1Christmas in July
The Green Howards Museum is alive with summertime festive fun once again for our annual Christmas in July celebrations.
9.7 milesSat 11 Jul
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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Merrybent
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Merrybent, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Merrybent
12Christmas in July
The Green Howards Museum is alive with summertime festive fun once again for our annual Christmas in July celebrations.
9.7 milesSat 11 Jul
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4Bowes Book Club
at Bowes Museum
Embrace curiosity and join the conversation as we explore stories that celebrate the arts, culture and creativity. Each session will showcase a hand-picked selection of objects from the collection and encourage lively discussion. Whether you’re a seasoned reader, a museum enthusiast, or looking for a new experience in an inspiring space, dive into a range of fiction, non-fiction, historical and modern explorations of change, style and empowerment through a range of perspectives. Please note: books will not be provided, so please ensure you can get one before the session. Suitable for ages 18+. £10. Booking recommended. Ticket price includes free tea or coffee. Sunday 12 July: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Please contact the learning team at if you have access requirements, so the session can be adapted to suit your needs. To reserve your place click ‘book tickets’ and select the ticket that suits you. We’ll confirm your membership when you arrive, or you can pay for a day ticket/ join as a member on the day. BOOK TICKETS
12.1 milesSun 12 Jul£10.
5Worship@10 Tunstall
at St Anne's, Catterick Village
Worship@10 takes place on the second Sunday of each month at Holy Trinity Church, Tunstall. The service includes singing, prayer, scripture, reflection and Holy Communion. It uses Church of England liturgy. Children and young people are very welcome. Sometimes there may be refreshments after the service - depending of availablity of volunteers.
10.4 milesSun 12 Jul11:00
6Families @ St Chad's
A service for families with school aged children. We all hear stories from the bible, sing songs, pray together, do crafts and other activities, before finishing with tea and toast. This service is only for those who come with school aged children. Parents, grandparents, & carers all stay and join in with the worship.
15.8 milesSun 12 Jul16:00
7Free! (worth double-checking)Pop-aoke
Get ready to sing your heart out at POP-AOKE – our all-new karaoke night at Flares Popworld Middlesbrough! 8PM – 2AM FREE ENTRY all night FREE SHOT for every singer £2.50 DRINKS ALL NIGHT! From pop classics to party anthems – this is your time to shine! Grab the mic, grab your mates, and let’s make Sunday nights UNMISSABLE!
16.1 milesSun 12 Jul
8Learn to Knit in 50 Squares: 11. The convergent one
Join Jennifer for part one of a long-term series of short knitalongs based on the book Learn to Knit in 50 Squares by Anna Pantelous. For this series we require that you have a copy of the book, whether purchased from us (we will offer a 10% discount on the book to those registered for the class) or elsewhere. If you
17.4 milesSat 11 Jul15:00
9Summer Sizzler concert part 2
St Mary’s Community orchestra present Magical melodies, movies and showtunes plus classical, jazz and pop – something for everyone to enjoy from your local community orchestra. With our guest singers... Learn more ›
12.1 milesSat 11 Jul20:00
10Wearing Westwood and Sharing Stories
at Bowes Museum
Join Fashion Professors Dr Suzanne Rowland and Emma Jane Goldsmith for fun, lively narrative session s celebrating the joy of wearing Westwood. Bring your favourite pieces and photographs and share your memories of one of fashion’s most radical icons.
12.1 milesSun 12 Jul
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