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Regular farmers markets takes place across the county, showcasing wholesome, organic and healthy produce from an abundance of excellent local food producers.

From the finest meats to delicious cheeses and freshly baked breads to seasonal vegetables, it’s all readily available at Durham’s farmers markets. And don’t miss the annual Bishop Auckland Food Festival each April, which is the biggest food festival in the county. A celebration of local food, producers and chefs and set in a historical and scenic market town, it’s a favourite in the foodie’s calendar.

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  1. Text reads, 'Movie Sing Along' against a background of stars and a red curtain.

    Add Children’s Movie Sing Along Family Festive Show to your Itinerary

    Children’s Movie Sing Along Family Festive Show

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    Christmas and New Year

    Sedgefield

    This is not just a show, it’s an extravaganza. A journey through the most magical movies including all your favourite songs from Sing to Encanto there’s something for everyone.

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    11 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 16:00
    More info for Children’s Movie Sing Along Family Festive Show
  2. Image of the Jersey Boys standing together in suits.

    Add The Jersey Boys Afternoon Festive Show to your Itinerary

    The Jersey Boys Afternoon Festive Show

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    Concert

    Sedgefield

    Tribute to the Sensational Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons with a hint of The Overtones.

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    14 Dec 2022to15 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 16:00
    More info for The Jersey Boys Afternoon Festive Show
  3. Text reads, 'Disco Party Night' against a background of purple disco lights.

    Add Festive Disco Party Night at Hardwick Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    Festive Disco Party Night at Hardwick Hall Hotel

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    Christmas and New Year

    Sedgefield

    Join us for an evening of party fun and merriment with our resident ‘Zodiac DJ’ playing classics from across the decades to now!

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    25 Nov 2022Open 18:30 - 00:30
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    2 Dec 2022Open 18:30 - 00:30
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    10 Dec 2022Open 18:30 - 00:30
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    23 Dec 2022Open 18:30 - 00:30
    More info for Festive Disco Party Night at Hardwick Hall Hotel
  4. Image of Freddie Mercury tribute act.

    Add Royal Rhapsody Festive Party Night to your Itinerary

    Royal Rhapsody Festive Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    Sedgefield

    Paying homage to the talent of Freddie Mercury and the music of Queen, Royal Rhapsody brings a commanding stage presence and authentic sound as you rock out to all the hits.

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    3 Dec 2022Open 18:30 -
    More info for Royal Rhapsody Festive Party Night
  5. Image of snowflakes and twinkling stars on a poster which reads, 'New Year's Eve 2022 Party Night'.

    Add New Year's Eve Celebration in the Clubhouse to your Itinerary

    New Year's Eve Celebration in the Clubhouse

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Join us in the Clubhouse for our fabulous New Year's Eve Celebration.

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    31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for New Year's Eve Celebration in the Clubhouse
  6. Poster reads, 'Relive the 90s' accompanied by an image of a DJ and set. smiling faces and neon lights.

    Add New Year's Eve Party in the Bishop's Suite to your Itinerary

    New Year's Eve Party in the Bishop's Suite

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Party all night long this New Year’s Eve to the dance floor fillers of the Hacienda and Ministry of Sound with Re-Live The 90s.

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    31 Dec 2022Open 18:30 - 02:00
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  7. Wine glasses and fireworks.

    Add New Year's Eve All Inclusive Gala to your Itinerary

    New Year's Eve All Inclusive Gala

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    New Years Eve

    Durham

    The evening entertainment is performed by the sensational Unity. This stunning vocal show features three outstanding male tenors performing in perfect harmony.

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    31 Dec 2022Open 19:30 - 02:00
    More info for New Year's Eve All Inclusive Gala
  8. Image of Santa Claus.

    Add Children's Christmas Party in The Clubhouse to your Itinerary

    Children's Christmas Party in The Clubhouse

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Bring the children to meet Santa in the Clubhouse. Includes food, disco, party games and visit from Santa.

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    21 Dec 2022Open 18:00 - 21:00
    More info for Children's Christmas Party in The Clubhouse
  9. Text reads, 'Movie Sing Along Show' against a background of a theatre curtain.

    Add Elf Christmas Party at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa to your Itinerary

    Elf Christmas Party at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    A journey through the most magical movies including all your favourite songs from Sing to Encanto there’s something for everyone. So get your vocal chords ready we don’t just want to see you we want to hear you all too!!!

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    18 Dec 2022Open 12:30 - 15:00
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    23 Dec 2022Open 12:30 - 15:00
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  10. Text reads, 'Christmas Disco Party Nights' surrounded by images of snowflakes and disco lights.

