CO DURHAM & DARLINGTON WHERE TO GO WHATS ON COMPETITIONS MAGAZINE & WEBSITE THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR YOU AND YOUR CHILD raring2go.co.uk SUMMER 2024 FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY AT DARLINGTON’S NEW RAILWAY-THEMED VISITOR ATTRACTION. FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY AT DARLINGTON’S NEW RAILWAY-THEMED VISITOR ATTRACTION @hopetowndarlington @HopetownDarlington Find out more at www.hopetowndarlington.co.uk
2 raring2go.co.uk 3 Raring2go! Raring2go! Hopetown Darlington is a 7.5 acre site encompassing North Road Station Museum, Wagon Woods railway-themed outdoor adventure play park, a cafe and shop and the time travel immersive experience ride, Experiment!. Join us for exhibitions, activities and events and the chance to view live engineering in action at Darlington Locomotive Works. Site admission is free of charge. Some events, exhibitions and activities carry a separate charge. Plan your visit at www.hopetowndarlington.co.uk Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10am - 5pm. Also open on Mondays during the school holidays. THE NORTH’S NEWEST VISITOR ATTRACTION CELEBRATING 200 YEARS OF RAILWAY HERITAGE Hopetown Darlington hopetowndarlington hopetowndarl Hello! We hope you are keeping well and enjoying the Summer season! We have a host of FREE family activities that you can attend & enjoy throughout Summer 2024 so keep Raring2go! Magazine by your side. To stay connected and be the first to know about exclusive updates, special offers, and exciting giveaways, we invite you to join us on Instagram. So, grab your phone, scan the QR code, and hit that follow button. Hello! We are thrilled to launch our second edition as the new editors and are excited to continue on this journey with you! Our mission is to bring you the latest news, updates, and insider tips on all the incredible family entertainment and excursions happening in our area. But we can't do this alone - we need your support! We believe in the power of community and collaboration, which is why we're reaching out to you. We are a dynamic platform where families can discover the best activities, events, and attractions our area has to offer. Whether it's a weekend adventure, a fun day out, or learning experiences, we are your go-to guide! Be the rst to know about exciting new excursions, exclusive discounts, special offers and win FREE family tickets to some of the most sought-after attractions in our area by subscribing to all our social channels and newsletter via www.raring2go.co.uk Become a part of the Raring2go! community. Share your experiences, recommendations, and photos with us by tagging us and getting featured on our social platforms. Let's create a space where we can connect, inspire, and support one another! Nadeem, Ayesha, Mikaail and Jibrael. teesdurham@raring2go.co.uk 07787 584878 /R2gTeesDurham 4 0333 344 2220
Family Activities at MIMA, Middlesbrough Family Art Trolley & Picnic Offer, Every Sat 11:00 – 15:00 Summer Break 11:00 – 13:00 23 Jul - 30 Aug (Closed on Sun - Mon) [FREE EVENT] The Family Art Trolley is a free hands-on maker space packed with lots of exciting things. Join us with family and friends to make your own masterpiece using a range of materials and making techniques. MIMA Making Pack [FREE EVENT] Pick up an inspiring bag of goodies for making and inventing. To take away or to enjoy in MIMA. Doodle Sheet [FREE EVENT] Pick up an artist-designed doodle sheet inspired by the exhibition for all your dots, lines and doodles. We Are Family [FREE EVENT] Explore children’s books and poetry that champion important conversations. Available to purchase from the MIMA Shop or loan from the We Are Family book box when attending the Art Trolley. mima.art ARC Stockton Arts Centre, Stockton ARC Film Club - Every Sat at 11am Make every Saturday a family Film Club Day. Come to ARC and take part in our exciting Film Club. With your family, you can enjoy a fabulous introduction to the wonderful world of cinema. Join us for our weekly screenings of films chosen for our family audiences. Then take part in craft-related play activities designed by the amazing Kitchen Zoo, Known for their joyful, energetic theatre for young audiences and families, and now for fun film-related activities for Film Club audiences at ARC. arconline.co.uk 4 raring2go.co.uk 5 Raring2go! LEARN Raring2go! LEARN What’s on this Summer Hullabaloo in the Park, South Park, Darlington - Jul 26 - 28 [FREE EVENT] A summer staple for families since 2021, this year’s event will transform South Park with even more fantastic things to see, make and do. Theatre Hullabaloo, the children’s theatre company behind Hullabaloo in the Park, is known for creating fun-filled experiences and is passionate about giving every child the chance to enjoy the magic of creativity. Families can look forward to enjoying performances from 41+ industry-leading artists and participating in 31+ brilliant events and activities, without paying a penny! From July 26th to 28th, come along to this fantastic family festival featuring performances, music, storytelling, play experiences, popup entertainment, workshops, messy play, activities, and delicious food in a magical land of creativity and fun. Hullabaloo in the Park is designed for children aged 0-10 and their grown-ups, and there is something for every family to love. Most of the festival activities will be drop-in, allowing families to choose their preferred activities from the ‘What’s On’ section and simply show up. Additionally, there are a few pre-bookable workshops available, also free of charge, and a variety of tasty treats from visiting food vendors at reasonable prices. Daily timetables will be released closer to the festival. Prepare to experience joy and wonder all over the festival with so many magical things to see, make and do for free! Theatre Hullabaloo looks forward to welcoming everyone to this enchanting event. theatrehullabaloo.org.uk FREE! Lots of fun! Fantastic activities & shows! July 26-28 2024 South Park, Darlington FAMILY FESTIVAL theatrehullabaloo.org.uk Discover more about the festival: Come along to our free family festival for 0-10s with so many magical things for you to see, make and do! We can’t wait to see you there!
