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Religion & Spirituality

Wednesday: Eucharist

Act of Worship

Wed 22 Jul09:45Family History Specialist(4.2mi)

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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!

Wed 22 Jul11:00Gibside(3.9mi)

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Community

2026-07-22 10:00 - With Wednesdays: With Refresh

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Get together around a brew and biscuits. / / Everyone welcome!Location: SRMC ChopwellPostcode: NE17 7DG

Wed 22 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Community

With Wednesdays: With Refresh

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Get together around a brew and biscuits. / / Everyone welcome!Location: SRMC ChopwellPostcode: NE17 7DG

Wed 22 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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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 22 Jul12:00Gibside(3.9mi)

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Community

2026-07-22 12:00 - With Wednesdays: With Bairns

Time: Wednesday, 22 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 22 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Children & Family

With Wednesdays: With Bairns

Wed 22 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Children & FamilySports & FitnessTheatre

Soft archery: Summer of Play

Learn arrow skills with Gibside’s Active Outdoors Assistant, Amy. Join soft archery, the child-friendly bow and arrow game, perfect for little archers ready for adventure!

Wed 22 Jul14:00Gibside(3.9mi)

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Community

2026-07-22 19:00 - Spread

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 19:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Wed 22 Jul20:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Community

Spread

Time: Wednesday, 22 July 2026 at 19:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Wed 22 Jul20:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

Summer of Play 2026: free family activities

Thu 23 Jul11:00Gibside(3.9mi)

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Community

2026-07-23 10:45 - MHA Love2Move

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 10:45Details: This is a dementia friendly seated exercise that happens in the small hall before lunch, organised by MHA.Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Thu 23 Jul11:45Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Community

MHA Love2Move

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 10:45Details: This is a dementia friendly seated exercise that happens in the small hall before lunch, organised by MHA.Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Thu 23 Jul11:45Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Children & FamilyTheatre

Parachute play: Summer of Play

Drop by to try out classic parachute games at Gibside's Play Paradise. Expect primary school classics: create a giant, colourful mushroom, experience a heart-pounding game of cat and mouse, or surprise your friends and family with a round of shark attack. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Gibside(3.9mi)

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Community

2026-07-23 12:00 - MHA Lunch Club

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 12:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Thu 23 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Community

MHA Lunch Club

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 12:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Thu 23 Jul13:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(4.1mi)

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Children & FamilyTheatre

Family games: Summer of Play

Drop by and join the family challenge. Take part in classic games like the egg-and-spoon race, parachute challenge, foam javelin throws, space hopper races, and blindfold games. Who in your family will take home the bragging rights?

Thu 23 Jul14:30Gibside(3.9mi)

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Durham, England

Stanley has nearby local names including Tanfield Railway, Quaking Houses Village Hall and the Outdoor Performance Area. We gather the dates around them together, because local plans can be theatrical, historical or a good reason to get out locally. Near Here keeps event details around Stanley in one handy view so you can browse what's on without searching every website. Check the organiser's latest information before you set off.

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