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SUMMARY:Fun4All - Shildon
DESCRIPTION:Saturday 3rd August.\n11am-3pm.\nHackworth Park\, Shildon. \nFree Family Fun Day. \n\nHamster Zorbs\nJustClimb\nParty Time Inflatables\nAnimals About Town\nUniformed Services\nTable Top Sales\nCharity Stalls\nInfo Stalls\nCatering vans & much more\n\n 
URL:https://swd.news/event/fun4all-shildon/
LOCATION:Hackworth Park\, Central Parade\, Shildon\, County Durham\, DL4 1DL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shildon Town Council":MAILTO:council@shildon.gov.uk
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240727T230000
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SUMMARY:Ayclive
DESCRIPTION:Ayclive\, the local enterprise behind Newton Aycliffe’s summer music festival\, have released the full line up for 2024\, and it’s a scorcher!\n\n \n\nAfter a well received event in July 2023\, Ayclive returns to the OakLeaf Sports field in Newton Aycliffe and promises to deliver the finest local artists and an old favourite for this year’s headline act.\n\n \n\nAyclive plan to bring you a different headline artiste each year\, varying the genre or decade\, but always bringing the best that they can\, as well as showcasing local acts and attempting to give something during the event to please everyone.\n\n \n\nOn this year’s knockout line-up and opening the event is Jukebox Vandals\, an all-female party band.\n\n \n\nFollowing on is Fossil\, playing the classic rock tracks.\n\n \n\nNext up is The Angelettes\, an award winning sensational Motown tribute show consisting of three glamorous ladies.\n\n \n\nThe Turtle Z’s will then be on the Husqvarna stage\, a 4-piece local rock band formed over four years ago emphasising 70’s classic rock such as Thin Lizzy\, Pink Floyd\, Whitesnake\, Bad Company\, Santana\, Free\, Bowie\, The Cult\, ZZ Top\, and Judas Priest.\n\n \n\nNow That’s What I Call 80s are a seven piece live band playing all the greatest 80s hits\, so get ready to experience the ultimate 80’s live show!\n\n \n\nThe show is full of the greatest hits from the era. Think classic tracks like Radio Gaga by Queen\, Don’t You Forget About Me’ by Simple Minds and Relax by Frankie Goes to Hollywood\, as well as pop anthems by Wet Wet Wet\, Hugh & Cry\, The Communards\, Madonna\, Cyndi Lauper and Whitney Houston.\n\n \n\nKeeping the party atmosphere going will be Beyond Madness. They say that music is the language of the soul\, and nothing could be truer for this band. The artists behind Beyond Madness have earned their reputation as a talented band.\n\n \n\nManchester Anthems\, a stunning live tribute to the Manchester / Baggy era includes tracks by Stone Roses\, Oasis\, Happy Mondays\, James and many more of the best of indie and pop from the 1990s.\n\n \n\nFinishing off the festival for 2024 will be the headline act\, the superb Real Thing with original vocalists Chris Amoo and Dave Smith.\n\n \n\nThe Real Thing enjoyed success in both the 1970’s & 1980’s with three No 1 hits: You To Me Are Everything\, Can’t Get By Without You and Can You Feel The Force\, all of which are still featured daily on major UK Radio stations. They also have over one million plays on Spotify each month.\n\n \n\nBar and food concessions will be available on the day as well as an ice cream van.\n\n \n\nThe event is aimed at families and Ayclive are continuing to improve each year.\n\n \n\nThis year an addition for the younger members will be a marquee with a silent disco\, circus skills and local face painter Vicky. There will also be a few surprises around the show ground to keep everyone entertained between acts.\n\n \n\nEarly bird tickets (online only) went on sale at the begining of February and will be available until 31st March priced at £15 for Over 18s\, £10 for 14-17 year olds and just £1 for 5-13 year olds. Under 5s are free. Prices include a £1 online booking fee.\n\n \n\nFrom 1st April the price will be £20 for over 18s\, £15 for 14-17 years olds and £1 for 5-13 year olds (all under 14’s must be accompanied by paying adult).\n\n \n\nFor more information\, visit the website or email hello[@]ayclive[.]co[.]uk.
