Leisure and culture news

The official countdown to the 2025 Stockton & Darlington Railway (S&DR) bicentennial celebrations has today (27 September) begun, as the new brand was unveiled for the anniversary to mark three years to go.

Residents are being given the chance to help shape the future of the swimming pool programme at leisure centres across County Durham.

Members of the public are being encouraged to explore dozens of cultural attractions in County Durham free of charge this month.

The public has the opportunity to find out more about the history of a County Durham community as a heritage festival returns this autumn.

Did you know that there are a whole host of digital tools and facilities available for free as part of your thrive membership to enhance your exercise routine?

Talented young actors are set to take to the stage as a hit film is adapted for Gala Durham.

County Durham is set for a tourism boost as the internationally broadcast AJ Bell Tour of Britain cycle race comes to the region next month.

The annual literary festival returns this October with headline guests including LJ Ross, Jeremy Vine, Fiona Hill, Richard O'Neill and the announcement of the Gordon Burn Prize.

With just days left to go until Seaham Food Festival, organisers are reminding festival goers to plan their journey before they travel.

Members of the public are being asked to answer a call to appear in the upcoming stage production of Brassed Off at Gala Durham.

Two County Durham brass bands will play in a theatre production of a classic film which shares their deep mining history.

An award-winning chef at a County Durham spa and hotel will be showcasing the best of local produce at Seaham Food Festival.

In just five weeks' time, a County Durham seaside town will come to life with a scrumptious selection of food vendors and entertainment.

Rehearsals are now well underway for the return of Durham BRASS in just over two weeks.

The return of this year's BRASS festival will champion the talent of local artists alongside world-famous brass musicians.

Two celebrity chefs born and bred in the North East have been confirmed as the final additions to a star-studded line-up for Seaham Food Festival.

County Durham residents who took part in a photography project to show what life was like in lockdown will see the results of their work for the first time.

A new exhibition which shares personal views of strength and wellbeing is now on show at a historic County Durham venue.

Bishop Auckland Food Festival returned to its original spring date this year and was a roaring success, as people travelled from County Durham and beyond to celebrate all things food.

With just days to go until Bishop Auckland Food Festival, visitors are being encouraged to plan their journey ahead of the weekend.