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Summer Highlights

From festivals and fetes to vintage vehicles and open air theatre, enjoy a packed summer of fun in Durham with events to enthral and excite the whole family.

Embrace the warmth and vibrancy of summer in Durham with our curated guide to seasonal highlights. Discover a plethora of events, from lively festivals and outdoor performances to family-friendly activities and cultural showcases. Immerse yourself in the richness of summer arts, enjoy open-air concerts, and savor culinary delights at seasonal workshops. Whether it's nature excursions or festive celebrations, Durham's summer highlights offer a diverse array of experiences for all. Stay connected with the latest happenings and make the most of your summer in Durham, where every moment becomes a highlight.

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  1. Forget me Not poster showing event details and location

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    Forget Me Not Singers

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    Type:

    Music Event

    Chester le Street

    Dementia Friendly Choir. 

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2024to22 May 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Forget Me Not Singers
  2. Idyllic views of Ramside Golf Course

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    Ramside Past Captains Trophy - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Golf Events

    Durham

    Betterball Pairs Stableford. Each team must include one Past Captain of a section of Ramside Golf Club, or current captain. Past captains can invite a guest that is a non-member. Prince Bishops Course, Men - White Tees, Ladies - Red Tees. Handicap…

    Dates

    From:
    31 May 2025
    More info for Ramside Past Captains Trophy - Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  3. A steam train travelling through countryside

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    Railway 200: Great North Festival of Railways at Tanfield Railway

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Marley Hill, Tanfield

    Celebrate Tanfield Railway’s 300th Anniversary with a Month-Long Festival!

    Dates

    From:
    17 May 2025to18 May 2025
    From:
    24 May 2025to26 May 2025
    More info for Railway 200: Great North Festival of Railways at Tanfield Railway
  4. People boarding a team train

    S&DR200 - Anniversary Journey 1825-2025: Shildon, Darlington and Stockton

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    Children/Family events

    County Durham

    A newly renovated replica of Locomotion No. 1, the passenger carriage 'Experiment' and coal waggons will run on sections of the original S&DR line over three days.

    Dates

    From:
    26 Sept 2025to28 Sept 2025
    More info for S&DR200 - Anniversary Journey 1825-2025: Shildon, Darlington and Stockton
  5. Ceramics plates painted with a blue pattern.

    Add Upcycled Plate Painting with Lucy Waters - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Upcycled Plate Painting with Lucy Waters - The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Workshop

    Barnard Castle

    Take time to be creative with exhibiting artist Lucy Waters in an afternoon of plate painting.

    Venue

    The Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Upcycled Plate Painting with Lucy Waters - The Bowes Museum
  6. Opulent dining room in Raby Castle

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    Discover the Beauty of Art at Raby Castle

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Staindrop

    Take a moment to slow down, breathe, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of art at Raby Castle. Our new programme invites you to step away from the hustle and bustle and spend an hour truly connecting with the artworks in our collection.…

    Dates

    From:
    15 May 2025
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    10 June 2025
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    7 July 2025
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    5 Aug 2025
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    2 Sept 2025
    From:
    7 Oct 2025
    More info for Discover the Beauty of Art at Raby Castle
  7. People enjoy looking at a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at Durham Brick Show.

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    Durham Brick Show Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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    Show / Display

    Durham

    On the weekend of Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September 2025, feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at Durham Brick Show.

    Dates

    From:
    13 Sept 2025to14 Sept 2025
    More info for Durham Brick Show Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
  8. Performer in a sparkly dress singing 'The Music of Bond' at Durham Cathedral.

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    The Music of Bond - Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Concert

    The College, Durham

    Enjoy some of cinema’s most iconic songs performed by a luscious symphony orchestra with vocalists under impressive illuminations in this beautiful historical venue.

    Dates

    From:
    30 May 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for The Music of Bond - Durham Cathedral
  9. Derwent Fest 2025 poster displaying some of the acts

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    Derwent Fest 2025

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    Type:

    Festival

    Edmundbyers

    A weekend festival of live tribute music, food and drink, and children’s activities and entertainment, set in a stunning location, not far from you. Bring all the family, including the dog, and enjoy some fun, quality time together.

    Venue

    Derwent Waterside Park, Shotley Bridge

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2025to16 Aug 2025
    More info for Derwent Fest 2025
  10. The Beamish Museum photographer standing beside an antique camera

    Add Durham Photographic Society Exhibition 2025 to your Itinerary

    Durham Photographic Society Exhibition 2025

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    Type:

    Show / Display

    Beamish

    Admire the work of Durham Photographic Society in this photography exhibition.

