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  1. Add Tomorrow's Library: The Employees by Olga Ravn to your Itinerary

    Tomorrow's Library: The Employees by Olga Ravn

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    Type:

    Talks

    Durham

    Join us to discuss The Employees by Olga Ravn, a science-fiction satire that asks what it means to be human.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Nov 2026Open 18:00 -
    More info for Tomorrow's Library: The Employees by Olga Ravn

  2. Add Spooked to your Itinerary

    Spooked

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    Type:

    Halloween

    Chester le Street

    SPOOKED! Presented by the Middlesbrough Circle of Magicians. Journey through the castle, a series of eerie rooms where strange experiments, ghostly encounters, and impossible illusions await around every corner. Blending theatre, storytelling, and…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Nov 2026Open 18:30 -
    More info for Spooked

  3. Add Christmas Floristry Workshops - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Christmas Floristry Workshops - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Bearpark, Durham

    Join us this Christmas for a series of festive floristry workshops under the guidance of professional florist Sue McGhee from Botanical House of Gardenia. You’ll have the opportunity to create your own beautiful Christmas Door Wreath or Christmas…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2026to28 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 15:30
    More info for Christmas Floristry Workshops - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

  4. Add Diwali to your Itinerary

    Diwali

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    Festival

    Durham

    Celebrate the Indian festival of lights with this special late night opening. Everyone is welcome to join us for this spectacular evening Diwali celebration at the Oriental Museum. There will traditional puja prayers to goddess Lakshmi, delicious…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026Open 18:00 - 20:00
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  5. Add Back To The...2000s Christmas Party Night to your Itinerary

    Back To The...2000s Christmas Party Night

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    Christmas and New Year

    Carville, Durham

    Bringing back all the hits from the 00s to Now! Get ready for stage games, interaction, the best in music and dance anthems! Full decor and stage set, dancers and DJ, sing dance and party the night away, Lip Sync Battles, Dance Competitions and…

    Dates

    From:
    10 Dec 2026Open 19:00 - 23:30
    More info for Back To The...2000s Christmas Party Night

  6. Add Crook Hall Gardens Poetry Walk to your Itinerary

    Crook Hall Gardens Poetry Walk

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    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Durham

    From springtime stanzas and summer sonnets to autumn anthologies and wintery works, experience a seasonal poetry walk at Crook Hall Gardens. Enjoy a guided walk around the gardens with poetry inspired by the season, flora in the gardens and the…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    12 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
    From:
    20 Dec 2026Open 13:00 - 14:00
    More info for Crook Hall Gardens Poetry Walk

  7. Add Christmas Cottage Hideaway to your Itinerary

    Christmas Cottage Hideaway

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    This December, step into your very own festive fairytale at Causey Cottage, South Causey Inn! Your Christmas Movie Moment Awaits… A magical hideaway inspired by the charm of The Holiday. From the moment you arrive, you’ll be surrounded by twinkling…

    Dates

    From:
    11 Dec 2026to23 Dec 2026
    More info for Christmas Cottage Hideaway

  8. Add Consett Market to your Itinerary

    Consett Market

    Type

    Type:

    Markets

    Consett

    Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday 8:00-16:00

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Consett Market

  9. Add Christmas Suncatcher Workshop to your Itinerary

    Christmas Suncatcher Workshop

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Chester le Street

    Let's spend a fun morning learning how to make homemade Christmas decorations in this Christmas Suncatcher Workshop. £5 payable in advance. All materials supplied.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2026Open 09:30 - 11:30
    More info for Christmas Suncatcher Workshop

  10. Add Saboteur to your Itinerary

    Saboteur

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    Halloween

    Chester le Street

    Step into the grand hall of Lumley Castle for an evening of mystery and mischief, where not everyone at your table is who they seem. Will you uncover the devious Saboteurs hiding among your friends and family, or will they outwit you all and claim…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026Open 18:30 - 23:00
    From:
    29 Jan 2027Open 18:30 - 23:00
    More info for Saboteur

  11. Add Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman - Weardale Railway to your Itinerary

    Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman - Weardale Railway

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    Type:

    Heritage

    Stanhope, Bishop Auckland

    Travel behind the legendary Flying Scotsman this November from Darlington to Stanhope on the Weardale Railway with Fox & Edwards Events. Step on board at the historic station of Darlington and travel along the branch line to Bishop Auckland, passing…

