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From festivals and fetes to vintage vehicles and open air theatre, enjoy a packed autumn of fun in Durham with events to enthral and excite the whole family.
Experience the magic of autumn in Durham with our curated guide to seasonal highlights. Immerse yourself in a tapestry of fall events, from vibrant festivals and cultural showcases to outdoor activities that capture the essence of the season. Revel in the warmth of harvest celebrations, enjoy autumnal arts and culture, and savor the delights of culinary events. Explore Durham's autumn highlights and embrace the richness of this enchanting season with a diverse array of experiences.
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Markets
Durham city
Durham’s Food Producers’ and Crafters’ Market is now on the first Thursday of each month – open from 9am until 4.30pm, or until stock has sold out.
Markets
Spennymoor
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Saturday 8:00-16:00
Markets
Seaham
Seaham Seaside Market is a weekly market held every Friday.
Markets
Consett
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday 8:00-16:00
Nature
Barnard Castle
Find out more about the trees, wildlife, flowers and fauna around the grounds of The Bowes Museum in this informative and entertaining nature trail. You can even create your own artworks en route by downloading special viewfinders from our website…
Outdoor Event
Barnard Castle
Explore the museum with our spotting and drawing activities and enjoy our outside spaces with the Pocket Parkland Playbook, specially designed to help you get creative with the natural materials around you. All available from reception.
Markets
Bishop Auckland
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday and Saturday 8:00-17:00
Markets
Chester-le-Street
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Saturday 8:00-17:30
Markets
Durham
Every Saturday, the Market Place is transformed by up to 30 small independent traders…it becomes a traditional, bustling, fresh air market and a great shopping experience.
Markets
Barnard Castle
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Wednesday 8.00am to 16.30
Exhibition
Bishop Auckland
Mat Collishaw’s mesmerising light and sound installation, Eidolon, will be on display until 3 November. Experience this extraordinary artwork before it leaves the Faith Museum.
The Auckland Project, Bishop Auckland
Markets
Sedgefield
The market is run by Sedgefield Development Trust - and is held every first Sunday of the Month, on the village green, from 8.30am to 12.30pm - and includes a free community stall, music tent & health bus.
The free stall is available to clubs and…
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.
Local Events
Chester Le Street,
Come along to our Companionship Café, where you'll get a very warm welcome and a friendly face! It's a chance to socialise and reminisce, meet new people and even take part in some fun activities. There is no cost and we provide light refreshments.
Markets
Stanley
Stroll through the stalls, savour delicious local treats, and soak up the friendly atmosphere. Every Thursday and Saturday 8.00-16:00
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
An opportunity for anyone over the age of 5 years to try out new techniques, materials and experiment with our team of artists, makers and designers.
Talks
Barnard Castle
A friendly informal and informative introduction to The Bowes Museum's exhibitions, collections or building.
Children/Family events
Barnard Castle
Time for you and your baby or toddler to explore play in the galleries, investigate materials and be creative in this self-led, free-play session. Suitable for pre-school children.
Virtual Event
Durham
Family Activities
Here at Durham University Library and Collections we are working to bring our collections to you whilst our venues are closed.
Here are some simple craft activities to try at home. You don't need any special equipment or…
Children/Family events
Hamsterley Forest
It’s the Gruffalo’s birthday and everyone is invited!
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