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2 raring2go.co.uk 3 Raring2go! Raring2go! Hello! We are thrilled to launch our rst edition as the new editors and are excited to embark 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 0333 344 2220 Hello! We hope you are enjoying Spring and getting ready for the Summer season! We have a host of family activities that you can attend & enjoy throughout the Summer holidays so keep Raring2go! Magazine by your side. Join us on Instagram to WIN exclusive prizes! So, grab your phone, scan the QR code, and hit that follow button.
Swim Buddies Swim Buddies provides high-quality swimming tuition for children aged 4 to 11 years old in Darlington. They offer both group and one-onone lessons, tailored to each child’s swimming experience and water confidence. All instructors are qualified swimming teachers who provide in-pool guidance to assist children’s swimming progression. Lessons are held at The Education Village and Hummersknott Academy. To book a lesson or learn more, you can visit their website or contact them directly at 07599103893. swimbuddies.co.uk 4 raring2go.co.uk 5 Raring2go! LEARN Raring2go! LEARN ARC Stockton Arts Centre, Stockton Fun With Film - Every Sat at 10:15am – all screenings are relaxed Fun With Film is about having fun with your family while you enjoy the wonderful world of cinema together. There are creative and craft activities after the film at no extra cost, so the fun continues after the credits have rolled. Every week we choose a film specially for family audiences, whether that a new release or a title your family already know and love, back for another outing at the big screen. The fun activities after the film have been expertly developed for families to take part in together, so there really is something for all ages. (We know parents love a chance to get creative just as much as their kids.) arconline.co.uk Razz Tots is designed to improve social and motor skills and to provide a secure foundation for little one’s development. Our Classes are structured on a new theme each half term, so the children can build and develop their skills. The class helps children to develop their speaking and listening skills, encourage positive group interaction and increase confidence, all whilst having fun! To register your interest please email Amber at stocktonontees@razzamataz.co.uk. For more details visit: www.razzamataz.co.uk For more ideas checkout the Clubs & Classes section of the Raring2go! website Outdoor Tots at Durham High School Outdoor Tots is a great way for your toddler to have fun, exploring the natural world in a safe and stimulating environment. It is an excellent opportunity for boys and girls aged 1-4 to spend some time exploring outdoors, every Tuesday morning during term time. Places are limited and booking is essential. Tickets are £4 per child. Additional siblings are £2 each. Book a place at dhsfg.org.uk Razz Tots Razz Tots is designed to improve social and motor skills and to provide a secure foundation for little one’s development. “Classes are structured on a new theme each half term, so the children can build and develop their skills” says Rebecca, Principal of Razzamataz Durham. “The class helps them to develop their speaking and listening skills, encourage positive group interaction and increase con dence, all whilst having fun!” To register your interest please email Rebecca at durham@razzamataz.co.uk. For more details visit: www.durham.razzamataz.co.uk NCT Durham Bumps and Babies Tues 10-11.30am £2-3 pay as you can. St Cuthbert's Church Hall, North End, Durham DH1 4NH Walk & Talk Thursdays 10.30-11.30am FREE Various locations please check the Facebook page @NCTDurham or website for details http://www.nct.org.uk/durham Little Dragons at the Oriental Museum, Durham A group for children under 5 and their families. Booking essential. Free entry. Wednesday mornings in the Museum. Packed full of exploring the museum galleries, fun craft activities, singing, games and stories. https://www.dur.ac.uk/oriental.museum/ For more ideas checkout the Clubs & Classes section of the Raring2go! website What’s On for Little Ones Durham page fp Sept 22 copy 2.qxp_Layout 1 09/09/2022 12:35 Page 1 WEEKEND PERFORMING ARTS CLASSES. FOR AGES 6-18. PQA tees valley LCM Studios, TS1 2ED pqacademy.com book a free session enrolling now. Over 30,000 highly targeted copies delivered! Call 07787 584878 or email teesdurham@raring2go.co.uk now! Stand Out, Grab Attention and Boost Sales!
