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Discover Redhills: Past, Present & Future

Community

Around £5.00 – £10.00

Discover Redhills: Past, Present & Future

Redhills is back. Step inside this beautifully refurbished, nationally important building with our new guided tours. Explore the extraordinary history of Redhills – a place where working-class community power helped […]

Mon 27 Jul12:30Redhills: Durham Miners' Hall(4.9mi)

via Redhills: Durham Miners' Hall

Arts & Culture

Craft and Chat

Every Monday at St Aidan's Church Hall - bring along something you're working on (or would like to start!). An opportunity for friendly conversation, refreshments, company and perhaps share some crafting expertise with each other...

Mon 27 Jul13:30St Aidan's Church(3.1mi)

via St Aidan's ChurchLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

Monday Evening Fellowship

The evening starts with bring and share supper - a chance for conversation and friendship, then a time of prayer and bible study. or Email for more information or just drop in! First Monday of the month group meets for an informal meal at the Flintlock Pub, Cornforth

Mon 27 Jul18:30St Aidan's Church(3.1mi)

via St Aidan's ChurchLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & Family

Weekly Family Fun Activities

Free Family Activities in Spennymoor Enjoy four weeks of free family fun in Spennymoor this summer. Join us every Wednesday from 29th July to 19th August for a programme of inclusive and creative activities designed for children aged 6–11 and their families. Each session will feature a variety of engaging experiences, including live performances, dance workshops, and arts and crafts activities—offering something for everyone to enjoy. Activity Dates: 29th July 5th August 12th August 19th August Location: Victoria Jubilee Park Time: 12:00pm – 4:00pm No booking is required—simply come along and take part.

Wed 29 JulSpennymoor Town Hall Art Gallery(1.1mi)

via Spennymoor Town Hall Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Around £12

Auckland Palace

£12 standard / £9.50 Friends of TAP

Wed 29 JulMining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

The Book That Made England: Tyndale’s New Testament at 500

£12 standard / £9.50 Friends of TAP Public talk by Alec Ryrie - Five hundred years ago, a book was smuggled into England that would change the country forever.

Wed 29 JulMining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeChildren & Family

Weekly Family Fun Activities

Wed 29 Jul13:00Spennymoor Town Hall Art Gallery(1.1mi)

via Spennymoor Town Hall Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

The Book That Made England: Tyndale’s New Testament at 500

Public talk by Alec Ryrie - Five hundred years ago, a book was smuggled into England that would change the country forever.

Wed 29 Jul19:30Mining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Around £5

Open Art Space

This summer, Open Art Space moves to the purpose-built Artists' Hub, bringing a vibrant programme of free, drop-in creative workshops for families and visitors of all ages.

Thu 30 JulMining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Open Art Space

This summer, Open Art Space moves to the purpose-built Artists' Hub, bringing a vibrant programme of free, drop-in creative workshops for families and visitors of all ages.

Thu 30 Jul12:00Mining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Friday Night

31st July 2026

Fri 31 JulDurham Community Church(3.5mi)

via Durham Community ChurchCurated

Likely freeCommunity

Open Art Space: Flower Power

This summer, Open Art Space moves to the purpose-built Artists’ Hub, offering a vibrant programme of free, drop-in creative workshops for families and visitors of all ages. Led by resident artists, this hands-on session is inspired by the Bloom exhibition and invites participants to explore themes of nature, colour and creativity. Using mixed media and recycled materials, visitors can design and make their own unique flower to take home, developing new skills while expressing their imagination. Suitable for all ages and abilities, the workshop provides a welcoming space to create, experiment and connect with others. Whether you’re visiting Bishop Auckland for the day or are a local resident, drop in, get creative and contribute to a summer celebration of art, sustainability and community.

Fri 31 Jul12:00Mining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeArts & Culture

Spin-Bike Art with Daisy Arts

Discover our unique Spin Art Bicycle Experience, bringing together art, movement and sustainability. A reclaimed bicycle is transformed into an interactive art machine, inviting people of all ages to create vibrant, one-of-a-kind artworks simply by pedalling. Add paint, spin the paper and watch colourful patterns appear before your eyes. This hands-on activity combines physical movement, artistic expression and environmental awareness in a fun, accessible and memorable way. Whether you’re discovering spin art for the first time, exploring your creativity or enjoying a shared community activity, every spin creates a unique piece of art to take home.

Fri 31 Jul12:00Mining Art Gallery(4.7mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Community

Church gathering

2nd August 2026

Sun 2 AugDurham Community Church(3.5mi)

via Durham Community ChurchCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Communion Service for All Ages

Join us for a Communion Service for All Ages.

Sun 2 Aug09:00Whitworth Parish Church(2.2mi)

via Whitworth Parish ChurchCurated

Community

Sunday@10am

Christchurch Durham is being delightfully mysterious about Sunday@10am. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Sun 2 Aug10:00Christchurch Durham(4.8mi)

via Christchurch Durham

Likely freeCommunity

Redhills Sundays

Launching Sunday 26th July. Join us every Sunday from 11am–2pm for a warm welcome at Redhills. Explore Durham’s historic Miners’ Hall, discover our latest exhibitions, enjoy family-friendly creative activities, and […]

Sun 2 Aug11:00Redhills: Durham Miners' Hall(4.9mi)

via Redhills: Durham Miners' Hall

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Venues with events near Butcher Race

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

Spennymoor Town Hall Art Gallery1.1 miles away Whitworth Parish Church2.2 miles away

More about Butcher Race

Durham, England

Butcher Race 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 Butcher Race 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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