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Festivals & Events

Discovery Festival - 80s Calling

Discovery Festival - 80s Calling is happening at Dophin Centre. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 8 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Pride

Filed under: Pride at Dophin Centre looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sat 8 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Aycliffe Running Day 2026

Get ready for another fantastic transport celebration as we bring you Aycliffe Running Day 2026 ! Join us for a full day of classic vehicles, heritage rides, and museum attractions—perfect for enthusiasts, families, and anyone with a passion for buses. Enjoy a brilliant line-up of activities, including: A range of visiting and home fleet vehicles on display Free bus journeys across the day, including special themed runs Stalls, traders, and refreshments Aycliffe Bus Museum open with exclusive displays and archive material With plenty to see, ride, and explore, Aycliffe Running Day promises a fun and memorable experience for all ages. If you’d like to enter a vehicle or book a stall , we’d love to hear from you: Facebook Messenger Email: We can’t wait to see you there for another brilliant day at the museum!

Sat 8 AugAycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society(4.1mi)

via Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation SocietyCurated

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Georgie's Coffee Stop

Come along and try ‘Georgies’ between 10 and 12 on the second Saturday of the month! Georgie's Coffee Stop takes place in the Middleton St George Community Centre. Plenty of drinks, cakes and bacon butties. All are welcome!

Sat 8 Aug10:00St George(4.9mi)

via St GeorgeLocal gem

Festivals & EventsSports & Fitness

Aycliffe Running Day 2026 — Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society

Filed under: Aycliffe Running Day 2026 — Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society at Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Sat 8 Aug11:00Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society(4.1mi)

via Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation SocietyCurated

Festivals & Events

Discovery Festival - Sunday

Discovery Festival - Sunday? At Dophin Centre? Say no more. Well, actually — their site says quite a bit more. Worth a click.

Sun 9 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Summer Diving Camp

We found this gem on Dophin Centre's website. Summer Diving Camp — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Mon 10 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Move More Monday

Dophin Centre is putting on Move More Monday and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Mon 10 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Dolphin Centre Summer Pool Parties

We keep tabs on Dophin Centre so you don't have to. Dolphin Centre Summer Pool Parties caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Tue 11 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Around £2

Elevate

Tue 11 AugGreat Aycliffe Town Council(4.8mi)

via Great Aycliffe Town CouncilLocal gem

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Around £2

Elevate Your Summer

Step into the summer’s most exciting mini‑festival at Elevate, where the thrills are big, the energy is high, and the fun never stops. Join us on Tuesday 11th August 2026, from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm at Town Park, Newton Aycliffe, for an action‑packed afternoon designed for young people aged 10–16 (give or take). Your £2 entry gets you access to five awesome attractions—from the twisting Frog and high‑energy Miami rides to the spooky Ghost Train, plus an inflatable assault course and giant bumpy slide that guarantee non‑stop laughs. Grab your friends, bring your best summer vibes, and get ready to elevate your day. St Mary’s church has kindly allowed families attending the event to use their car park.

Tue 11 AugGreat Aycliffe Town Council(4.8mi)

via Great Aycliffe Town CouncilLocal gem

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Around £2

Elevate

Tue 11 AugOakleaf Play Area(4.9mi)

via Oakleaf Play AreaLocal gem

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Making Sense Together

One for the diary — Making Sense Together at Dophin Centre. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Thu 13 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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A-Level Results Night Party

One for the diary — A-Level Results Night Party at Darlington Mechanics Institute. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Thu 13 AugDarlington Mechanics Institute(2.8mi)

via Darlington Mechanics InstituteLocal gem

Shelly Fairchild (with support from Tennessee Twin)

Live Music

Around £15.00

Shelly Fairchild (with support from Tennessee Twin)

Shelly Fairchild is an acclaimed singer-songwriter and Billboard Hot Country Singles charting recording artist. Born in Mississippi and shaped by a deep musical upbringing, Fairchild moved to Nashville at just 19 years old, where she began writing and recording professionally. Since then, she has built an extraordinary career marked by versatility, authenticity, and influence. She has toured with some of country music’s biggest names, including Martina McBride, Keith Urban, and Tim McGraw, and has appeared as a background vocalist for artists such as Jason Aldean, Eric Church, Tanya Tucker, Melissa Etheridge, Terri Clark, Ashley McBryde, and many more. Tennessee Twin: Victoria and Geoff, met in a recording studio in 1997. From that moment on, their musical journey took an upward trajectory, connecting them on a personal level and captivating audiences around the world.In 2018 their song ‘Wings of Red White & Blue’ won the British Airways/Nashville Music City song-writing competition, taking them to record in Nashville, Tennessee and their debut EP ‘Tips In A Jar’ went straight into the iTunes UK Country Chart at No.1 the following year. Today, celebrated as a well-loved singer-songwriter duo in the UK Country and Americana world, they are driven by shared interests, inspiration, and a love of performance & storytelling through music. Tickets £15.00 Doors From: 7.00PM Show Starts: 8:00PM (Approximately) 16+ (Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult) Before attending please...

Thu 13 Aug20:00Humantics Community Interest Company(2.5mi)

via Humantics Community Interest Company

Live Music

Around £16

RnB: Adam Sweet Band

The Adam Sweet Band deliver brooding blues and roots-rock, balancing expressive guitar work, soulful vocals and a powerful live dynamic rooted in authenticity and feel. Led by guitarist and singer-songwriter Adam Sweet, the band has built a reputation as one of the tightest and most compelling live acts on the UK blues circuit. In 2023 they were crowned Introducing Stage Winners at The Great British Rock and Blues Festival, with this momentum continuing into nominations for UK Blues Emerging Act of the Year at the UK Blues Awards in 2025 & 2026. Taking his cue from the British blues boom of the late ‘60s and early ‘70s, Adam Sweet has been carving out his own territory at the crossroads of classic rock, blues and Americana since first hitting the live scene in the South West of England at just 15. Having worked in various guises; solo acoustic performer, session player and band leader; he’s developed a consummate ability to shift effortlessly from sensitive singer- songwriter to full-throttle blues. Tickets £16 Doors From: 7.30PM Show Starts: 8.30PM (Approximately) 16+ (Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult) Unreserved Seated Event Before attending please read our Covid-19 Disclaimer and check out our Venue Info Page How To Buy Your Ticket Buy Online, using the box below Visit The Forum Reception Call us on: Please note our reception and phone line are not always manned especially at busy events, please see our Opening Hours & Venue Info for more...

Fri 14 Aug20:30Humantics Community Interest Company(2.5mi)

via Humantics Community Interest Company

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Misfits Mega Weekend

Misfits Mega Weekend is happening at Dophin Centre. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 15 AugDophin Centre(2.8mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

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Venues with events near Barmpton

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Dophin Centre2.8 miles away Humantics Community Interest Company2.5 miles away Darlington Mechanics Institute2.8 miles away

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Durham, England

Barmpton is in Durham, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Barmpton events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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