Raring2go! WHATS ON 6 raring2go.co.uk 7 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Discover Beasts & Legends in North East folklore, Palace Green Library from 14 June. Explore the Botanic Garden all summer. Follow us on social media @DUThingsToDo todo Things Marvellous stories from around the world – Telling Tales exhibition, Oriental Museum from 13 June. Discover loads of amazing family-friendly things to do, including… Visit our website durham.ac.uk/things-to-do MW0525436 What’s On this Summer Wharton Park, Durham Party In The Park, Durham Brass Festival - Sat 19 Jul, 5pm - 9pm [FREE EVENT] Get on your dancing shoes as our street bands bring the party to the park from 5pm to 9pm. The fantastic amphitheatre in Wharton Park provides a unique way to experience the high energy performances from the amazing street bands we have gathered from across the UK and beyond to perform at this year’s festival. Come rain or shine, this is always an unmissable part of the Brass festival. Brass Summer Concerts, Sunday 27 Jul, 17 Aug, 31 Aug, 1-3pm [FREE EVENT] With support from the Durham Brass Festival, we are pleased to announce that our Summer Brass Concerts return to Wharton Park this summer. Local Brass bands will perform concerts on selected Sunday afternoons from Sunday 27 July to Sunday 31 August in our park Amphitheatre. The HandleBards: Shakespeare’s ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ Fri 15 Aug, 6:30pm In usual HandleBards style shows, expect riotous amounts of energy, a fair old whack of chaos, and a great deal of laughter. durham.gov.uk/whartonpark Hardwick Park, Durham Summer Forest Club: 29 July – 26 Aug. Suitable for 2-6 years. pre-booking required. Forest Club is a hands-on experience designed to engage children with the world around them through natural and play based activities. The programme is aimed at children between two and six years of age. Each session will include a different element or skill. Hardwick Conservation Champions: 4 Aug - 8 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. durham.gov.uk/hardwickpark Stockton Globe, Stockton on Tees KAPOW - Sat 5 Jul, 10am - 4pm [FREE EVENT] KAPOW, the annual family friendly sci-fi festival, is returning to Stockton Globe for 2025! Whether you’re a lifelong sci-fi fan or a newbie, there’s fun to be had for all at this celebration of the extraordinary! Bigger and better than ever, experience KAPOW like you never have before on Saturday 5th July! stocktonglobe.co.uk Seaham Food Festival, Seaham A Great Day out in Seaham - Sat 2 Aug, 10am - 5 pm & Sun 3 Aug, 10am - 4 pm The food festival brings together traders and producers from across the region to sell their delicious treats. Soak up the atmosphere with live music and attractions and buy lots of goodies to take home too. Further information for our 2025 festival is avaialble on our website. seahamfoodfestival.co.uk For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk
8 raring2go.co.uk 9 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm Dinosaur Adventure Live – Thur 31 Jul, 2pm & 4:30pm Are you ready for a BRAND NEW ADVENTURE with DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE?! When a satellite tasked with controlling the island’s weather systems malfunctions, chaos erupts. The island’s tropical climate spirals leading to one big JURASSIC STORM. If not stopped, it will erase all existence of the island…forever! The mission: find the code hidden deep within the island, reboot the satellite and save the Dinosaurs before it’s too late. The adventure of a lifetime awaits… bring the family on a T-REX-IFFIC journey with our BRAND NEW dinosaurs, meet their ROAR-SOME babies and help the rangers save the Island. Are you brave enough to face the Jurassic Storm! Alice in Wonderland- Sun 3 Aug, 11am & 2:30pm Tumble down the rabbit hole and enter a world of wonder with Alice in Wonderland! Follow Alice as she meets some of the most extraordinary characters ever imagined, from the fierce Queen of Hearts to the hilarious Mad Hatter and the ever-grinning Cheshire Cat. With plenty of comedy, excitement, and heart, this production will keep the whole family entertained from start to finish. Featuring incredible digital scenery, vibrant costumes, and singalong tunes, Alice in Wonderland is an unforgettable family-friendly adventure that’s truly out of this world! thepaaonline.org Theatre Hullabaloo, Darlington Summer at The Hullabaloo - Jun - Aug Come and join us for a swash-buckling summer of pirate fun at The Hullabaloo! Alongside our Creative Play space, Fairytale Forest, we’ve got so many amazing activities. From Sea-Shanty writing workshops, to pirate storytelling! We’ve also got a free pirate play experience the theatre space with a giant pirate ship! Get involved in mindfulness and drama workshops as well as café crafts, outdoor play and so much more! There’s something for everyone this Summer at The Hullabaloo! theatrehullabaloo.org.uk ARC Stockton Arts Centre, Stockton Robyn Hood – Sat 5 Jul 2025, 11:30 am & 2:30pm Robyn Hood tells the story of Robyn, a little girl who lives in a big city. Robyn likes to play outside and on a small patch of green land she builds a den; a magical space all of her own, where she dreams big dreams of woodland adventures. Until one