Events in Haverton Hill, Durham

Northern School of Art student exhibition

A-level students from The Northern School of Art’s Middlesbrough campus have created a dynamic display of artwork inspired by the history of Ormesby Hall and stories of Ruth and Jim Pennyman. The hall will become a temporary mini gallery, and visitors can expect to see a showcase featuring photography, ceramics, textiles and painting. The library hosts some of the students' photography. The students have overlaid images that are reminiscent of the Hall - from close-ups of textile designs that feature in the rooms at Ormesby Hall, to excerpts from diaries from the collection - culminating in diverse and striking imagery. Future Creatives, an exhibition showcasing the work of seven emerging artists from the Northern School of Art college and university can be discovered in the dining room. We have brought these artists together, at the very beginning of their creative journeys, to form a collective display of ambition, resilience, and creative growth. The laundry will showcase three original panels. Each piece has been created collaboratively using a number of mediums and skills resulting in a diverse range of unique expressions of history in a contemporary form. Ormesby Hall is open Thursdays – Mondays, 10.30am – 4, last entry into the house at 2.45pm to close at 3.30pm. Normal admission applies to visit Ormesby Hall and there is no need to book to visit.

Thu 23 Jul11:30Ormesby Hall(4.4mi)

via Ormesby Hall

Community

Secrets of the Collection: Art

The Secrets of the Collection exhibition showcases the Pennyman family’s connection to the arts and their links to prominent artists. The exhibition will display some of the art highlights from the Pennyman collection and the stories behind them. This exhibition is on the first floor of the house, which is only accessible via the main staircase (no lift). Ormesby Hall is open Thursdays – Mondays, 10.30am – 4, last entry into the house at 2.45pm to close at 3.30pm. Normal admission applies to visit Ormesby Hall and there is no need to book to visit.

Thu 23 Jul11:30Ormesby Hall(4.4mi)

via Ormesby Hall

Religion & Spirituality

Hope @ St Chad's

We meet to sing together and then hear a message from God's word. Afterwards there is a time to receive prayer

Thu 23 Jul18:30St Chad's Parish Church(3.3mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Pause to Pray

Each Thursday evening a group of us gather to pray for personal, parish and global concerns. We sometimes focus our prayers by studying God's word, or share bread and wine together using a simple communion service drawn from Iona material. Do join us - some come every week, but really it's a case of come as you feel led. Please note that we will be moving the location for Pause to Pray to St Aidan's starting from the first week of September 2025.

Thu 23 Jul19:00St Peter's Church(3.1mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Let's Love

‘I remember my brother’s wedding, the whole family dancing in joy, singing our hearts out and sobbing at the happy couple. After all the hardships, that beautiful memory still shines and makes my heart warm!’ We see three love stories weaving in between songs and movement, before we invite you to our collective wedding and … Continued

Thu 23 Jul20:00Cultural Shift(4mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Decades Friday

Visit Flares & Popworld Middlesbrough for our event Decades Friday in Middlesbrough on Friday 24 July 2026.

Fri 24 JulFlares Reflex(1.5mi)

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Community

BUY

24/07/2026

Fri 24 JulBillingham Forum Theatre(2.2mi)

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Theatre

Play and Praise

Play and Praise is a simple service for pre schoolers (0-3) to nurture their innate spirituality! During term-time there is a service every Friday at St Peter's from 9.30am to 11.00 am. Action songs, story, followed by tea, coffee and play. Play and Praise also meets at St Aidan's on Mondays at the same time.

Fri 24 Jul09:30St Peter's Church(3.1mi)

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Likely freeChildren & Family

Baby Bank and Clothing Exchange & Busy Bees

Our Baby Bank is on Thursdays 10am - 12noon. Lots of clothes and baby items available for those who need them. Donations also gratefully received. Contact for more information. Busy Bees is on Fridays 9.30am - 12noon, with lots of toys, story books, activities and fun available. Come along for a chat and play. Refreshments are also available. All welcome, no charge.

Fri 24 Jul09:30St Hilda Of Whitby Church of England(4.3mi)

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Community

Around £8.50

Hardwick Park events

Hardwick Park is a country park with a difference, a Visit England accredited attraction, and a great place to visit at any time of the year. Find the latest park news and details of our current events and activities.

Fri 24 Jul11:00Hardwick Coutry Park(3.4mi)

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Arts & Culture

Northern School of Art student exhibition

A-level students from The Northern School of Art’s Middlesbrough campus have created a dynamic display of artwork inspired by the history of Ormesby Hall and stories of Ruth and Jim Pennyman. The hall will become a temporary mini gallery, and visitors can expect to see a showcase featuring photography, ceramics, textiles and painting. The library hosts some of the students' photography. The students have overlaid images that are reminiscent of the Hall - from close-ups of textile designs that feature in the rooms at Ormesby Hall, to excerpts from diaries from the collection - culminating in diverse and striking imagery. Future Creatives, an exhibition showcasing the work of seven emerging artists from the Northern School of Art college and university can be discovered in the dining room. We have brought these artists together, at the very beginning of their creative journeys, to form a collective display of ambition, resilience, and creative growth. The laundry will showcase three original panels. Each piece has been created collaboratively using a number of mediums and skills resulting in a diverse range of unique expressions of history in a contemporary form. Ormesby Hall is open Thursdays – Mondays, 10.30am – 4, last entry into the house at 2.45pm to close at 3.30pm. Normal admission applies to visit Ormesby Hall and there is no need to book to visit.

Fri 24 Jul11:30Ormesby Hall(4.4mi)

via Ormesby Hall

Community