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  1. Add HMS Pinafore by Illyria to your Itinerary

    HMS Pinafore by Illyria

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Durham City

    Join us for outdoor summer theatre with sharp dialogue and catchy tunes, this timeless comic opera is performed outdoors by a cast of six outstanding performers from the world of musical theatre, on a spectacular nautical set and using Sir Arthur…

    Venue

    Durham Cathedral, Durham City

    Dates

    From:
    17 Aug 2025Open 18:30 - 20:30
    More info for HMS Pinafore by Illyria

  2. Add Honestly - Everyman Theatre to your Itinerary

    Honestly - Everyman Theatre

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Spennymoor Settlement, Spennymoor

    Honestly, a new play about a compulsive liar, is coming to the Everyman Theatre at Spennymoor Settlement on Friday 10th October.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Oct 2025Open 19:30 - 22:00
    More info for Honestly - Everyman Theatre

  3. Add S&DR200 - Young Railway Photographer of the Year exhibition at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    S&DR200 - Young Railway Photographer of the Year exhibition at Locomotion

    Type

    Type:

    Exhibition

    Shildon

    The exhibition will feature the winning entries from a competition to find the UK’s most promising young railway photographers.

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for S&DR200 - Young Railway Photographer of the Year exhibition at Locomotion

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

    Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens

    Type

    Type:

    Outdoor Event

    Local musicians Julie and William bring an extra dimension to the historic gardens and hall with live performances on the third Monday of each month.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Feb 2025to20 Oct 2025
    More info for Live Music at Crook Hall Gardens

  5. Add Harvest Seasonal Market at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Harvest Seasonal Market at Raby Castle

    Type

    Type:

    Markets

    Staindrop

    Held in the stunning Riding School and Dutch Barn, expect live music, local produce, delectable food, and unique gifts for all the family here at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens.

    Dates

    From:
    23 Aug 2025to25 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00
    More info for Harvest Seasonal Market at Raby Castle

  6. Add Seaham Seaside Market to your Itinerary

    Seaham Seaside Market

    Type

    Type:

    Markets

    Seaham

    Seaham Seaside Market is a weekly market held every Friday.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Seaham Seaside Market

  7. Add The Snowman – Film with Live Orchestra to your Itinerary

    The Snowman – Film with Live Orchestra

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    The College, Durham City

    Make this Christmas truly unforgettable with a special screening of the beloved festive classic The Snowman, brought to life by a live performance from a professional orchestra.

    Dates

    From:
    6 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for The Snowman – Film with Live Orchestra

  8. Add Beamish Folk - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North to your Itinerary

    Beamish Folk - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Beamish

    Beamish Folk is a new folk music session taking place on the second Sunday of each month in our 1900s Pit Village band hall, 11.30am-1.30pm.

    Dates

    From:
    10 Aug 2025to9 Nov 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Beamish Folk - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

  9. Add The Christmas Orchestra - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    The Christmas Orchestra - Durham Cathedral

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham

    The Christmas Orchestra is back! After a wonderful run of sold out shows in 2024 we are excited to bring you more shows and locations in 2025. Get ready to discover the magic of the festive season with our unique concert experience.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Nov 2025Open 19:30 - 20:45
    More info for The Christmas Orchestra - Durham Cathedral

  10. Add Durham Brick Show Weekend - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens to your Itinerary

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

    Type

    Type:

    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

  11. Add Tweddle Carnival - Tweddle Children's Animal Farm to your Itinerary

    Tweddle Carnival - Tweddle Children's Animal Farm

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Blackhall Colliery

    A day of carnival fun for all the family! Take part in all of our activities including: Children's funfair rides (additional charges), face painting, local treat stalls, garden games, a circus workshop & more!