URL:https://swd.news/event/ayclive/
LOCATION:Oakleaf Sports Complex\, School Aycliffe Lane\, Newton Aycliffe\, County Durham\, DL5 6QZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Concert,Family Event,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240601T150000
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SUMMARY:Little Land of Adventures Opening Day - Ferryhill
DESCRIPTION:“We are welcoming the community to join us in celebrating the opening day on 1st June from 11am until 3pm. \n“The day will be a family event\, so bring everyone along. Entry is just £2 and you will see the new role play cafe and garden\, plus there will be lots of fun to be had like a face painter\, tombola and more. We’re really looking forward to seeing you all.”
URL:https://swd.news/event/little-land-of-adventures-opening-day-ferryhill/
LOCATION:Ferryhill Sports & Education Centre\, Ferryhill Sport & Education Centre\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240330T140000
DTSTAMP:20240306T125758Z
CREATED:20240306T125758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T125758Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Egg Hunt and Crafts Afternoon - Chilton
DESCRIPTION:On Easter Saturday\, 30 March\, Chilton Town Council is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt and Craft afternoon for the town’s children. \nThe event will be from noon to 2pm in the Miners Welfare in Chilton. \nThere will be a children’s Easter Egg Hunt around the grounds and the young people will be able to decorate their own eggs. \nAs well as a painting competition\, they can make decorations for their home to celebrate Easter. \nThe event is free\, so come along and join us for what we know will be a great event.
URL:https://swd.news/event/easter-egg-hunt-and-crafts-afternoon-chilton/
LOCATION:Chilton Miners Welfare Recreation Ground\, Chilton Way\, Chilton\, County Durham\, DL17 0HJ
CATEGORIES:Easter Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240329T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240329T153000
DTSTAMP:20240319T160414Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Weekend at Auckland Castle
DESCRIPTION:All activities are FREE with Auckland Castle admission or an Unlimited Pass. \nJoin us at Auckland Castle this Easter Weekend for a special programme of events including adorable animals you can pet\, children’s performers\, photos with the Easter bunny\, and Easter Egg Hunt\, and fun family crafts. \nDate: Friday 29 March – Monday 1 April\nTime: 10:30am – 3:30pm
URL:https://swd.news/event/easter-weekend-at-auckland-castle/
LOCATION:Auckland Castle\, Market Place\, Bishop Auckland\, County Durham\, DL14 7NR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easter Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240324T150000
DTSTAMP:20240313T151610Z
CREATED:20240313T151610Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Festival - West Auckland
DESCRIPTION:West Auckland Town FC.\nMemorial Hall.\nWest Auckland.\nMarch 24th.\n11-3pm.\nCraft Stalls – Food – Drinks – Egg Hunt.
URL:https://swd.news/event/easter-festival-west-auckland/
LOCATION:West Auckland Memorial Hall\, Memorial Hall\, Darlington Road\, West Auckland\, County Durham\, DL14 9HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easter Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T180000
DTSTAMP:20240320T144558Z
CREATED:20240320T144558Z
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SUMMARY:Family Disco with DJ John - Ferryhill
DESCRIPTION:Ferryhill Station WMC. \nFamily Disco with DJ John. \nSaturday 23 March\, 4pm – 6pm. \nEaster Special. \nDecorated Egg Competition. \n£1 Entry Fee. \nChildren under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://swd.news/event/family-disco-with-dj-john-ferryhill/
LOCATION:Ferryhill Station Working Mens Club\, Louvaine Terrace\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8BB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Party
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240323T130000
DTSTAMP:20240320T150332Z
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SUMMARY:Grand Easter Event - Ferryhill
DESCRIPTION:St Luke’s Church. \nGrand Easter Event. \n23rd March 11am-1pm. \nFun for all ages. \nJoin us for a day of celebration & fun! \nActivities include:\nChildren’s colouring competition\nIndoor Easter Egg Hunt\nRaffle\nCake Stall\nRefreshments including Hot Cross Buns\nFREE ENTRY \nClosing time for entries for colouring competition – 11am on 23 March.
