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   Bowes Babies - The Bowes Museum

   Type

   Type:

   Children/Family events

   Barnard Castle

   A sensory museum session for little ones and their grown-ups.

   Venue

   The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

   Dates

   From:

   29 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00

   From:

   26 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00

   From:

   30 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00

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   Beamish, The Living Museum of the North’s Magical Christmas Evenings

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Beamish

   Beamish Museum Christmas Evening Tickets on Sale Soon!

   Dates

   From:

   3 Dec 2026to4 Dec 2026Open 17:00 - 21:30

   From:

   10 Dec 2026to11 Dec 2026Open 17:00 - 21:30

   From:

   17 Dec 2026to18 Dec 2026Open 17:00 - 21:30

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   Christmas Market 2026 - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Darlington

   Three Magical Days of Festive Shopping, Eating and Cheer. Join us this November for a truly magical experience at the Raby Castle's Christmas Market. Whether you’re shopping for the perfect gift, sipping mulled wine, or simply soaking up the festive…

   Dates

   From:

   27 Nov 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 09:00 - 15:00

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   Summer Holidays: Knights and Dragons Family Explorer Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

   Type

   Type:

   Children/Family events

   Staindrop

   Join one of our castle characters this school holiday for a free family tour on the castle terrace at 11am. Explore the castle defences and work out how to attack a formidable fortress like Raby! Will the castle be captured or survive an attack?

   Dates

   From:

   13 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -

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   Parkland Explorers: Hedgehog Houses - The Bowes Museum

   Type

   Type:

   October Half Term

   Barnard Castle

   Head to the wildflower meadow behind the museum to discover hidden wildlife and make habitats for hibernating hedgehogs using recycled materials.

   Venue

   The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

   Dates

   From:

   27 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30

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   Wild Wednesday - Seeds of the Summer

   Type

   Type:

   Children/Family events

   Newbiggin

   Collect seeds from local wildflowers and sow in the tree and wildflower nursery at Bowlees

   Venue

   Bowlees Visitor Centre, Newbiggin

   Dates

   From:

   26 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30

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   Bank Holiday Harvest Seasonal Market - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

   Type

   Type:

   Bank Holiday Weekend

   Darlington

   Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated, ever-popular Harvest Market held in the stunning Riding School and Dutch Barn, expect live music, local produce, delectable food, and unique gifts for all the family and friends here at Raby Castle,…

   Dates

   From:

   29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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   Paws & Claus 2026 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

   Type

   Type:

   Christmas and New Year

   Stanley

   A ‘Paw’fect photo opportunity. Join Father Christmas in the Coffee Pot Café at the Entrance Building for a cosy breakfast experience designed especially for visitors and their four‑legged friends.

   Dates

   From:

   4 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

   From:

   18 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

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   Discover Dinosaurs at High Force Waterfall

   Type

   Type:

   Family Fun

   Forest-in-Teesdale, Durham

   Breathe in the fresh summer air and stomp into a prehistoric world of fun at High Force Hotel & Waterfall. Our brand‑new Discover Dinosaurs Trail is waiting for little explorers who love big adventures and fascinating history.

   Dates

   From:

   23 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00

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    Breakfast with Father Christmas - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Kick off your day with something magical! Join Father Christmas for breakfast in the Coffee Pot Café at the Entrance Building, before he heads off on his Christmas duties.

    Dates

    From:

    5 Dec 2026to6 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

    From:

    12 Dec 2026to13 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

    From:

    19 Dec 2026to20 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 10:00

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    Front Row: Making Westwood - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Barnard Castle

    Join designer and Northumbria University Fashion Professor Emma Jane Goldsmith for insights into the cut and construction methods of Vivienne Westwood.

    Dates

    From:

    30 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30

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    Grand Cinema: Elf (PG) - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Transport yourself to the golden age of cinema with a nostalgic afternoon in our beautifully restored 1950s Grand cinema. The Grand cinema, from Ryhope, in Sunderland, has been recreated and brought to life in our 1950s Town.

    Dates

    From:

    5 Dec 2026Open 14:00 -

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    The Grand Cavalcade - Durham Folk Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Durham

    On Sunday, make way for the Grand Cavalcade! Master entertainers set up in Durham Marketplace with The Grand Exhibition of Contraptions & Curiosities, a charming yet chaotic show of myths, music, magic, mayhem, silliness, songs, sparkles, bangs and…

    Dates

    From:

    20 Sept 2026Various Opening Times

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    Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Due to popular demand, we have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey! What better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to the UK’s newest public observatory. Your little ones will enjoy…

    Dates

    From:

    12 Sept 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30

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    Art as Protest: A Vivienne Westwood-Inspired Workshop - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Barnard Castle

    Fashion isn’t just what you wear – it’s a statement. A form of protest. Explore pieces from Vivienne Westwood’s collection and uncover how she used fashion to challenge power and how you can use creativity to make your voice heard.

    Dates

    From:

    29 July 2026to26 Aug 2026

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    Saturn At Its Closest - Grassholme Observatory

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Saturn – the enigmatic ringed beauty is by far most people’s favorite – I mean if you haven’t looked through a telescope at Saturn then don’t miss this opportunity to do so. With its glorious ring system dazzling the observer as a veritable…

    Dates

    From:

    4 Oct 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00

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    Rapunzel - Gala Durham Pantomime

    Type

    Type:

    Pantomimes

    Durham City

    In the dark, tangled forest of Hamsterley stands a mysterious tower, locals swear they can hear beautiful singing drifting through the trees, a voice so pure it stops even the bravest woodcutter in their tracks.

    Dates

    From:

    19 Nov 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    Aurora Night - Grassholme Observatory

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    The event will begin with a personal welcome from our astronomer, Gary Fildes. Gary is a very experienced science communicator and astronomer, and founder of the Kielder Observatory, where he was Director and CEO for over 11 years.

    Dates

    From:

    27 Sept 2026Open 20:00 - 23:00

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    Christmas Family Explorer - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Darlington

    Make magical memories this Christmas with one simple, all-inclusive ticket. Step into The Enchanted Forest, immerse yourself in Raby Castle at Christmas & enjoy the Deer Park & Walled Gardens.

    Dates

    From:

    14 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 10:00 - 14:00

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    Santa Express - Weardale Railway

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Bishop Auckland,

    Santa Express – A Magical Christmas Journey. Create unforgettable Christmas memories aboard the Santa Express at Weardale Railway. Running on selected dates throughout November and December, this festive heritage train departs from Stanhope Station…

    Dates

    From:

    28 Nov 2026to24 Dec 2026Open 09:30 - 18:00

    More info for Santa Express - Weardale Railway

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