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  1. Online Exhibition: From Walls to Windows: Durham University

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    Online Exhibition: From Walls to Windows - Durham University

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    Durham

    ‘The house is the structure, but a home may serve as a mirror onto its owners, reinforcing aspects of pride and identity.’

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    1 June 2021to31 Dec 2022
    More info for Online Exhibition: From Walls to Windows - Durham University
  2. Online Exhibition: Norman Cornish: The Sketchbooks - Durham University

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    Online Exhibition: Norman Cornish: The Sketchbooks - Durham University

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    Durham

    For the renowned north-eastern artist Norman Cornish MBE (1919-2014), sketching was second nature and an inherent part of his everyday life.

    Originally shown at Palace Green Library in 2019-20, this exhibition of little seen sketchbooks presented a…

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    12 Nov 2021to31 Dec 2022
    More info for Online Exhibition: Norman Cornish: The Sketchbooks - Durham University
  3. Image of a witch on a broomstick from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s 'Room on the Broom'.

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    Room On The Broom Activity Trail at Ushaw

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    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.

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    21 Jan 2022to1 Sept 2022
    More info for Room On The Broom Activity Trail at Ushaw
  4. Twilight Opening: interior image of The Museum of Archaeology in Durham City showing historic artefacts.

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    Thursday Twilight Opening at Palace Green Library

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    Durham

    Join us on a twilight visit to Palace Green Library on a Thursday until 7pm.

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    23 June 2022to25 Aug 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Thursday Twilight Opening at Palace Green Library
  5. Thursday Twilight Opening at The Oriental Museum: interior image of the museum.

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    Twilight Openings at Durham University Oriental Museum

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    Durham

    Join us on a twilight visit to the Oriental Museum on a Thursday until 7pm.

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    23 June 2022to25 Aug 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Twilight Openings at Durham University Oriental Museum
  6. Image of Steven Moore playing Marimba and Vibraphone

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    Steven Moore Solo Concert on Marimba and Vibraphone

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    Gilesgate, Durham

    PhD student, Steven brings an exciting introduction to the percussive world.

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    29 June 2022Open 19:00 -
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  7. Image of Queen Elizabeth II speaking to a participant of 'The Queen's Baton Relay'.

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    The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay in Durham City and Seaham

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    The Birmingham 2022 Queen’s Baton Relay is set to visit Durham City and Seaham on Thursday, 14 July during its final journey through England ahead of this year’s Commonwealth Games, providing the opportunity for communities to experience the…

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    14 July 2022
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    Heritage Open Days 2022

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    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.

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    9 Sept 2022to18 Sept 2022
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  9. Shildon Carnival - Image shows motorcycle and people doing dangerous stunts against a background of fire.

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    Shildon Carnival 2022

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    Shildon

    Shildon Carnival returns 2022. No family in the North East should miss this fantastic weekend! The action starts at 11.am on the 10th and 11th of September in Hackworth Park, Shildon.

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    10 Sept 2022to11 Sept 2022Open 11:00 -
    More info for Shildon Carnival 2022
  10. Image of a beautiful dining room decorated for a wedding: softly lit, with several white tables and pretty indoor trees.

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    Wedding Fayres and Showcase Events at South Causey Inn

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    Stanley

    South Causey Inn provides a unique, idyllic, and natural setting for your wedding, so join them to be inspired and meet the most innovative and aspirational wedding exhibitors.

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    12 Oct 2022Open 15:00 - 20:00
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