URL:https://swd.news/event/grand-easter-event-ferryhill/
LOCATION:St Luke’s Church\, Church Lane\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8LT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Easter Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240229T170000
DTSTAMP:20240214T110835Z
CREATED:20240214T110835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T110835Z
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SUMMARY:Shildon Leap Festival
DESCRIPTION:On the day of this leap year\, Thursday 29 February\, Shildon Town Square is set to be transformed into a landscape of light and colour.\n\n \n\nWith a generous grant from the Government’s UKSPF Levelling Up Fund via Durham County Council’s Cultural Engagement Team\, Baccanalia\, supported by Shildon Town Council\, is orchestrating a free leap-year celebration that promises to be both magical and unforgettable.\n\n \n\nAs twilight descends on this rare day\, residents are welcomed to witness Shildon as never before.\n\n \n\nFrom 5pm until 8pm\, the festival\, a fusion of art\, light\, and community spirit\, is an open invitation to explore the intrigue of the leap year through interactive light installations and activities.\n\n \n\nEchoing the event’s themes of light and time\, the town square will become a canvas where the mystical nature of this extra day in our calendar is brought to life.\n\n \n\nPupils from St John’s CE (Aided) Primary School will be crafting installations to be presented at the event. Their imaginative creations will be a key highlight\, showcasing the innovative spirit of our younger generation.\n\n \n\nIn addition to the visual feast\, the festival will offer entertainment and culinary delights.\n\n \n\nCommunity crafting opportunities will form part of the process in the run-up to\, and at\, the event.\n\n \n\nWorry not about the unpredictable British weather – this festival is designed to shine. Attendees are encouraged to bring their umbrellas\, not just for shelter but as part of the spectacle.\n\n \n\nSpecial creation stations will allow everyone to adorn their umbrellas with ‘lightifacts’\, turning a simple accessory into a personal galaxy of stars\, planets\, and constellations\, lighting up Shildon with a parade of handheld universes.\n\n \n\n“The event underscores Baccanalia’s commitment to cultural engagement\,” said company director\, Thomas Wales\, “aiming to make arts and culture accessible to all.\n\n \n\n“It’s a moment for the community to come together\, celebrate\, and take stock of who we are in Shildon\, in relation to the universe beyond the planet we live on.\n\n \n\n“Do not miss this extraordinary occasion. Join us in Shildon Town Square on 29 February from 5pm for an evening where every light tells a story\, and every face is illuminated by wonder.”\n\n \n\nFor more information on the Shildon Leap Festival and how to participate\, click here or email info[@]baccanalia[.]co[.]uk.
URL:https://swd.news/event/shildon-leap-festival/
LOCATION:County Durham
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240212T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240212T163000
DTSTAMP:20240131T121910Z
CREATED:20240131T121910Z
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SUMMARY:Pancake Monday - Ferryhill
DESCRIPTION:Join in with this great event for families\, have some fun and enjoy some delicious healthy pancake day recipes. \nOk\, so we know it’s not Pancake Day until Tuesday but we’re getting ahead of the game this year! \nPlease contact Nikki to book a place\n07342710866 – Nikki Williams\nnicola[.]williams42[@]nhs[.]net
URL:https://swd.news/event/pancake-monday-ferryhill/
LOCATION:Dean Bank Institute\, St Cuthberts Terrace\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8PP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240210T130000
DTSTAMP:20240131T122656Z
CREATED:20240131T122656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T122656Z
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SUMMARY:Pancake Event
DESCRIPTION:Raffle – Tombola – Cakes – Pancakes \nAll Welcome!
