Historic Events

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   Magna Carta and the North - Durham Cathedral

   Type

   Type:

   Exhibition

   Durham City

   800 years after the 1225 Magna Carta was issued, this exhibition features all six documents, exploring why Durham Cathedral came to have them, what they meant for life in the north of England, and their continuing importance today.

   Dates

   From:

   11 July 2025to2 Nov 2025Open 10:00 -

   More info for Magna Carta and the North - Durham Cathedral
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   Spanish Gallery - Murillo: Master of the Golden Age Exhibition

   Type

   Type:

   Exhibition

   Bishop Auckland

   Step into the splendour of Spain’s Golden Age through the work of Bartolomé Esteban Murillo - one of the most celebrated and enduring artists of his time.

   Venue

   The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

   Dates

   From:

   29 July 2025to31 Dec 2025

   More info for Spanish Gallery - Murillo: Master of the Golden Age Exhibition
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   Magna Carta - Secret Spaces - Durham Cathedral

   Type

   Type:

   Historical

   Durham

   Join us on this exclusive tour of the Cathedral’s secret spaces that are rarely open to the general public.

   Dates

   From:

   28 Aug 2025Open 13:00 -

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   4 Sept 2025Open 13:00 -

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   11 Sept 2025Open 13:00 -

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   2 Oct 2025Open 13:00 -

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   23 Oct 2025Open 13:00 -

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   28 Oct 2025Open 13:00 -

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   1 Nov 2025Open 13:00 -

   More info for Magna Carta - Secret Spaces - Durham Cathedral
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   Kynren - An Epic Tale of England - 2025

   Type

   Type:

   Performance

   Bishop Auckland

   Travel through 2,000 years of history in a single unforgettable evening! Watch as legends come to life – Vikings storm ashore, battles rage, and heroes rise beneath a sky ablaze with magic and fire.
   In 2025, celebrate the 200th anniversary of the…

   Awards

   • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
   • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025

   Dates

   From:

   30 Aug 2025Open 20:15 -

   From:

   6 Sept 2025Open 20:00 -

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   13 Sept 2025Open 19:45 -

   More info for Kynren - An Epic Tale of England - 2025
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   Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral

   Type

   Type:

   Walking Event

   The College, Durham

   Discover the hidden history of the woods and riverbanks that form the spectacular setting for the cathedral. Explore their historic features and trace their change from defensive site to Victorian pleasure garden on this 1.5-mile-long walk.

   Dates

   From:

   30 Aug 2025Open 10:30 -

   From:

   27 Sept 2025Open 10:30 -

   More info for Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral
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   Slow Art at Raby Castle

   Type

   Type:

   Historical

   Staindrop

   Take a moment to slow down and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection. Each month,…

   Dates

   From:

   2 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00

   From:

   7 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 11:00

   More info for Slow Art at Raby Castle
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   Special Tour: Raby and The Royal Family - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

   Type

   Type:

   Historical

   Staindrop

   Raby's hugely popular tour commemorating the castle's historic links with royalty returns for 2025. Beginning with Raby's origins as a manor belonging to King Canute in the early 11th century, we will guide you through almost 1,000 years of Raby's…

   Dates

   From:

   6 Sept 2025Open 10:00 -

   From:

   11 Oct 2025Open 10:00 -

   More info for Special Tour: Raby and The Royal Family - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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   Magna Carta Uncovered with Marie-Thérèse, Exhibitions & Collections Officer

   Type

   Type:

   Talks

   Durham

   Join us for a series of free talks on the history and legacy of Magna Carta.

   Dates

   From:

   10 Sept 2025Open 18:30 -

   From:

   2 Oct 2025Open 18:30 -

   More info for Magna Carta Uncovered with Marie-Thérèse, Exhibitions & Collections Officer
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   Durham Market Hall History Tours

   Type

   Type:

   Walking Event

   Durham City

   Come and enjoy free history tours of Durham Market Hall, hosted by local historian and archivist, David Butler.