Raring2go! WHATS ON 6 raring2go.co.uk 7 Raring2go! PLACES2GO What’s On this Summer - continued Wharton Park, Durham Party In The Park, Durham Brass Festival - Sat 6 Jul, 6pm [FREE EVENT] Grab your dancing shoes and come along to the Party in the Park and dance the night away with the Durham Brass Festival Street Bands. This is a free event suitable for the whole family to enjoy, performance take place in the park’s amphitheatre. Parking is limited at the park to Blue Badge holders only with additional free parking located at County Hall car park a short walk away. A drop off and pick up system will be in operation in the park during the event for those not able to walk into the park to access the event. Summer Brass Band Concerts, Every Sunday from 21 Jul - 25 Aug, 1-3pm [FREE EVENT] A selection of local brass bands will be heading to Wharton Park this Summer to treat our visitors to free Brass concerts in our park amphitheatre. Pack a picnic bring a blanket or a chair and sit back and enjoy the music: Don’t Step on a Bee Day: Wed 10 July Make bee boxes for the park or to take home, small charge applies, pre-booking required. durham.gov.uk/whartonpark Hardwick Park, Durham Hardwick Conservation Champions: 29 Jul - 2 Aug. Suitable for 11-16 years. pre-booking required. Engage in a range of activities exploring the park, discovering new friendships and interests and contribute to looking after the environment within our much-loved Hardwick Park. There will be interactive games, free time, creative activities, as well as conservation tasks to help nurture and develop a love and respect for green spaces. Hardwick Holiday Club: 5 – 9 August. Suitable for 5-11 years. pre-booking required. Children can attend all week or selected days to suit individuals. Each day of Holiday Club will offer opportunities to explore and discover a range of outdoor adventures while making new friends, playing games, and learning new skills. Each day of Holiday Club will involve a themed activity followed by free play in the afternoons. durham.gov.uk/hardwickpark Durham Brass Festival, Durham Streets of Brass, Durham City - Sat 6 Jul – Sun 7 Jul, 11am [FREE EVENT] The streets of Durham City come alive this July as eclectic and exciting street bands from the UK and beyond perform in Streets of Brass. Big Brass Bash, County Durham - Tue 9 - Fri 12 Jul, 6pm to 9pm [FREE EVENT] The festival’s Big Brass Bash returns as street bands perform a special free gig in local communities. Little Brass Bash, County Durham - Mon 8 - Fri 12 Jul [FREE EVENT] Street bands will tour across County Durham with free performances as part of the festival’s Little Brass Bash. Go to www.brassfestival.co.uk to find out more and follow #DurhamBrass for the latest updates. brassfestival.co.uk Beamish Museum, Durham There’s a whole host of events at Beamish Museum including, Fares Please! Public Transport Weekend (29th & 30th June), Quoits Weekend and Crank It Up! (6th & 7th July), Attelage Horse Weekend (20th & 21st July), Beamish Tractor Show (27th & 28th July) as well as fun family activities all summer. The museum is also opening new exhibits in its 1820s Landscape and 1950s Town! Daytime events are included in admission and are free for existing pass holders. beamish.org.uk Hartlepool Art Gallery, Hartlepool Hartlepool Art Gallery, Storytelling, Sat 6 july 10am – 3pm [FREE EVENT] Ignite your imagination with inclusive and joy filled storytimes with our Storytellers. Children aged 3-7 and their families. Hartlepool Art Gallery, Curious Takeover, 11am – 4pm [FREE EVENT] Fun-packed, free creative activities for the whole family including colourful arts and crafts, dressup station, art trails and more. culturehartlepool.com For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk Whitehouse Farm Whitehousefarm_ @whitehousefarmcentre Summer holidays at Whitehouse Farm Online Booking Recommended Monday’s & Friday’s Character Meet and Greets! Tuesday’s, Wednesday’s & Thursday’s Magic Shows Selected Dates Dinosaur and Dragon Meet and Greets Selected Dates Mascot days Check our website for all current details and availability www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk Ask us about Goat Yoga, Goat Walking, and Mini Keepers! Raring2Go Advert (Summer 2024).indd 1 03/06/2024 13:46
