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Experience the vibrancy of spring with our handpicked selection of spring events in Durham.
From blooming flower festivals to outdoor concerts, immerse yourself in the season's charm and energy. Discover a world of excitement and cultural enrichment as you explore Durham's spring events. Plan your spring getaway filled with unforgettable experiences and moments of joy amidst the beauty of the season.
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Children/Family events
The Fringe Festival will include events created by community organisations, local businesses and heritage partners.
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.
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…
Children/Family events
Fall in love with blossom at Crook Hall Gardens, across the city of Durham and throughout the North East this year. Pick up a blossom map, take part in an event, or simply savour the uplifting impact of blossom.
Children/Family events
Durham
Come and see the new-born lambs during March and April. We have several different breeds of sheep which will lamb over 8 weeks. Feed the pet lambs and see the fluffy Easter chicks, as well as all the usual farm activities.
Farmers Market
Middleton-in-Teesdale
March to December, traditional Farmers Market in an all-weather, undercover auction mart. Free Entry. Free Parking. Dog Friendly. 40+ Fabulous Foodie Traders every month.
Exhibition
Barnard Castle
Discover the timeless elegance, craftsmanship and innovation of Joséphine Bowes’ textile collection.
Exhibition
This bespoke touring library exhibition will travel round the region and showcases the Stockton and Darlington Railway's history using high-quality reproductions of important artefacts and documents found and brought together from archives across…
Show / Display
Shildon
In April, Locomotion, in partnership with Shildon Model Railway Club, will host a model railways show featuring a range of different layouts and displays.
Exhibition
Seaham
Andy Martin: EDAN Confessional.
Easter
Stanley
Special Dietary & Children's Menu Children's Afternoon Tea Menu Gluten Free Afternoon Tea Menu Vegan Afternoon Tea Menu
Causey's Traditional Indulge in a selection of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, and a…
Exhibition
Station Road, Darlington
An exhibition looking at the engineering innovation that inspired Stephenson, the father of the railways, leading to the opening of Stockton & Darlington Railway in 1825.
Exhibition
Durham
This year, our iconic book takes centre stage at Palace Green Library.
Easter
Staindrop
Families are invited to find giant, colourful eggs hidden amongst the winding paths of our Christmas Tree plantation this Easter.
Raby Castle, Park and Gardens, Staindrop
Easter
Forest In Teesdale
This spring, embark on an enchanting adventure with the whole family at High Force Waterfall! The Bunny Ears Woodland Trail is the perfect way to explore the beauty of nature while enjoying some seasonal fun.
Easter
Staindrop
Celebrate the arrival of Easter with a leisurely stroll through our Spring Animals Trail.
Easter
Staindrop
This Easter, we are offering a range of free daily activities for the whole family at the Deer Park and Gardens. From fun outdoor experiences to exploring the beautiful surroundings, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Easter
Shildon
To celebrate the opening of the Stockton & Darlington Railway in 1825, we're exploring themes of journeys, movement and forces through free, fun, family activities through the Easter holidays.
Easter
Durham
Don’t miss all the extra fun at Adventure Valley this Easter Holidays. Visit the spectacular undercover Easter Garden, follow the ‘Egg-cellent’ Bunny Adventure to earn a chocolate treat and meet the Easter Bunny! Plus, meet our Adorable Baby Animals…
Easter
Durham City Centre
The Easter Bunnies have hidden all of Bertie's Easter Eggs, and he needs your help to find them!
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