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News-Launch of the Durham Story
Published March 19, 2025 2.14pm

An exciting new approach to promoting the county was unveiled yesterday (18 March), with over 70 stakeholders attending the launch of the 'Durham story'.
News-Durham Brass Festival announces 2025 line-up
Published March 19, 2025 10.07am

One of the region's best-loved cultural events returns this year with a headline performance by Bill Ryder-Jones.
News-Family fun on offer at Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published March 06, 2025 10.08am

From melodic music, street bands, to grannies on wheels, the streets of Bishop Auckland are set to come alive with entertainment during one of the region's biggest food festivals.
News-BRILLIANT: turn your bright idea into light at Lumiere 2025
Published February 25, 2025 10.58am

BRILLIANT - the national commissioning scheme that invites people to create a new light work to form part of Lumiere Durham - is back.
News-More chefs announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published February 19, 2025 10.07am

The full line up of celebrity chefs for Bishop Auckland Food Festival has now been confirmed, as organisers announce who will be appearing on Sunday.
News-First chefs announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published February 07, 2025 10.02am

A Sunday Brunch host, social media baker, and a MasterChef champion are among the celebrity chefs who will appear at this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival.
News- Save the date! Lumiere Durham returns in 2025
Published January 28, 2025 9.59am

Dates have been announced for Lumiere Durham 2025, the UK's light art biennial.