Things to do in Barnard Castle

Neil Delamere: Reinventing The Neil

Our comedic adventurer returns with a brand new standup show, packed to the brim of tall tales and hilarious stories.Join the star of the Blame Game, Live at th…

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Connor Burns: Flow

Don’t miss the all-new show from Scotland’s hilarious new stand-up superstar, Connor Burns, who is widely hailed as one of the most exciting breakthrough artist…

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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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Seann Walsh: After This One, I'm Going Home

Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and the self-dubbed “Lie-In King”, Seann Walsh is 'unquestionably the best observational comic of his generation' (The Guardian).…

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Jimeoin: Ballyhoo!

A not-to-be-missed, hilarious evening with a genuine stand-up comedy legend who is globally hailed as one of live comedy's masters - we are absolutely delighted…

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Laura Lexx: Yo-Yo

In a 10 year marriage eventually your partner sees it all. Every bad idea. Every silly decision.

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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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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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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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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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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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Tcr Food Warriors: Cookery Sessions For Adults

Join Community Cook Louisa to enjoy a monthly social cookery session to learn new skills, cook together and make friends.Louisa will show you how to make meals…

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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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Just Cook Early Winter Term 2026

Just Cook Winter TermWe will spend the term making recipes that your children have chosen.This group is funded by the National Lottery.

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Just Cook Winter Half Term 2026

Just Cook Winter TermWe will spend the half term making recipes that your children have chosen.This group is funded by the National Lottery.

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Fyfe Dangerfield

Antony Dangerfield Hutchins is an English musician and songwriter, best known as the founding member of the indie rock band Guillemots.

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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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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.

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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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Bowes Babies

A sensory museum session for little ones aged 0-5 and their grown-ups. Bowes Babies offers opportunities to play, explore and discover through touch, sound and…

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Bowes Book Club: The Lady and the Unicorn by Tracy Chevalier

Bowes Book Club invites readers and culture lovers to enjoy a cosy curator-led Sunday afternoon at The Bowes Museum.

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Kelly Rickard: Burning Love

Kelly Rickard Burning Love Saturday 3 October | 7.30pm | 15.00 | 14+ Kelly Rickard Burning Love is not, as it first sounds, a tale of a nasty bout of cystitis.

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Fungus Foray

Join mycologist Gordon Beakes for a closer look at fascinating fungi! An ideal introduction to the basics of fungi identification and their role in the environm…

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Fyfe Dangerfield In Concert at The Bowes Museum

Following a stunning performance at The Bowes Museum last year,enjoy another unforgettable evening with Brit-nominated singer-songwriter Fyfe Dangerfield, best…

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St Catherine’s Child in Concert at The Bowes Museum

The Bowes Museum is delighted to welcome back emerging artist Ilana Zsigmond, AKA St Catherine’s Child, for her second live performance in the beautiful setting…

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An Audience with Dr Margaret Bradshaw

Celebrate the remarkable Upper Teesdale landscape and the rare flora found across the valley at this special evening with local botanist and ecologist Dr Margar…

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Bowes Book Club: The Marriage Portrait by Maggie O’Farrell

Explore Renaissance art, power and storytelling through Maggie O’Farrell’s compelling novel at Bowes Book Club.Travel to Renaissance Italy for a curator-led dis…

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Saboteurs Night: A Traitors-inspired event

Inspired by the hugely popular BBC series The Traitors, this fundraising event is organised by the Rotary clubs of Newton Aycliffe and Teesdale & District Eco.

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Juan Martín In Concert at The Bowes Museum

Following two successful shows in 2025, The Bowes Museum is excited to welcome back world-renowned flamenco guitarist, Juan Martín. Hailed as one of the greates…

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October Half Term

This October Half Term, families can enjoy a lively mix of creative and nature-inspired activities across The Bowes Museum’s galleries, creative spaces and park…

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Juan Martín Masterclass at The Bowes Museum

Aspiring flamenco players can take advantage of an opportunity to spend time with one of the world’s guitar greats.

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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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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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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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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 wri…

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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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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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