What's on this Week
Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.
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What's on this Week
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Tom McGuinness: Out of the Darkness - Mining Art Gallery
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Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
Our new Tom McGuinness exhibition opens on 18 February 2026. In his centenary year, the Mining Art Gallery celebrates this quiet man who communicated through his art – he did not seek simply to record details of the mining industry but expressed…
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- 18 Feb 2026to24 Dec 2026
Roger Wagner: The Seeds of Eternity - Exhibition at Auckland Palace
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Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
The Bishop Trevor Rooms at Auckland Palace will host an exhibition of the works of artist and poet Roger Wagner. Weaving together Biblical narratives and contemporary landscapes, Wagner's visionary paintings explore the mysteries of human existence.
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- 18 Feb 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
Character Studies – 3 Acts: Meg Fletcher Artwork Installation at The Bowes Museum
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
The Bowes Museum is proud to unveil a captivating new commission by Northumberland-based fashion and textile artist Meg Fletcher, whose work delves into identity, storytelling, and the theatrical nature of dress. Fletcher has created a series of…
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- From:
- 2 Mar 2026to6 Sept 2026
Vivienne Westwood: Rebel - Storyteller - Visionary at The Bowes Museum
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Vivienne Westwood: Rebel - Storyteller - Visionary (28 March 2026 – 6 September 2026) is a multi-gallery exhibition honouring one of fashion's most provocative and imaginative designers.
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- 28 Mar 2026to6 Sept 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
150 Years of Wedding Dresses at Ushaw
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Exhibition
Durham
150 Years of Wedding Dresses showcases the exquisite craftsmanship and evolving trends that have defined one of the most memorable days in countless lives.
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- 28 Mar 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Stay and Play at High Force Hotel and Barnard Castle Golf Club
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Golf Events
Forest-in-Teesdale,
Nestled in the stunning countryside of Teesdale, Barnard Castle Golf Club offers an unforgettable golfing experience in the heart of the North East.
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- 18 Apr 2026to31 Dec 2026
Castle in Bloom - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Nature
Staindrop
A summer of celebrating the beauty of nature through experiences and events.
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- 2 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
May Half Term: Discover Dinosaurs at High Force Waterfall
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Family Fun
Forest-in-Teesdale, Durham
Breathe in the fresh summer air and stomp into a prehistoric world of fun at High Force Hotel & Waterfall. Our brand‑new Discover Dinosaurs Trail is waiting for little explorers who love big adventures and fascinating history.
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- 23 May 2026to31 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
Crook Hall Gardens Tour: Horticulture - Crook Hall Gardens
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Nature
Durham
Join our gardening guru volunteers for a horticultural tour of Crook Hall Gardens.
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- 29 May 2026to30 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
Half Day Bee and Beekeeping Related Courses - Unit A The Old School
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Workshop
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Barnard Castle
A selection of bee related short courses, hosted at our workshops beside the River Tees in Middleton-In-Teesdale. Join our expert Beekeeper to learn something new about bees!
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- 1 June 2026to14 Dec 2026Open 09:00 - 17:00
Crook Hall Gardens Tour: History and Literary Links - Crook Hall Gardens
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Historical
Durham
Join volunteer Chris for a guided tour of Crook Hall Gardens and the medieval hall. Learn about the history of the home, all the way back 1217, when it first appears in written records. Hear about some of the fascinating families who lived here over…
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- 3 June 2026to28 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
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.
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- 9 June 2026to27 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
One-Day Walking Pilgrimage at Durham Cathedral
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Wellness Event
Durham
In anticipation of the new Cuthbert Centre for Pilgrimage and Prayer launching in September, the Revd James Shelton will be leading a series of one-day walking pilgrimages this summer.
Dates
- From:
- 16 June 2026to1 Aug 2026
Stephen Bainbridge Exhibition at Locomotion
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Exhibition
Shildon
See over 20 original paintings celebrating the golden age of steam from railway artist Stephen Bainbridge, suitably on display in Main Hall, surrounded by Locomotion's collection of railway vehicles.
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- 25 June 2026to15 July 2026
Norman Cornish: A Life in Sketchbooks - The Bowes Museum
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Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Step inside the working imagination of Norman Cornish in this intimate exhibition, bringing together finished drawings, paintings and watercolours alongside the preparatory sketches that shaped them.
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- 27 June 2026to3 Jan 2027
Sons and Daughters of Leadgate - The Willow Burn Hospice Café and Gardens
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Exhibition
Lanchester
Sons and Daughters of Leadgate is a documentary portrait of the well-known, much-loved characters who have shaped and are still shaping the social history of Leadgate. We're hoping to rope in every corner of the village to ensure we capture the true…
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- 30 June 2026to30 Aug 2026Open 10:00 - 17:00
Discover Big Library - Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens
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Historical
Durham
Experience the Big Library on the first Friday of every month (July-Dec 2026) as we celebrate the 175th anniversary of one of Britain’s most extraordinary historic libraries.
Dates
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- 3 July 2026to4 Dec 2026
The Hidden Garden: An Immersive Experience - Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
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Exhibition
Staindrop
After the success of last summer's immersive experience, the Riding School will be transformed again into the Hidden Garden. The secret escape will be filmed with pastel flowers, earthy green tones, glowing tones, toad stools and a maze of mystery.
Venue
Dates
- From:
- 4 July 2026to23 Aug 2026Open 11:00 - 16:00
Meccano Exhibition - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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Exhibition
Beamish
Visit the museum's 1950s welfare hall to see marvellous Meccano creations. There'll be a selection of construction sets on display, dating from the early 1900s to the present day.
Dates
- From:
- 11 July 2026to12 July 2026
Beamish Folk - Beamish, The Living Museum of the North
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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:
- 12 July 2026Open 11:30 - 13:30
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