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    Christmas Disco Party Nights at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Join us for an evening of party, fun and merriment. The Best Christmas disco party night in town!

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    1 Dec 2022to18 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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    23 Dec 2022Open 18:30 - 00:30
    More info for Christmas Disco Party Nights at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
  11. Image of a microphone, and neon lights showing a smiling face and the words, 'Comedy Club'.

    Add Christmas Comedy Club Night at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa to your Itinerary

    Christmas Comedy Club Night at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    If it’s a night of fun and laughter you are looking for, then come along to our Christmas Comedy Club evening at Ramside Hall!

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    25 Nov 2022Open 18:30 - 00:00
    More info for Christmas Comedy Club Night at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf & Spa
  12. Christmas Market at Raby Castle. Image shows a stall of festive sweet treats and trinkets on display.

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    Christmas Market at Raby Castle

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    Christmas Markets

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    Christmas is a magical time at Raby and one of our highlights of the festive season is our Christmas Market.

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    3 Dec 2022to4 Dec 2022
    More info for Christmas Market at Raby Castle
  13. Image by David Forster. High Force Waterfall surrounded by snow and ice.

    Add High Force Winter Wonderland Trail to your Itinerary

    High Force Winter Wonderland Trail

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    Christmas and New Year

    Forest In Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Wrap up warm and enjoy a wintery walk to High Force Waterfall this December.

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    1 Dec 2022to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for High Force Winter Wonderland Trail
  14. Image shows a selection of Christmas treats at Raby Castle.

    Add Christmas Shopping Evening at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Christmas Shopping Evening at Raby Castle

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    Join us for mulled wine and merriment at our exclusive Christmas Shop launch evening. Be welcomed to Raby after hours for a festive evening of shopping and dining, accompanied by jingling Christmas music.

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    3 Nov 2022
    More info for Christmas Shopping Evening at Raby Castle
  15. Christmas Fair at Beamish Hall Hotel. Image of a family enjoying browsing Christmas treats and trinkets.

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    Christmas Fair 2022 at Beamish Hall Hotel

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    Stanley

    A triple festive treat shopping extravaganza. See the Hall at its fabulously festive best and peruse the stalls displaying their specialist wares from pretty ornaments and gifts to scrumptious treats and drinks!

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    18 Nov 2022to20 Nov 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Christmas Fair 2022 at Beamish Hall Hotel
  16. Spennymoor Monthly Market

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    Spennymoor

    Come along to Spennymoor Monthly Market, held in Spennymoor Leisure Centre, where you'll find lots of amazing local crafters and traders offering unique and personalised gifts along with handmade sweet treats, cakes and bakes. 

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    3 Sept 2022Open 10:00 - 14:00
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  17. Image for Sedgefield Show showing cartoon animals, flowers, vegetables and jams.

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    Sedgefield Show

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    Sedgefield

    Sedgefield Show look forward to welcoming you to their 167th event on Saturday 13th August 2022.

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  18. Image of a person pouring coffee through a filter.

    Add Coffee Event with Afternoon Tea to your Itinerary

    Coffee Event with Afternoon Tea

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    Stanley

    Join us as we delve into the wonderful world of coffee. Durham Coffee will be hosting this fantastic event and are a father-daughter duo with a passion for coffee and a love for the North-East.

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    23 Oct 2022Open 11:00 -
    More info for Coffee Event with Afternoon Tea
  19. Image of a delicious scone with clotted cream at Wynyard Hall.

    Add Gardens Afternoon Tea at Wynyard Hall to your Itinerary

    Gardens Afternoon Tea at Wynyard Hall

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    Afternoon Tea is a regal affair and now it’s one you can take with you! At the Gardens Café, we’re serving up Afternoon Tea daily, and what’s more, you can take it with you for a picnic either into the Gardens or down onto the Woodland Walk, either…

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    2 Aug 2022to1 Dec 2022
    More info for Gardens Afternoon Tea at Wynyard Hall
  20. Image of a selection of goods from the Farmer's Market at Wynyard Hall.

    Add Northern Dales Farmer’s Market at Wynyard Hall to your Itinerary

    Northern Dales Farmer’s Market at Wynyard Hall

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    Markets

    Wynyard

    Head to our fabulous walled garden and visit the award winning food and drink producers from Northern Dales Farmer’s Market. The Northern Dales Farmer’s Market takes place on the 3rd Sunday of every month.

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    From:
    16 Jan 2022to20 Nov 2022
    More info for Northern Dales Farmer’s Market at Wynyard Hall
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