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  1. Add Sunflower Trail - East Grange Farm to your Itinerary

    Sunflower Trail - East Grange Farm

    Type

    Type:

    Summer Event

    Durham

    Welcome to our 12-acre field bursting with 2,000,000 sunflowers! That's the equivalent of strolling through a field stretching across 7 football pitches!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 15:00
    More info for Sunflower Trail - East Grange Farm

  2. Add Durham Orchid Show - Botanic Garden to your Itinerary

    Durham Orchid Show - Botanic Garden

    Type

    Type:

    Agricultural Show

    Durham

    The North East of England Orchid Society, Durham University and the Botanic Garden present the Durham Orchid Show and Craft Fair at Josephine Butler College.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Durham Orchid Show - Botanic Garden

  3. Add Christmas Family Explorer - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens to your Itinerary

    Christmas Family Explorer - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Darlington

    Make magical memories this Christmas with one simple, all-inclusive ticket. Step into The Enchanted Forest, immerse yourself in Raby Castle at Christmas & enjoy the Deer Park & Walled Gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026to3 Jan 2027Open 10:00 - 14:00
    More info for Christmas Family Explorer - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

  4. Add Harvest Hand Tied Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Harvest Hand Tied Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Darlington

    Join Periwinkle Barn in the Conservatory at Raby Castle, Park & Gardens for a beautifully relaxed autumn floristry workshop, set against views over the Walled Gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2026Open 10:30 -
    More info for Harvest Hand Tied Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  5. Add Gardening Through The Seasons with Becky Crowley - Autumn - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Gardening Through The Seasons with Becky Crowley - Autumn - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Talks

    Staindrop

    Step into the atmospheric autumn gardens of Raby Castle for an inspiring morning of hands‑on learning with Becky Crowley.

    Venue

    Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop

    Dates

    From:
    17 Oct 2026Open 10:30 - 12:00
    More info for Gardening Through The Seasons with Becky Crowley - Autumn - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  6. Add Dried Flower Wreath Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Dried Flower Wreath Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Darlington

    Join Deborah from Periwinkle Barn in the Conservatory at Raby Castle, Park & Gardens for a beautifully relaxed autumn dried flower wreath workshop, set against views over the Walled Gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2026Open 10:30 -
    More info for Dried Flower Wreath Workshop - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  7. Add Sons and Daughters of Leadgate - The Willow Burn Hospice Café and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Sons and Daughters of Leadgate - The Willow Burn Hospice Café and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Lanchester

    Sons and Daughters of Leadgate is a documentary portrait of the well-known, much-loved characters who have shaped and are still shaping the social history of Leadgate. We're hoping to rope in every corner of the village to ensure we capture the true…

    Dates

    From:
    30 June 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Sons and Daughters of Leadgate - The Willow Burn Hospice Café and Gardens

  8. Add Heritage Open Days - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Heritage Open Days - Crook Hall Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Durham

    Free entry to enjoy the beautiful gardens and Medieval Hall

    Dates

    From:
    16 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    19 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Heritage Open Days - Crook Hall Gardens

  9. Add Stargazing at Raby Castle - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Stargazing at Raby Castle - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Darlington

    History Meets The Heavens. Step Into the Past… and Look to the Stars. Experience the magic of the night sky in one of the North East’s most iconic settings. Set within the historic grounds of Raby Castle, this unique stargazing event pairs centuries…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026
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    12 Dec 2026
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    9 Jan 2027
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    13 Feb 2027
    More info for Stargazing at Raby Castle - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  10. Add Durham parkrun to your Itinerary

    Durham parkrun

    Type

    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Stockton Rd , Durham

    A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Nearby Sunday 2k junior parkrun events for 4 to 14 year olds and their families can be found here.

    Dates

    From:
    3 Jan 2026to26 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Durham parkrun

  11. Add Bark in the Park Dog Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Bark in the Park Dog Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Dog-Friendly

    Staindrop

    It's a paw-some day out for dogs and their humans, come and join the fun!

    Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Bark in the Park, one of the best dog-friendly events in North East England! Hosted in the beautiful grounds of Raby Castle, County…

    Venue

    Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop

    Dates

    From:
    27 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Bark in the Park Dog Show - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  12. Add Right Track Theatre: Off and On by Ben Cawood - Durham Castle to your Itinerary

    Right Track Theatre: Off and On by Ben Cawood - Durham Castle

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham

    All aboard for a side-splitting farcical ride!

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2026Open 14:30 -
    More info for Right Track Theatre: Off and On by Ben Cawood - Durham Castle

  13. Add Seaham Stories: A Coastal Walking Tour - Seaham Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    Seaham Stories: A Coastal Walking Tour - Seaham Hall Hotel

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Event

    Seaham

    Step beyond the gates of Seaham Hall and discover the stories, heritage, and coastal beauty that have shaped Seaham through the years, guided by those who know it best.

    Dates

    From:
    19 Sept 2026Open 13:00 -
    More info for Seaham Stories: A Coastal Walking Tour - Seaham Hall Hotel

  14. Add Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens - parkrun to your Itinerary

    Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens - parkrun

    Type

    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Durham

    A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Nearby Sunday 2k junior parkrun events for 4 to 14 year olds and their families can be found here.

    Dates

    From:
    3 Jan 2026to26 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens - parkrun

  15. Add Castle in Bloom - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Castle in Bloom - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Nature

    Staindrop

    A summer of celebrating the beauty of nature through experiences and events.

    Dates

    From:
    2 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
    More info for Castle in Bloom - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  16. Add South Causey Monthly Dog Walk to your Itinerary

    South Causey Monthly Dog Walk

    Type

    Type:

    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

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for South Causey Monthly Dog Walk

  17. Add Mental Health Swims - Seaham to your Itinerary

    Mental Health Swims - Seaham

    Type

    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Seaham

    Mental Health Swims is an award-winning, mental health peer support community. The regular dip at Seaham takes place on the last Sunday of every month - booking required.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Mental Health Swims - Seaham

  18. Add A Summer Afternoon in Bloom - Seaham Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    A Summer Afternoon in Bloom - Seaham Hall Hotel

    Type

    Type:

    Summer Event

    Seaham

    Arrive at Seaham Hall for an elegant afternoon of floristry, indulgence, and creativity, as you are guided through the art of creating your own beautiful summer bouquet basket by expert florist, Kathy.

    Dates

    From:
    16 Aug 2026Open 15:00 - 17:30
    More info for A Summer Afternoon in Bloom - Seaham Hall Hotel

  19. Add Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall to your Itinerary

    Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall

    Type

    Type:

    Stargazing Events

    Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Looking for a unique and educational family activity in October? Join us for a Family Stargazing Adventure at High Force, a professionally hosted evening designed especially for young explorers aged 5–15.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
    More info for Family Stargazing at High Force - High Force Hotel and Waterfall

  20. Add Knight School - Auckland Palace and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Knight School - Auckland Palace and Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    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

    From:
    12 Aug 2026to16 Aug 2026Open 10:30 - 15:45
    More info for Knight School - Auckland Palace and Gardens