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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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Talks
Shildon
As we’re into the Stockton & Darlington Railway Bicentenary year, we’re teaming up with the Friends of the Stockton & Darlington Railway and Jane Hackworth-Young to present a series of talks at Timothy Hackworth’s own Institute.
Exhibition
Shildon
A chance to visit a mobile exhibition train that looks at the railway and freight industry, showcasing how rail transport can help address future challenges.
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Join Rachel Whitworth, Curator of Fashion & Textiles for an insightful introduction to the new Joséphine: A Woman of Taste and Fashion exhibition.
Arts & Crafts
Bishop Auckland
Step into the world of Spanish masterpieces with our Drawing in the Galleries series. Set against the backdrop of the Spanish Golden Age, these sessions invite you to explore iconic works of art through sketching.
Food & Drink
Chester le Street
Elizabethan Banquets take you back in time. A 5-course feast, with mead & wine, entertainment by Ladies of the court, Court Chamberlain, Herald, Musicians, all in traditional costume.
Participatory Event
Sedgefield
Come and join us for our Coffee Morning!
Entry is just £2, which includes a cup of tea or coffee and a delicious slice of cake or a scone.
Festival
Darlington and Stockton
The S&DR200 Festival’s epic outdoor event ‘Ghost Train’ will steam through Darlington and Stockton this September. This two-part outdoor performance, created and produced by Avanti Display Ltd and Walk the Plank, is part of the regional celebrations…
Music Event
Durham
Ten years ago, the wheels turned at the last deep coal mine in Britain for the final time. Across the coalfields, miners and their families mourned for their industry and their way of life. Now, A Northern Requiem celebrates those people and…
Heritage Open Days
Seaham
St Andrews Church has some unique features dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins. It is situated in an ancient village which has a diverse history starting with a reference by the Venerable Bede.
Murder Mystery
Chester le Street
Secrets and lies are about to surface in our nod to Bridgeton but with a Murder!
Children/Family events
Marley Hill, Tanfield
Join us this September for the Diesel Pioneers Gala, a standout event in our Tanfield300 celebrations! Taking place on the 20th and 21st of September 2025, this gala is a tribute to the industrial diesel locomotives that played a vital role in…
Heritage Open Days
Whorlton
An opportunity for visitors to learn about the history of Thorpe Light Railway, and hear about ongoing projects and future plans.
Heritage Open Days
High Pittington
Visit St Laurence Church. Refreshments available.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
Flass Vale is a wooded valley close to the centre of Durham City.
Children/Family events
Beamish
Visit our 1940s Farm to learn about life in the British countryside during the Second World War.
Heritage Open Days
Escomb, Bishop Auckland
Have a guided tour of this ancient, Anglo-Saxon Church, built in the 7th century, and learn about its history and heritage.
Heritage Open Days
Durham City
North End Allotments - enjoy a cup of tea and cake, wander around the beautiful allotments, and take home jam/chutney and allotment produce. Something for all the family. Combine it with a walk through Flass Vale.
Guided Walk
Newbiggin
Join Altogether Archaeology on a 4 mile guided walk to see how people lived and used the Teesdale landscape.
Guided Walk
Seaham
Take a ramble through Hawthorn Dene with Northern Reserves Officer, Michael Andrews. Members and volunteers only.
Exhibition
The College, Durham
Join Professor Jane Heath from the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University on this specially curated tour of the Marian Art in Durham Cathedral.
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