8 raring2go.co.uk 9 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON seahamfoodfest seahamfoodfestival.co.uk A Durham County Council Event Supported by JOIN US FOR A WEEKEND OF FANTASTIC FOOD AND FAMILY FUN Down by the sea... TASTY FOOD & DRINK TRADERS TV CHEFS COOKERY THEATRE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT LIVE MUSIC AND MORE Seaham Raring to Go Spring magazine 2024.indd 1 30/05/2024 10:30 What’s on at Raby Castle Find out more about our seasonal events and incredible new spaces, part of the dynamic ‘Rising’ scheme opening June 2024 www.raby.co.uk/raby-castle Wonderland Trail in The Plotters’ Forest 29th June – 1st September Up, Up & Away Trail in The Deer Park 29th June – 1st September Classic Car Show Sunday 30th June Adventure Cinema The Greatest Showman – 12th July Encanto – 13th July Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone – 14th July Auto Italia Car Day Sunday 21st July Childrens Interactive Theatre: Pirates! Saturday 3rd August Harvest Seasonal Market Saturday 24th – Monday 26th August
10 raring2go.co.uk 11 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON HORRIBLE HISTORIES® is a registered trade mark of Scholastic Inc and is used under authorisation. Written by Terry Deary and illustrations © Martin Brown Find out more at nmrn.org.uk/hartlepool NOW OPEN! Tickets provide entry for a whole year 1. Durham Cathedral 2. Picnic & pond dipping at Hardwick Park & Lake, Sedgefield 3. Summerhill Country Park, Hartlepool, cycle paths, BMX track, playgrounds & boulders to climb 4. Preston Park Museum (almost free !) & Preston Park near Stockton 5. Angel of the North 6. Climb Roseberry Topping near Guisborough & see the view 7. Walk along the pier at Saltburn, beach, cliff lifts & mini train to enjoy too 8. Explore some Newcastle Art Galleries – try The Laing Art Gallery, The Biscuit Factory or the Baltic Art Museum 9. Visit the Tees Barrage & watch the canoes 10. mima Middlesbrough & enjoy the fountains & giant screen in Centre Square 11. The Great North Museum, Newcastle 12. Climb Auckland Tower in Bishop Auckland and explore the deer park at Auckland Castle 13. Visit Palace Green Library, Durham and explore the Museum of Archaeology. 14. Trains, plane and boats - Take a metro journey round Newcastle - stop off at the Airport to see the planes, Central Station to see the big trains and take the ferry over the Tyne at South Shields (all for the price of a day ticket) 15. Walk along any of the beautiful rivers we have in this area (Durham & Richmond are favourites !) 16. Visit Bollyhope Common above Weardale (on a nice day !) 17. Penshaw Monument near Sunderland 18. Wynyard Woodland Park - adventure playground and walkway. Cycle or walk the Castle Eden Walkway from Thorpe Thewles. 19. Explore the North York Moors. Follow the Trails at Danby and Sutton Bank Visitor's Centres 20. Walk the Durham Coastal Path 21. RSPB Saltholme 22. Visit the Oriental Museum in Durham 23. Kirkleatham Museum & Grounds, Redcar 24. See the trains at Locomotion, Shildon 25. The Dorman Museum & Albert Park in Middlesbrough 26. The Capt Cook Birthplace Museum & meet the animals in the petting zoo at Stewart Park in Middlesbrough 27. South Park in Darlington 28. Visit Wharton Park in Durham City, enjoy the playground and gardens and watch the trains coming over the bridge into Durham Station 29. Walk the riverside & paths around Richmond & visit The Station for an ice cream 30. Riverside Park in Chester le Street. LOW COST CHILD FRIENDLY PLACES TO EXPLORE Preston Park Museum & Grounds Oriental Museum Please do email me your favourite days out ideas to Alison teesdurham@raring2go.co.uk so we can share them with other parents ! FREE (or almost free) in the North East Summer Staycation Inspiration
12 raring2go.co.uk 13 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON What’s on at the Theatre Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm Milkshake Live - On Holiday - Sun 21 Jul, 12pm and 3.30pm Milkshake! Live is back with a brand-new show! Join your favourite Milkshake! friends on Holiday with Dora, Pip and Posey, Blue from Blues Clues and You! Milo, Milkshake! Monkey plus two of your Milkshake! presenters for an all-new adventure! We are also delighted to announce that NICKELODEON is adding TWO PAW PATROL CHARACTERS MARSHALL and CHASE into the show just for this year. Science Museum Live On Tour - Sun 28th Jul, 12pm and 3.30pm Brand New for 2024. This year join London’s world-renowned Science Museum as they bring you this brand-new stage production aimed at igniting