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Summer Holidays
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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…
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- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026
Bigfoot Beats - Barnard Castle Library
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Children/Family events
2 Hall St, Barnard Castle
Join us for an amazing interactive session with Bigfoot Arts (recommended for children aged 7-11).
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- 10 Aug 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail
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Family Fun
Durham
Enchanted Durham LEGO Trail – Save The Date For A Spectacular New Event
Dates
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- 1 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026
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
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
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).
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- 13 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 11:30
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
Camp Dalton - Dalton Park
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Children/Family events
Seaham
Enjoy nostalgic activities, fresh air and good times for little and large adventurers alike. Our outdoor park located outside of Tommy Hilfiger will come alive with nature‑inspired fun, creative challenges and wholesome camp vibes, all led by our…
Dates
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- 1 Aug 2026to29 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
Forky Pens & Alien Goo Creations - Lanchester Garden Centre
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Family Fun
Lanchester
Get ready for some Toy Story magic! Join us and Craftily Ever After for a hands‑on craft session where kids can make their own Forky Pen and mix up a pot of bright green Alien Slime. Creative, colourful, and full of character — the perfect family…
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- 16 Aug 2026Open 13:30 - 14:15
Face Painting - Botanic Garden
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Family Fun
Durham
Come along and have your face painted with flowers, butterflies, glitter or animals.
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- 14 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
Bank Holiday Harvest Seasonal Market - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Bank Holiday Weekend
Darlington
Mark your calendars for the highly anticipated, ever-popular Harvest Market held in the stunning Riding School and Dutch Barn, expect live music, local produce, delectable food, and unique gifts for all the family and friends here at Raby Castle,…
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- 29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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.
Dates
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- 28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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
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
Zoolab - Hamsterley Forest
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Summer Event
Bedburn, Bishop Auckland
From spider to snakes, cockroaches and giant snails - get up close to nature in the forest!
Dates
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- 9 Aug 2026Various Opening Times
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…
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- 12 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
Medieval Mayhem - Auckland Palace and Gardens
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Summer Event
Bishop Auckland
Back by popular demand, Medieval Mayhem returns for a second year with a full day of free, family-friendly activity. Step into an early medieval world with Acle Re-enactment Society, and get up close to magnificent birds of prey. Get stuck into…
Dates
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- 22 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:30
Colour and Light: Stained Glass Exhibition - Durham Cathedral
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Summer Event
Durham
This year, we celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Rose Window. Plan your summer day out as we explore the stories behind the cathedral's much-loved stained glass.
Dates
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- 22 July 2026to14 Sept 2026
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…
Venue
Dates
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- 26 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Summer of Fun 2026 - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Family Fun
Beamish
Throughout the summer holidays, experience a variety of engaging activities across the museum’s different time periods.
Dates
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- 18 July 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
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