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  1. Add Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens to your Itinerary

    Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

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    Christmas and New Year

    Darlington

    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.

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026to19 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea in The Vinery - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

  2. Add Johns' Boys Welsh Male Voice Choir - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Johns' Boys Welsh Male Voice Choir - Durham Cathedral

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    Concert

    Durham

    Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate a decade of musical excellence. Johns’ Boys Welsh Male Voice Choir has redefined the male voice tradition with breathtaking interpretations of chart hits, opera classics, musical theatre…

    Dates

    From:
    14 Nov 2026Open 19:30 - 21:30
    More info for Johns' Boys Welsh Male Voice Choir - Durham Cathedral

  3. Add Little Elves Christmas Hunt to your Itinerary

    Little Elves Christmas Hunt

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    Christmas and New Year

    Chester le Street

    Get ready for a festive adventure on the beautiful Castle grounds! Our Little Elves Hunt invites children to follow a trail of Christmas-themed clues, solving puzzles and discovering hidden surprises along the way. It’s the perfect way for little…

    Dates

    From:
    22 Dec 2026to23 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Little Elves Christmas Hunt

  4. Add October Half-Term Programme to your Itinerary

    October Half-Term Programme

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    October Half Term

    Durham

    Autumnal fun for all the family at The Light this half-term. Kids go free for our vibrant, interactive and colourful light art exhibition Victory Over the Sun.

    Dates

    From:
    28 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026
    More info for October Half-Term Programme

  5. Add Welcome to Storytime with Gruffalo Granny to your Itinerary

    Welcome to Storytime with Gruffalo Granny

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    October Half Term

    Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland

    Come to the forest for a day of family fun this October half-term and hear the new Gruffalo story. There’s also a visit from The Gruffalo! You’ll be able to enjoy Gruffalo Granny storytelling sessions and Gruffalo meet-and-greets at intervals…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Welcome to Storytime with Gruffalo Granny

  6. Add Festive Paperwhite Bulb Bowl Workshop - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens to your Itinerary

    Festive Paperwhite Bulb Bowl Workshop - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

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    Christmas and New Year

    Staindrop, Darlington

    Join Deborah from Periwinkle Barn in the Conservatory at Raby Castle for a Paperwhite bowl workshop, with beautiful views across the Walled Gardens as your backdrop. In this elegant seasonal session, you’ll create a planted bowl of fragrant…

    Dates

    From:
    4 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Festive Paperwhite Bulb Bowl Workshop - Raby Castle, Park & Gardens

  7. Add Marvin Muoneké Quartet - Durham Jazz Festival to your Itinerary

    Marvin Muoneké Quartet - Durham Jazz Festival

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    Festival

    Durham

    Marvin Muoneké is one of the UK’s rising jazz stars, known for his rich, smooth vocals and charismatic stage presence. Blending the timeless sounds of classic jazz with modern energy, Marvin brings elegance, storytelling and big band spirit to every…

    Dates

    From:
    25 Oct 2026Open 16:00 -
    More info for Marvin Muoneké Quartet - Durham Jazz Festival

  8. Add History of Durham City Walk - Crook Hall Gardens to your Itinerary

    History of Durham City Walk - Crook Hall Gardens

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    Guided Walk

    Durham

    A guided walk from Crook Hall Gardens delving into the history of Durham.

    Dates

    From:
    9 June 2026to27 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for History of Durham City Walk - Crook Hall Gardens

  9. Add Cinderella Pantomime to your Itinerary

    Cinderella Pantomime

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    Christmas and New Year

    Barnard Castle

    You shall go to the ball as Tom Rolfe Productions return to The Witham for their sixth smash hit pantomime Cinderella! Join Cinderella an her adorable friend Buttons as they set out on the most magical adventure of all!

