'

    Add An Afternoon at the Movies with the DMA Band to your Itinerary

    An Afternoon at the Movies with the DMA Band

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    Concert

    Durham

    Join us for a spectacular afternoon of cinematic splendour at our Movies-Themed Concert! This special event will transport audiences through the magic of the silver screen with stirring renditions of iconic film scores and beloved movie themes.

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    From:
    29 June 2025Open 15:00 - 17:00
    More info for An Afternoon at the Movies with the DMA Band
  15. Illustration of a people standing around a coffin full of money

    Add Loot by Joe Orton: A Comedy to your Itinerary

    Loot by Joe Orton: A Comedy

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    Theatre

    Fowlers Yard, Durham

    Burying Mrs McLeavy should be a dignified affair, so how does a stash of cash come into proceedings?

    Dates

    From:
    29 June 2025Open 14:30 -
    From:
    30 June 2025to4 July 2025Open 19:30 -
    From:
    5 July 2025Open 14:30 -
    More info for Loot by Joe Orton: A Comedy
  16. Marathon Runners - Durham Coast Marathon.

    Add Durham Coast Half Marathon to your Itinerary

    Durham Coast Half Marathon

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    Sporting Event

    Dawdon, Seaham

    Trail Outlaws presents the Durham Coastal Trail Half Marathon. This race was previously hosted by the National Trust and is a very popular and challenging half marathon. Set on the scenic Durham Coastal Path. Whether you are starting out on the…

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    From:
    29 June 2025Open 10:00 -
    More info for Durham Coast Half Marathon
  17. Classic cars on display at Raby.

    Add Classic Car Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Classic Car Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    Staindrop

    In an exciting collaboration between Raby and Durham Automobile Club, visitors can expect to see a stunning selection of Classic Cars. Whether you are a car enthusiast or simply looking for a fun day out, join us in the Deer Park to enjoy a car…

    Dates

    From:
    29 June 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Classic Car Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
  18. A Skiffle group of two adults and two children in front of Beamish Museum's 1950s welfare hall.

    Add Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish - The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish - The Living Museum of the North

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    Music Event

    Beamish

    Join us for an afternoon of skiffle music in the 1950s welfare hall! Enjoy our own band, Hop, Skiffle and Jump performing from 12pm until 1pm, followed by our Uke Club from 1.15pm until 2.15pm where you can develop your ukulele skills.

    Dates

    From:
    29 June 2025Open 12:00 - 14:15
    More info for Skiffle Session & Uke Club - Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
  19. Photo of Author Sam Frances, and her novel 'All Eyes On You;

    Add National Crime Reading Month - Sam Frances to your Itinerary

    National Crime Reading Month - Sam Frances

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    Type:

    Talks

    Durham

    Join Sam Frances for a talk about her thrilling debut crime novel, the first instalment in the DS Alice Washington series. 

    Dates

    From:
    30 June 2025Open 14:00 -
    More info for National Crime Reading Month - Sam Frances
  20. Golfers enjoying drinks in a clubhouse

    County Durham Golf Trail 2025

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    Type:

    Golf Events

    The County Durham Golf Trail is taking place again in 2025 – it will run from Mon June 30th to Thurs July 3rd.

    Dates

    From:
    30 June 2025to3 July 2025
    More info for County Durham Golf Trail 2025
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