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A Joyful Weekend of Art, Music, Dancing and Tips for Thrifty Living as Festival of Thrift Celebrates Ten Years
Uncategorized,Museums,Outdoors,Family,What's On,Festival
The weekend like no other that is Festival of Thrift is celebrating its tenth anniversary with a packed programme as diverse, entertaining and inspiring as ever on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 September.
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Cast Announced for Alan Harris’ Sugar Baby at Alphabetti Theatre
Theatre,Comedy,Adults,What's On
This September, Alphabetti presents a charming comedy caper from critically acclaimed writer Alan Harris. Harris is a Welsh playwright and screenwriter who wrote The Left Behind for BBC Three in 2019, which won the BAFTA for Best Single Drama
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Speakers Revealed as ‘Countdown’ to the 10th Anniversary of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival Begins
Uncategorized,Adults,Family,What's On,Festival
Countdown’s Suzie Dent, the 8th Earl of Harewood David Lascelles, Antiques Roadshow expert Ronnie Archer-Morgan, veteran broadcaster Peter Snow and former President of the Supreme Court, Lady Hale, are amongst the guest speakers headlining at the special 10th anniversary year of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival 2022.
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INNSiDE NEWCASTLE TO GIVE AWAY 50 FREE PLACES TO YOGA CLASS AT THE QUAYSIDE HOTEL
Uncategorized,Adults,What's On
Earlier this year, INNSiDE Newcastle, part of Meliá Hotels International, launched INNSiDER Wellness - a new wellness series in collaboration with Newcastle-based yoga studio Yoga Therapies.
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STYLISH CELEBRATIONS AT NORTH EAST MENSWEAR STORE…
Uncategorized,Adults,Heritage,What's On
A NORTH EAST menswear company is celebrating the success of its newest store, one year after opening.
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UNWIND AND REJUVENATE AT A YOGA RETREAT DAY …
Uncategorized,Outdoors,Adults,Food and drink,What's On
A stress busting day of rest and relaxation is taking place this weekend (Sunday 18 Sept) at a leading North East wellness venue.
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REVIEW: Rock of Ages @ Sunderland Empire
If 80’s rock music and comedy is your thing, Rock of Ages delivers them both in harmony!
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TECH TALENT TO BE PART OF SUNDERLAND BUSINESS FESTIVAL…
Uncategorized,What's On,Festival
ONE of the North East’s biggest tech careers, jobs and skills events is to return after joining forces with a major recruitment event being held in Sunderland this October.
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THE BRIDGES PREPARES WELCOME PARTY FOR SUNDERLAND STUDENTS…
Uncategorized,Adults,What's On,Festival
A NIGHT of bargains, giveaways, entertainment and sampling is planned to welcome students to Sunderland.
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RAMSIDE HALL HOTEL CREATES ITS OWN LOVE NEST…
LOVEBIRDS can now tie the knot in an intimate treetop ceremony, in a luxurious room with a view.
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North East Theatre Company Emerges Stronger From Pandemic as it Conquers North of England
Dance,Theatre,Adults,Music,Family,What's On,Art
A North East theatre company has bucked the national trend by coming out of the pandemic stronger than ever – and is set to conquer the whole of the North of England with a trio of hotly-anticipated productions.
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SOUTH SHIELDS PLEASURE PARK IN THE RUNNING FOR NATIONAL AWARD…
THE CONTINUED success of a North East amusement park has put it in the running for a prestigious national award.
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STRICTLY BALLROOM UK TOUR KEVIN CLIFTON & MAISIE SMITH
Dance,Theatre,Adults,Music,Family,What's On
When Kevin Clifton was ten years old he watched the film of Strictly Ballroom and, as a budding competitive dancer, immediately saw himself in the character of Scott Hastings, recalling: “He was a hero to me and such an inspiration.”
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REVIEW: The Botanical Room @ INNSiDE Newcastle
Uncategorized,Adults,Food and drink,What's On
Relaxing, tranquil and beautiful. Here’s our take on the brand new Botanical room at INNSiDE Newcastle!
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GET READY TO TUCK INTO SUNDERLAND’S RESTAURANT WEEK..
Adults,Food and drink,What's On
THE tastiest date on Sunderland’s calendar is about to return, with the news that the city’s Restaurant Week will be back.
