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  1. Add S&DR200 Public Art Commissions at Locomotion to your Itinerary

    S&DR200 Public Art Commissions at Locomotion

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    Children/Family events

    Shildon

    As part of the S&DR200 celebrations, two special public art installations will be unveiled in 2025, each capturing a unique story of the Stockton & Darlington Railway’s legacy and its connection to the community.

    Dates

    From:
    1 June 2025to30 Sept 2025
    More info for S&DR200 Public Art Commissions at Locomotion

  2. Add Railway 200: Shildon Railway Themed Flower Festival to your Itinerary

    Railway 200: Shildon Railway Themed Flower Festival

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    Show / Display

    Shildon

    The Churches of Shildon in County Durham will be holding a railway themed flower festival on Friday 5th Sept 2025 between 10am & 3pm.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2025
    More info for Railway 200: Shildon Railway Themed Flower Festival

  3. Add Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens to your Itinerary

    Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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    Type:

    Arts & Crafts

    Staindrop

    Immerse yourself in the calming and creative world of watercolour painting in this 3-hour workshop, perfect for beginners and those looking to develop their skills. Led by an experienced instructor, the session will cover a range of techniques…

    Dates

    From:
    6 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 13:00
    More info for Exploring Watercolours with Matt Scott Art - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

  4. Add SUP or Kayak Experience - Adventure Access to your Itinerary

    SUP or Kayak Experience - Adventure Access

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    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Seaham Harbour Marina, Seaham

    Want to give Kayaking or Stand Up Paddleboarding a try? This is the perfect way to test the waters and see if it’s for you!

    Dates

    From:
    10 Aug 2025to12 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
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    16 Aug 2025to17 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
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    23 Aug 2025Open 09:30 -
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    30 Aug 2025Open 09:30 -
    More info for SUP or Kayak Experience - Adventure Access

  5. S&DR200 - Memory of a Journey

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    Children/Family events

    Various locations throughout March to August 2025 S&DR200 Presents: Trains have been part of our lives for 200 years. This project is a participation project that encourages visitors to reminisce about a journey that they remember.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Mar 2025to31 Aug 2025
    More info for S&DR200 - Memory of a Journey

  6. Add Brick Flicks - Bishop Auckland Town Hall to your Itinerary

    Brick Flicks - Bishop Auckland Town Hall

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    Bishop Auckland

    From Wayne’s World to West Side Story, The Matrix to Mary Poppins, and Laurel & Hardy to Life of Pi, see classic movies in LEGO® bricks in this exhibition of some of the most iconic and memorable film moments of all time recreated by Warren Elsmore,…

    Dates

    From:
    2 June 2025to30 Aug 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Brick Flicks - Bishop Auckland Town Hall

  7. Add Marian Art in Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Marian Art in Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Exhibition

    The College, Durham

    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:
    16 Aug 2025Open 11:00 -
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    20 Sept 2025Open 11:00 -
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    22 Nov 2025Open 11:00 -
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    13 Dec 2025Open 11:00 -
    More info for Marian Art in Durham Cathedral

  8. Add Derwent Fest 2025 to your Itinerary

    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

  9. Add Morning Sound Bath and Meditation at Raby Castle to your Itinerary

    Morning Sound Bath and Meditation at Raby Castle

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    Type:

    Wellness Event

    Staindrop

    Experience a profound and restorative Sound Bath & Meditation session under the expert guidance of Stephen, a highly qualified meditation instructor, set within the tranquil and historic surroundings of Raby Castle. This one-hour session offers an…

    Dates

    From:
    12 Oct 2025Open 10:00 -
    From:
    8 Nov 2025Open 10:00 -
    More info for Morning Sound Bath and Meditation at Raby Castle

  10. Add Be You at The Bowes - The Bowes Museum to your Itinerary

    Be You at The Bowes - The Bowes Museum

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    Type:

    Talks

    Barnard Castle

    Be You at The Bowes is a LGBTQIA+ co-production working group is the first of its kind at the Museum, teaming up with regional partners and working as a community to learn from one another and grow together. The group will investigate…

    Dates

    From:
    19 Aug 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    2 Sept 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    16 Sept 2025Open 10:00 - 12:00
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    30 Sept 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    14 Oct 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    28 Oct 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    11 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    25 Nov 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
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    9 Dec 2025Open 18:00 - 20:00
    More info for Be You at The Bowes - The Bowes Museum

  11. Add Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral to your Itinerary

    Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral

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    Type:

    Walking Event

    The College, Durham

    Discover the hidden history of the woods and riverbanks that form the spectacular setting for the cathedral. Explore their historic features and trace their change from defensive site to Victorian pleasure garden on this 1.5-mile-long walk.

