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2026-07-28 09:00 - Summer Bible Club

Time: Tuesday, 28 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Tue 28 Jul10:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

Summer Bible Club

Time: Tuesday, 28 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Tue 28 Jul10:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

Summer of Play 2026: free family activities

This year is even bigger than last. It’s a play paradise with fun-packed play zones. There’ll be Georgian games, racket sports, music making and space hopper racing. Discover wildlife and nature, compete in penalty shootout, try your luck at a bean bag toss and play a game of volleyball. Tiny explorers will love the sensory play scattered across the Walled Garden where every step brings something new to see, touch, and experience. Bigger kids can step into the puppet theatre and put on a show, and adults? Put your family to the test in lawn games. Not to mention, there’ll be plenty of guided sessions returning, including: • Family fun yoga – join Kalma Life Yoga for bubble-filled animal poses • SEND friendly sports lessons – facilitated by Smile Through Sport • Axe throwing – try your aim with safe, instructor led throws from B Outdoors • Nature crafts – make simple creations inspired by the wild world • Parachute play – big, bright, energetic fun for all ages • Soft archery – test your focus with foam tipped arrows • Storytelling – settle in for lively tales that spark imaginations Whether your child dreams of becoming a sports champion or an artist, they’ll head home happy-tired, full of excitement and fresh air. From Saturday 4 July, every day until September, all summer long. Let the festival begin!

Tue 28 Jul11:00Gibside(4.6mi)

via Gibside

Likely freeCommunity

Tuesday health walk

Join walk leaders for an amble along Gibside Avenue at a very relaxed pace. This walk is approximately 1 mile long. If you feel a longer walk would suit you better, check out our Wednesday health walks. This event is free. Donations are very welcome and will go directly towards caring for heritage and wildlife at Gibside. Every Tuesday, 11am-12pm. No need to book.

Tue 28 Jul12:00Gibside(4.6mi)

via Gibside

Children & FamilyTheatre

Storytime: Summer of Play

Each week hear adventures of wonderful wildlife. Fly away on a daydream and journey through your imagination as you listen to an exciting story.

Tue 28 Jul12:30Gibside(4.6mi)

via Gibside

Community

2026-07-28 14:00 - Play and Praise

Time: Tuesday, 28 July 2026 at 14:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Tue 28 Jul15:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Children & FamilyReligion & Spirituality

Play and Praise

Time: Tuesday, 28 July 2026 at 14:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Tue 28 Jul15:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

2026-07-29 09:00 - Summer Bible Club

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Wed 29 Jul10:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

Summer Bible Club

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 09:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Wed 29 Jul10:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

2026-07-29 10:00 - With Wednesdays: With Refresh

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Get together around a brew and biscuits. / / Everyone welcome!Location: SRMC ChopwellPostcode: NE17 7DG

Wed 29 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

With Wednesdays: With Refresh

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Get together around a brew and biscuits. / / Everyone welcome!Location: SRMC ChopwellPostcode: NE17 7DG

Wed 29 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

Summer of Play 2026: free family activities

Wed 29 Jul11:00Gibside(4.6mi)

via Gibside

Likely freeNature & Outdoors

Wednesday health walk

Join walk leaders for a sociable saunter to get outdoors, enjoy the views and spot wildlife along the way. Head back to the café at the end for a well-earned hot drink (optional). This walk is adapted to group ability and could be up to 5 miles. If you feel a shorter, gentler walk would suit you better, check out our Tuesday health walks. This event is free. Donations are very welcome and will go directly towards caring for heritage and wildlife at Gibside. Every Wednesday, 11am-12.30pm. No need to book.

Wed 29 Jul12:00Gibside(4.6mi)

via Gibside

Community

2026-07-29 12:00 - With Wednesdays: With Bairns

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 12:00Details: A stay and play session for all aged 0 - 5. / / No booking required and free to come along. / / On every week. / / Location: SRMC ChopwellPostcode: NE17 7DG

Wed 29 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Children & Family

With Wednesdays: With Bairns

Wed 29 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.3mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

2026-07-29 14:00 - Wives & Friends Group

Time: Wednesday, 29 July 2026 at 14:00Details: Burnopfield hosts a Wives and Friends group once a fortnight on a Wednesday afternoon, 2-3:30. The group hosts a range of speakers, discussion and socialising.Location: Burnopfield MC

Wed 29 Jul15:00Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church(4.5mi)

via Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church

Community

Wives & Friends Group

Wed 29 Jul15:00Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church(4.5mi)

via Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church

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Durham, England

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