There is so much to explore at our museums, galleries, and gardens throughout April.
Our Botanic Garden is set in beautiful mature woodlands and offers a wide variety of landscapes to discover.
Local green woodworker, Chris Helliwell, will be demonstrating his traditional wood-turning crafts skills on Sunday 14 April, 10am – 4pm. So why not come along to the Botanic Garden for an opportunity to have a go?
World Heritage Day celebrations
Celebrate World Heritage Day at Durham Castle with a unique experience day.
Start with a wholesome brunch in the Great Hall and take in the beautiful surroundings before one of the knowledgeable tour guides takes you on a bespoke tour of the castle.
Full details are on our Things to do website and tickets are priced at £15.
Or why not enjoy a free self-guided visit and our re-enactment group, Vanguard, showcasing Norman weapons and battling in the castle courtyard?
Activities for children, colouring and dressing up will be available in the Great Hall.
Our friendly guides and volunteers will be around Durham Castle to answer your questions and share some of the stories and hidden history of the Castle.
Further information is available on our website.
Children battling with Norman weapons
Celebrating Eid Al-Fitr
Also known as the ‘Festival of Breaking the Fast’, Eid Al-Fitr is celebrated by Muslims around the world at the end of Ramadan, the month of fasting. Come and join in for an afternoon of arts and crafts, a delicious halal buffet and readings on Saturday 13 April at the Oriental Museum.
Booking for this event is essential. Tickets are priced at £3 for adults and children. Children under 2 years are free of charge.
Free family events and activities at the Oriental Museum
Come along and explore, learn and create with our programme of free family events. Taking inspiration from objects on display across the Oriental Museum's galleries, families can get creative.
Sikh Khanda Symbol
- Spot the cute 1000-year-old rabbit in our new China displays at the Oriental Museum and make a rabbity wheel puzzle.
- Get Ready for Vaisakhi. Find out how the Sikhs celebrate Vaisakhi the Sikh New Year and make a Khanda symbol mosaic.
- Join us for some fun, autism-friendly crafts for families at the Oriental Museum when the galleries are quieter. Explore the museum galleries and have fun making pasta jewellery.
Activities are generally suitable for families with children aged 5 - 11 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All activities are drop-ins and there is no need to book unless otherwise stated.
There is so much more to explore and get involved with. Have a look at our Things to do website to learn about our special exhibitions, workshops and so much more.