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Summer Holidays
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Liz Million - Peterlee Leisure Centre
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Children/Family events
St Cuthbert's Rd, Peterlee
Love drawing? Join us to take part in a lively and interactive draw-along with the fabulous Liz Million
Suitable for all ages as long as you can sit and hold a pencil!Dates
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- 20 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
Knight School - Auckland Palace and Gardens
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Summer Event
Bishop Auckland
Join Medieval Prince Bishop Antony Bek’s ranks for an interactive outdoor adventure! Meet Antony Bek: Crusader, Knight, Prince Bishop and King in the North. Join his ranks for an interactive outdoor session, hone your battle skills and find out what…
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- 12 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:45
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
Alpaca Petting - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Children/Family events
Lanchester
Join us this Summer when Fellside Alpacas return of our Alpaca Petting event.
What to expect - get the chance to get up close with some gorgeous Alpacas, feed them and learn more about these amazing animals.
Dates
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- 28 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
Summer Festival - Locomotion
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Summer Event
Shildon
Join us for an action-packed summer of fun! Enjoy our sandy beach, take a train ride and get stuck into hands-on family activities as we celebrate the exciting world of engineering. Legendary locomotive Flying Scotsman will be visiting from 2…
Dates
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- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026
Front Row: Making Westwood - The Bowes Museum
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Workshop
Barnard Castle
Join designer and Northumbria University Fashion Professor Emma Jane Goldsmith for insights into the cut and construction methods of Vivienne Westwood.
Dates
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- 30 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
Bishop Auckland Family Festival
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Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Bishop Auckland Family Festival is back for its third year. It has become one of the town's favourite summer events, bringing the community together for a day of fun, family and making memories.
Dates
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- 15 Aug 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
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.
Venue
Dates
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- 14 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
Artist Makers - The Bowes Museum
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Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Join in and get creative at this hands-on workshop for children aged 5 and over.
Dates
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- 18 July 2026to29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
The Enchanted Bishop Auckland Lego Trail
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Children/Family events
Bishop Auckland
Residents and visitors can discover a world of imagination in Bishop Auckland this summer at the town’s first ever Lego trail.
Dates
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- 17 Aug 2026to30 Aug 2026
Junior Scientist - Collingwood College
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Children/Family events
Durham , Durham City
We are delighted to invite you and your child(ren) to our free Junior Scientist event at Collingwood College in August 2026. During a 2.5-hour morning or afternoon session, children can enjoy science-themed games, creative activities, virtual…
Dates
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- 25 Aug 2026to27 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
Bigfoot Beats - Consett Library
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Children/Family events
Consett
Join us for an amazing interactive session with Bigfoot Arts (recommended for children aged 7-11).
Dates
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- 13 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
Summer of Play: SEND kids sports and games with Smile Through Sport - Crook Hall Gardens
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Summer Event
Durham
Join us for outdoor games and sports activities designed for children aged 6 and up with SEND and their families. Try out different sports and games with trained coaches. Each session will be adapted to suit the needs and interests of the children…
Dates
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- 12 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
Wild Wednesday - Seeds of the Summer
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Children/Family events
Newbiggin
Collect seeds from local wildflowers and sow in the tree and wildflower nursery at Bowlees
Venue
Dates
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Classic and Vintage Vehicle Show - Hamsterley Forest
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Summer Event
Bishop Auckland
Join us for our annual show!
Exhibitors of Vintage and classic cars, vans, motorcycles, campervans, tractors, stall holders and our amazing onsite catering and ice cream kiosk will be onsite until 5pm.Dates
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- 9 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Face Painting - Botanic Garden
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Family Fun
Durham
Come along and have your face painted with flowers, butterflies, glitter or animals.
Dates
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- 14 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
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