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Summer Event
Bearpark, Durham
Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered. Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? The exhibition…
Halloween
Seaham
Come and explore our family-run, home-grown pumpkin patch, set in the beautiful coastal town of Seaham, County Durham. We’re a local family farm that started our pumpkin patch in 2022, and each year we’re growing, improving, and welcoming more…
Halloween
Shildon
Discover links between light, communication and the railways, with spooky surprises along the way. As the clocks change and the nights draw in—we’re exploring how railways used signals and colours to send messages across great distances.
Halloween
Staindrop, Darlington
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween adventure at The Plotters’ Forest! Dress up, bring your family, and get ready for a Halloween experience like no other. Get ready to unleash your inner spookiness and dive into a world of double trouble…
Halloween
Stockton-on-Tees
Step into Storytime: Ten Little Monsters
Outdoor discover sessions for 5's and under involving storytelling, crafts activities, interactive trails, games and woodland play
Date: Saturday 17 October 2026
Times: 10.00am to 1.00pm
Price: £7 per child
Halloween
Durham
Spooky Sounds, Creative Spirits and a Monster-Sized Party! Join us for wicked beats and spooky treats and Fang-tastic facepainting at The Light this October half-term with our Deadly DJ and "Not Just a Pretty Facepaint."
Halloween
Stanhope, Bishop Auckland
Join us for a ride onboard our spooktacular ghost train!
Halloween
Spennymoor
Welcome to Spookymoor 2026! We invite you to join us for a spooktacular Halloween experience. Wander along our enchanting Halloween trail, packed with spooky tales, magical encounters, and surprises lurking around every corner. Once you’ve completed…
October Half Term
Shildon
Calling all young scientists! Locomotion is the next stop for the annual festival to celebrate science. Get inspired by science this autumn! Durham University is partnering with Locomotion to host an exciting three-day festival. Join us for live…
Halloween
Stanley
Something spooky is coming… Step back in time and get ready for a night you’ll never forget.
Join us for a special spine-tingling experience as Beamish is transformed into The Un-living Museum of the North.
Festival
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle
This is a great way to get children interested in astronomy and science. They will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then will be able to see and touch rocks from space – meteorites. A stunning interactive talk on space stuff in the…
October Half Term
Durham
Get creative and join our cosy, autumnal-themed drop-in crafts session. This October half-term, make lanterns and baskets inspired by autumn leaves, harvest colours, and pumpkins. Drop in for a hands-on activity that everyone can enjoy.
Stargazing Events
Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle
Looking for a unique and educational family activity in October? Join us for a Family Stargazing Adventure at High Force, a professionally hosted evening designed especially for young explorers aged 5–15.
Bonfire Night
Seaham
Back by popular demand the fantastic Seaham Fireworks takes place on a Sunday to make it easier to plan your visit. In the theme of Angels vs Demons. A free to attend family seaside fireworks event. Food & Craft stalls, kids rides, stage…
Halloween
Darlington
All Hallows’ Eve will soon be on us and something spooky is stirring at Hopetown Darlington. This Halloween, Hopetown transforms into Spooktown; a hauntingly fun destination packed with thrills, chills and ghostly goings-on for the whole family.…
Halloween
Gilesgate Moor, Durham
Start Your Halloween With a Hit of Adrenaline...and Pizza! Fuel the Kids up on Racing, Pizza & Goodies for a Guaranteed Treat - No Tricks!
Halloween
Darlington
Halloween After Dark Illuminated Trail in The Plotters Forest. As dusk descends, The Plotters’ Forest stirs with an eerie excitement. Adventurers don their spookiest costumes and venture into the shadows, where spiders spin webs and witches and…
Halloween
South Road, Durham
Can you uncover the spooky word? Explore The Story, both indoors and outdoors, to find the hidden pumpkins and reveal the mystery word. Once you’ve completed the trail, collect your sweets before you leave.
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.
October Half Term
Newton Aycliffe
Join the Bugman for a hands-on workshop with some amazing animals - cold, warm, hard, soft, rough, smooth, scaly, silky, slimy, hairy and of course tickly!
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