    Dates

    From:
    30 Aug 2025Open 10:30 -
    From:
    27 Sept 2025Open 10:30 -
    More info for Riverbanks History Walk - Durham Cathedral

  12. Add Passport to Nature: Wildfowl Identification to your Itinerary

    Passport to Nature: Wildfowl Identification

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Sedgefield

    As autumn fades and winter takes hold, there's no better time to discover the fascinating world of wildfowl at Hardwick Park.

    Dates

    From:
    31 Oct 2025Open 07:00 - 09:00
    More info for Passport to Nature: Wildfowl Identification

  13. Add Shanties Along the Rails to your Itinerary

    Shanties Along the Rails

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    Type:

    Music Event

    Toft Hill, Bishop Auckland

    Shanties Along the Rails: Coal, Rail & Sail, a special S&DR200 celebration event.

    Dates

    From:
    5 Sept 2025Open 19:00 - 22:30
    More info for Shanties Along the Rails

  14. Add Wicked Brunch to your Itinerary

    Wicked Brunch

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    West Auckland

    Join us for a spellbinding fusion of pop perfection and Broadway magic.

    Dates

    From:
    20 Dec 2025Open 11:00 - 15:00
    More info for Wicked Brunch

  15. Add Murder & Mulled Wine at Beamish Hall Hotel to your Itinerary

    Murder & Mulled Wine at Beamish Hall Hotel

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Beamish

    Turn detective over a delicious three-course meal in our fun murder mystery dinner.

    Dates

    From:
    11 Dec 2025Open 19:00 - 23:00
    More info for Murder & Mulled Wine at Beamish Hall Hotel

  16. Add Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - Murder-Ton at Lumley Castle Hotel to your Itinerary

    Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - Murder-Ton at Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Type:

    Murder Mystery

    Chester le Street

    Secrets and lies are about to surface in our nod to Bridgeton but with a Murder!  

    Dates

    From:
    20 Sept 2025Open 14:00 - 17:30
    More info for Murder Mystery Afternoon Tea - Murder-Ton at Lumley Castle Hotel

  17. Add Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project

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    Type:

    Music Event

    Bishop Auckland

    Join us for a monthly evening of traditional tunes, songs, and easy-going community spirit. Hosted by renowned local musician Paul Martin (aka ‘The Dunholm Piper’) with special guest players, these sessions bring people together through…

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    1 Aug 2025to31 Dec 2025
    More info for Folk at the Hearth - The Auckland Project

  18. Add Murder Mystery Dinner - Murder in Wonderland at Lumley Castle Hotel to your Itinerary

    Murder Mystery Dinner - Murder in Wonderland at Lumley Castle Hotel

    Type

    Type:

    Murder Mystery

    Chester le Street

    Step into the story… where the ending is deadly.

    Dates

    From:
    8 Aug 2025Open 19:00 -
    More info for Murder Mystery Dinner - Murder in Wonderland at Lumley Castle Hotel

  19. Add Saturday's of Alfresco Pizza on The Vinery Terrace to your Itinerary

    Saturday's of Alfresco Pizza on The Vinery Terrace

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    Type:

    Children/Family events

    Staindrop

    Enjoy delicious seasonal dining this summer on the beautiful Vinery Terrace at Raby Castle. Our pop-up kitchens offer the perfect way to relax and savour fresh, handcrafted pizzas in the stunning castle grounds.

    Dates

    From:
    9 Aug 2025
    From:
    16 Aug 2025
    From:
    30 Aug 2025
    More info for Saturday's of Alfresco Pizza on The Vinery Terrace

  20. Add Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project to your Itinerary

    Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project

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    Type:

    Christmas and New Year

    Market Place, Bishop Auckland

    Immerse yourself in unrivalled festive splendour when you visit Auckland Palace's very special Christmas event.

    Venue

    The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland

    Dates

    From:
    21 Nov 2025to31 Dec 2025Various Opening Times
    More info for Christmas at the Palace - The Auckland Project