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Summer Holidays
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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
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
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
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…
Dates
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- 29 July 2026to2 Aug 2026
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…
Dates
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- 12 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:45
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
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- 4 July 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Peterlee SOAK'D - The Pavilion
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Family Fun
Peterlee
FREE FAMILY FUN RUN IN FANCY DRESS - 2.5K OR 5K
Dates
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- 25 July 2026Open 10:00 -
Extinction - Ushaw, Historic Houses, Chapels and Gardens
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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…
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- 20 June 2026to8 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Roman Commotion - Binchester Roman Fort
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Summer Event
Bishop Auckland
Join the Roman Commotion at Binchester Roman Fort! Charge into a weekend of Roman Army and archaeology activity at Binchester.
Dates
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- 29 Aug 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:30
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.
Dates
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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
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
Viking Workshop for Children - Clayport Library
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Children/Family events
Durham
Join Patrick for a lively and interactive Viking workshop (recommended for 5-11 year olds).
Viking Workshop at Durham Clayport Library, Tuesday 18th August. Time: 2.30-4.30pmDates
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- 18 Aug 2026Open 14:30 - 16:30
Bugs n Stuff - Spennymoor Leisure Centre
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Children/Family events
Spennymoor
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!Dates
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- 30 July 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
Wild Wednesday - Bowlees Visitor Centre
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Family Fun
Newbiggin
Forage for food to cook on the campfire at Bowlees Visitor Centre, 29 July, 10.30am to 12.30pm. Enjoy a walk to forage for fruits of the season, identify plants that can be used in recipes and make dips and fillings for your bread on a stick around…
Venue
Dates
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- 29 July 2026Open 10:30 - 12:30
Room On the Broom Fun Day - Hamsterley Forest
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Children/Family events
Bedburn, Bishop Auckland
Calling all Witches, Wizards, Dogs, Cats, Birds, Frogs and even Dragons: Join us as we celebrate all things Room on the Broom!
Venue
Dates
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- 29 July 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Art as Protest: A Vivienne Westwood-Inspired Workshop - The Bowes Museum
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Workshop
Barnard Castle
Fashion isn’t just what you wear – it’s a statement. A form of protest. Explore pieces from Vivienne Westwood’s collection and uncover how she used fashion to challenge power and how you can use creativity to make your voice heard.
Dates
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- 29 July 2026to26 Aug 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
Front Row: Making Westwood - The Bowes Museum
Type
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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
Snakes & Shakes - Lanchester Garden Centre
Type
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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
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