day, developers arrive and Robyn’s den is under threat. Robyn retreats into her fantastical forest world where she is the audacious hero with a brave band of outlaws. Robyn and the adventurous outlaws teach the mean Sheriff a lesson and she learns to be the real-world hero that everyone needs. Club Groovy: Funky Family Fest - Sun 9 Aug 2025, 1:00pm It’s time to shine in Club Groovy’s mini music festival party. Get your glitter on and join the team in a show that promises to be jam-packed full of feel-good anthems, colour and celebration! Club Groovy is a fabulously funky daytime disco and theatre experience for families who love to move & groove! Join the Club Groovy team for an hour of high-energy party vibes, silly storylines, absolute anthems and interactive fast-paced fun! 3 Little Pig Tails – Sat 6 Sep 2025, 11:00am & 2:30pm ‘Let me in little piggie it’s blowing a gale’ ‘Not by the hairs on my little pink tail’ A brand new version of the classic story of the three little pigs set in Paris. A grumpy old wolf is a chef who wants some pigs’ tails for his soup. Will the little pigs outwit the wolf and what kind of house will they build? A funny, warm-hearted and interactive rustic tale to make you squeal with laughter, bristling with puppets, live music and lots of joining in. arconline.co.uk For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk What’s on at the Theatre Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm Book today: www.thepaaonline.org 01642 792587 Alice in Wonderland Sunday 3rd August, 11am and 2.30pm Dinosaur Adventures Live Thursday 31st July, 2pm and 4.30pm
10 raring2go.co.uk 11 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Saturday 6th September, 11:30am and 2:30pm shows Ages: 3-7 years Grab 2 tickets for just £15 with code “RARING15” Tickets: Tel: 01642 525199 | www.arconline.co.uk Gala Durham, Durham A Squash and a Squeeze - Fri 25 Jul to Sun 27 Jul - Presented by Little Angel Theatre and Lowry Step into the magical world of A Squash and a Squeeze live on stage for the first time! Join us for this heartwarming and hilarious adventure, full of beautiful puppets and enchanting songs. Written and illustrated by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, and adapted for the stage by Olivier-nominated duo Barb Jungr and Samantha Lane. galadurham.co.uk Empire Consett, Durham Spot’s Birthday Party - Sat 26 Jul, 2pm & 4pm - Presented by Sam Bradshaw Productions Based on the book by Eric Hill. Words and songs by Guy Unsworth. You’re invited to join Spot for the best birthday party ever in Spot’s Birthday Party at Empire Consett! Celebrate with Spot and his friends in this engaging and interactive show for everyone aged 2+ and their grownups with integrated Makaton, catchy songs, dancing and lots of interactive party games! empireconsett.co.uk Bishop Auckland Town Hall The Little Mermaid - Sat 19 Jul, 1:30pm & 4.30pm In an underwater Kingdom like no other, King Triton’s daughter, the bravest little mermaid, yearns for an adventure way above the water. With the help of her floundering fish friend and a crabby crab, they must battle the evils of the Sea Witch, who steals the mermaid’s voice in exchange for the ability to live on land, in this timeless tale sure to captivate audiences of all ages. The Little Mermaid features breath-taking music, dazzling costumes, and more silliness than you can shake a flipper at, promising an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Brick Flicks - Main Gallery and The Strong Room - Mon 2 Jun - Sat 30 Aug, [FREE TO ATTEND] From Wayne’s World to West Side Story, The Matrix to Mary Poppins, and Laurel & Hardy to Life of Pi, see classic movies in LEGO® bricks in this exhibition of some of the most iconic and memorable film moments of all time recreated by Warren Elsmore, the well-known artist in LEGO bricks. Each familiar scene has been carefully photographed to mimic the staging and lighting of the original movie, but with the scenery, actors and actresses recreated with everyone’s favourite building blocks. bishopaucklandtownhall.org.uk For more events checkout the ‘What’s On’ and Places2go sections of the Raring2go! website raring2go.co.uk What’s on at the Theatre A Squash and a Squeeze Presented by Little Angel Theatre Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July Tickets: £16 (£14 under 16s), £56 family ticket (min. two under 16s) Recommended age: 3 to 8 Pirates Love Underpants Live Presented by Norwell Lapley Productions Thursday 30 and Friday 31 October Tickets: £15 (£13 under 16s), £52 family ticket (min. two under 16s) Recommended age: 1+ Horrible Histories: Gorgeous Georgians and Vile Victorians Presented by Birmingham Stage Company Friday 19 and Saturday 20 September Tickets: £17.50 (£15.50 concession), £62 family ticket (min. two under 16s) Recommended age: 5+ 03000 266 600 galadurham.co.uk With a Plotters’ Forest Adventure Playground Ticket. Until 7th September 2025. www.raby.co.uk admin@raby.co.uk 01833 660202 Children go Free into Raby Castle