    Dates

    From:
    18 Dec 2026to24 Dec 2026
    More info for Cinderella Pantomime

  10. Add The Nick Cope Family Show 2026 - Gala Durham to your Itinerary

    The Nick Cope Family Show 2026 - Gala Durham

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    October Half Term

    Durham

    Come and join Nick Cope for a brand new, delightful family concert, featuring all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more. Nick has been writing and recording his beautiful and totally unique songs for children and their families for over 10 years,…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Oct 2026Open 11:30 -
    More info for The Nick Cope Family Show 2026 - Gala Durham

  11. Add The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong - Durham Cathedral

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Get ready to lift your voices and celebrate the festive season as The Big Christmas Sing-a-Long embarks on its debut UK tour in November and December 2026. Starring much-loved performers and presenters Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong, this…

    Dates

    From:
    2 Dec 2026Open 19:30 -
    More info for The Big Christmas Sing A-Long with Aled Jones and Alexander Armstrong - Durham Cathedral

  12. Firework Extravaganza at Beamish Hall

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    Bonfire Night

    Stanley

    Four nights of explosive colour lighting up the valley…The Beamish Hall Fireworks Extravaganza returns for 2026 – and this time, it’s bigger, brighter, and better than ever! As the night sky comes alive with breathtaking bursts of colour, you’ll be…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Nov 2026to4 Nov 2026Open 18:00 -
    More info for Firework Extravaganza at Beamish Hall

  13. Add Colpitts Poetry Live: Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy; Patience Ezinwoke to your Itinerary

    Colpitts Poetry Live: Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy; Patience Ezinwoke

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    Music Event

    Durham

    Colpitts begins a new season with a double bill – a takeover from Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy and a set by Tees Valley based Nigerian poet Patience Ezinwoke.

    Dates

    From:
    22 Oct 2026Open 19:30 - 22:00
    More info for Colpitts Poetry Live: Donald Jenkins & Born Lippy; Patience Ezinwoke

  14. Add Festive Afternoon Tea - South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Festive Afternoon Tea - South Causey Inn

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    Christmas and New Year

    Stanley

    South Causey Inn offers the most magical surroundings to enjoy our Festive Afternoon Teas. Enjoy classic pairings of turkey sandwiches, festive pastries, mouthwatering Christmas cakes, and freshly made scones with clotted cream and strawberry…

    Dates

    From:
    27 Nov 2026to4 Jan 2027Open 11:45 - 16:15
    More info for Festive Afternoon Tea - South Causey Inn

  15. Add Grand Cinema: Hocus Pocus - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Grand Cinema: Hocus Pocus - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

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    Halloween

    Stanley

    A teenage boy named Max and his little sister move to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.

    Dates

    From:
    29 Oct 2026to1 Nov 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Grand Cinema: Hocus Pocus - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

  16. Add Saturday Outdoor Market to your Itinerary

    Saturday Outdoor Market

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    Markets

    Durham

    Every Saturday, the Market Place is transformed by up to 30 small independent traders…it becomes a traditional, bustling, fresh air market and a great shopping experience.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Saturday Outdoor Market

  17. Add Murder Mystery Dinner: Strictly Murder! to your Itinerary

    Murder Mystery Dinner: Strictly Murder!

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    Food & Drink

    Chester le Street

    The spotlight’s on, the sequins are sparkling, and the final of dance contest is about to begin… but before the first couple can take to the dancefloor, a chilling twist steals the show—a judge is murdered mid-routine. Now it’s your turn to step…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Nov 2026Open 18:30 -
    More info for Murder Mystery Dinner: Strictly Murder!

  18. Add Christmas Vine Wreath Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden to your Itinerary

    Christmas Vine Wreath Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden

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    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    Join florist Debbie from The Northern Flower Garden to celebrate the festive season as you make wreaths together. During this workshop, you’ll create a slightly more pared-back style of wreath, perfect if you love a natural, understated look.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Dec 2026Open 11:00 - 13:00
    More info for Christmas Vine Wreath Workshop with The Northern Flower Garden

  19. Add Stanley Fireworks 2026 to your Itinerary

    Stanley Fireworks 2026

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    Type:

    Bonfire Night

    Stanley

    Get ready for a spectacular night of fireworks, live entertainment and family fun! Bring your family and friends and join us for a fantastic night in Stanley!

    Dates

    From:
    7 Nov 2026Open 17:00 -
    More info for Stanley Fireworks 2026

  20. Add Eleonora Kouneni - Durham Jazz Festival to your Itinerary

    Eleonora Kouneni - Durham Jazz Festival

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    Festival

    Durham

    Eleonora Kouneni is a London-based jazz vocalist and songwriter whose emotive style blends original music with fresh interpretations of timeless jazz standards.

    Dates

    From:
    24 Oct 2026Open 19:00 -
    More info for Eleonora Kouneni - Durham Jazz Festival