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Wedding Fairs and Events
Barnard Castle
Come and meet our local suppliers and gain inspiration for your special day. Including a glass of fizz, canapes and fashion show at 1pm.
Children/Family events
Staindrop
Outdoor performance walk featuring games, story and music. Lasts approx. 45 mins.
Christmas and New Year
Barnard Castle
Treat yourself or someone you love to a fabulously festive afternoon tea in the award-winning Café Bowes.
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights' returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show.
Theatre
Barnard Castle
'The Second Best Bed' by Avril Rowlands, starring Liz Grand, directed by Chris Jaeger. Liz Grand (Mrs Churchill) stars as Anne Hathaway on the night of Shakespeare's funeral.
Free
Barnard Castle
Be You @ The Bowes working group is the first of its kind at the Museum and will be dedicated to co-producing content, using the collection, teaming up with regional partners and working as a community to learn from one another and grow together.…
Christmas and New Year
Newton Aycliffe
It is Christmas in 1899 and the Prime Minister, Robert Gascoyne-Cecil, is hosting a lavish party. Spirits are high at the turn of the century, commerce and politics are doing well. It is also 7 years since the infamous Jack the Ripper was last…
Music Event
Barnard Castle
For 2 magical years from 1956 to 1958, skiffle became the music of young people throughout the country. Hop Skiffle and Jump play the songs of skiffle, featuring some of the most popular songs from that period. There are anecdotes and stories…
Comedy
Barnard Castle
Following a recent step towards theatre in his last few shows, Mark Thomas is back to his finest stand-up form and anti-Tory sentiment in Gaffa Tapes as takes his tour to Barnard Castle!
Dark Skies
Mickleton, Nr Barnard Castle
So tonight's event will concentrate on the exciting field of Astrophotography.
It seems nowadays everyone has a camera, be it on a smartphone or a good DSLR. If you do I bet you have pondered using it on the sky - if you haven't you may just be…
Historical
Staindrop
After spearheading the remarkable project that led to the discovery of the remains of King Richard III, historian Philippa Langley turned her attention to one of Britain's most enduring historical mysteries: the disappearance of the sons of King…
Halloween
Staindrop
As dusk descends, The Plotters’ Forest stirs with an eerie excitement. Adventurers don their spookiest costumes and venture into the shadows.
Festive Food
Staindrop
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the festive spirit with our Mince Pie Masterclass in the magnificent Raby Castle.
Christmas and New Year
Staindrop
Join us for our exclusive Festive Reindeer in Willow workshop and enjoy the magical ambiance of Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, adorned with twinkling lights and Christmas decorations. Set against the backdrop of the enchanting Raby Castle, this…
Music Event
Barnard Castle
When Rivers Meet are the first Independent Rock/ Blues Band to have a Top 10 in the UK Official Album Charts. The last five years have brought both public and critical acclaim. They were named 'Band Of The Year' for three consecutive years, earning…
Lecture
Barnard Castle
Join Heather Birkett, Garden and Outdoor Manager at Acorn Bank in Cumbria, home to the largest Herb Collection in the National Trust for this exclusive talk to delve into the world of poisonous plants, historical uses and folklore. Booking essential.
Dark Skies
Mickleton
What better way to get the kids into astronomy and science than a visit to the UK's newest public observatory. Your little ones will enjoy an interactive talk in the classroom and then children will be able to see and touch rocks from space –…
Walking Event
Staindrop
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Raby Castle to enjoy "Supper with Roaring Stags".
Dark Skies
Nr Mickleton
Tonight's event promises to be a spectacular evening of astronomy.
Walking Event
Staindrop
Enjoy a scenic tour of Raby Castle's extensive Deer Park, guided by a knowledgeable ranger who will share fascinating insights about the deer and the park's history.
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