your curiosity, fuelling your imagination, and inspiring you in new and exciting ways. The Little Mermaid - Fri 2nd Aug, 1pm and 5pm Dive to the depths of the ocean with the Little Mermaid for a fin-tastic family adventure! In an underwater Kingdom like no other, King Triton’s daughter, the bravest little mermaid, yearns for an adventure way above the water. The Little Mermaid is a dazzling production full of colourful characters, glittering costumes and more silliness and fun than you can shake a flipper at. thepaaonline.org Stockton Globe, Stockton Venue Tours - Fri 28th June Come and join us at Stockton Globe for a unique insight into both front and back of house areas including the main auditorium, dressing rooms and even the opportunity to walk out onto the stage and soak up the view from the perspective of past performers such as The Beatles, The Rolling Stones and more! KAPOW - Sat 6 Jul [FREE EVENT] The annual family friendly sci-fi festival, KAPOW, is back for 2024. Sci-fi fans can expect an exciting variety of activities, workshops and of course character appearances when KAPOW arrives at its new home, Stockton Globe, on Saturday 6th July 2024. Bigger and better than ever, experience KAPOW like you never have before. stocktonglobe.co.uk Darlington Hippodrome, Darlington David Walliams’ Awful Auntie - Thur 11 to Sun 14 July When Stella sets off to visit London with her parents, she has no idea her life is in danger! When Stella wakes up three months later, only her Aunt Alberta can tell her what has happened. But not everything Alberta tells her turns out to be true and Stella quickly discovers she’s in for the fight of her life against her very own awful Auntie! Fireman Sam Live - Sund 21 July Norman wants to go on an adventure to impress his friends, so when two famous animal explorers arrive in Pontypandy, he decides to follow them into the mountains. But when Norman discovers a rare red squirrel, one of the explorers decides to take the glory for themselves, leaving Norman stranded in a cave. Now it’s up to FIREMAN SAM to save the day and ensure everyone is safe on their camping adventure! In The Night Garden – Wed 21 & Thur 22 Aug Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends are back in their fun-filled live show Igglepiggle’s Busy Day! Join Igglepiggle as he looks for his friends in the Night Garden by following their funny sounds until he finds them all! The Lion Inside - Fri 30 Aug to Sun 1 Sept A heart-warming tale about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar. darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk Gala Durham, Durham Peter Pan & Wendy - Tue 16 Jul to Sat 27 July Wendy is 13 and fed up of EVERYTHING. All she wants is an adventure, so when she finds herself lost in a magical enchanted forest, and meets a magical boy called Peter and a beautiful fairy called Tinker Bell, she is so excited. Together a real adventure begins, with pirates and the dastardly Captain Hook after them – but Wendy soon realises that what’s really important might be waiting back at home… Recommended age: 5+ galadurham.co.uk For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk Fabulous entertainment for the whole family this summer at Darlington Hippodrome www.darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk
14 raring2go.co.uk 15 Raring2go! WHATS ON Raring2go! PLACES2GO … or bring your bears to the Teddy Bears’ Picnic, Monday 12 August Discover loads of amazing family-friendly things to do this summer! Visit our website to find out more about our events and activities in the heart of Durham. durham.ac.uk/things-to-do Follow us on social media to do Things Explore the Botanic Garden all summer long… Explore our ‘Everest’ and ‘Toy Box’ exhibitions with free activities at the Oriental Museum Visit our latest exhibitions at the Museum of Archaeology MW/05/24/394 Take a family-friendly tour of Durham Castle @DUThingsToDo 03000 266 600 galadurham.co.uk Tickets £20 (£18 concession), £70 family ticket (min. one under 16) “Peter Pan & Wendy” is presented by arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk Tuesday 16 to Saturday 27 July Now Open We’re all part of it Historic Collections and Archives | Exhibitions | Weddings and Civil Partnerships Registration Service | Research Facilities | Cafe Get hands on with history Find out more thestorydurham.org Mount Oswald, South Road, Durham DH1 3TQ