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Tickets on Sale For Workshops at Festival of Thrift
Outdoors,Food and drink,Family,What's On,Art,Festival
Tickets are now on sale for a series of thrifty superskills sessions at this year’s tenth anniversary Festival of Thrift where people can have fun trying new things and get hands-on, learning life-enhancing tips, tricks, and techniques.
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PIZZA PUNKS ANNOUNCES INFLATION BUSTING DEALS WITH ‘KILL THE BILL’
Adults,Food and drink,Family,What's On
Deals across the week: Thank FCK its Thursday, Cheap Date Mondays, Bottomless Brunch, Late Night Pizza, and 2 for 1 cocktails!
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INNSiDE NEWCASTLE REVEALS BOTANICAL BEDROOM
Uncategorized,Outdoors,Adults,Food and drink,What's On
Working in collaboration with a local independent plant store, showcasing a dedicated botanical room, filled with plants, for the summer. A staycation for the curious #StayCurious
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Tickets on Sale for Return of Christmas at Gibside
Outdoors,Adults,Family,What's On,Art
Following the success of its first year, tickets are now on sale for the Christmas trail at the National Trust's Gibside estate, near Gateshead. Featuring enchanting illuminations choreographed to a festive soundtrack, the family friendly trail returns to the Georgian garden between 1 December 2022 and 1 January 2023.
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HARDWICK FESTIVAL IS DOWN WITH THE KIDS…
Dance,Outdoors,Music,Family,Festival
A MAJOR North East festival is living up to its reputation of being family friendly, with a special programme aimed at youngsters.
Hardwick Festival will take place at Hardwick Hall near Sedgefield over the weekend of 20-21 August.
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Chapterhouse Theatre Company Presents 21st Century Events ABBA and Elton
Outdoors,Theatre,Adults,Music,Family,What's On
Chapterhouse Theatre Company are delighted to be returning to Durham as part of their Concert Tour. This summer, Durham will have the opportunity to see these amazing 21st Century Events from Chapterhouse’s repertoire at two wonderful venues.
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Chapterhouse Theatre Company Presents Outdoor Theatre Show's at Durham Cathedral This Summer
Outdoors,Theatre,Adults,Family,Heritage,What's On
Chapterhouse Theatre Company are delighted to be returning to Durham as part of their Open-Air Theatre. This summer, Durham will have the opportunity to see three amazing productions from Chapterhouse’s repertoire at Durham Cathedral.
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'Cirque du Hilarious' Returns to the North East for 25th Anniversary Featuring Big CBBC Stars
Theatre,Comedy,Family,What's On
The superstars of slapstick Danny Adams, brother Mick Potts and dad Clive Webb are celebrating 25 years of Cirque Du Hilarious this summer – with what is set to be their best tour yet!
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Gary Barlow Tickets and Blackfriars Meal Up for Grabs in Incredible Charity Prize Draw
Theatre,Adults,Music,Food and drink,Family
Exciting news comes as Tyne Theatre and Opera House announce a third fundraising prize draw, giving entrants the chance to win two tickets to see Gary Barlow’s brand-new show A Different Stage on Wednesday 12th October 2022, plus a pre-show three course meal and fizz for two at Blackfriars Restaurant.
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HAIRY BIKER GIVES A TASTY START TO SUMMER IN SUNDERLAND…
Outdoors,Adults,Food and drink,Family
A SUMMER programme of activity across Sunderland city centre will get off to a mouthwatering start, with the chance to watch top tv chef, Si King, recreate some healthy favourites.
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NIGHTS LESS ORDINARY COME ALIVE AT LIFE
Museums,Science,Adults,What's On
Life Science Centre in Newcastle-upon-Tyne will launch a new season of adult-only events with a difference this month, and those 18+ across the North East should expect the unexpected. Life’s after-hours events kick-off on Thursday 14 July with Science Speakeasy: Who Owns Space?
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DINOSAURS, SAILORS AND CIRCUSES ADDED TO THIS IS SOUTH TYNESIDE FESTIVAL…
Dance,Outdoors,Adults,Music,Family,What's On,Festival
GIANT, moving dinosaur fossils, sea shanties and an interactive circus have been added to the already packed programme for this year’s This Is South Tyneside Festival.
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RAMSIDE SPA LAUNCHES LIFESAVER FOR BUSY PARENTS
Uncategorized,Adults,What's On
An award-winning North East spa is to focus upon helping stressed-out super busy parents with a specially designed speedy break to help them put their feet up.
