Things to Do in Durham
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For guaranteed fun for all the family check out our list of events taking place across the county.
Whether you are looking for things on this weekend, or looking for what's on today, we have all the amazing events for a great days out with the kids.
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Nature
Barnard Castle
Outdoors in grounds. Find out more about the trees, wildlife, flowers and fauna around the grounds of The Bowes Museum in this informative and entertaining nature trail. You can even create your own artworks en route by downloading special…
Children/Family events
Crook
ParkPlay is designed to do “what it says on the tin” - bring play to parks and green spaces, albeit play for kids and adults alike
Virtual Event
Find 26 stops each offering a unique perspective on times gone by. Discover the reason why Durham City is here and take in all that it offers today.
Children/Family events
Peterlee
ParkPlay is designed to do “what it says on the tin” - bring play to parks and green spaces, albeit play for kids and adults alike.
Children/Family events
Shildon
ParkPlay is designed to do “what it says on the tin” - bring play to parks and green spaces, albeit play for kids and adults alike
Family Fun
Barnard Castle
Every fairy needs a set of wings! Take yours and fly away to shady glade.
Virtual Event
Legend tells of six rose coins that will bring fortune to those who find them, but they are hidden across the county! Will you be the one to track them down? Play on and see if you succeed…
Children/Family events
Durham
Ushaw is cast under a spell in 2022. Is there Room on the Broom? Yes! Hold onto your (witch’s) hat as this fun, family adventure takes you through magical woods, meadows, gardens and by the lake at Ushaw.
Virtual Event
Durham
Family Activities
Here at Durham University Library and Collections we are working to bring our collections to you whilst our venues are closed.
Here are some simple craft activities to try at home. You don't need any special equipment or…
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.
Children/Family events
Ferryhill
ParkPlay is designed to do “what it says on the tin” - bring play to parks and green spaces, albeit play for kids and adults alike. From quick-cricket to frisbee to rounders, ParkPlay runs every Saturday morning from 9.30am and is completely free…
Easter
Stanley
Follow us down the rabbit hole into our imaginative outdoor family event Adventures in wonderland.
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Discover more about the Museum’s links to Royalty and see our special visitors book signed by Their Majesties The Queen and The Queen Mother and His Royal Highness Prince Philip.
Local Events
Barnard Castle
Take a walk through a timeline of street parties with items donated by members of the public and watch previously unseen footage of Her Majesty The Queen in this special exhibition marking the Queen’s platinum jubilee.
Guided Walk
Dalton-le-Dale, Murton
Join Jenny for a three hour stroll around the farm. Learn about safe and responsible foraging. Meet and eat wild plants, safely under Jenny’s guidance. Come away with a whole new way of seeing the wild world around you, and an appetite to learn more.
Film
Barnard Castle
Hercule Poirot's Egyptian adventure aboard a glamorous river steamer descends into a terrifying search for a murderer when an idyllic honeymoon is shattered by violent deaths.
Outdoor Event
Durham City
Enjoy a summer picnic on the grass in the Cloisters every lunchtime during the week of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.
Theatre
Stanley
Join Dorothy and her dog Toto as she goes on an adventure over the rainbow and down the Yellow Brick Road.
Stargazing Events
Nr Mickleton
In the middle of half term what better way to get the kids into astronomy and science – interactive talks will be held in the classroom which allow the children to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. Booking essential.
Children/Family events
Durham
Durham BID are bringing some of your favourite characters from the big screen to Durham City Centre on Saturday May 28th, come along between 10.30 and 3.30 for selfies and meet and greets of some of your most loved mascots. Follow us on social media…
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