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  1. Cartoon image of a woman, wearing a tiara, sitting on a throne, reading a book

    Add Books at the Hearth - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    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.

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    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

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    13 Oct 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  2. Cartoon painting of characters from children's animated films

    Add Films at the Hearth - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Films at the Hearth - The Auckland Project

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    Bishop Auckland

    A free, community-led film club bringing people together through stories on screen. Each month we show a relaxed, family-friendly movie in the afternoon, followed by an early evening film for general audiences. Third Sunday of every month.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

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    13 Oct 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Films at the Hearth - The Auckland Project
  3. Santa's Grotto covered in snow at Dalton Park

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    Dalton Park Santa's Grotto

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    Christmas and New Year

    Murton

    Make your family Christmas truly special this year with a visit to Santa's Grotto at Dalton Park. Children can meet elves packing gifts, ask Santa for their Christmas list and create memories that will last a lifetime in the festive experience…

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    From:
    8 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Dalton Park Santa's Grotto
  4. Colourful abstract art by Tom Hume

    Add Tom Hume: Retrospective - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Tom Hume: Retrospective - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Exhibition

    Durham

    The first comprehensive exhibition of the work of Tom Hume, a Durham-based artist and art teacher.

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    From:
    8 Nov 2025to31 Jan 2026
    More info for Tom Hume: Retrospective - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  5. Mother holding a baby

    Add Family Wednesday Morning at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Family Wednesday Morning at South Causey Inn

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    Family Fun

    Stanley

    A great place to meet other parents with your little one's...

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    12 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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  6. Close-up of Jodie Fitzgibbon performing

    Add Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    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
    More info for Live Music Nights at South Causey Inn
  7. EDAN logo

    Add EDAN Artists' Winter Show - The EDAN Gallery to your Itinerary

    EDAN Artists' Winter Show - The EDAN Gallery

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    Exhibition

    Seaham

    EDAN Artists' Winter Show details TBC

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    18 Nov 2025to20 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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  8. A woman stands next to a Christmas tree with traditional decorations

    Add Christmas at Beamish Daytimes 2025 to your Itinerary

    Christmas at Beamish Daytimes 2025

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    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Step back in time and enjoy the wonder of Christmas from across our time periods.

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    22 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
    More info for Christmas at Beamish Daytimes 2025
  9. The River Wear in Durham City, Framwellgate Bridge and Durham Castle and Cathedral in the distance.

    Add Durham Independents to your Itinerary

    Durham Independents

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    Shop Local, Win Big! Durham Independents Giveaway is Back!  From November 22th to December 19th, we’re giving away a massive £2,400 in vouchers to lucky local shoppers!

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    22 Nov 2025to19 Dec 2025
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  10. Two men and a woman looking at one of the Christmas Trees for sale at Raby Castle

    Add Raby Christmas Trees to your Itinerary

    Raby Christmas Trees

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    Christmas and New Year

    Staindrop

    Real Christmas Trees at Raby.  Bring Festive Magic Home – Starting 22nd November.

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    22 Nov 2025to24 Dec 2025
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  11. 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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    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

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    22 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
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  12. Visitors enjoying browsing stalls at South Causey Inn's Christmas market.

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    Christmas Markets at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Get ready to step into a festive wonderland at South Causey Inn's FREE Christmas Markets! This December, skip the crowded high streets and shop local for unique, handcrafted gifts, festive treats, and beautiful treasures — all in the cosy, twinkling…

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    25 Nov 2025to16 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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  13. 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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    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.

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    From:
    27 Nov 2025to4 Jan 2026
    More info for Operation Save Santa
  14. Sleeping Beauty cast showing Marcus Collins, Jason Jones, Leah Bell against a snowy forest backdrop.

    Add Sleeping Beauty - Empire Consett to your Itinerary

    Sleeping Beauty - Empire Consett

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    Children/Family events

    Consett

    Don’t be afraid to dream everyone. For sometimes, dream come true.

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    From:
    28 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025
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  15. Father Christmas waving from a carriage at Beamish Museum.

    Add Breakfast with Father Christmas - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Breakfast with Father Christmas - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Kick off your day with something magical. Join Father Christmas for breakfast in The Coffee Pot Café at the Entrance Building, before he heads off on his Christmas duties.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Nov 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Breakfast with Father Christmas - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
  16. Sunday Carvery at South Causey Inn - meat. Yorkshire Puddings and a selection of vegetables.

    Add Sunday Carvery with Santa at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Sunday Carvery with Santa at South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    Gather your loved ones for a traditional carvery lunch served in the beautifully decorated Durham Suite, complete with all the festive trimmings. After enjoying your meal, you’ll be invited to visit Santa Claus in his magnificent private grotto.…

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    30 Nov 2025to21 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
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  17. A Robin perched on a wooden sculpture.

    Add Father Christmas has Lost his Presents Trail at High Force Waterfall to your Itinerary

    Father Christmas has Lost his Presents Trail at High Force Waterfall

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    Christmas and New Year

    Forest in Teesdale

    Wrap up warm and enjoy a wintery walk to High Force Waterfall this December. Collect your complimentary trail sheet from the hotel bar or kiosk and get exploring.

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    1 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Father Christmas has Lost his Presents Trail at High Force Waterfall
  18. Festive afternoon tea at the Vinery, Raby Castle

    Add Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery to your Itinerary

    Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery

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    Christmas and New Year

    Staindrop

    Celebrate Christmas with a touch of elegance at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens with a Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery, overlooking the magnificent Raby Castle.

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    From:
    1 Dec 2025to4 Jan 2026
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery
  19. A table set for Afternoon Tea at the Radisson Blu

    Add Festive Afternoon Tea, Sip and Celebrate to your Itinerary

    Festive Afternoon Tea, Sip and Celebrate

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Our festive afternoon tea is a little slice of Christmas magic, served on a tiered stand.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2025to24 Dec 2025
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea, Sip and Celebrate
  20. Hamsterley Christmas bridge with bunting.
Credit: Forestry England/Crown Copyright

    Add Top Ways to Enjoy a Festive Adventure at Hamsterley Forest! to your Itinerary

    Top Ways to Enjoy a Festive Adventure at Hamsterley Forest!

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    Christmas and New Year

    Hamsterley

    This December, Forestry England is inviting families across the North East to create lifelong magical memories in the nation's forests. From Christmas tree shopping to winter walks, as well as activities for all the family this holiday season…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Dec 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Top Ways to Enjoy a Festive Adventure at Hamsterley Forest!
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