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Grassholme Observatory Events

Discover more about Durham’s dark skies at events and workshops at Britain’s newest observatory.

Immerse yourself in the wonders of the cosmos with Grassholme Observatory's captivating events. Join us for awe-inspiring stargazing sessions, astronomy workshops, and guided observatory tours in the heart of Durham. Explore the mysteries of the night sky, learn from expert talks and lectures, and engage in celestial experiences suitable for all ages. Plan your visit to Grassholme Observatory and embark on a celestial journey, discovering the beauty of the universe right here in Durham.

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  1. Jack and the Beanstalk logo with cast members

    Add Jack and the Beanstalk - Gala Durham to your Itinerary

    Jack and the Beanstalk - Gala Durham

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    Pantomimes

    Durham City

    Join Jack and his friends as we are transported to a land of magical creatures and a very hungry Giant.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Jack and the Beanstalk - Gala Durham
  2. Illustration of a Masquerade Ball

    Add Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball - Manor House Hotel & Spa, West Auckland to your Itinerary

    Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball - Manor House Hotel & Spa, West Auckland

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    Valentines Day

    West Auckland, Bishop Auckland

    Step into a night of mystery and thrill at our Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball, co-hosted by the one and only Dean Midas! This exclusive event is inspired by the chilling, award-winning short slasher films shot in the same building by Dean Midas…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Feb 2026Open 19:00 - 00:00
    More info for Eve Valentine's Masquerade Ball - Manor House Hotel & Spa, West Auckland
  3. Durham Brass Festival logo on colourful backdrop of Durham.

    Durham Brass Festival 2026

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    Festival

    Durham

    BRASS is back in 2026 with a fantastic programme of brass-inspired events coming to Durham from 12 - 19 July. 

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    From:
    12 July 2026to19 July 2026
    More info for Durham Brass Festival 2026
  4. Impressionist seascape painting depicting a rocky shoreline with waves crashing against the coast.

    Add Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum

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    Exhibition

    Barnard Castle

    Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum is a major partnership between The Bowes Museum and the Musée d'Art Moderne André Malraux (MuMa), Le Havre.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026to14 Mar 2027Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Impressions of Light: Masterpieces from MuMa – Le Havre and The Bowes Museum
  5. Fairy lights and warm lighting leading to South Causey Inn's Bar and Restaurant area.

    Add Edible Experience: Home Alone at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Edible Experience: Home Alone at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    This Christmas, step into the world of one of the most beloved festive films of all time as South Causey Inn presents the second in our Edible Experience series – Home Alone, celebrating its 35th anniversary this year.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Edible Experience: Home Alone at South Causey Inn
  6. Cartoon image of a woman, wearing a tiara, sitting on a throne, reading a book

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    Books at the Hearth - The Auckland Project

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    Children/Family events

    Bishop Auckland

    Take some time out for yourself and get lost in a good book. At this friendly, drop-in book club you can bring something you’re already reading or pick from our shared shelf. Fourth Sunday of every month.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    13 Oct 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Books at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
  7. Snow covered double decker bus at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas Eve Afternoon Tea at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Step into a world of festive enchantment, where the joy of Christmas Eve comes alive...

    Dates

    From:
    24 Dec 2025Open 13:30 -
    More info for Christmas Eve Afternoon Tea at South Causey Inn
  8. Peter Miskin showing a guest how to prepare seafood.

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    Seafood Masterclass with Executive Chef Peter Miskin

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    Master Class

    Stanley

    Learn to prepare, cook, and enjoy the finest seafood, with Executive Chef, Peter Miskin...

    Discover the secrets of preparing and cooking the finest seafood in this exclusive hands-on masterclass at South Causey Inn, led by our Executive Chef, Peter…

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    From:
    17 Jan 2026Open 11:00 -
    More info for Seafood Masterclass with Executive Chef Peter Miskin
  9. Durham Choral Society: An Evening with Will Todd: jazz Missa Brevis, Passion Music and a set from 'All Will be Well'

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    An Evening with Will Todd: Jazz Missa Brevis, Passion Music and a set from 'All Will be Well'

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Durham Choral Society invites you to a celebration of the music of Durham-born composer Will Todd.

