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  1. Sounds on the Bounds at Ushaw. Illustration of the grounds.

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    Sounds on the Bounds at Ushaw

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Join Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens, for LIVE entertainment welcoming live, local talent to perform at The Sounds on the Bounds.

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    From:
    4 June 2022to31 Aug 2022
    More info for Sounds on the Bounds at Ushaw
  2. 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

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    21 June 2022to21 Dec 2022
    More info for Drum Circle at Dalton Moor Farm
  3. Image of Summer Festival logo

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    Summer Festival at The Witham

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    Barnard Castle

    The Witham is holding a second weekend SUMMER FESTIVAL each Saturday and Sunday in the Garden at the rear of the Witham building. Join us for free live music.

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    From:
    25 June 2022to28 Aug 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Summer Festival at The Witham
  4. The decorated organ pipes of Durham Cathedral's organ

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    Summer Organ Recital Series at Durham Cathedral

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Distinguished organists join Durham Cathedral's organists for a recital series on the cathedral's magnificent Harrison & Harrison organ.

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    From:
    3 Aug 2022to7 Sept 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Summer Organ Recital Series at Durham Cathedral
  5. Kynren - An Epic Tale of England

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    Kynren - An Epic Tale of England

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    Bishop Auckland

    Travel through time and watch legends come to life.Two thousand years of history, myth and legend rush by in 90 minutes.

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    6 Aug 2022to10 Sept 2022

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  6. Brass band playing in bandstand at Beamish Museum.

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    Brass Bands at the Beamish Bandstand in August

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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

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    6 Aug 2022to28 Aug 2022Various Opening Times
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  7. Girl dressed in period costume writing in a book.

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    Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Pride and Prejudice

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    The College, Durham City

    Take a step back in time as we meet Elizabeth Bennett and her sisters.

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    9 Aug 2022Open 19:00 -
    More info for Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Pride and Prejudice
  8. Queen tribute act poster with image of Freddie Mercury.

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    Queen by Candlelight at Durham Cathedral

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    The College, Durham City

    Featuring a live cast of West End singers, accompanied by an incredible live rock band, experience Queen as you have never heard them before.

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    11 Aug 2022Open 19:30 -
    From:
    12 Aug 2022Open 20:00 -
    More info for Queen by Candlelight at Durham Cathedral
  9. Awful Auntie

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    Open Air Theatre - Awful Auntie at Raby Castle

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    Staindrop

    Join us at Raby for a special theatrical adaptation of David Walliams' Awful Auntie.

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    From:
    12 Aug 2022
    More info for Open Air Theatre - Awful Auntie at Raby Castle
  10. Tea on the Terrace at Seaham Hall. Image of an attractive selection of tea and scones.

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    Tea on the Terrace: Ladies Who Lunch at Seaham Hall

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    Seaham

    It's Ladies Day here at Seaham Hall - join us for light bites on our beautiful outdoor terrace, plus live acoustic music, Prosecco and free flowing tea & coffee.

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    14 Aug 2022Open 13:00 -
    More info for Tea on the Terrace: Ladies Who Lunch at Seaham Hall
  11. Portrait of Arielle Free wearing a black jumper.

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    Hardwick Festival 2022

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    Sedgefield

    HUGE DJ NAMES ANNOUNCED FOR HARDWICK FESTIVAL

    MULTI-PLATINUM, Grammy nominated and world famous DJs are taking centre stage this year as one of the North East’s hottest summer festivals returns.

    Danny Tenaglia, Purple Disco Machine, David…

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    20 Aug 2022to21 Aug 2022
    More info for Hardwick Festival 2022
  12. People enjoying Wharton Park. Trees, play equipment.

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    Summer Brass Series

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    Durham City

    All between 1.00pm and 3.00pm and all free. Local brass bands take to the bandstand in the park's amphitheatre to fill the park with music. Pack a picnic, grab a blanket, sit on the grass and enjoy the music. 

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    21 Aug 2022Open 13:00 - 15:00
    From:
    4 Sept 2022
    More info for Summer Brass Series
  13. The Handlebards 'Twelfth Night'. Cartoon image of someone riding a bike and people hiding behind trees.

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    Twelfth Night - The Handlebards at Durham Cathedral

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    Theatre

    Durham

    Join The HandleBards at Durham Cathedral for a bicycle-powered, laugh-out-loud production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night. This is an outdoor production, so please bring your own chair or blanket to sit on, a picnic to dig into, and dress for the…

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    24 Aug 2022Open 19:00 -
    More info for Twelfth Night - The Handlebards at Durham Cathedral
  14. Photo of man in top hat and tails throwing a cucumber sandwiches.

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    The Importance of Being Earnest (8+) at The Witham

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    Theatre

    Barnard Castle

    From the creators of The HandleBards, comes a fantastically wild(e) new production, ripping up the recipe book and celebrating silliness.

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    24 Aug 2022Open 19:00 -
    More info for The Importance of Being Earnest (8+) at The Witham
  15. Much Ado About Murder at Raby Castle. Black and white images of cast.

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    Open Air Theatre: Much Ado About Murder at Raby Castle

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    Staindrop

    This summer outdoor theatre returns to Raby.

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    25 Aug 2022Open 19:00 -
    More info for Open Air Theatre: Much Ado About Murder at Raby Castle
  16. Cinema poster of Andre Rieu, standing over an image of Maastricht in the evening.

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    André Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again

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    Barnard Castle

    The wait is over! After 2 long years, maestro André Rieu is performing from his hometown of Maastricht once again! We are proud to present André's brand-new summer concert – Happy Days are Here Again!

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    From:
    27 Aug 2022Open 19:00 - 22:00
    More info for André Rieu: Happy Days Are Here Again
  17. Delicious treats at Weardale Show. Image of Afternoon Tea - a selection of scones, sandwiches and tarts.

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    152nd Weardale Show 2022

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    Agricultural Show

    Weardale

    Planning is well underway by the Weardale Agricultural Society for the 152nd Weardale Show on 27th August 2022 for a bigger and better show than ever.

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    From:
    27 Aug 2022
    More info for 152nd Weardale Show 2022
  18. Meat Loaf tribute act with wording Meat Loaf by Candlelight.

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    Meat Loaf by Candlelight

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    Music Event

    The College, Durham City

    Featuring a live cast of West End singers including stars of the West End production of 'Bat Out of Hell',

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    From:
    1 Sept 2022to2 Sept 2022Various Opening Times

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    Book Meat Loaf by Candlelight Online (opens in a new window)

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  19. Image of 'Mithras Piano Trio' (playing Violin, Cello, Piano from left to right)

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    Mithras Piano Trio

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    Bishop Auckland

    Bishop Auckland Music Society Concert Series 2022. Come and enjoy beautiful music from the 'Mithras Piano Trio' at Bishop Auckland Methodist Church. (Violin, Cello, Piano)

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    From:
    2 Sept 2022Open 19:30 -
    More info for Mithras Piano Trio
  20. Image showing the words 'Wolsingham Show' and a silhouette of a rooster depicted against rolling hills at sunrise.

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    Wolsingham Show 2022

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    Wolsingham

    An amazing, fun packed weekend of agricultural life.

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    3 Sept 2022to4 Sept 2022
    More info for Wolsingham Show 2022
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