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What's on in Toft Hill and High Etherley

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Toft Hill and High Etherley.

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North Shields vs Shildon

North Shields vs Shildon vs Details Date Time League Season August 5, 2026 7:30 pm ENL1 2026-27 Ground Daren Persson Stadium, West Percy Street, North Shields, NE29 0LH Chirton, North Shields, North Tyneside, North of Tyne, England, NE29 7QU, United Kingdom Share this: Share on X (Opens in new window) X Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on Bluesky (Opens in new window) Bluesky Share on LinkedIn (Opens in new window) LinkedIn

Wed 5 Aug19:30Shildon Association Football Club(4.1mi)

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Likely freeLive Music

Folk at the Hearth

Join us for a monthly evening of traditional tunes, songs, and easy-going community spirit. Hosted by renowned local musician Paul Martin (aka ‘The Dunholm Piper’) with special guest players, these sessions bring people together through high-quality, welcoming music-making.

Fri 7 Aug20:00Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Religion & Spirituality

Cafe Church

Informal gathering over tea/coffee and biscuits with a religious theme.

Sun 9 Aug10:30St Philip & St James(2.1mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Hearth Outdoors

From nature trails and family-friendly wildlife sessions to sensory exploration, games, simple bush craft, and hands-on conservation, each session responds to the time of year and encourages curiosity, reflection, and a deeper connection to place. Perfect for families and individuals who want to connect with nature and each other.

Sun 9 Aug11:30Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Requalification First Aid at Work | Help First Aid Training

Community

Around £160.00

Requalification First Aid at Work | Help First Aid Training

Refresh your skills with our 2-day Requalification First Aid at Work course. Courses available at our County Durham facility or your premises. Call us to book.

Mon 10 Aug10:00Help First Aid Training Ltd(4.6mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Archaeology ‘Open Lab’

After the trowels are put down, the archaeological work continues in the post-excavation’ phase. This work involves looking in detail at all the objects we dug up. We weight, count, catalogue and describe everything that we found so that we can understand even more about how the Bishops’ Palace was used. Normally this work happens in laboratories behind closed doors, but we’ve decided to bring these objects back to Bishop Auckland and work public view here in our ‘open lab’.

Fri 21 AugMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Community

Auckland Palace & Auckland Gardens

Found this on Mining Art Gallery's radar. Auckland Palace & Auckland Gardens — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sat 22 AugMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Community

Around £8.50

Medieval Mayhem

Back by popular demand, Medieval Mayhem returns for a second year with a full day of free, family-friendly activity.

Sat 22 AugMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Medieval Mayhem

Back by popular demand, Medieval Mayhem returns for a second year with a full day of free, family-friendly activity.

Sat 22 Aug11:30Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Roman Commotion at Binchester Roman Fort

Experience Roman re-enactment and archaeology at Binchester Roman Fort. Meet soldiers, explore crafts and uncover ancient history.

Mon 31 AugMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Roman Commotion at Binchester Roman Fort

Experience Roman re-enactment and archaeology at Binchester Roman Fort. Meet soldiers, explore crafts and uncover ancient history.

Mon 31 Aug11:00Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

via Mining Art GalleryLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Roman Commotion at Binchester Roman Fort

Experience Roman re-enactment and archaeology at Binchester Roman Fort. Meet soldiers, explore crafts and uncover ancient history.

Mon 31 Aug17:30Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Community

Auckland Palace & Auckland Gardens

No entry fees – all classes welcome!

Fri 25 SeptMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Likely freeCommunity

Harvest Bishop Auckland Horticultural and Produce Show Entries

No entry fees – all classes welcome! Have a go at entering the Bishop Auckland Horticultural and Produce Show and be part of a long-standing local tradition celebrating the skill, pride and friendly rivalry of growing, making and baking.

Fri 25 SeptMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Community

Auckland Palace & Auckland Gardens

We found this gem on Mining Art Gallery's website. Auckland Palace & Auckland Gardens — sounds like it could be a cracker, doesn't it?

Sun 27 SeptMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Festivals & Events

Around £8.50

Harvest Festival

Soak up the atmosphere of a traditional harvest gathering, with plenty to see and do across the site. From playful, hands-on activities and family-friendly challenges to moments of making, sharing and seasonal celebration, expect a welcoming mix of activity, colour and community spirit, with food and drink available throughout.

Sun 27 SeptMining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Likely freeFestivals & Events

Harvest Festival

Sun 27 Sept12:00Mining Art Gallery(3.2mi)

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Venues with events near Toft Hill and High Etherley

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

St Philip & St James2.1 miles away

More about Toft Hill and High Etherley

Durham, England

Toft Hill and High Etherley have St Philip and St James among their nearby local names. We keep an eye on dates across the wider area too, because a smaller local calendar still deserves a clear place where people can find it. Near Here brings event information around Toft Hill and High Etherley together 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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