    Dates

    From:
    7 June 2025to8 June 2025
    More info for Durham Photographic Society Exhibition 2025
  11. Trains at Locomotion

    Add Railway 200: All to Build a Railway – in-person live song event at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    Railway 200: All to Build a Railway – in-person live song event at Locomotion

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    Type:

    Music Event

    Shildon

    A free in-person live song event, open to all singers who would like to sing a song in celebration of 200 years of railways. Sunday 25 May 2025 at 1pm. The event is also open to anyone who would like to join to listen.

    Dates

    From:
    25 May 2025Open 13:00 -
    More info for Railway 200: All to Build a Railway – in-person live song event at Locomotion
  12. Close up of bicycles in a road cycle race.

    Add Consett Cycle Festival to your Itinerary

    Consett Cycle Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Cycling event

    CONSETT

    Consett Cycle Festival which will be taking place on Sunday 22nd June, in Consett Town Centre.

    Dates

    From:
    22 June 2025
    More info for Consett Cycle Festival
  13. Locomotive outside of Locomotion's Collection Building

    Add S&DR200 - Summer Festival at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    S&DR200 - Summer Festival at Locomotion

    Type

    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Shildon

    Head down to Locomotion for a summer of fun.

    Dates

    From:
    19 July 2025to31 Aug 2025
    More info for S&DR200 - Summer Festival at Locomotion
  14. Silver Charm Bracelets

    Add Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre to your Itinerary

    Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre

    Type

    Type:

    Workshop

    Bargate Bank, Lanchester

    A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.

    Dates

    From:
    3 Aug 2025Open 13:45 - 17:00
    From:
    5 Oct 2025Open 13:45 - 17:00
    More info for Silver Charm Bracelet Workshop & Cream Tea - Lanchester Garden Centre
  15. A selection of items in The Coach House Shop

    Add Meet the Makers | North Chocolates to your Itinerary

    Meet the Makers | North Chocolates

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    Type:

    Free

    Staindrop

    Join us at The Coach House Shop for a special Meet the Makers event, where we’ll be welcoming Bev from North Chocolates a celebrated local business, known for crafting award-winning, gourmet chocolate bars using the finest couverture chocolate.

    Dates

    From:
    16 May 2025Open 11:00 - 14:00
    More info for Meet the Makers | North Chocolates
  16. Silhouette of a Whitney Tribute Act with her back to the camera

    Add Whitney Houston by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Whitney Houston by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral

    Type

    Type:

    Concert

    Durham

    Calling all Whitney Houston fans! You have been "Saving All Your Love" for this "Moment In Time"! Get ready to experience the best of Whitney Houston "All At Once", at this epic live concert!

    Dates

    From:
    20 June 2025Open 19:30 -
    More info for Whitney Houston by Candlelight - Durham Cathedral
  17. David Butler sharing the history of Durham Market Hall

    Add Durham Market Hall History Tours to your Itinerary

    Durham Market Hall History Tours

    Type

    Type:

    Walking Event

    Durham City

    Come and enjoy free history tours of Durham Market Hall, hosted by local historian and archivist, David Butler.

    Dates

    From:
    14 May 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
    From:
    9 July 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
    From:
    10 Sept 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
    From:
    12 Nov 2025Open 10:30 - 11:30
    More info for Durham Market Hall History Tours
  18. A young child with curly blonde hair, wearing green dungarees and a striped shirt, walks alone along a grand, ornately decorated museum hallway

    Add Bug Hunt - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Bug Hunt - The Bowes Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Barnard Castle

    Embark on playful bug hunt to spot artworks around the museum that feature insects, vibrant colours and striking patterns. This interactive session invites curious explorers to engage their senses and uncover how nature has inspired artist and…

    Dates

    From:
    22 July 2025to2 Sept 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Bug Hunt - The Bowes Museum
  19. Durham Fringe Festival 2025 - a group of singers performing on stage.

    Add Durham Fringe Festival 2025 to your Itinerary

    Durham Fringe Festival 2025

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    Durham City

    Between 23rd and 27th July 2025, Durham Fringe Festival will host a spectacular array of performing arts across nine Durham City Centre venues. Audiences will be invited to explore over 110 unique acts across a programme of 270+ performances. Genres…

    Dates

    From:
    23 July 2025to27 July 2025
    More info for Durham Fringe Festival 2025
  20. Brancepeth castle golf club

    Add Junior Opens - Brancepeth Castle Golf Club to your Itinerary

    Junior Opens - Brancepeth Castle Golf Club

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    Type:

    Golf Events

    Durham

    Open events at Brancepeth are extremely popular and usually sell out very quickly as they attract visitors from all over the North of England and beyond.  We pride ourselves in making everyone’s visit to our golf course memorable by delivering…

    Dates

    From:
    28 July 2025
    More info for Junior Opens - Brancepeth Castle Golf Club
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