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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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Concert
Barnard Castle
Sergio Díaz De Rojas is a Peruvian pianist and composer based in Düsseldorf, Germany.
Music Event
Beamish
Join us for an afternoon of skiffle music in the 1950s welfare hall! Enjoy our own band, Hop, Skiffle and Jump performing from 12pm until 1pm, followed by our Uke Club from 1.15pm until 2.15pm where you can develop your ukulele skills.
Arts & Crafts
Lanchester
A jewellery making workshop with Simply Smallholding is an experience to remember.
Religious Event
Durham
This Lent, you are warmly invited to Durham Cathedral as we host a series of talks.
Workshop
Barnard Castle
Join artist and curator Zoe Allen for a captivating 2-hour still life class held in the magnificent picture galleries. Inspire the artist in you as you experiment with new techniques, refine your skills, and draw inspiration from The Bowes Museum’s…
Festival
Presented by S&DR200, a bespoke touring library exhibition.
Nature
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.
Theatre
Barnard Castle
Elysium Theatre Company present the world premiere of THE MOTH a new play by Paul Herzberg.
Historical
The College, Durham
This unique tour makes an ideal experience for those wanting to delve deeper into history and see parts of Durham Cathedral that are rarely open to the public. Step into the cathedral’s prison cell (if you dare!) and get up close with rare books in…
Festival
Bishop Auckland
This unique show will freewheel through time from the spark of an idea to the early locomotives, which powered the world into a new era. A story which moved people then, today and into the future.
Mother's Day
Staindrop
Our exclusive Mother's Day Tea and Tour offers a unique combination of history, elegance, and indulgence, with a guided tour of the Castle followed by a delightful afternoon tea.
Music Event
Barnard Castle
We proudly welcome three of the North East's established Singer/Songwriters – Phil Caffrey, George Lamb & Pat McMahon – to The Witham for an engaging evening of original folk, blues, and Americana music.
Arts & Crafts
Lanchester
You already love our Afternoon Teas & our recent Arm Knitting workshops with Michelle from Craftisan went down a storm......so let's combine the 2! You can never have too many cushions - well that's our motto anyhow!
Arts & Crafts
Lanchester
You already love our Afternoon Tea & our recent Arm Knitting workshops with Michelle from Craftisan went down a storm......so let's combine the 2!
You will be taught how to create the stitches for your chunky blanket, using the only equipment you…
Children/Family events
Chester le Street
Experience storytelling like never before with a wonderful new 45-minute drone light show adaptation of the classic novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.
Concert
Barnard Castle
Hanna Hipp's ardent and impassioned singing make her a favourite for the leading lyric mezzo repertoire around the world. The Neapolitan pianist Emma Abbate enjoys a demanding career as a piano accompanist and chamber musician.
Children/Family events
Durham
Find out about Ancient Egyptian mummification and make your own canopic jar.
Mother's Day
Stanley
Join us this Mother's Day to honour the special lady in your life with an unforgettable afternoon at our enchanting 13th-century country house!
Mother's Day
Bishop Auckland
Mother's Day at The Manor House Hotel and Spa.
Talks
Barnard Castle
Be You @ 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.
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