URL:https://swd.news/event/pancake-event/
LOCATION:St Luke’s Parish Centre\, Church Lane\, Ferryhill\, DL17 8LT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240113T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240113T150000
DTSTAMP:20240110T103933Z
CREATED:20240110T103933Z
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SUMMARY:Family New Year's Party & Disco - Henknowle
DESCRIPTION:Family New Year’s Party & Disco. \nSaturday 13th January 2024. \n1pm-3pm. \nHenknowle Community Centre\, Cumbria Place\, Bishop Auckland\, DL14 6TJ. \n£2 per ticket per person. \nFace painting\, crafts\, tattoos\, children’s food\, party boxes\, plus gift. \nHot dogs and refreshments for adults. \nContact\nFacebook – Wear Valley Community Action Group\nMobile – 07891082168\nEmail – wearvalleycommunityactiongroup@gmail.com
URL:https://swd.news/event/family-new-years-party-disco-henknowle/
LOCATION:Henknowle Community Centre\, Cumbria Place\, Bishop Auckland\, DL14 6TJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Party
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231227
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240108
DTSTAMP:20231115T123255Z
CREATED:20231115T123255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T123255Z
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SUMMARY:Flying Scotsman at Christmas - Locomotion
DESCRIPTION:Flying Scotsman at Christmas. \nFree family event. \n16 December 2023 – 7 January 2024. \nFree tickets\, book in advance locomotion.org.uk.
URL:https://swd.news/event/flying-scotsman-at-christmas-locomotion-2/
LOCATION:Locomotion\, Dale Road Industrial Estate\, Shildon\, County Durham\, DL4 2RE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20230913T114039Z
CREATED:20230913T114039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T114039Z
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SUMMARY:AGLOW
DESCRIPTION:A brand-new Christmas light trail\, AGLOW\, will dazzle visitors to Auckland Castle this festive season\, with the tallest Christmas tree in the North\, the longest outdoor light tunnel in the country\, as well as seventeen other breath-taking light installations\, making it one of the largest light trails in England. \nTaking place from 22 November to 31 December\, excluding Christmas Day\, AGLOW is a glittering one-and-a-half-mile long trail through the ancient Castle grounds\, taking in the Deer Park\, River Gaunless and a specially created Santa’s Village\, complete with a performance stage. The scenery of the castle and grounds have been utilised to their full extent\, making every twist and turn of the 1.5 hour-long illuminated route a Christmas experience like no other. \nWhilst exploring AGLOW\, visitors will see Auckland Castle in a whole new light\, with stunning projections on the castle walls and glowing rainbow-hued spheres of light covering the bowling green. A sparkling 100 metre-long tunnel of 100\,000 stars leads into the parkland where large-scale illuminations with lasers\, neon ropes\, mirror balls\, LED vines and starburst trees will dazzle and delight. Life-size illuminated deer graze amongst silk flower lanterns at the Deer House\, while dancing water fountains make the River Gaunless spring to life and daring illuminations featuring real fire make for after-dark drama. \nAlong the trail\, visitors can take in the sights over a mulled wine or hot chocolate and enjoy toasting marshmallows over the open firepit. Towering over Santa’s Village is a giant redwood or Wellingtonia tree beside the river\, festooned with almost one kilometre of colourful lights – at 32 metres\, or 104 feet high\, the tree claims the title of tallest Christmas tree in the North. In front of this spectacular backdrop\, the picturesque wooden cabins of Santa’s Village offer a further choice of festive food and drinks. \nOn the stage\, Santa and his mischievous elves will entertain children and adults alike with a live show performed regularly throughout the evening. For some interactive fun there are bubble installations and musical tree stumps\, as well as vintage fairground rides\, including a 1934 children’s train with carriages named after towns in North East England\, a 1950s Chair-o-plane and a popular Hook-a-Duck stall offering prizes every time. \nJames Cundall\, organiser of AGLOW\, said: “The incredible landscape at Auckland Castle lends itself brilliantly to a light trail of this scale. The castle and parkland provide a perfect palette for AGLOW and will give families and friends an unforgettable festive experience.” \nEntry times for the trail are at 30-minute intervals from 4:30pm – 8:30pm each day. Allow at least 90 minutes to complete the trail. \nTickets are £21.50 for adults\, £14.50 for children or £66.50 for families (consisting of one adult and three children\, or two adults and two children.) Children aged 2 and under enter for free. \nThe Auckland Project Annual Pass Holders receive 20% discount on the ticket prices.\nTickets can be booked here.
URL:https://swd.news/event/aglow-2/
LOCATION:Auckland Castle\, Market Place\, Bishop Auckland\, County Durham\, DL14 7NR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas Event,Family Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Auckland Project":MAILTO:enquiries@aucklandproject.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231224
DTSTAMP:20231115T123125Z
CREATED:20231115T123125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T123125Z
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SUMMARY:Flying Scotsman at Christmas - Locomotion
DESCRIPTION:Flying Scotsman at Christmas. \nFree family event. \n16 December 2023 – 7 January 2024. \nFree tickets\, book in advance locomotion.org.uk.