   Dates

   From:

   10 Sept 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30

   From:

   12 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30

   More info for Durham Market Hall History Tours
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    Heritage Open Days - Durham Town Hall

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Durham City

    One of Durham’s best kept secrets, the Town Hall has been a centre of life in this historic city for more than 650 years. Join us for talks and activities including talks from the current Mayor, the Mayor's Bodyguard and the Durham City Freemen.

    Dates

    From:

    12 Sept 2025to13 Sept 2025Open 11:00 -

    From:

    19 Sept 2025to20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 -

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Durham Town Hall
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    Heritage Open Days 2025

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    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 local people and organisations, and thousands of volunteers.

    Dates

    From:

    12 Sept 2025to21 Sept 2025

    More info for Heritage Open Days 2025
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    Heritage Open Days - St Cuthbert’s Catholic Church

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    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Durham City

    Visit this simple, peaceful church to rest a while or to see the stunning window by the world-famous Irish stained glass artist Harry Clarke or works by renowned local sculptor Fenwick Lawson.
    

    Dates

    From:

    12 Sept 2025to14 Sept 2025Various Opening Times

    More info for Heritage Open Days - St Cuthbert’s Catholic Church
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    Heritage Open Days - Church of our Lady of Mercy and St. Godric

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    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Durham City

    Between the train and the bus stations, a landmark in the Durham City Conservation Area, St. Godric's Grade II listed church was designed by Edward Pugin. Opened in 1864 it has beautiful examples of Victorian stained glass and a fine high altar.

    Dates

    From:

    12 Sept 2025to13 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

    From:

    19 Sept 2025to20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 17:00

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Church of our Lady of Mercy and St. Godric
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    Heritage Open Days - Durham Castle: Self-Guided Day

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Palace Green, Durham City

    A free self-guided visit to Durham Castle to enjoy the historic and beautiful surroundings at your own pace.

    Dates

    From:

    13 Sept 2025

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Durham Castle: Self-Guided Day
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    Heritage Open Days at The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Barnard Castle

    Discover the architecture of buildings, fashion, art and landscapes through artist-led workshops, interactive trails and behind-the-scenes access to fascinating collections and archives. A fun, free day out for all with plenty to do and explore.
    

    Dates

    From:

    13 Sept 2025to14 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30

    More info for Heritage Open Days at The Bowes Museum
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    Heritage Open Days - St Mary the Virgin, Easington

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Easington Village, Peterlee

    A 12th century Parish Church, with evidence of Saxon origins. The building contains Medieval pieces.
    

    Dates

    From:

    13 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

    From:

    20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00

    More info for Heritage Open Days - St Mary the Virgin, Easington
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    Women of Raby Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Historical

    Staindrop

    This exclusive event at Raby Castle highlights stories of some of the fascinating women who once walked our halls. From the familiar history of Cecily Neville, known as the 'Rose of Raby', to the lesser-known experiences of the women who worked in…

    Dates

    From:

    13 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00

    From:

    27 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00

    More info for Women of Raby Tour - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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    Heritage Open Days - Kepier Hospital and Loggia

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Kepier Lane, Durham City

    Guided tour with Martin Roberts of the Grade I and II * listed buildings and scheduled ancient monument of the medieval hospital at Kepier, once the richest in County Durham.

    Dates

    From:

    14 Sept 2025Open 11:00 -

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Kepier Hospital and Loggia
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    Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Durham City

    Sunday 14th Sept, Durham School will open its doors to the public. The Chapel will be open with volunteers answering questions and playing the organ. There will also be a tour of the school, exploring its 600-year history.
    

    Dates

    From:

    14 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 16:00

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel
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    Heritage Open Days - Brancepeth Castle Tour

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Brancepeth

    A guided tour of the exterior (weather permitting) and principal rooms.

    Venue

    Brancepeth Castle, Brancepeth

    Dates

    From:

    15 Sept 2025to18 Sept 2025Various Opening Times

    More info for Heritage Open Days - Brancepeth Castle Tour

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