    Dates

    From:
    13 Nov 2026to15 Nov 2026Open 08:40 - 17:45
    More info for Legendary Journey with Flying Scotsman - Weardale Railway

  12. Add Festive Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force Hotel to your Itinerary

    Festive Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Forest In Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    Whether you’re gathering with friends, enjoying a cosy family outing, or planning a Christmas treat, our festive afternoon tea offer a magical experience in the country reateat of High Force Hotel. Expect seasonal flavours, a warm welcome, and the…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2026Open 16:30 -
    From:
    13 Dec 2026Open 16:30 -
    From:
    20 Dec 2026Open 16:30 -
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea and Waterfall Walk at High Force Hotel

  13. Add Half Day Bee and Beekeeping Related Courses - Unit A The Old School to your Itinerary

    Half Day Bee and Beekeeping Related Courses - Unit A The Old School

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    Type:

    Workshop

    Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    A selection of bee related short courses, hosted at our workshops beside the River Tees in Middleton-In-Teesdale. Join our expert Beekeeper to learn something new about bees!

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2026to14 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
    More info for Half Day Bee and Beekeeping Related Courses - Unit A The Old School

  14. Add Teenager Ghost Walk Tour to your Itinerary

    Teenager Ghost Walk Tour

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    Type:

    Halloween

    Staindrop, Darlington

    Dare to explore Raby Castle after dark? Join us at twilight for a spooky torchlit tour and discover the mysterious stories, strange happenings and ghostly legends that have been passed down through generations at Raby Castle. Your guides will meet…

    Dates

    From:
    30 Oct 2026to31 Oct 2026Open 16:30 -
    More info for Teenager Ghost Walk Tour

  15. Add Wellies, Wildlife & Autumn Fun Trail - October Half Term 2026 - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Wellies, Wildlife & Autumn Fun Trail - October Half Term 2026 - Crook Hall Gardens

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    Type:

    October Half Term

    Durham

    Autumn has arrived! Leaves are falling, and the gardens are changing from bright green to lovely gold, orange, and brown.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Oct 2026to8 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Wellies, Wildlife & Autumn Fun Trail - October Half Term 2026 - Crook Hall Gardens

  16. Add Bowes Babies - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Bowes Babies - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Barnard Castle

    A sensory museum session for little ones and their grown-ups.

    Venue

    The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

    Dates

    From:
    26 Nov 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
    From:
    30 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 12:00
    More info for Bowes Babies - The Bowes Museum

  17. Add Spooky Skeleton Trail at High Force Waterfall to your Itinerary

    Spooky Skeleton Trail at High Force Waterfall

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    Type:

    Halloween

    Forest in Teesdale, Barnard Castle

    This Halloween, step into a world of spooky surprises…

    Breathe in the crisp autumn air and venture into a hauntingly fun adventure at High Force Hotel & Waterfall. Our brand-new Spooky Skeletons Trail is waiting for little explorers who love…

    Dates

    From:
    15 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Spooky Skeleton Trail at High Force Waterfall

  18. Add Festive Tablescape & Table Arrangement Workshop Periwinkle Barn to your Itinerary

    Festive Tablescape & Table Arrangement Workshop Periwinkle Barn

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Staindrop, Darlington

    Discover how to transform your table into a seasonal showpiece in this inspiring hands-on workshop. Deborah of Periwinkle Barn will begin by demonstrating how to create a beautiful table centrepiece alongside delicate bud vase arrangements, sharing…

    Dates

    From:
    19 Dec 2026Open 10:00 - 12:00
    More info for Festive Tablescape & Table Arrangement Workshop Periwinkle Barn

  19. Add Light Catchers and Viewfinders to your Itinerary

    Light Catchers and Viewfinders

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    Type:

    Workshop

    Durham

    A colourful family workshop with Liz West. Explore the joyful and transformative qualities of colour and light in this family workshop inspired by vibrant installation Our Spectral Vision. Using many of the same materials found in the artist's…

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2026Open 11:00 -
    More info for Light Catchers and Viewfinders

  20. Add Pumpkin Flowers Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Pumpkin Flowers Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden - Crook Hall Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Halloween

    Durham

    Celebrate autumn by turning a fresh pumpkin into a natural vase and creating a beautiful arrangement with seasonal flowers. Your finished piece will look great as a table centrepiece or as a warm welcome on your porch.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
    More info for Pumpkin Flowers Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden - Crook Hall Gardens