URL:https://swd.news/event/flying-scotsman-at-christmas-locomotion/
LOCATION:Locomotion\, Dale Road Industrial Estate\, Shildon\, County Durham\, DL4 2RE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231225
DTSTAMP:20230913T113920Z
CREATED:20230913T113920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T113920Z
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SUMMARY:AGLOW
DESCRIPTION:A brand-new Christmas light trail\, AGLOW\, will dazzle visitors to Auckland Castle this festive season\, with the tallest Christmas tree in the North\, the longest outdoor light tunnel in the country\, as well as seventeen other breath-taking light installations\, making it one of the largest light trails in England. \nTaking place from 22 November to 31 December\, excluding Christmas Day\, AGLOW is a glittering one-and-a-half-mile long trail through the ancient Castle grounds\, taking in the Deer Park\, River Gaunless and a specially created Santa’s Village\, complete with a performance stage. The scenery of the castle and grounds have been utilised to their full extent\, making every twist and turn of the 1.5 hour-long illuminated route a Christmas experience like no other. \nWhilst exploring AGLOW\, visitors will see Auckland Castle in a whole new light\, with stunning projections on the castle walls and glowing rainbow-hued spheres of light covering the bowling green. A sparkling 100 metre-long tunnel of 100\,000 stars leads into the parkland where large-scale illuminations with lasers\, neon ropes\, mirror balls\, LED vines and starburst trees will dazzle and delight. Life-size illuminated deer graze amongst silk flower lanterns at the Deer House\, while dancing water fountains make the River Gaunless spring to life and daring illuminations featuring real fire make for after-dark drama. \nAlong the trail\, visitors can take in the sights over a mulled wine or hot chocolate and enjoy toasting marshmallows over the open firepit. Towering over Santa’s Village is a giant redwood or Wellingtonia tree beside the river\, festooned with almost one kilometre of colourful lights – at 32 metres\, or 104 feet high\, the tree claims the title of tallest Christmas tree in the North. In front of this spectacular backdrop\, the picturesque wooden cabins of Santa’s Village offer a further choice of festive food and drinks. \nOn the stage\, Santa and his mischievous elves will entertain children and adults alike with a live show performed regularly throughout the evening. For some interactive fun there are bubble installations and musical tree stumps\, as well as vintage fairground rides\, including a 1934 children’s train with carriages named after towns in North East England\, a 1950s Chair-o-plane and a popular Hook-a-Duck stall offering prizes every time. \nJames Cundall\, organiser of AGLOW\, said: “The incredible landscape at Auckland Castle lends itself brilliantly to a light trail of this scale. The castle and parkland provide a perfect palette for AGLOW and will give families and friends an unforgettable festive experience.” \nEntry times for the trail are at 30-minute intervals from 4:30pm – 8:30pm each day. Allow at least 90 minutes to complete the trail. \nTickets are £21.50 for adults\, £14.50 for children or £66.50 for families (consisting of one adult and three children\, or two adults and two children.) Children aged 2 and under enter for free. \nThe Auckland Project Annual Pass Holders receive 20% discount on the ticket prices.\nTickets can be booked here.
URL:https://swd.news/event/aglow/
LOCATION:Auckland Castle\, Market Place\, Bishop Auckland\, County Durham\, DL14 7NR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Christmas Event,Family Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Auckland Project":MAILTO:enquiries@aucklandproject.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20231105T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20231105T173000
DTSTAMP:20231024T152224Z
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SUMMARY:Fireworks Spectacular 2023 - Spennymoor
DESCRIPTION:Children’s rides from 5:30pm. \nMusic & Entertainment by Goffy Media. \nFireworks countdown at 6:30pm by the Town Mayor. \nFree entry by ticket only – available exclusively from the Town Hall. \nNo pets\, no alcohol\, no unaccompanied children\, no personal fireworks or sparklers. \nTickets available from the Town Hall for Parishioners only from 16th October. \nTickets can be collected from the Town Hall reception:\nMonday to Friday 9:30am to 12:30pm\nMonday to Thursday 2pm to 4:30pm\nFriday 2pm to 4pm \nRestricted to 6 tickets per family. \nAny tickets remaining after 30th October will be open to non-residents.
