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  1. County Durham Libraries - June is National Crime Reading Month

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    Talks

    June is National Crime Reading Month.

    Dates

    From:
    6 June 2026to27 June 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for County Durham Libraries - June is National Crime Reading Month

  2. Add Durham Food Producers' and Crafters' Market to your Itinerary

    Durham Food Producers' and Crafters' Market

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    Markets

    Durham city

    Durham’s Food Producers’ and Crafters’ Market is now on the first Thursday of each month – open from 9am until 4.30pm, or until stock has sold out.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Durham Food Producers' and Crafters' Market

  3. Add Cake Trails History Tour: Royal Power, Politics, and Belief at Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Cake Trails History Tour: Royal Power, Politics, and Belief at Durham Cathedral

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    Heritage Walks

    Durham

    Explore the complex, turbulent relationship between the English monarchy and the church in this edition of Cake Tails – a new series of guided walks by Iles Tours.

    Dates

    From:
    21 June 2026Open 11:30 - 14:30
    More info for Cake Trails History Tour: Royal Power, Politics, and Belief at Durham Cathedral

  4. Add Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Local musicians make a visit extra special.

    Dates

    From:
    20 July 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    17 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    21 Sept 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    From:
    19 Oct 2026Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens - Crook Hall Gardens

  5. Add Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest to your Itinerary

    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. 

    Dates

    From:
    28 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Room on the Broom Trail at Hamsterley Forest

  6. Add Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 Concert Series Continues in July with Strahinja Mitrović (Double Bass) to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 Concert Series Continues in July with Strahinja Mitrović (Double Bass)

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    Concert

    Bishop Auckland

    Serbian double bassist Strahinja Mitrović is studying at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama where he is currently pursuing postgraduate studies in the class of esteemed cellist Louise Hopkins.

    Dates

    From:
    10 July 2026Open 19:00 - 21:30
    More info for Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 Concert Series Continues in July with Strahinja Mitrović (Double Bass)

  7. Add Barnard Castle Market to your Itinerary

    Barnard Castle Market

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    Markets

    Barnard Castle

    Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Wednesday 8.00am to 16.30

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Barnard Castle Market

  8. Add South Causey Monthly Dog Walk to your Itinerary

    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. 

    Dates

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

  9. Add Steam Driver Experiences - Tanfield Railway to your Itinerary

    Steam Driver Experiences - Tanfield Railway

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    Historical

    Marley Hill, Tanfield

    Enjoy the Thrill of Driving a Historic Steam Locomotive at Tanfield Railway!

    Dates

    From:
    5 July 2026
    From:
    1 Aug 2026
    From:
    31 Aug 2026
    More info for Steam Driver Experiences - Tanfield Railway

  10. Add Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons - Durham Cathedral

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    Concert

    Durham

    A unique concert will take place at the magnificent Durham Cathedral on the 8th of August!

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2026Open 19:30 - 20:30
    More info for Recomposed by Max Richter: Vivaldi, The Four Seasons - Durham Cathedral

  11. Add Glenda Young Author Talk with Cream Tea - Lumley Castle to your Itinerary

    Glenda Young Author Talk with Cream Tea - Lumley Castle

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    Talks

    Chester-le-Street

    Enjoy a special afternoon with cream tea at Lumley Castle with a book talk by bestselling author Glenda Young.

    Dates

    From:
    28 June 2026Open 14:00 - 16:00
    More info for Glenda Young Author Talk with Cream Tea - Lumley Castle

  12. Add Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Workshop to your Itinerary

    Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Workshop

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    Workshop

    Sedgefield

    A flower club workshop where participants make a flower arrangement led by area demonstrator Val Guest, of 40 years experience. Refreshments provided and you can take home your creation.

    Dates

    From:
    21 July 2026Open 19:15 - 21:15
    From:
    15 Dec 2026Open 19:15 - 21:15
    More info for Ferryhill, Sedgefield and District Flower Club - Workshop

  13. Add Marian Art in Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Marian Art in Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Talks

    Durham City

    Join Professor Jane Heath from the Department of Theology and Religion at Durham University on this specially curated tour of the Marian Art in Durham Cathedral.

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2026Open 11:00 -
    From:
    21 Nov 2026Open 11:00 -
    More info for Marian Art in Durham Cathedral

  14. Add Wellbeing Retreats - Crux Fitness to your Itinerary

    Wellbeing Retreats - Crux Fitness

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    Wellness Event

    Stanley

    Our wellbeing retreats are a unique experience providing skills and techniques to help reset your nervous system and tackle the stresses of every day life.

    Dates

    From:
    18 July 2026Open 10:00 -
    From:
    15 Aug 2026Open 10:00 -
    More info for Wellbeing Retreats - Crux Fitness

  15. Add The Female of the Species - Comedy by Joanna Murray-Smith - The City Theatre to your Itinerary

    The Female of the Species - Comedy by Joanna Murray-Smith - The City Theatre

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    Theatre

    Back Silver Street, Durham

    Margaret Mason is a best selling women's lib author with writer block. Will a visit from a fan help or hinder? And why the handcuffs?

    Dates

    From:
    12 Aug 2026to15 Aug 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for The Female of the Species - Comedy by Joanna Murray-Smith - The City Theatre

  16. Add Auckland Gardens: Weekly Tours - Auckland Gardens to your Itinerary

    Auckland Gardens: Weekly Tours - Auckland Gardens

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    Family Fun

    Bishop Auckland ,

    Uncover the stories behind the gardens, from hidden details to standout features.

    Dates

    From:
    19 May 2026to30 June 2026
    More info for Auckland Gardens: Weekly Tours - Auckland Gardens

  17. Durham Jazz Festival

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    Festival

    Old Cinema Launderette in Gilesgate,

    The 2026 Durham Jazz Festival will run from Friday 23rd October through to Sunday 25th October.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Oct 2026to25 Oct 2026
    More info for Durham Jazz Festival

  18. Add HECTOR GANNET "Talking In The Mother Tongue" with Durham Miners' Association Brass Band to your Itinerary

    HECTOR GANNET "Talking In The Mother Tongue" with Durham Miners' Association Brass Band

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    Music Event

    Flass Street, Durham City

    Hector Gannet returns to Durham Brass Festival, ahead of their forthcoming third album, The Great Shakedown, due later in this year.

    Dates

    From:
    17 July 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for HECTOR GANNET "Talking In The Mother Tongue" with Durham Miners' Association Brass Band

  19. Add Adventure Cinema – Dirty Dancing - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Adventure Cinema – Dirty Dancing - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    Outdoor Cinema and Theatre

    Staindrop

    Dirty Dancing Outdoor Cinema at Raby Castle. The perfect family day out! Join us for an incredible open-air cinema experience at Raby Castle with a screening of the fantastic Dirty Dancing. Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chairs, and enjoy…

    Dates

    From:
    10 July 2026Open 18:00 - 22:00
    More info for Adventure Cinema – Dirty Dancing - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  20. Add The Last Days of Trump (A Liberal Fantasy) - The Department of Music Theatre to your Itinerary

    The Last Days of Trump (A Liberal Fantasy) - The Department of Music Theatre

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    Theatre

    Durham

    It's 2028 and octogenarian two-term President Donald Trump is finally about to be replaced for good. Will he go rogue like last time, or will a plan to keep him focused on golf, gorilla documentaries, porn, and developing his perfect presidential…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2026to2 Aug 2026Open 19:45 - 20:45
    More info for The Last Days of Trump (A Liberal Fantasy) - The Department of Music Theatre