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Experience the excitement of summer with our collection of summer events in Durham.
From outdoor concerts to cultural festivals, immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the season. Discover endless opportunities for adventure and entertainment as you explore Durham's summer events. Plan your summer getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of joy amidst the warmth of the season.
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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. From the familiar history of Cecily Neville, known as the 'Rose of Raby', to the lesser-known experiences of the women who worked in…
Heritage Open Days
South Road, Durham
Behind the scenes access, site tours, and collection items to view.
Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
A group for 11-14 year olds who wish to learn some practical conservation skills, improve ecological knowledge, and enjoy the outdoors.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
Sunday 14th Sept, Durham School will open its doors to the public. The Chapel will be open with volunteers answering questions and playing the organ. There will also be a tour of the school, exploring its 600-year history.
Heritage Open Days
Sidegate, Durham City
Free entry to enjoy the beautiful gardens and Medieval Hall as well as talks and tours throughout the day.
Heritage Open Days
Kepier Lane, Durham City
Guided tour with Martin Roberts of the Grade I and II * listed buildings and scheduled ancient monument of the medieval hospital at Kepier, once the richest in County Durham.
Heritage Open Days
Sidegate, Durham City
National Trust is teaming up with Durham County Council and Recyke y'Bike to offer a free Family Guided Ride and basic bike mechanic workshop.
Nature
Bishop Auckland
A group for 14 - 18 year olds who wish to learn some practical conservation skills, improve ecological knowledge, and enjoy the outdoors.
Children/Family events
Durham City
From summer sonnets to autumn anthologies, wintery works to springtime stanzas, experience a seasonal poetry walk at Crook Hall Gardens.
Golf Events
Durham
Open events at Brancepeth are extremely popular and usually sell out very quickly as they attract visitors from all over the North of England and beyond. We pride ourselves in making everyone’s visit to our golf course memorable by delivering…
Heritage Open Days
Peterlee
Monday 15th September A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle. 10:00am (5 hours) 9 miles, level 2 difficulty. Yvonne Andrews. Start: Apollo Pavilion Car park, SR8 1JS.
Heritage Open Days
Brancepeth
A guided tour of the exterior (weather permitting) and principal rooms.
Brancepeth Castle, Brancepeth
Heritage Open Days
Sidegate, Durham City
National Trust is teaming up with Durham County Council and Recyke y'Bike to offer a free guided ride through the Durham City Green Corridor and basic bike mechanic workshop!
Wedding Fairs and Events
Durham
Begin your happily ever after at Bowburn Hall Hotel and let all of the stress slide away as you celebrate the most precious day of your life with us.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Wynyard
Experience the magic of Wynyard Hall's Wedding Open Evening, where every detail awaits to inspire your dream wedding.
Talks
Murton, Seaham
Join local historian Diane Rowe for a talk on the history and geography of the Hawthorn settlement from the 880s to the present day.
Heritage Open Days
Durham
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens is tucked away in beautiful open countryside near Durham City. An arts, heritage and events venue, waiting for you to escape the everyday, stop the world for a while and be surprised.
Show / Display
Sedgefield
Susan Fairhurst presenting Catch of the Day.
Heritage
Enterprise Way, Spennymoor
Do you love books? For the first time ever, visit County Durham Libraries book collection. Booking Essential.
Outdoor Adventure Activities
Staindrop
Enjoy a scenic tour of Raby Castle's extensive Deer Park, guided by a knowledgeable ranger who will share fascinating insights about the deer and the park's history.
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