URL:https://swd.news/event/fireworks-spectacular-2023-spennymoor/
LOCATION:High Whitworth Playing Fields
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Firework Display
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ORGANIZER;CN="Spennymoor Town Council":MAILTO:info@spennymoor-tc.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230909T140000
DTSTAMP:20230801T142702Z
CREATED:20230801T142603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T142702Z
UID:19853-1694253600-1694268000@swd.news
SUMMARY:Fun Day - Little Treasures Autism Charity
DESCRIPTION:Little Treasures Autism Charity\, based in Ferryhill\, is holding a Fun Day for everyone to help raise awareness of autism\, the charity and to raise funds. Little Treasures is the leading charity in County Durham supporting autistic adults\, children and their families. \n\n\n\nThe Fun Day is set to take place on Saturday 9 September from 10am until 2pm at Ferryhill Sports and Education Centre. The entry fee for the day is just £1. \n\n\n\n“We have two bouncy castles\, a soft play\, a visit from Mario and Luigi\, face painting\, kids entertainment\, possible dance show\, disco\, popcorn\, and candy floss\,” said the charity’s co-founder\, Michelle Abbs. “We are also looking for any donations that we could use for our tombola or for raffle prizes\,” added Michelle. \n\n\n\n“Any unused and unwanted gifts\, gift sets\, any spare bottles of alcohol\, we’d love if you could consider donating some to the charity. We also have some tables available for local stall holders too. Please email us at littletreasuresfunding[@]gmail[.]com.”
URL:https://swd.news/event/fun-day-little-treasures-autism-charity/
LOCATION:Ferryhill Sports & Education Centre\, Ferryhill Sport & Education Centre\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8TB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Little Treasures Autism Charity":MAILTO:littletreasures18@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230828T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230828T160000
DTSTAMP:20230809T112830Z
CREATED:20230809T111103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T112830Z
UID:20024-1693224000-1693238400@swd.news
SUMMARY:Ferryhill Town Youth FC - Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Cake stall\nSweets stall\nFootball\nTombola\nInflatables\n\n£3 per person for unlimited use of inflatables. \nEveryone welcome.
URL:https://swd.news/event/ferryhill-town-youth-fc-open-day/
LOCATION:Dean Bank Recreational Park Clubhouse\, Hackworth Close\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8PS\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Open Day
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ferryhill-town-youth.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230823T120000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111028Z
CREATED:20230718T111028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111028Z
UID:19476-1692784800-1692792000@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-2/
LOCATION:Chilton Miners Welfare Recreation Ground\, Chilton Way\, Chilton\, County Durham\, DL17 0HJ
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230821T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230821T150000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111145Z
CREATED:20230718T111115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111145Z
UID:19465-1692622800-1692630000@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-3/
LOCATION:Dean Bank Park\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230819T170000
DTSTAMP:20230809T113050Z
CREATED:20230809T112720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230809T113050Z
UID:20031-1692446400-1692464400@swd.news
SUMMARY:Family Fun Day - Chilton Juniors FC
DESCRIPTION:70 Ft assault course\nInflatable human\nFootball table\nBungee eliminator run\nUnclimbable ladder\nMega slide\nBouncy castle\nCoaches in the stocks\nTug of war\nSide stalls\nCanteen open\n\n£5 entry fee per child for unlimited use of inflatables – pay at the gate.
