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  1. A family of musicians standing outside of Beamish Welfare Hall.

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    Skiffle Sessions at Beamish

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    Music Event

    Stanley

    Join Hop, Skiffle and Jump playing in our 1950s welfare hall on the last Sunday of the month from 12pm until 3pm.

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    30 Jan 2022to26 June 2022
    More info for Skiffle Sessions at Beamish
  2. Brass band playing in bandstand at Beamish Museum.

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    Brass Bands at the Beamish Bandstand in May

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    Beamish

    Tap your foot to the sound of brass band music at Beamish Museum.

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    Beamish - The Living Museum of the North, Beamish

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2022to29 May 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Brass Bands at the Beamish Bandstand in May
  3. Image of Drum Circle around a tree at Dalton Moor Farm.

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    Drum Circle at Dalton Moor Farm

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    Music Event

    Dalton-le-Dale, Murton

    Everyone has their own rhythm. Discover and explore your natural rhythms, by joining our Drum Circle. Drumming has been shown to be calming, to reduce anxiety and to improve mental clarity.

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2022to21 Dec 2022
    More info for Drum Circle at Dalton Moor Farm
  4. Black and white photo of three band members in Fergus McCreadie Jazz Trio

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    Fergus McCreadie Jazz Trio at The Witham

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    Barnard Castle

    With the release of their second album 'Cairn', Scottish pianist Fergus McCreadie's trio has underlined their status as one of the most exciting young groups in European jazz.

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    27 May 2022Open 19:30 -
    More info for Fergus McCreadie Jazz Trio at The Witham
  5. Black and white Image of Alice Grace singing on stage.

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    Alice Grace Quartet at Gala Durham

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    Durham

    A vocal-led jazz quartet, characterised by thoughtful melodies, snappy interplay, and improvisation.

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    27 May 2022Open 13:00 -
    More info for Alice Grace Quartet at Gala Durham
  6. Eddy Popescu performing as Elvis Presley holding a red guitar.

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    Woodlands Live! Music Night - Elvis Presley

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    Edmondsley

    Everybody, let's rock because Elvis is coming to Woodlands! Join us Friday 27th May for our Woodlands Live! Music Evening with special guest Eddy Popescu as Elvis!

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    27 May 2022Open 19:00 - 23:30
    More info for Woodlands Live! Music Night - Elvis Presley
  7. Ushaw Classic Car Show. Images of classic cars lined up in the grounds of Ushaw Historic House on a sunny day.

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    Ushaw Classic Car Show

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    Durham

    After the huge success of the debut car show in 2021, Ushaw are incredibly excited to announce its return in 2022.

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    28 May 2022Open 09:00 - 17:00
    More info for Ushaw Classic Car Show
  8. Crowds gather in rainbow colours to celebrate Durham Pride.

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    Durham Pride 2022

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    Durham

    Planning is well under way and Durham Pride can announce that the annual march through Durham City will be one of the many highlights this year along with the main stage, beer tents, family fun area/funfair, market and food stalls and much more.…

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    28 May 2022to29 May 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Durham Pride 2022
  9. The Wizard of Oz at Stanley Civic Hall

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    The Wizard of Oz

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    Stanley

    Join Dorothy and her dog Toto as she goes on an adventure over the rainbow and down the Yellow Brick Road.

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    28 May 2022to4 June 2022Open 13:00 - 19:00
    More info for The Wizard of Oz
  10. Platinum in the Park at Dalton Park

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    Platinum in the Park at Dalton Park

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    Shopping Event

    Seaham

    We’re getting ready for an extra Jubilee bank holiday to celebrate 70 years on the throne for Queen Elizabeth II with Great British brands and Great British bands!

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    30 May 2022to5 June 2022
    More info for Platinum in the Park at Dalton Park
  11. Queen's Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea at South Causey Inn.

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    Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea

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    Spring Bank Holiday

    Stanley

    Celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in style with a very special Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea in South Causey Inn's beautiful private dining garden pods, which will be dressed for the occasion!

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    2 June 2022Open 12:00 -
    From:
    3 June 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Afternoon Tea
  12. Seaham Town Council Logo 'Strength and Courage'

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    Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party

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    Seaham

    Come and celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee by joining in the fun at this fabulous street party in Church Street, Seaham. Music and entertainment taking place throughout the day!

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    2 June 2022Open 10:00 - 15:00
    More info for Queen's Platinum Jubilee Street Party
  13. Summer in the City Festival Logo

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    Summer in the City Festival

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    Durham City

    Summer in the City, Durham University’s annual arts festival returns for 2022, bringing an entire season of visual arts and entertainment to venues across the city and beyond.

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    Durham Town Hall, Durham City

    Palace Green Library, Durham City

    Durham Cathedral, Durham City

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    3 June 2022to31 July 2022
    More info for Summer in the City Festival
  14. The wording Sing Britannia with red, white and blue bunting.

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    Sing Britannia

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    Lanchester

    Lanchester Choral Society presents 'Sing Britannia' a concert for the Queen's Jubilee.

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    3 June 2022Open 19:15 - 21:30
    More info for Sing Britannia
  15. Queen's Jubilee Gala. Image Credit: Jack Drum Arts.
Image of the Queen wearing the crown.

    Add Queen's Jubilee Gala at Crook Cricket Ground to your Itinerary

    Queen's Jubilee Gala at Crook Cricket Ground

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    Bank Holiday Weekend

    Crook

    Join us at Crook Cricket Club for a fun filled day of live music, dance, comedy street theatre performances, storytelling, a royalty themed fancy dress parade with prizes, traditional stalls and more to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

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    3 June 2022Open 12:00 -
    More info for Queen's Jubilee Gala at Crook Cricket Ground
  16. Orchestra playing at Durham Cathedral

    Add Summer in the City: Fanfare! - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Summer in the City: Fanfare! - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral

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    Durham City

    Music Durham’s Annual Showcase Concert: Held on the weekend of the Queen’s Jubilee, this concert’s main theme is celebration!

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    3 June 2022Open 19:30 -
    More info for Summer in the City: Fanfare! - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral
  17. Magnificent firework display at Kynren.

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    Kynren Platinum Jubilee Special

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    Bishop Auckland

    The Queen's Platinum Jubilee Weekend Making History at 11Arches. Kynren – An Epic Tale of England returns to its spectacular outdoor stage to mark the historic royal event.

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    3 June 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Kynren Platinum Jubilee Special
  18. Image of Ensemble Hesperi holding their instruments.

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    Ensemble Hesperi

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    Bishop Auckland

    Come along and enjoy beautiful music from Ensemble Hesperi, Early Music Ensemble at Bishop Auckland Methodist Church. 

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    From:
    3 June 2022Open 19:30 -
    More info for Ensemble Hesperi
  19. Durham Cathedral Choir.

    Add Thanksgiving Service - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Thanksgiving Service - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral

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    Durham City

    A special service at Durham Cathedral to give thanks for the Queen's service.

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    From:
    4 June 2022Open 15:00 -
    More info for Thanksgiving Service - Jubilee Celebrations at Durham Cathedral
  20. Jubilee Celebration Day at Ushaw. Image of the crown and Union Jack.

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    Jubilee Celebration Day at Ushaw

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    Family Fun

    Durham

    On Saturday 4th June, join Ushaw for a right royal celebration in honour of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. There will be live music, creative activities and lots of fun for all the family.

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    From:
    4 June 2022
    More info for Jubilee Celebration Day at Ushaw
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