    Dates

    From:
    24 Jan 2026Open 19:00 - 22:00
    More info for An Evening with Will Todd: Jazz Missa Brevis, Passion Music and a set from 'All Will be Well'
  10. Stalls at Sedgefield Farmers Market on the village green

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    Sedgefield Farmers Market

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    Markets

    Sedgefield

    The market is run by Sedgefield Development Trust - and is held every first Sunday of the Month, on the village green, from 8.30am to 12.30pm - and includes a free community stall, music tent & health bus.

    The free stall is available to clubs and…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Sedgefield Farmers Market
  11. Children playing at The Bowes Museum

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    Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum

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    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Time for The Bowes’ youngest visitors to explore and play in the Conversation Gallery, investigate materials and be creative in this self-led, free-play session.

    Dates

    From:
    2 Jan 2025to8 Jan 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Stay and Play - The Bowes Museum
  12. A frosty, snowy day with High Force waterfall in the distance.

    Add The High Force Polar Quest to your Itinerary

    The High Force Polar Quest

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Forest in Teesdale

    Step into a frosty woodland world full of winter magic on our self-led High Force Polar Quest Trail.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
    More info for The High Force Polar Quest
  13. Cliffecon 2026 advertising poster with event date and location

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    Cliffecon 2026

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    Children/Family events

    Newton Aycliffe

    Cliffecon 2026 is a comic con and pop culture event in County Durham.

    Dates

    From:
    9 May 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Cliffecon 2026
  14. Angela Barnes

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    Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST

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    Type:

    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    A brand-new stand-up show from Angela Barnes, star of Mock The Week and Live at The Apollo. Angela is a worrier. Whatever it is, she'll worry about it. But don't let that worry you – she'll worry enough for the both of you.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Feb 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Funny Way To Be Comedy: Angela Barnes - ANGST
  15. The Pitman's Parliament room in Redhills Miners Hall

    Add Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour to your Itinerary

    Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour

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    Type:

    Heritage

    Durham City

    Whether you’re passionate about Durham’s coalfield heritage, curious about social change, or simply looking for a unique experience, a Redhills tour offers a rare insight into the power of community and solidarity.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Jan 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
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    21 Jan 2026Open 11:00 - 12:30
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    31 Jan 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
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    28 Feb 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
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    4 Mar 2026Open 16:00 - 17:30
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    15 Mar 2026Open 12:00 - 13:30
    More info for Discover Redhills: Past, Present and Future Guided Tour
  16. Gordon Buchanan standing in front of a lake.

    Add Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham to your Itinerary

    Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham

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    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham

    Due to phenomenal demand, award winning wildlife photographer and filmmaker Gordon Buchanan will hit the road again in 2026, continuing the success of his biggest ever live tour - Lions and Tigers and Bears.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Feb 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for Lions and Tigers and Bears with Gordon Buchanan - Gala Durham
  17. Snow White emerging from a mirror holding an apple.

    Add Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate to your Itinerary

    Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Consett

    Mirror, mirror, on the wall, don't miss the fairest panto of them all!

    Dates

    From:
    16 Dec 2025to28 Dec 2025
    More info for Snow White at The Roxy Theatre, Leadgate
  18. Founders of For the Love of the North Paul and Lucy Hull stand hand-in-hand beside an old stone wall and a vintage signpost in a quaint village.

    Add Front Row Talks: Paul and Lucy Hull - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Front Row Talks: Paul and Lucy Hull - The Bowes Museum

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    Talks

    Barnard Castle

    Just like The Bowes Museum, For the Love of the North celebrates artists, designers and makers. Join Paul and Lucy Hull for an inspiring talk on supporting Northern creatives and how thoughtful design can deepen our connections with the places we…

    Dates

    From:
    8 Mar 2026Open 14:30 - 15:30
    More info for Front Row Talks: Paul and Lucy Hull - The Bowes Museum
  19. Group of people enjoying New Year's Eve at the Radisson Blu

    Add New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant to your Itinerary

    New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant

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    New Years Eve

    Durham City

    Say goodbye to the old and toast in the new with an evening of sensational food, entertainment and great company in our Józef’s Riverside restaurant.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Dec 2025
    More info for New Year’s Eve Celebrations at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant
  20. A man playing a guitar.

    Add The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists to your Itinerary

    The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists

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    Type:

    Performance

    Durham City

    Neil Gore, presents this SELL OUT one-person version of the classic novel by Robert Tressell featuring projection, political conjuring tricks, live music and song. Meet the famous characters and enjoy the scenes, speeches and songs, featuring the…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Mar 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for The Ragged Trousered Philanthropists
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