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CommunityReligion & Spirituality

Rooted

Time: Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 19:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Thu 23 Jul20:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(3.1mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

Safeguarding Information

If you still have questions check out our contact details or visit us at the St Mary's Centre, Church Chare, Whickham, NE16 4SH Mon - Fri 9am - 12noon. There are good car parks situated behind the Front Street shops with several paths connecting to both Front Street and Church Chare. The distance should be no more than a 5 minute walk. Please note the car parks operate on a Pay & Display basis and depending on the time of day a small charge may be required.

Fri 24 Jul10:00St Mary's Centre(4.7mi)

via St Mary's CentreLocal gem

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!

Fri 24 Jul11:00Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

Sports & Fitness

Football Friday's coached sessions with Newcastle United Foundation

Get ready for Football Fridays, high‑energy skills sessions led by the brilliant coaches from Newcastle United Foundation, the charity arm of NUFC dedicated to inspiring young people through sport. Learn to dribble like Messi, score like Bellingham and volley like Shearer with some top‑quality coaching. Sessions run 10:30–11:30am for ages 6–8 and 11:30am–12:30pm for ages 9–14.

Fri 24 Jul11:30Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

Sports & Fitness

Football Friday's coached sessions with Newcastle United Foundation

Fri 24 Jul12:30Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

CommunitySports & Fitness

Football Friday's drop-in sessions with Newcastle United Foundation

Get ready for Football Fridays led by Newcastle United Foundation coaches, the charity arm of NUFC dedicated to inspiring young people through sport. Kids can dip in and out of activities, practise new skills and join friendly challenges throughout the day. There's plenty of multi‑sport equipment to try out and don’t miss the Keepy‑Up Challenge. How many keepy‑ups can you do, and will you make it onto the leaderboard? Come back each week to beat your score or defend your title.

Fri 24 Jul14:30Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

CommunityFestivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Around £6-£16.30

Heritage Steam Train Ride (Timetable A)

Enjoy a scenic 6-mile round-trip through the Causey Valley aboard a lovingly restored steam locomotive and Victorian-era carriages. Day Rover tickets allow unlimited travel all day, and you can join or break your journey at any station.

Sat 25 JulTanfield Railway(2.3mi)

via Tanfield RailwayLocal gem

Food & DrinkHistory & Heritage

Around £40.28

Afternoon Tea Train Experience

Indulge in a quintessentially British afternoon tea aboard a beautifully restored Directors’ Class carriage while enjoying scenic views along the world’s oldest railway.

Sat 25 JulTanfield Railway(2.3mi)

via Tanfield RailwayLocal gem

Arts & CultureFood & Drink

Around £40.28

Afternoon Tea Train

Enjoy a delightful afternoon tea aboard a historic Directors’ Class carriage while taking in scenic views of the North East countryside.

Sat 25 JulTanfield Railway(2.3mi)

via Tanfield RailwayLocal gem

Children & FamilyNature & OutdoorsTheatre

Summer of Play 2026: free family activities

Sat 25 Jul11:00Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

Community

2026-07-25 10:00 - Wedding 11 am

Time: Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Sat 25 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(3.1mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

Wedding 11 am

Time: Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 10:00Details: Location: SRMC Rowlands GillPostcode: NE39 1HX

Sat 25 Jul11:00Strathmore Road Methodist Church(3.1mi)

via Strathmore Road Methodist Church

Community

Get Growing - Plant & Seed Swap

Land of Oak & Iron are excited to host this year's Plant & Seed Swap day - a great little event for those who like to 'Get Growing'.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Land of Oak and Iron(4.3mi)

via Land of Oak and Iron

Community

2026-07-25 10:00 - SHARE charity coffee morning

Time: Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 10:00Details: raising money for different charities each monthLocation: Fellside Methodist ChurchPostcode: NE16 5BJ

Sat 25 Jul11:00Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church(4.9mi)

via Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church

CommunityFood & Drink

SHARE charity coffee morning

Time: Saturday, 25 July 2026 at 10:00Details: raising money for different charities each monthLocation: Fellside Methodist ChurchPostcode: NE16 5BJ

Sat 25 Jul11:00Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church(4.9mi)

via Chopwell Trinity Methodist Church

Community

Vegetable Creature Competition

Do you have what it takes to turn ordinary vegetables into extraordinary creatures? It’s time to unleash your imagination and bring your very own Veggie Monster to life and enter our competition!

Sat 25 Jul11:30Land of Oak and Iron(4.3mi)

via Land of Oak and Iron

Children & FamilySports & FitnessTheatre

Playful yoga with Kalma Life: Summer of Play

Breathe in. Breathe out. Shake it all about. Make animal poses and roar! And pop bubbles on the floor. Workout together with gentle stretches and mindful movement in this fun family-friendly yoga session, perfect for all ages, from toddlers to teens, parents and grandparents.

Sat 25 Jul12:00Gibside(2.9mi)

via Gibside

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Venues with events near Tanfield Lea

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

Gibside2.9 miles away Tanfield Railway2.3 miles away

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Durham, England

Tanfield Lea is in Durham, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Tanfield Lea events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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