16 raring2go.co.uk 17 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Auckland Castle Auckland Tower Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex Hackworth Park Locomotion Sunnydale Leisure Complex School Aycli e Wetlands Horndale Park West Park Oak Leaf Sports Complex & Running Track NEWTON AYCLIFFE DARLINGTON NORTH ROAD HEIGHINGTON SHILDON BISHOP AUCKLAND bishop line Community Rail Partnership Auckland Castle Ideal for families, with three new gardens and 150-acres of parkland to explore, plus family fun activities during the summer holidays including Knight School and Open Art Space. Locomotion Experience a Summer of Steam, with special guest Flying Scotsman. Enjoy train rides and family activities throughout the summer holiday. A1 Hopetown Darlington Hopetown Darlington Discover new family-friendly activities like Wagon Woods adventure play park plus an immersive tour through the world of transport constructed entirely from LEGO® bricks! Opening Tuesday 16th July! Hippodrome North Lodge Park Vue Cinema The Dolphin Centre Brick Train Sculpture The River Tees Weardale Railway Kids for a Quid! During the summer holidays up to 2 children can travel for £1 each with one adult. Weardale Railway To Saltburn Explore the Bishop Line by train this summer! East Coast Mainline London to Edinburgh The Bishop Line is part of the original Stockton & Darlington Railway so its bursting with history and packed with exciting attractions and places to explore and the train is the perfect way to get around. To nd out more about the Bishop Line and the Community Rail Partnership visit www.bishopline.org www.northernrailway.co.uk To check train times, book tickets and download the app visit Darlington Hippodrome This summer’s sparkling season of sensational shows includes Bluey’s Big Play, David Walliams’ Awful Auntie, Fireman Sam, Cirque – The Greatest Show and lots more! Hullabaloo in the Park Fantastic free family festival for 0-10s. From the 26th-28th July, South Park will be transformed into a magical land of creativity and fun! Hullabaloo South Park Simpasture Park Faverdale Nature Reserve To Stanhope
18 raring2go.co.uk 19 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Peace Doves at Durham Cathedral Plan your visit www.durhamcathedral.co.uk Things to see and do: • Until 20 July, make a Peace Dove and add your message of peace, love, hope or friendship to this collaborative artwork • From 26 July to 4 September, return to see your Peace Dove along with 15,000 others suspended in the cathedral’s Nave • Get hands-on with crafts and trails around the cathedral inspired by the Peace Doves installation Image credit: Peter Walker Sculpture Registered Charity Number: 1205971
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24 raring2go.co.uk 25 Raring2go! PUZZLE Raring2go! QUIZ To book & for more information: www.happyrooms.co.uk Bringing joy to life Come get Happy in Middlesbrough this summer Brought to you by the organisers of Nightfall Scan QR code for tickets Step into a world of pure joy, endless creativity and play at Happy Rooms: a family-friendly immersive walkthrough experience exploring what it means to be and feel happy! Explore a colourful trail of interactive spaces designed to ignite your imagination and bring a smile to your face. In addition to 12 artist designed rooms, visitors can enjoy playful creative activities, artist pop-ups, thoughtful exhibitions, and a pop-up café & Happy Tuck Shop. Sat 3 Aug - Sun 22 Sept 25 Linthorpe Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 1RH Open Wednesday - Sunday in August & Weekends in September, 10am-4pm (Timed entry every 15 mins). Tickets are £5 per Child & £7 per Adult Get ready for a thrilling adventure as Captain Cook Square, Middlesbrough transforms into a prehistoric paradise! Bring your little explorers for a weekend packed with fun, learning, and excitement. FREE FAMILY EVENT Saturday 6th & Sunday 7th July 2024 11am - 4pm With life sized animatronic dinosaurs meet roaring, moving giants like the T-Rex, Triceratops, Brontosaurus and much more! We’ll also have Ranger Training, baby dinosaurs and Cory the Talking Dinosaur. This is the ultimate event for dinosaur fans of all ages. Whether you’re a young dino enthusiast or just young at heart, there’s something for everyone at Jurassic Boro. Stay updated by following us on Facebook ARE YOU READY FOR A WEEKEND?
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