Discover Teesdale

What to See and Do - Events

Teesdale plays host to a variety of events from village and market towns agricultural shows and markets to steam fairs, stockcar racing, food festivals, theatre and major art exhibitions. Check our events calender and event organisers’ websites for the latest information.

Barford Raceway

Regular stockcar, hot rod and banger racing fixtures.
www.neoms.co.uk

Raby Castle

Events include an annual Orchid Show, vintage car rally and outdoor theatre and opera.
Enquiries: +44 (0)1833 660202
Email: admin@rabycastle.com www.rabycastle.com/news_events.htm

Farmers’ markets

Monthly markets on the cobbles in Barnard Castle and other events promote local produce including an annual food festival.
www.teesdalefarmersmarkets.co.uk/market_details.htm

National Garden Scheme (NGS)

Use the NGS Garden Finder search engine to find a list of private Teesdale gardens of character open to the public. You will need to search under the heading County Durham.
www.ngs.org.uk

Streatlam Farm

The second largest steam fair in the North East, tractor pulling and lawn mower racing.
Enquiries: +44 (0)1833 640492

The Bowes Museum

Exhibitions and events including outdoor theatre.
www.thebowesmuseum.org.uk

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