What's on in Bowburn

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Food & Drink

Around £7.50

Lunch and a Drink

Come join us at The Library Durham for our delicious Lunch and a Drink daily deal, available Monday to Friday! Indulge in our mouthwatering burgers paired with a refreshing drink, all at a fantastic price. Looking for a great lunch spot? Look no further! Our Lunch and Drink offer starts from just £7.50, making it the perfect midday treat for you and your friends. With a variety of options to choose from, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this amazing deal at The Library Durham - where great food meets great value. Grab your friends and head over for a delightful dining experience that won't break the bank!

Wed 22 JulThe Old Library(3.1mi)

via The Old LibraryLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Embroidery General Day Class

Learn traditional or contemporary hand embroidery techniques in Tracy’s studio in Fowlers Yard, Durham City.

Wed 22 JulTracy A Franklin(3.4mi)

via Tracy A FranklinLocal gem

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

This year at Crook Hall Gardens Summer of Play is bigger than ever! When you visit choose to get involved with a led pop-up event or play in your own time with our self-led activities available every day from July to September. There'll be different games you can pick up and play with dotted around the gardens including dress-up areas, nature-based creative activities or football, sack racing and more. On top of all this, check back on our events page soon for our pop-up activities (dates TBC). As a sneak peek here's what to look out for: • Free family yoga sessions with Kalma Life UK • Free games of rounders and dodgeball • Free nature crafts • SEND sports and games with Smile Through Sport • Axe Throwing with B Outdoors With imaginations running wild and competitive fun happening throughout the gardens you'll head home tired yet refreshed from connecting with beautiful nature.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Crook Hall Gardens(3.7mi)

via Crook Hall Gardens

History & Heritage

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Join volunteer Chris for a guided tour of Crook Hall Gardens and the medieval hall. Learn about the history of the home, all the way back 1217, when it first appears in written records. Hear about some of the fascinating families who lived here over the centuries and discover the hall’s surprising literary connections. Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome. Please note: Tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on .

Wed 22 Jul12:00Crook Hall Gardens(3.7mi)

via Crook Hall Gardens

Live Music

Around £4

Thirsty Thursday | Quiz & Karaoke

Come join us for a night of fun and entertainment at The Library Durham in Durham! Get ready to test your knowledge and vocal skills at our Quiz and Karaoke Night. Show off your trivia prowess during the quiz rounds, then unleash your inner rockstar on the karaoke stage! Don't miss out on our amazing drinks offer - enjoy £4 craft beers and cocktails all night long. Sip on delicious drinks while you compete in the quiz or cheer on your friends as they belt out their favorite tunes. Gather your friends and get ready for a memorable evening of laughter, music, and friendly competition. See you at The Library Durham for a Quiz and Karaoke Night you won't forget!

Thu 23 JulThe Old Library(3.1mi)

via The Old LibraryLocal gem

Food & Drink

Around £7.50

Lunch and a Drink

Thu 23 JulThe Old Library(3.1mi)

via The Old LibraryLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Embroidery General Day Class

Learn traditional or contemporary hand embroidery techniques in Tracy’s studio in Fowlers Yard, Durham City.

Thu 23 JulTracy A Franklin(3.4mi)

via Tracy A FranklinLocal gem

Community

Bingo Nights

Join us for our highly popular fortnightly Thursday bingo nights! Fun games, friendly competition, and a chance to win money, makes this a must-attend event.

Thu 23 JulBrowney Social Club(3.9mi)

via Browney Social ClubLocal gem

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crook Hall Gardens(3.7mi)

via Crook Hall Gardens

Workshops & Classes

Legs Bums & Tums Class

Close 11:00 am: Legs Bums & Tums Class 11:00 am – 12:00 pm 23 July 2026 Main Hall Sherburn Hill Community Hub & Café Sherburn Hill , DH6 1PA United Kingdom View Location Map Main Hall

Thu 23 Jul12:00Sherburn Hill Community Hub(2.9mi)

via Sherburn Hill Community HubLocal gem

Likely freeTheatre

Outdoor theatre with Illyria: Pinocchio

Carlo Collodi’s classic is a perennial favourite. It is the third most translated book in the world, having appeared in no fewer than 260 languages since it was published in 1883, and has never been out of print. Childless toymaker Geppetto buys a piece of wood to make a puppet – little realising the chaos he is about to unleash. The puppet yearns for adventure and runs away, but instead of excitement only finds glorious attractions containing hidden dangers. He returns home hoping to be showered with sympathy and learns his tribulations are just beginning. Running away hasn’t worked; lying won’t work; he must become a real boy to achieve the belonging he craves. Collodi describes the development from puppet to real boy in the same way that useless green timber is matured into useful well-seasoned wood – a transformation only achieved through trials of water and fire. Illyria celebrates this magical coming-of-age tale in a thrilling musical outdoor show. The running time is approx. 95 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Free entry for carers, one per paid booking. Well-behaved dogs on leads are permitted.

Thu 23 Jul19:15Crook Hall Gardens(3.7mi)

via Crook Hall Gardens

Community

Friday Night

24th July 2026

Fri 24 JulDurham Community Church(3mi)

via Durham Community ChurchCurated

Food & Drink

Around £7.50

Lunch and a Drink

Fri 24 JulThe Old Library(3.1mi)

via The Old LibraryLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Around £75.00

Embroidery General Day Class

Learn traditional or contemporary hand embroidery techniques in Tracy’s studio in Fowlers Yard, Durham City.

Fri 24 JulTracy A Franklin(3.4mi)

via Tracy A FranklinLocal gem

Community

Around £29

Nature Nook

Join us for a fun, crafty session making your own willow basket in a relaxed, hands-on two-hour workshop! Morning and afternoon sessions available.

Fri 24 JulBookWyrm(3.4mi)

via BookWyrmLocal gem

Community

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Sherburn Hill Community Hub & Café

Fri 24 Jul09:30Sherburn Hill Community Hub(2.9mi)

via Sherburn Hill Community HubLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Friday Friends at 10 FF@10

FF@10 is a weekly meeting for anyone interested in relaxed company, refreshments, conversation and regular activities. Do come along to join a friendly and accepting group of people. Meet old friends and make new ones. Everyone is welcome. No charge or cost to join in. Come along and see for yourself.

Fri 24 Jul10:00St Mary the Virgin, Shincliffe(1.8mi)

via St Mary the Virgin, ShincliffeLocal gem

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Venues with events near Bowburn

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

Sherburn Hill Community Hub2.9 miles away St Mary the Virgin, Shincliffe1.8 miles away Durham Community Church3.0 miles away

More about Bowburn

Durham, England

Bowburn has a local Durham setting where the useful dates may be small but still worth finding. Sports King Coaching gives the current listings a useful local hint. Near Here gathers Bowburn events so local sport and nearby plans are easier to find. Check individual listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before heading out.

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Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Thirsty Thursday | Quiz & Karaoke

Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Bingo Nights

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Legs Bums & Tums Class

Outdoor theatre with Illyria: Pinocchio

Friday Night

Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Nature Nook

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Friday Friends at 10 FF@10

Venues with events near Bowburn

More about Bowburn

Enjoyed the look of Bowburn?

What's on near Bowburn, in your inbox

Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Thirsty Thursday | Quiz & Karaoke

Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Bingo Nights

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Legs Bums & Tums Class

Outdoor theatre with Illyria: Pinocchio

Friday Night

Lunch and a Drink

Embroidery General Day Class

Nature Nook

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Friday Friends at 10 FF@10