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Virtual Event
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…
Virtual Event
Durham
‘The house is the structure, but a home may serve as a mirror onto its owners, reinforcing aspects of pride and identity.’
Christmas and New Year
Communities across County Durham can make the most of some free festive fun this winter. A series of free events and workshops will form part of a Winter Wonders programme which will run until February 2023.
Walking Event
Bishop Auckland
Brighten your day, meet new people and enjoy some gentle exercise!
Exhibition
Shildon
Early Birds is a special early-morning session for visitors with sensory needs who wish to explore the museum in a quieter environment.
Workshop
Shildon
Come to Locomotion this January for a series of family-friendly, winter activities, set against a backdrop of iconic locomotives in the world’s first railway town.
Nature
Peterlee
Lend National Trust rangers a hand to make a new nursery for wildflowers and trees which, longer term, will improve meadows, hedgerows and woodlands on the coast.
Film
Stockton Road, Durham
In a world facing compounding human and environmental disasters, how do the roles of communities, scientists and governments overlap to build resilience. Should we rely on modern technology, or do we need to reconnect with nature?
The Institute of…
Kids
Shildon
Taking place every month, Little Locos is a special session for our visitors aged 5 and under. Little Locos is the perfect place for you and your little ones to play and learn together.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Forest In Teesdale, Barnard Castle
Why not get married at one of the North of England’s most incredible natural sights? High Force Hotel and Waterfall offers an array of spaces to host weddings ceremonies, receptions and photoshoots, you can even get married at the waterfall itself!
Wedding Fairs and Events
Durham
Come along to Hallgarth Manor Wedding Showcase in Sunday 19th February 2023. See the venue dressed, meet our recommended suppliers and have a chat with the weddings team. Glass of fizz and canapes on arrival.
Festival
Durham City
On Friday 24th and Saturday 25th February, Durham city centre will be home to an exciting Steampunk themed trail of Ice Sculptures for the whole family to enjoy.
Music Event
Stanley
Free live music gigs, every Friday...Bringing live music to the quirkiest bar in the North East! We welcome a brilliant mix of local musicians from live solo artists, to DJs from all across the North East to our Hotspot Cocktail Bar every Friday.
Markets
Staindrop
Our ever-popular seasonal markets will return in 2022 with our first event being held over this May weekend. Come and browse the stalls and discover lots of delicious treats, seasonal produce and beautiful homemade products from local suppliers.
Festival
Sedgefield
A free annual outdoors arts festival for deaf and disabled children, young people and their families.
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.
Festival
Lumiere is the UK’s leading light festival. The free-to-attend, four-day event will take place from 16-19 November 2023 in Durham.
Nature
Dalton le Dale, Murton
Join us for a special Schools Wassail of our Orchards. Wassailing is an ancient tradition for blessing orchards to encourage a good apple harvest. The celebration involves Ivy, music, dance, toast and Wassail Punch Suitable for all age groups, this…
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