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Pattern and Protest - The Bowes Museum
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Family Fun
Barnard Castle
Inspired by Vivienne Westwood's iconic designs, Pattern and Protest invites participants to experiment with fabric by adding marks and messages to create their own bold response. Suitable for families with children aged 5+, the session encourages…
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Durham Fringe Festival 2026
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Festival
Durham City
Between 29th July and 2nd August 2026, Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts. Genres include theatre, music, stand-up comedy, comedy theatre, magic, spoken word, cabaret, dance, physical theatre, circus, and…
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- 29 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
Peterlee Free Summer Fun Day - Peterlee & Horden Rugby Club Pitch
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Children/Family events
Helford Road, Peterlee
Free family fun day.
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- 31 July 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
The House Cup - The Hole in Wand
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Family Fun
Seaham
The House Cup
18th July – 6th September
Five Houses. Five Locations. One House Cup.Venue
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- 18 July 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 18:00
50 Years of Rowley Station at Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Heritage
Beamish
Celebrate 50 years of Rowley Station at Beamish with this special event.
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- 25 July 2026to26 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Summer of Fun 2026: Step into Stories at Beamish Museum
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Summer Event
Beamish
Pick up an activity book from the Entrance, choose from six adventures and enjoy a journey through Beamish from the perspective of a person from the past.
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- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
The Hidden Garden: An Immersive Experience - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Exhibition
Staindrop
After the success of last summer's immersive experience, the Riding School will be transformed again into the Hidden Garden. The secret escape will be filmed with pastel flowers, earthy green tones, glowing tones, toad stools and a maze of mystery.
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- 4 July 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Seaham Food Festival 2026
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Festival
Seaham
The festival welcomes thousands of visitors each year for two days of sun, sea, family fun and, of course, food.
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- 1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026
Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest
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Children/Family events
Redford, Hamsterley Forest
This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun.
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- 28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
May Half Term: Discover Dinosaurs at High Force Waterfall
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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.
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- 23 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
South Causey Monthly Dog Walk
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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.
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Snakes & Shakes - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Do you love snakes? Do you want to learn more about our slithery friends ? Do you also crave delicious milkshakes?
If you answered yes to any (or all) of the above questions then this event is for you!Dates
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- 24 July 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
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- 27 July 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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- 5 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
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- 13 Aug 2026Open 14:00 - 15:00
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- 21 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
Durham Brass Festival 2026
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Festival
Durham
BRASS is back in 2026 with a fantastic programme of brass-inspired events coming to Durham from 12 - 19 July.
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- 12 July 2026to19 July 2026
Scoops & Scales - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Workshop
Lanchester
Scoops & Scales is a hands‑on, family‑friendly experience where guests get up close with a variety of fascinating lizards before heading to Moo's Ice Cream Bar for a delicious scoop of their choice.
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- 14 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
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- 27 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:00
Derwent Fest 2026
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Festival
Edmundbyers
A weekend festival of live tribute music, food and drink, and children’s activities and entertainment, set in a stunning location, not far from you. Bring all the family, including the dog, and enjoy some fun, quality time together.
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Dates
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- 14 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
Galactic Crafts: Toy Story Edition - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Arts & Crafts
Lanchester
Join us for a Toy Story craft day packed with creativity! Make your own Alien Key Ring, build an Etch‑A‑Sketch–inspired frame, and design a personalised Toy Story Room Sign. Three crafts, endless fun.
Dates
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- 16 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
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