Durham, The Culture County
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S&DR200 Festival
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Festival
The 27 September 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR), which gave birth to the modern railway. To celebrate this landmark anniversary, the nine-month S&DR200 Festival will take place across…
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- 1 Mar 2025to31 May 2026
Joséphine, A Woman of Taste and Fashion - The Bowes Museum
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Discover the timeless elegance, craftsmanship and innovation of Joséphine Bowes’ textile collection.
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- 22 Mar 2025to1 Mar 2026
Journey of a Century: From the Forbidden City to the Palace Museum - Durham University Oriental Museum
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Exhibition
Durham City
Jointly organised by the Palace Museum and the Oriental Museum.
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- 26 Sept 2025to31 May 2026
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.
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- 14 Nov 2025to11 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
South Causey Monthly Dog Walk
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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.
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- 1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Fireside Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force
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Food Events
Forest-in-Teesdale, Durham
Monday - Saturday Celebrate in the heart of Upper Teesdale with our cosy Fireside Afternoon Tea at High Force Hotel.
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- 23 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest
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Children/Family events
Redford, Hamsterley Forest
This interactive family trail is packed with Room on the Broom themed activities, fascinating forest facts and plenty of hands-on fun.
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- 28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
Into the Wild And Step into Storytime at Hardwick Park
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Children/Family events
Sedgefield
Go wild with us this February half term. Build a den with your group, create a fire to toast bread to eat and enjoy a hot chocolate in the comfort of your den. Online booking required. (younger children require additional adult supervision during…
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- 7 Feb 2026to26 Feb 2026Various Opening Times
Family crafts: February half term at Crook Hall Gardens
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Family Fun
Get creative and make book-themed craft to take home.
Free, no need to book, just turn up and join in on the day. Normal admission applies.
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- 11 Feb 2026to26 Feb 2026
Books and bugs with Stacey Bone: February half term at Crook Hall Gardens
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Family Fun
Join local author Stacey Bone for a family-friendly event that will spark your imagination and creativity. Activities include:
- Design your own bug character mask (ongoing activity, drop in).
- Join Stacey for story time sessions at 10.30am, 11…
Dates
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- 13 Feb 2026to24 Feb 2026
Canny Creations: Wonderful North East Inventions - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Children/Family events
Beamish
Discover Canny Creations at Beamish Museum This Half Term
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North will some of the greatest inventions to come from the North East, from Saturday, 14th February until Sunday, 1st March.
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to1 Mar 2026
The High Force Space Adventure Trail
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Children/Family events
Forest-in-Teesdale
Spark your little one's curiosity on all things astronomy and space, whilst reaping the benefits of the outdoors in the beautiful setting of High Force Hotel & Waterfall. It is the perfect way to explore the wonders of the night sky, during the day!
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to29 Mar 2026
World Book Day trail: February half term at Crook Hall Gardens
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Family Fun
Step into a world of stories this February half term at Crook Hall Gardens. Unlock secrets hidden among the pages of your favourite books and become the hero of your own adventure. Every twist in the path brings a new challenge along this self-led…
Dates
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- 14 Feb 2026to8 Mar 2026
Active play: February half term at Crook Hall Gardens
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Family Fun
Get active and challenge your family with outdoor games and activities this half term holiday. Expect classic playground games and old fashioned fun.
Spend quality time together and make the most of being outside during the school holidays.
Free,…
Dates
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- 17 Feb 2026to25 Feb 2026
February half term activities at Durham Cathedral
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Festival
Enjoy a day out at Durham Cathedral and enjoy colouring activities, alongside free family-friendly mini tours of Durham Cathedral - celebrating 40 years as a UNESCO world heritage site!
Free Mini Tours
Monday 23 February - Friday 27 February,…
Dates
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- 20 Feb 2026to1 Mar 2026
Stargazing Suppers - High Force Hotel and Waterfall
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Dark Skies
Forest-in-Teesdale
Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.
Dates
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- 20 Feb 2026to21 Feb 2026
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- 27 Feb 2026to28 Feb 2026
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- 13 Mar 2026to14 Mar 2026
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- 19 Mar 2026to21 Mar 2026
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- 27 Mar 2026to28 Mar 2026
Chinese New Year 2026
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Children/Family events
Durham City
Celebrate the Chinese New Year in Durham City with a programme of exciting events.
Dates
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- 21 Feb 2026
Clay Pigeon Shoot at South Causey Inn
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Outdoor Event
Stanley
Experience the thrill of clay pigeon shooting in the beautiful Beamish Valley.
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- 21 Feb 2026
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Family Activities: Crowd Craft! - Durham University Oriental Museum
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Family Fun
Durham City
Calling all young crafters! Help us make some decorations for the Oriental Museum's Year of the Horse celebration later this month.
Dates
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- 21 Feb 2026Open 13:00 - 15:00
Lent Talks - Durham Cathedral
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Religious Event
Durham City
You are warmly invited to a series of discussions every Sunday during Lent. Each week will feature leading figures in the world of the creative arts in conversation with Reverend Canon Michael Hampel Vice-Dean and Precentor of Durham Cathedral.
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- 22 Feb 2026
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- 29 Mar 2026
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