What’s On

Dancing the day away in Tow Law!
ATTENTION ATTENTION DID YOU KNOW? SKA IS GOOD FOR THE SOUL! Get ready to skank the afternoon away! We’re bringing you the ultimate mix of 2-Tone, Traditional Ska, and smooth Northern Soul classics. Expect massive tunes, great vibes, and a


Weardale WordFest 8 – 25 October 2026
Join us for a fantastic programme of talks, workshops and performances in Weardale. Many of our events are grant funded and are still free, but this year we have had to initiate a small charge for others in order to keep

Paws in Pews at Eastgate
PAWS IN THE PEWS! Yes… we really are inviting the animals to church! 😂 🐶 Dogs 🐱 Cats 🐑 Sheep 🐦 Birds 🦦 Ferrets 🐰 Rabbits🐹 Guinea pigs …and pretty much ANY animal who fancies a trip to church! 📅

Weardale Wilf preparing for Wolsingham Show
Just like the rest of us in the Wolsingham Parish – and beyond – Weardale Wilf is preparing for Wolsingham Show this coming weekend. He has prepared a fleece to exhibit and will be enjoying a pint in the beer

Bishop Auckland Music Society 2026 concert series closes in September with Chloë Piano Trio.
They will perform on Friday 11th September 2026, 7.30 pm at Bishop Auckland Methodist Church. The Chloé Piano Trio (violin, cello and piano) Tunnell Trust Award Winners 2024/25, was formed in 2017 by talented emerging musicians at the Royal College

Deja Vu at Etherley
On Saturday, the 12th of September, Etherley Methodist Church,DL14 0HZ, are pleased to welcome the local, very popular Soul and Pop Band, Deja Vu, playing classic hits of the 50`s and 60`s. We are following our normal routine of the

The Bowes Museum celebrates Heritage Open Days with free weekend entry this September
Everyday Histories come to life across two free days, with guided tours, hands-on workshops, Silver Swan performances and more. Visitors are invited to step inside The Bowes Museum for free on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September 2026, as the

Weardale Show this Saturday!
The annual Weardale Agricultural Show at St John’s Chapel takes place this Saturday. A truly traditional show, there will be something for everyone – and all children’s activities are FREE! Go along and take a look at the scores of

Fishing in the Dale with Weardale Wilf
Weardale Wilf enjoys a spot of fishing in his home area. There are Fishing Clubs up and down Dale if you fancy joining him? River Wear. Frosterley Angling Club Advisory Visit | Wild Trout Trust Facebook




Tow Law Flower Festival in memory of Norman and Betty
A GRAND Flower Festival is to be held in Tow Law next month in memory of Norman and Betty Deacon. The couple who lived in the town all of their lives and gave so much of their time and effort

Future is bright for The Light following opening weekend
Visitors of all ages took their first steps into The Light, Durham’s brand-new cultural attraction, as it officially opened its doors to the public. An unforgettable programme of activities was held across Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August to celebrate

Mark Owen Solo Exhibition: ‘Outside’Saturday 5th to Sunday 16th September 2026
Kirkcarrion Gallery in Middleton-in-Teesdale, near Barnard Castle, is looking forward to a hostinga solo exhibition of paintings by Mark Owen from Saturday 5th to Sunday 13th September. Marktook part in the Weardale Plein Air Festival at the end of May


Last Chance to Experience The Bowes Museum’s Blockbuster VivienneWestwood Exhibition
Visitors have just a few weeks left to experience The Bowes Museum’s most ambitiousVivienne Westwood exhibition to date before it closes on Sunday 6 September 2026.Vivienne Westwood: Rebel – Storyteller – Visionary opened in March 2026 and haswelcomed fashion, art