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North East Combined Authority sets growth plans for the North East visitor economy
3 Mar 2026
The North East Combined Authority (NECA) has published Cabinet papers ahead of its meeting on 9 December, outlining proposals regarding growth plans for the North East visitor economy including organisational […]
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Government Consultation on a Potential Tourism Levy – Have Your Say
3 Mar 2026
The UK Government has launched a consultation on proposals that would enable Mayoral Combined Authorities to introduce a tourism levy. If implemented, the levy could be applied to visitor accommodation […]
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S&DR200 Festival announces opening of Trail of Discovery and launch of interactive game
2 Mar 2026
S&DR200 festival has announced the official opening of the Trail of Discovery, a new public walking and cycling route that follows sections of the original 26-mile journey of the world’s […]
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International cricket in Durham set to bowl visitors over
2 Mar 2026
High-profile international matches will bring world-class cricket, and visitors, to Durham during 2026, showcasing elite talent and offering local fans a chance to watch England play close to home. Banks […]
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More great names join the line-up for Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2026
2 Mar 2026
Brothers who convinced a Dragons’ Den judge to invest in them, the latest winner of The Great British Bake Off, a presenter of the popular BBC daytime series Escape To […]
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Lost Feather Takes Flight as Landmark Arena Rises at Kynren - The Storied Lands
24 Feb 2026
Construction is gathering pace on one of the most ambitious and distinctive attractions ever created for a UK visitor destination, as the vast Lost Feather arena continues to take shape […]
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The Auckland Project strikes gold with VisitEngland
24 Feb 2026
The Auckland Project’s heritage holiday accommodation has been recognised at the highest level after achieving outstanding results in its latest VisitEngland quality assessment. A selection of properties within Auckland Palace […]
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Free Entry to Family Open Day at The Bowes Museum
17 Feb 2026
Saturday 21 February 2026 from 10:30am to 4pm, The Bowes Museum invites visitors to enjoy a variety of activities on its Family Open Day with free entry for everyone. Recommended […]
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Mining Art Gallery marks Tom McGuinness’s centenary with Out of the Darkness exhibition
16 Feb 2026
Bishop Auckland’s Mining Art Gallery will honour one of County Durham’s most compelling artists with Tom McGuinness: Out of the Darkness – opening on 18 February - a major retrospective marking the […]
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New winter arts festival ‘IGNITE’ to light up Bishop Auckland this February
16 Feb 2026
This free celebration of light, storytelling and shared creativity is brought by Daisy Arts, in partnership with Hearth, The Auckland Project and Artistic Solutions. With the rallying cry “When the […]
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Discover Canny Creations at Beamish Museum this Half Term
13 Feb 2026
Beamish, The Living Museum of the North will some of the greatest inventions to come from the North East, from Saturday, 14th February until Sunday, 1st March. Enjoy Canny Creations: […]
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Binchester Roman Fort gets new custodians
13 Feb 2026
An attraction which shows what life was like at one of the largest Roman military sites in Northern Britain is to come under new management. Durham County Council will be […]
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Durham City welcomes the Year of the Horse
13 Feb 2026
Durham City will come alive with colour, dancing and music next week to celebrate the Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year and Spring Festival. The city […]
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North East landmark to host its first major two day music event
12 Feb 2026
One of the North East’s most iconic landmarks is opening a new chapter in its 600 year history, by staging the first two-day music event with ATA Events. Lumley Castle […]
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Locomotion needs your help to break GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title this February half term
11 Feb 2026
Locomotion and S&DR200 are inviting you to join an official attempt at their first ever GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title on Thursday 26 February at Locomotion for the greatest number of people simultaneously...
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