What's on in Branksome

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Branksome.

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Live Music

Choir

Choir is happening at St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Mon 27 JulSt Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre(2mi)

via St Augustine's Catholic Parish CentreCurated

Community

Move More Monday

Spotted Move More Monday on Dophin Centre's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Mon 27 JulDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Community

Moving Minds

Right then — Moving Minds at St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Tue 28 JulSt Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre(2mi)

via St Augustine's Catholic Parish CentreCurated

Community

Martial Arts

Spotted Martial Arts on St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre's listings. We do the finding, they do the hosting. Team effort, really.

Tue 28 JulSt Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre(2mi)

via St Augustine's Catholic Parish CentreCurated

Community

Dolphin Centre Summer Pool Parties

Filed under: Dolphin Centre Summer Pool Parties at Dophin Centre looked too good not to mention. You're very welcome.

Tue 28 JulDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Children & Family

Kids Fest

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure at Kids Fest, our action-packed multi-day kids summer camp at Glow! Each summer, we create a vibrant, high-energy environment where children can laugh, play, explore and feel part of something special. From the moment they arrive, Kids Fest is designed to be immersive and exciting, filled with colour, music, creativity and moments that kids will be talking about long after it’s over.

Tue 28 JulGlow Church(3.9mi)

via Glow ChurchLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Yoga

Yoga at St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Wed 29 JulSt Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre(2mi)

via St Augustine's Catholic Parish CentreCurated

Community

DAD

Right then — DAD at St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 29 JulSt Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre(2mi)

via St Augustine's Catholic Parish CentreCurated

Children & Family

Under the Sea Soft Play - Meet Spiderman

Another belter from Dophin Centre. Under the Sea Soft Play - Meet Spiderman — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Thu 30 JulDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Live Music

The Fire Doors (Tribute to The Doors)

The Fire Doors faithfully bring to life the music of Jim Morrison, Robby Krieger, Ray Manzarek and John Densmore; a celebration of The Doors’ six classic albums, from the brooding psychedelia of the self-titled debut to the bluesy howl of L.A. Woman. The Fire Doors embrace every aspect of this uniquely fascinating band – poetry, mysticism, flamenco and jazz all wrapped up as hard-hitting rock, but with the pop smarts that led to chart-topping singles such as Light My Fire, Hello, I Love You and Touch Me. The Fire Doors sees four mainstays of the North East’s music scene (Peter Brewis, David Brewis and Andrew Moore of Field Music and David Hyde from The Futureheads) coming together to share their first musical love. Their mission now is to help keep the music of The Doors alive. The band are a genuine force and pull the Doors’ hits off with clout and conviction. The result achieves that magic combination of being so tight they almost sound loose.” Daniel Dylan Wray, The Guardian “They’re called Fire Doors. If you see footage of them, they’re incredible.

Fri 31 Jul20:30Humantics Community Interest Company(2.3mi)

via Humantics Community Interest Company

Community

Too Rude DJ's

We keep tabs on Darlington Mechanics Institute so you don't have to. Too Rude DJ's caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Sat 1 AugDarlington Mechanics Institute(2.1mi)

via Darlington Mechanics InstituteLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

10K, 5K and Junior 3K

Dophin Centre has got 10K, 5K and Junior 3K pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sun 2 AugDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Festivals & Events

Darlington Running Festival

We keep tabs on Dophin Centre so you don't have to. Darlington Running Festival caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

Sun 2 AugDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Community

Dolphin Centre Summer Pool Parties

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

Tue 4 AugDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Northgate Walking Group – Saltburn Gill

Free to Join – Great to be a part of. Everyone is welcome to come along and join us. Walks are between 3 and 5 miles. Transport will be available. Wednesday 5 August 2026 – Saltburn Gill Meet at the

Wed 5 AugNorthgate United Reformed Church(0.9mi)

via Northgate United Reformed Church

Community

Library Takeover Day

Library Takeover Day at Dophin Centre. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Wed 5 AugDophin Centre(2.2mi)

via Dophin CentreCurated

Community

Wednesday Said Communion Service

A shorter communion service, with no hymns, focused on hearing the bible, prayer and gathering around the Lord's table. Followed by time to chat with refreshments.

Wed 5 Aug11:30St Herbert's Church(3.4mi)

via St Herbert's ChurchLocal gem

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Venues with events near Branksome

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

Dophin Centre2.2 miles away St Augustine's Catholic Parish Centre2.0 miles away Northgate United Reformed Church0.9 miles away

More about Branksome

Durham, England

Branksome sits quietly in Durham with a character that feels like an old friend who knows exactly how you take your tea. There are plenty of local gatherings to choose from without needing to scroll through endless feeds or chase down specific dates. The community spirit here means neighbours often organise get-togethers that turn into proper celebrations. You can find out what is on by asking around, because the best things happen right in your own street.

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