Things to do in Barnard Castle

Daniel Foxx: How Lovely

Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didn’t.

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Connor Burns: Flow

Don’t miss the all-new show from Scotland’s hilarious new stand-up superstar who is widely hailed as one of the most exciting breakthrough artists in the global…

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Alfie Moore: Acopalypse Now

The Four Horsemen of Rising Crime, Global Warming, AI and Culture Wars are galloping towards us. Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes?

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Tommy Cooper - Have I Got Time For More?

A brand new production from the guys that brought you Steptoe & Son!Tommy Cooper, one of the greatest ever comedians, is back!

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Pete Firman

With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician.Join him for an evening of…

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Mark Simmons: Jest to Impress

Mark is back on tour in 2026 with Jest To Impress, a brand new show packed with even more expertly crafted one-liners, alongside his trademark off-the-cuff joke…

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Dom Joly: The Conspiracy Tour

Its been twenty-five years since Trigger Happy TV burst onto our screens, transforming the hidden camera format with its surreal universe of characters and unfo…

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Aurie Styla: Maverick

Aurie Styla is one of the most naturally charismatic and hilarious comedians around.

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Matt Forde: Project Holy Moly

Another new Prime Minister. Another new government. Another set of black holes.Join leading political comedian and satirist Matt Forde (The Royal Variety Perfor…

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Tom Stade

Canadian powerhouse Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new show - taking aim at the absurdities of modern times with his contagious charm and incisive,…

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Gallery Takeover: Map Makers

Take a closer look at the art around you, then create something inspired by what you find.

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Parkland Explorers: Hedgehog Houses

Head to the wildflower meadow behind the museum to discover hidden wildlife and make habitats for hibernating hedgehogs using recycled materials.

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Discover Creatures of the Night

Discover the hidden creatures of the night on a guided evening family walk from the Bowlees Visitors Centre in Upper Teesdale, Tuesday 27 October, 7pm to 9pm.Jo…

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Barnard Castle Tapestry Creative Workshops

Thanks to the exciting Street Museum project, we are delighted to be delivering an exciting new project to help create The Barnard Castle Tapestry.

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Tcr Viking Day!

TCR Hub are hosting our Viking Day for families to enjoy a fun and exciting historic adventure together!

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Daniel Foxx

Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didnt.

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Mark Steel: Work in Progress

Mark Steel: Work in ProgressJoin Mark as he tries out some brand new material! All in an intimate setting at The Witham.Sony and Writers' Guild Award-winning wr…

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Lace and Legacy: Fashion Treasures from The Blackborne Collection

Commemorating the extraordinary gift and enduring national significance of the Blackborne lace collection and marking 20 years since the landmark exhibition Fin…

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Rebecca Moss: Dream Machines

Inspired by The Bowes Museum's iconic 18th-century Silver Swan automaton, Rebecca Moss's Dream Machines began as a live performance in London's Olympic Park, wh…

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Patrick Monahan - I'm Not a Terrorist, I'm Freddie Mercury

He's more in common with Freddie Mercury than Hezbollah. He's had visas turned down & access restricted. 60 minutes to prove he's not a terrorist.

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Chris Cantrill: Rewilding

Chris Cantrill (SNL UK, Iclewick FM) brings his Edinburgh Comedy Award winning show about community, vengeance and custard on tour!

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Josie Brookes and Tom Madge: The Colour Collective

Leave your mark on a collective work of art.Step inside an immersive world of line, pattern and colour, created by artists Josie Brookes and Tom Madge and inspi…

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Unquiet Earth: Labour and Landscapes

Bringing together paintings, works on paper and objects from three major UK collections – The Bowes Museum, Russell-Cotes Art Gallery & Museum and Watts Gallery…

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Catharina van Hemessen: The Artist and Her World

Catharina van Hemessen was the only known 16th century Flemish woman painter to have signed her works, leaving a remarkable record of her ambition and artistic…

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David Bowie: On Tour

Over 100 highlights from the V&A’s David Bowie’s archive on display at The Bowes Museum.Bringing together 100 highlights from the Victoria and Albert Museum’s (…

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Matt Richardson: Bit Much Mate

Being loud, brazen and a little bit lairy was all Matt needed to propel himself onto the comedy Multi-award-winning comedian, presenter, and viral sensation, Ma…

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Front Row Talk: The Cornish Sketchbooks

Join Mike Thornton, Norman Cornish’s son-in-law, for an intimate walkthrough of The Bowes Museum’s Norman Cornish: A Life in Sketchbooks exhibition.

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A Lunedale Odyssey

The Castle Players in A Lunedale Odyssey

Mickleton Village Hall, Barnard Castle

Alan Carr - Work In Progress

Join Alan as he warms up ahead of his brand-new tour!

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Bowes Book Club: Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney

Uncover secrets and deception in Alice Feeney’s gripping thriller at Bowes Book Club.Unravel the web of secrets within Rock Paper Scissors, Alice Feeney’s psych…

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The Comic Strip Presents... Film Screening & Live Q&a

The Comic Strip Presents... Film Screening & Live Q&A Wednesday 25 November 2026 7:30pm 20.00Join us for a special evening celebrating the groundbreaking comedy…

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Moliere: the Last Laugh

In this full length version of the play, which is "fast, physical and quite mischievous", written and performed by Gordon Duffy McGhie, this extraordinary one m…

Whorlton Village Hall, Barnard Castle

Bowes Book Club: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig

Be transported to The Midnight Library, Matt Haig’s contemporary novel about Nora Seed, who finds herself in a mysterious library between life and death where e…

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Whisky Galore

The Castle Players present the first night of their winter touring production, Whisky Galore by Philip Goulding. Life is hard for the inhabitants of the remote…

Whorlton Village Hall, Barnard Castle

Phoenix Rising - Third in the in-Between-Out Full Day Retreat Series

PHOENIX RISING - fire & air elementsThe phoenix story is about transformation through surrender - the art of dying well so that something true can live.

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Rob Newman: 21st Century Survival Guide

Hot on the heels of his new novel, INTELLIGENCE, Rob Newman returns to offer a Survival Guide to the 21st Century.

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Jack Skipper: Nothing Heavy

After a sell-out debut tour and an appearance on Live at the Apollo, Jack Skipper is back with his brand-new show, Nothing Heavy.Expect more of Jack's brilliant…

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Cal Halbert 101 Impressions in One Hour

Cal Halbert 101 Impressions In One Hour Friday 5 March 2027 7.30pm 15.00 16+ Cal Halbert is one of the UK's leading comedy impressionists and a hugely versatile…

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Tom Stade: Tom Stade Rules

Tom Stade Tom Stade Rules Thursday 13 May 2027 8.00pm 25.00 16+ Brand new show for 2026/7 Canadian powerhouse Tom Stade is back on the road with a brand-new sho…

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Gavin Webster: Good Evening, I'm Gavin Webster

Geordie stand up legend and one of the first post alternative comedians in the North East, Blaydon's very own Gavin Webster is back on a tour.

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