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Summer Holidays
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Summer Holidays: Knights and Dragons Family Explorer Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Children/Family events
Staindrop
Join one of our castle characters this school holiday for a free family tour on the castle terrace at 11am. Explore the castle defences and work out how to attack a formidable fortress like Raby! Will the castle be captured or survive an attack?
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- 13 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
Seaham Festival
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Festival
Seaham
Seaham Festival – Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th July 2026
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- 18 July 2026to19 July 2026
Noo Noo Forest School - St Johns Hall Meadowfield
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Children/Family events
Meadowfield
Forest school for primary age.
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- 18 July 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
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- 15 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
Attelage Horse Weekend - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Family Fun
Beamish
See a remarkable carriage driving competition by the Concours d'International d'Attelage de Tradition (CIAT) take place around the museum.
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- 18 July 2026to19 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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
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
Breakfast with Spidey - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Start your morning with a spectacular superhero treat at Breakfast with Spidey — a fun‑filled, family‑friendly event where everyone's favourite web‑slinger swings in to make breakfast unforgettable.
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- 16 Aug 2026Open 09:00 - 10:45
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.
Venue
Dates
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- 4 July 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Derwent Fest 2026
Type
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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.
Venue
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- 14 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
Wild Wednesday - Fantastic Fossils
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Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Discover fantastic fossils around Bowlees in this family friendly outdoor activity
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- 12 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Moana Island Crafts Adventure - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Set sail for a sun‑soaked crafting journey inspired by Moana's world. Children step into the spirit of the islands as they create three magical keepsakes, each linked to a moment from the beloved story.
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- 19 July 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
Little Dragons - Durham University Oriental Museum
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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…
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- 7 Jan 2026to30 Sept 2026Various Opening Times
Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail
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Family Fun
Durham
Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail – Save The Date For A Spectacular New Event
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- 1 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.
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- 16 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 16:30
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
Wild Wednesday - Near and Far
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Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Near and far - a fun outdoor activity for children aged 5 and over. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. (Younger siblings are welcome but do not need to book).
Venue
Dates
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- 5 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
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
Toto the Ninja Cat and the Great Snake Escape - Gala Durham
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Children/Family events
Durham
A brand-new family musical for everyone over five.
Dates
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- 11 Aug 2026to13 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Children's Bath Bomb Workshop - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us for another exciting Bath Bomb Workshop that's perfect for keeping the kids entertained! They'll love creating their own colourful, fizzy bath bombs in this hands-on, creative session!
Dates
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- 7 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
Big Sweetie Science - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Workshop
Lanchester
Join us this Summer for the return of our Big "Sweetie" Science Workshop.
The children will explore different science areas using sweets. Every child will make their own pot of sherbet and a chemistry mocktail, making fizzy reactions.
Dates
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- 24 Aug 2026Open 11:30 - 12:30
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