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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. Durham Cricket Unwrap the Magic Early.  Advertising date and opening times.

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    Unwrap The Magic Early Christmas Party

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Chester-le-Street

    Join us on Saturday 29th November at Banks Homes Riverside for an enchanting night filled with festive cheer, joyful music, and twinkling lights, our way of helping you kick off the season before the December madness takes hold.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Unwrap The Magic Early Christmas Party
  2. Flowers in Auckland Palace Garden

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    Auckland Gardens Tour at Auckland Palace

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    Talks

    Bishop Auckland

    Join our weekly ‘walk and talk’ sessions with our dedicated volunteers as they reveal the story behind the gardens and highlight special features. Wednesday and Saturday.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2025to29 Dec 2025
    More info for Auckland Gardens Tour at Auckland Palace
  3. Close-up of Jodie Fitzgibbon performing

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    Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn

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    Music Event

    Stanley

    Sit with us and enjoy live music every Friday, where we welcome a brilliant mix of local musicians from all across the North East to our cosy indoor bar - with a roaring log-burning fire.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn
  4. Someone making a Christmas Wreath

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    Wreath Making at Beamish Hall Hotel

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    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Indulge with a glass of fizz as you arrive and join us to design and create your own Christmas door wreath or table centrepiece in stunning surroundings.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2025Open 12:00 - 14:00
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    30 Nov 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
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    1 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    4 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
    More info for Wreath Making at Beamish Hall Hotel
  5. Two girls drawing at the Young Artists' Club - The Auckland Project

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    No.42 - Young Artists’ Club - The Auckland Project

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    Local Events

    Bishop Auckland

    Discover the works of great artists throughout history, and create your own pieces of art. Thursdays.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    29 July 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for No.42 - Young Artists’ Club - The Auckland Project
  6. A festive afternoon tea at the High Force Hotel, a selection of cakes, sandwiches and scones

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    Festive Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel and Waterfall

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Forest-in-Teesdale

    Celebrate the festive season in the heart of the North Pennines National Landscape with our much-loved Festive Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel.

    Dates

    From:
    7 Dec 2025Open 16:30 -
    From:
    14 Dec 2025Open 16:30 -
    From:
    21 Dec 2025Open 16:30 -
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel and Waterfall
  7. A photo of Santa Claus, and a child wearing a Christmas hat.

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    Winter Wonderland - Adventure Valley

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    Christmas and New Year

    Brasside, Durham

    Winter Wonderland is back for 2025 at Adventure Valley! From the 29th November to the 21st December – Each Weekend AND the 22nd, 23rd December & 24th December. In the ‘Christmas week’.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    From:
    22 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Winter Wonderland - Adventure Valley
  8. Advert for Joseph and his Technicolour Dreamcoat with details of event including time and location with image of Joseph

    Add Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat to your Itinerary

    Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat

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    Theatre

    Chester le Street

    CAOS Musical Theatre Company's production of this family favourite.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Nov 2025to15 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat
  9. The Grinch in front of a Christmas tree.

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    Merry Grinchmas Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre

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    Christmas and New Year

    Lanchester

    Join us for a delicious cooked breakfast, fun and photos with your favourite green mischievous character that stole Christmas.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to30 Nov 2025Open 09:00 - 10:30
    More info for Merry Grinchmas Breakfast - Lanchester Garden Centre
  10. Someone making a Christmas Wreath

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    Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Join us for a charming wreath-making experience with estate-grown greenery, a glass of prosecco, and a delicious festive afternoon tea.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 14:00 - 17:00
    More info for Wreath Making and Afternoon Tea
  11. LGBTQIA+ Object Trail at The Bowes Museum

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    LGBTQIA+ Object Trail - The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    Explore The Bowes Museum’s collection through a different lens and learn about the stories and emotions objects hold through the lived experiences of those who identify as LGBTQIA+.

    Dates

    From:
    1 May 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for LGBTQIA+ Object Trail - The Bowes Museum
  12. Toy.51 Model Train Set c.1840s at The Bowes Museum. Photography by Claire Collinson.

    Add S&DR200 - Dressed for Departure: Fashion in the Age of Rail to your Itinerary

    S&DR200 - Dressed for Departure: Fashion in the Age of Rail

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Barnard Castle

    An exhibition showcasing historic fashion, toys and artworks that reflect on how the railway reshaped lives and culture.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Sept 2025to1 Feb 2026
    More info for S&DR200 - Dressed for Departure: Fashion in the Age of Rail
  13. Silhouette of boyband members on stage

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    VOX Mix Boyband Experience - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    A throwback night of boy band classics with smooth vocals, slick moves and all-out energy. Expect a feel-good set-list that keeps the dancefloor packed from start to finish. Bring your best karaoke spirit and get ready to sing along.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 00:00
    More info for VOX Mix Boyband Experience - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  14. The organ in St Peter's Chapel  at Auckland Palace

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    Organ Recital Series at Auckland Palace

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    Type:

    Music Event

    Bishop Auckland

    The popular Organ Recital Series returns to St Peter’s Chapel.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 13:00 - 14:00
    More info for Organ Recital Series at Auckland Palace
  15. The Darling Dollies posing for a photo in red vintage dresses with vintage hair and makeup.

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    The Darling Dollies with Afternoon Tea - Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Chester le Street

    Step into vintage glamour and festive cheer with an Afternoon Tea with the sensational Darling Dollies! Enjoy delicious treats and sparkling tunes as they perform classic Christmas  favourites and selections from their signature repertoire, all…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Dec 2025Open 13:00 - 15:45
    From:
    20 Dec 2025to21 Dec 2025Open 13:00 - 15:45
    More info for The Darling Dollies with Afternoon Tea - Lumley Castle Hotel
  16. Silhouette of a person photographing The Milky Way from the hillside

    Add Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory to your Itinerary

    Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory

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    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    nr Mickleton

    Due to popular demand, we have laid on this exclusive event to educate the little ones on all things spacey!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30
    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 19:30
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    10 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
    From:
    24 Jan 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
    From:
    7 Feb 2026Open 18:00 - 19:30
    From:
    21 Feb 2026Open 10:00 - 11:30
    More info for Family Astronomy - Grassholme Observatory
  17. Advertising poster with an image of Santa stuck upside down in a chimney and title and date of event.

    Add Operation Save Santa to your Itinerary

    Operation Save Santa

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Looking for a Christmas adventure with a difference? Brand new for Christmas 2025 in Durham City Centre 27th Nov - 4th Jan. Durham Escape Rooms has all the answers to make the best experience for the whole family, friends and colleagues this season.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
    More info for Operation Save Santa
  18. Jimmy Regal and The Royals performing on stage.

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    Jimmy Regal and The Royals - Claypath Delicatessen

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Nominated by the UK Blues Federation in 2024 for band of the year and album of the year, Jimmy Regal and the Royals are one of the UK's most exciting and original bands on the circuit.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 18:30 - 21:00
    More info for Jimmy Regal and The Royals - Claypath Delicatessen
  19. Glitz & Glam - Party Night

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    Glitz & Glam - Party Night

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Dress to impress as you join us in the Knights Hall to celebrate the festive season in style.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    From:
    13 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:45
    More info for Glitz & Glam - Party Night
  20. Rosettes from the Durham County Show

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    The Durham County Show

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    Agricultural Show

    nr Thornley

    The Annual Durham County Show is a vibrant event featuring a variety of activities and attractions for all ages.

    Dates

    From:
    4 July 2026to5 July 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    More info for The Durham County Show
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