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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(5mi)

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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(4.8mi)

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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(4.8mi)

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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(5mi)

via Tracy A FranklinLocal gem

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Thu 23 Jul11:00Crook Hall Gardens(4.8mi)

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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(1.6mi)

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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(4.8mi)

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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(4.9mi)

via BookWyrmLocal 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(5mi)

via Tracy A FranklinLocal gem

Community

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Sherburn Hill Community Hub & Café

Fri 24 Jul09:30Sherburn Hill Community Hub(1.6mi)

via Sherburn Hill Community HubLocal gem

Community

Cafe Open

Close 9:00 am: Cafe Open 9:00 am – 1:30 pm 24 July 2026

Fri 24 Jul10:00Sherburn Hill Community Hub(1.6mi)

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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(4.3mi)

via St Mary the Virgin, ShincliffeLocal gem

Community

Dementia Group

Sherburn Hill Community Hub & Café

Fri 24 Jul10:30Sherburn Hill Community Hub(1.6mi)

via Sherburn Hill Community HubLocal gem

Children & FamilyTheatre

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Fri 24 Jul11:00Crook Hall Gardens(4.8mi)

via Crook Hall Gardens

Community

Nature Nook

Durham Market Place

Fri 24 Jul11:00BookWyrm(4.9mi)

via BookWyrmLocal gem

History & Heritage

Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture

Expert garden volunteers share their knowledge about the seasonal flowers, plants and shrubs which give each garden its unique character. With insights into a nature-friendly, sustainable approach to gardening. Please note: Garden 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 . Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome.

Fri 24 Jul12:00Crook Hall Gardens(4.8mi)

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Community

6:30 pm: Bingo

Get ready for an evening of fun and excitement at our weekly Bingo event every Friday! Doors open at 6:30pm, with Eyes Down from 7pm to 8:30pm, offering you six thrilling games, a fantastic jackpot round, and the chance to win cash prizes. Come along and enjoy a lively atmosphere as you test your luck, meet new friends, and immerse yourself in the anticipation of each number called. Whether you're a seasoned Bingo enthusiast or a first-time player, our friendly event is the perfect place to unwind and maybe even walk away with a prize! So, grab your dabbers and join us for an unforgettable Friday night at our Bingo event – we can't wait to see you there!

Fri 24 Jul18:30Sherburn Hill Community Hub(1.6mi)

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Venues with events near Hetton le Hill

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

Sherburn Hill Community Hub1.6 miles away

More about Hetton le Hill

Durham, England

Hetton-le-Hill has nearby local names including Sherburn Hill Community Hub, Moor House Adventure Centre and St Mary's Church West Rainton. We keep an eye on the dates around them, because local plans can be active, practical or simply a good reason to get out. Near Here brings event details around Hetton-le-Hill together so you can see what's happening without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you head out.

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Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Legs Bums & Tums Class

Outdoor theatre with Illyria: Pinocchio

Nature Nook

Embroidery General Day Class

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Cafe Open

Friday Friends at 10 FF@10

Dementia Group

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Nature Nook

Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture

6:30 pm: Bingo

Venues with events near Hetton le Hill

More about Hetton le Hill

Enjoyed the look of Hetton le Hill?

What's on near Hetton le Hill, in your inbox

Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links

Embroidery General Day Class

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Legs Bums & Tums Class

Outdoor theatre with Illyria: Pinocchio

Nature Nook

Embroidery General Day Class

9:30 am: Dementia Group

Cafe Open

Friday Friends at 10 FF@10

Dementia Group

Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 2026

Nature Nook

Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture

6:30 pm: Bingo