12 raring2go.co.uk 13 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! WHATS ON Football: Grab a ball and head outside! Whether it’s the garden, park or beach, all you need is a few players and makeshift goals! Cricket: A true summer classic. Set up some stumps and enjoy a friendly match. Perfect for parks or garden gatherings. Rounders: Ideal for picnics and BBQs, this easyto-learn game is great for groups of all ages. Tennis: With Wimbledon vibes in the air, dust off those rackets! Visit your local courts or pop up a net in the garden for some tennis fun. Frisbee: From casual throws to a DIY frisbee golf course, it’s simple, energetic and great fun for all. Beach Volleyball: Seaside? Take a volleyball for some sandy fun! No beach? Parks and gardens work equally well too. Water Balloon Toss: Cool off with this laugh-outloud game. Easy to set up and brilliant on a hot day. Just make sure you’re ready to get soaked! Capture the Flag: A team favourite that’s full of energy and excitement. Great for larger groups and wide outdoor spaces. Board Games: Indoors with classics like Uno, Pictionary or Snakes & Ladders. Fun for all ages. Table Tennis or Darts: Set up in a spare room or garage and get a tournament going! Perfect for competitive fun on rainy days. Indoor Obstacle Course: Use cushions, chairs and blankets to create a DIY adventure zone. Great for burning off energy when stuck indoors. Think Gladiators and the ‘Eliminator’.... Balloon Tennis: All you need is a balloon and some makeshift rackets. This is ideal for younger children and totally furniture-friendly. Charades or Heads Up: Get everyone giggling with these silly, fast-paced guessing games. No equipment needed, just imagination and lots of fun filled silly guesses. DIY Craft Challenges: Rainy days are perfect for creativity. Set a timer and theme—like ‘summer animals’ or ‘beach day’ and then let the crafting begin! So much fun and so creative too! No matter what the forecast, all of these games guarantee giggles, bonding and brilliant summer memory making times for the whole family. Top Summer Games for Sun & Showers Make the most of the great British summer no matter what the weather! These games are perfect for keeping everyone entertained. From outdoor classics to rainy-day favourites, there’s something for every kind of weather. Photo by Alfonso Scarpa on Unsplash Discover Durham Cathedral this Summer Plan your visit www.durhamcathedral.co.uk Things to see and do: • Create your own Magna Carta inspired 3D seal or join a Storyteller workshop and learn about the history of these inspiring documents. • Pick up a free Magna Carta activity leaet lled with puzzles, colouring and challenges. • Plus see Durham Cathedral in LEGO® or borrow a backpack lled with fun activities to explore the cathedral. Registered Charity Number: 1205971
14 raring2go.co.uk 15 Raring2go! WHATS ON Raring2go! TASTY FOOD & DRINK STALLS TV CHEF COOKERY THEATRE CHILDRENS WORKSHOPS LIVE MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT + MORE 2-3 AUGUST 2025 JOIN US FOR A FOODIE WEEKEND Down by the Sea seahamfoodfestival.co.uk seahamfoodfest A Durham County Council Event Supported by Seaham Raring 2 Go magazine .indd 1 03/06/2025 05:17 Meet the animals sessions Bluey & Bingo 23 Aug nursery weekend 16 &17 Aug soniC weekend 9 & 10 Aug newham g r ang e FArM Wykeham Way, Coulby Newham, Middlesbrough. TS8 0TG • Tel: 01642 515729 Activities and events included in general admission • Get tickets online at: newhamgrangefarm.co.uk sPiderMAn 3 Aug Angel & stitCh 24 Aug FroZen PrinCess 2 Aug teddy BeArs PiCniC 26 & 27 July dress-up play in FArM ruBBing trAil sat 19 July - sun 31 Aug see /newhamgrange for weekly whats-on suMMer Fun At the FArM! 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
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20 raring2go.co.uk 21 Raring2go! PLACES2GO Raring2go! LEARN This Summer take the Bishop Line to where the story of the railways began... This year the world is celebrating 200 years of train travel and this is where it all began. The Bishop Line is part of the original route of The Stockton & Darlington Railway so it’s bursting with history and packed with exciting attractions and places to explore, and the train is a great way to get around. So what are you waiting for? Explore the Bishop Line! Scan the QR code to start planning your summer. bishopline.org WEARDALE RAILWAY Locomotion All aboard for a Summer Celebration! Enjoy steam rides, the legendary Flying Scotsman, a pop-up beach and free family activities each day. Discover our railway story and so much more. Darlington Hippodrome boasts a beautiful 1000seat auditorium hosting hit touring musicals, thrilling star-studded dramas, top stand-up comedy, world class dance and electrifying live music. There’s something to suit every taste! Hopetown Darlington Explore Darlington’s pioneering railway heritage in an award-winning railwaythemed visitor attraction and jump aboard Experiment! the North East’s only permanent immersive experience ride. The Hullabaloo Visit this special family venue by train this summer for lots of free and low-cost magical things to see, make and do! Auckland Palace Ideal for families, with three new gardens and 150 acres of parkland to explore, plus family fun activites during the holidays. Weardale Railway Ride the rails of history on this 18-mile line from Bishop Auckland through beautiful Weardale to Wolsingham and Stanhope. bish p line Community Rail Partnership To Saltburn
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