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Music Event
Stanley
Sit with us and enjoy live music every Friday, where we welcome a brilliant mix of local musicians from all across the North East to our cosy indoor bar - with a roaring log-burning fire.
Festival
Shildon
With wit, humour and insight, Ben will take us on a journey of British television police series from 1955 to the present. From Dixon of Dock Green to Happy Valley via The Sweeney, the Bill, and Cracker, Ben will outline how this home-grown genre has…
Children/Family events
Durham City
Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Durham City with a programme of exciting events.
Family Fun
Durham City
Join us at the Oriental Museum on Wednesday mornings for Little Dragons, our FREE session for children under 5 and their families/carers. Each session will be packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and…
Heritage
Newton Aycliffe,
Darlington & Durham Running Day 2026 — a fantastic celebration of classic and modern buses, transport heritage, and community fun!
Dog-Friendly
STANLEY
Join the South Causey Dog Walking Club every 1st Saturday of the month at 10 am for a picturesque stroll through the beautiful Beamish Valley.
Festival
Durham City
Experience the magic of Fire and Ice in Durham, a spectacular winter event transforming Durham City into a captivating wonderland.
Heritage Open Days
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations, and thousands of volunteers.
Wellness Event
Seaham
Mental Health Swims is an award-winning, mental health peer support community. The regular dip at Seaham takes place on the last Sunday of every month - booking required.
Festival
Thornley, Durham
With wit, humour and insight, Ben will take us on a journey of British television police series from 1955 to the present. From Dixon of Dock Green to Happy Valley via The Sweeney, the Bill, and Cracker, Ben will outline how this home-grown genre has…
Family Fun
Durham City
Calling all young crafters! Help us make some decorations for the Oriental Museum's Year of the Horse celebration later this month.
Family Fun
Durham City
Learn all about our special Chinese clock and make a super star decoration to take home.
Festival
Durham
Festival Of Local Authors - County Durham Libraries, Monday 16th - Friday 20th February 2026.
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