    Dates

    From:
    15 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00
    More info for Tweddle Carnival - Tweddle Children's Animal Farm

  12. Add Wedding Fayres & Open Evenings at South Causey Inn to your Itinerary

    Wedding Fayres & Open Evenings at South Causey Inn

    Type

    Type:

    Wedding Fairs and Events

    Stanley

    South Causey Inn in County Durham offers a unique and picturesque setting, with four distinct venues to choose from. Whether you prefer a small, intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, South Causey Inn can tailor your wedding to your specific…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Oct 2025Open 16:00 - 20:00
    More info for Wedding Fayres & Open Evenings at South Causey Inn

  13. Add Christmas Day at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant to your Itinerary

    Christmas Day at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant

    Type

    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Durham City

    Following the excitement of Christmas Day morning, come together with family and friends, and let the Radisson Blu Durham do all the hard work for you to celebrate your Christmas Day in style.

    Dates

    From:
    25 Dec 2025Open 12:00 - 15:00
    More info for Christmas Day at Józef’s Riverside Restaurant

  14. Add Heritage Open Days - The Fitzhugh Library to your Itinerary

    Heritage Open Days - The Fitzhugh Library

    Type

    Type:

    Heritage Open Days

    Middleton in Teesdale

    Visit the hidden gem of the Fitzhugh Library and its collection of photographs, books and documents concerning the County Palatine of Durham and the ecclesiastical parish of Romaldkirk. It contains over 70,000 items. Special Exhibition for S&D200.

    Dates

    From:
    12 Sept 2025to16 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 15:00
    More info for Heritage Open Days - The Fitzhugh Library

  15. Add Summer Brass Concerts at Wharton Park to your Itinerary

    Summer Brass Concerts at Wharton Park

    Type

    Type:

    Music Event

    Durham City

    We look forward to welcoming a selection of local colliery brass bands who will bring music to the ears of our visitors.

    Dates

    From:
    17 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
    From:
    31 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Summer Brass Concerts at Wharton Park

  16. Add Bishop Auckland Market to your Itinerary

    Bishop Auckland Market

    Type

    Type:

    Markets

    Bishop Auckland

    Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday and Saturday 8:00-17:00

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Bishop Auckland Market

  17. Add Neil Delamere "Achilles Neil" - The Witham to your Itinerary

    Neil Delamere "Achilles Neil" - The Witham

    Type

    Type:

    Comedy

    Barnard Castle

    A celebration of the altogether too frequent weaknesses that make us human. A regular on TV and radio with credits including Live At The Apollo, The News Quiz, The Unbelievable Truth, Fighting Talk, Dancing With The Stars, and The Blame Game, as…

    Dates

    From:
    5 Nov 2025Open 19:30 - 21:00
    More info for Neil Delamere "Achilles Neil" - The Witham

  18. Add Lucky Numbers by Mike Yeaman (Comedy) to your Itinerary

    Lucky Numbers by Mike Yeaman (Comedy)

    Type

    Type:

    Theatre

    Back Silver Street, Durham

    It seems nana has a winning lottery ticket…… but where is it and how will her family react ???

    Dates

    From:
    23 Nov 2025Open 14:30 -
    From:
    24 Nov 2025to28 Nov 2025Open 19:30 -
    From:
    29 Nov 2025Open 14:30 -
    More info for Lucky Numbers by Mike Yeaman (Comedy)

  19. Add Family Activities: The Power of Positivity - Durham University Oriental Museum to your Itinerary

    Family Activities: The Power of Positivity - Durham University Oriental Museum

    Type

    Type:

    Family Fun

    Durham City

    Explore our community exhibition and a special Chinese plate, then make your own plate of positivity decorate with things that inspire you.

    Dates

    From:
    27 Aug 2025Open 13:00 - 15:00
    More info for Family Activities: The Power of Positivity - Durham University Oriental Museum

  20. S&DR200 Festival

    Type

    Type:

    Festival

    The 27 September 2025 marks the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway (S&DR), which gave birth to the modern railway. To celebrate this landmark anniversary, the nine-month S&DR200 Festival will take place across…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2025to30 Nov 2025
    More info for S&DR200 Festival