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Talks
Barnard Castle
Join John Cornish, son of Norman Cornish for the fourth and final talk in this series inspired by The Bowes Museum’s current exhibition Kith & Kinship: Norman Cornish and L. S. Lowry.
Wedding Fairs and Events
Barnard Castle
Amelia Ray Events welcome you to step into the realm of rustic romance at our wedding fayre hosted at the stunning Blackton Grange Estate, nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of Barnard Castle.
Participatory Event
Newton Aycliffe
It is 1928 and Lord and Lady Digby are hosting an elegant evening in their home to celebrate the anniversary of their marriage.
Markets
Barnard Castle
Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market is one of the North East’s most popular markets featuring a wide range of artisan food and crafts from the region. Open 9:00 to 14:00 on the first Saturday of each month.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Dive into the natural world with artist Betty Brown and learn how to make automata plants and animals.
Suitable for ages 5+.
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
With personalised instruction from our esteemed visiting florist, delve into the artistry of crafting an exquisite decorative festive wreath. This includes fresh foliage and an array of seasonal flowers, berries, and embellishments, discover the…
Participatory Event
Staindrop
Craft your own unique hand-embroidered landscape in this workshop. Learn to select, layer, and piece fabrics together to create the perfect background for your chosen scene. Enhance your design with a variety of hand embroidery stitches,…
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Delight in the magic of Christmas with a special visit to see Father Christmas in Raby Castle’s Grand Entrance Hall.
Talks
Barnard Castle
Join Ross Forbes, Programme Director at Redhills Durham, as he delves in to the history of mining and the mining community, in response to Norman Cornish and L S Lowry’s work.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
TV favourite Ed Byrne returns to Barnard Castle with British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show of 2023 and his most personal show to date.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
Fleeting Rumours are the North's premier Tribute band to Fleetwood Mac. Every member of the six piece band are seasoned musicians and singers renowned in their own field.
Halloween
Bishop Auckland
There's been a gruesome murder at Harrow Hall, but was it the work of a ghostunearthed by the resident medium, or one of our scandalous family members?
Arts & Crafts
Barnard Castle
In this 2-hour workshop, artist Zoe Allen will lead participants through the Museum’s current exhibition Kith & Kinship: Norman Cornish and L. S. Lowry, inviting discussion about the artwork on display and considering the materials used by the…
Stargazing Events
Cotherstone, Barnard Castle
Join the Star camp for an astronomical weekend 25 to 27 October in Teesdale. The camp is perfect for novice astronomers and is great for adults and children (6+ years).
Dark Skies
Forest-in-Teesdale
Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in County Durham.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Come and join us for an unforgettable experience at Raby Castle this Autumn! Step into The Glittering North, where you will be immersed in stories of myths and gods, men, and beasts!
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
North East artist, Michael James McCormack (b.1996) has been commissioned to create three pieces of work in response to The Bowes Museum’s collection that will appear on flagpoles on the terrace at the front of the Museum in Barnard Castle.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
An Evening of Music and Conversation. Frontman, radio and television broadcaster, author and DJ, Huey is many things at once. Coming to prominence as the frontman and driving force of the eclectic American Rap/Rock outfit Fun Lovin' Criminals,…
Stargazing Events
Forest-in-Teesdale
A magical evening of stargazing and a three course meal. Discover the magnificence of the night sky with an exciting stargazing experience at the breath-taking High Force Waterfall in Upper Teesdale on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 October and Friday 1…
Historical
Staindrop
This offers a fulfilling visit for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and families alike. Explore the grand interiors of Raby Castle, steeped in history and filled with art and antiques.
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