URL:https://swd.news/event/family-fun-day-chilton-juniors-fc/
LOCATION:Chilton Academy\, Chilton\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 0PT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/chilton-juniors-family-fun-day.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Chilton Juniors Football Club":MAILTO:Chiltonjuniors@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230817T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230817T160000
DTSTAMP:20230808T100644Z
CREATED:20230725T132302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T100644Z
UID:19744-1692266400-1692288000@swd.news
SUMMARY:Bishop River Fest 2023
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://swd.news/event/bishop-river-fest-2023/
LOCATION:Bishop Auckland Rugby Club\, West Mills Playing Fields\, Bridge Rd\, Bishop Auckland\, County Durham\, DL14 7PA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/riverfest-2023-poster.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230816T120000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111159Z
CREATED:20230718T111159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111159Z
UID:19474-1692180000-1692187200@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-4/
LOCATION:Chilton Miners Welfare Recreation Ground\, Chilton Way\, Chilton\, County Durham\, DL17 0HJ
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230814T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230814T150000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111211Z
CREATED:20230718T111211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111211Z
UID:19463-1692018000-1692025200@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-5/
LOCATION:Dean Bank Park\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230811T160000
DTSTAMP:20230801T111225Z
CREATED:20230801T111225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T111225Z
UID:19835-1691758800-1691769600@swd.news
SUMMARY:Family Friendly Advice\, Support Sharing and Networking Event - P.A.N.D.A
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a child who has additional needs\, a disability or SEN? \nDo you feel like there is little or no suporrt available? \nAs a group we decided to get as many groups as possible\, agencies and people together to showcase the support\, advice and activities that are available (some of which we didn’t even know about). \nWe also have a BOUNCY CASTLE to keep the children entertained. \nGroups confirmed attending are:\nWellbeing for Life\,\nDurham DADIg\,\nLittle Treasures\,\nRainbow in the Rain – Drawing and Talking Therapy\,\nLivin Futures\,\nSisters of Support\,\nSupportive Spaces Online\,\nLearning a New Way CIC\,\nwith more invited. \nFor more information message Williamena Keal Lib via Facebook\, join P.A.N.D.A.S. formally Shildon Unique Parents and Carers or Facebook or email shildonp.a.n.d.a.s@gmail.com
URL:https://swd.news/event/family-friendly-advice-support-sharing-and-networking-event-p-a-n-d-a/
LOCATION:Shildon Railway Institute\, 78 Redworth Rd\, Shildon\, County Durham\, DL4 2JJ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event,Support Group
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ORGANIZER;CN="P.A.N.D.A.S":MAILTO:shildonp.a.n.d.a.s@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230809T120000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111221Z
CREATED:20230718T111221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111221Z
UID:19472-1691575200-1691582400@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-6/
LOCATION:Chilton Miners Welfare Recreation Ground\, Chilton Way\, Chilton\, County Durham\, DL17 0HJ
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230807T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230807T150000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111231Z
CREATED:20230718T111231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111231Z
UID:19461-1691413200-1691420400@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-7/
LOCATION:Dean Bank Park\, Ferryhill\, County Durham\, DL17 8PX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230805T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230805T150000
DTSTAMP:20230712T102144Z
CREATED:20230605T124115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230712T102144Z
UID:18518-1691233200-1691247600@swd.news
SUMMARY:Fun4All
DESCRIPTION:Fun4All is back and bigger than ever!\nThe FREE\, family fun event is back for another year\, with lots planned to entertain the whole family.\nIf your group\, club\, service\, or organisation would like to be part of this fantastic free family event\, contact Shildon Town Council on 01388 772563 or email k.regan[@]shildon[.]gov[.]uk
URL:https://swd.news/event/fun4all/
LOCATION:Hackworth Park\, Central Parade\, Shildon\, County Durham\, DL4 1DL\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/fun4all-poster-2023.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Shildon Town Council":MAILTO:council@shildon.gov.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230802T120000
DTSTAMP:20230718T111240Z
CREATED:20230718T111240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230718T111240Z
UID:19470-1690970400-1690977600@swd.news
SUMMARY:Nature Explorers
DESCRIPTION:Games\, natural crafts\, wildlife activities\, lunch and more. \nActivities aimed at children aged 4-11. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions will take place whatever the weather. \nBooking essential: you can do so here or use the QR code.
URL:https://swd.news/event/nature-explorers-8/
LOCATION:Chilton Miners Welfare Recreation Ground\, Chilton Way\, Chilton\, County Durham\, DL17 0HJ
CATEGORIES:Family Event
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://swd.news/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/nature-explorers.jpg
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