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Inspired by Lindisfarne Gospels 2022: Still Point, a Film Installation by Artist Suki Chan
Museums,Heritage,What's On,Art
The Maltings Berwick is delighted to announce that the Gymnasium Gallery will host Still Point, a film installation by artist Suki Chan, as part of a region-wide programme of cultural events created to coincide with the much-anticipated display of the Lindisfarne Gospels at Newcastle’s Laing Art Gallery.
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MORE TIME TO ENJOY A NORTH EAST FAVOURITE…
Food and drink,Family,What's On
THE SUCCESS of a Newcastle café and artisan bakery has led to extended opening hours – and the introduction of an evening service.
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AWARD-WINNING COMEDIAN ROB BRYDON TOURS TO SUNDERLAND EMPIRE FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY THIS JULY!
Theatre,Comedy,Adults,Music,What's On
Award winning comedian Rob Brydon and his eight-piece band take to the road in 2021 with his new show, Rob Brydon – A Night Of Songs & Laughter, marking the first time Brydon has created a show that includes songs and music as well as his acclaimed wit and comedy.
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World-Class Tribute Bands and Exceptional Local Artists to Perform at Stanhope Weekender Music Festival
Outdoors,Music,What's On,Festival
Next weekend, Friday 1st and Saturday 2nd July sees the return of the Stanhope Weekender, bringing a jam-packed weekend of live entertainment in the stunning surroundings of Stanhope in the heart of Weardale, County Durham.
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INNSiDE BY MELIA INTRODUCES A NEW STAY & DINE PACKAGE WITH GINO D’ACAMPO
Uncategorized,Adults,Food and drink,What's On
Exciting lifestyle hotel, INNSiDE by Melia, part of Melia Hotels International, has launched A Sunday Well Spent, a new stay and dine package with Gino D’Acampo.
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ROCK OF AGES STARRING KEVIN KENNEDY AS ‘DENNIS DUPREE’ AT SUNDERLAND EMPIRE THIS SEPTEMBER
The producers of ROCK OF AGES are thrilled to announce full casting and new dates for the UK and Ireland tour, including the return of Coronation Street star KEVIN KENNEDY as ‘Dennis Dupree’, a role he previously played to huge acclaim in 2018.
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Design Studio NOVAK Collaborate with Laing Art Gallery for Lindisfarne Gospels Light Projection
The Laing Art Gallery is excited to announce it is working with video design specialists NOVAK to produce an immersive digital experience for the forthcoming Lindisfarne Gospels exhibition.
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FIND THE KILLER AT THE CASTLE…
Uncategorized,Crime,Adults,What's On
A top North East hotel is giving super sleuths the chance to unleash their inner Marple or Poirot by cracking a murder mystery this weekend.
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THIS IS SOUTH TYNESIDE FESTIVAL: CONTINUING FESTIVITIES LONG AFTER THE JUBILEE
Outdoors,Family,What's On,Festival
ANYONE MISSING the festivities, parties and outdoor events that have marked the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee can continue the fun well into the summer – thanks to the This Is South Tyneside Festival.
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PING PONG RETURNS TO THE BRIDGES…
Uncategorized,Family,What's On
POP UP Ping Pong has returned to the Bridges – which is good news for any shoppers wanting to improve their sporting skills.
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Spectacular Weekend of Celebrations to Mark the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
Outdoors,Food and drink,Heritage,What's On
Award winning shows, epic firework displays and one of the country’s biggest street parties will make a truly memorable weekend of celebrations for the Platinum Jubilee on Friday, 3rd June and Saturday, 4th June, at 11Arches in Bishop Auckland.
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A FISHWIVES JUBILEE TEA PARTY…
Food and drink,Family,Heritage,Festival
A very fishy jubilee celebration, which echoes one held more than a century earlier, is set to take place on Wearside next week (1 June).
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First Celebrity Chefs Announced for Seaham Food Festival
Food and drink,Family,What's On,Festival
A Saturday Kitchen star and a formidable TV judge are the first celebrity chefs confirmed to appear at a popular seaside food festival.
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Festival of Thrift Announces Advance Highlights for 10th Anniversary Event at Kirkleatham
Outdoors,What's On,Art,Festival
Festival of Thrift organisers are inviting visitors to join them and party in true thrifty style at its tenth anniversary event in Kirkleatham on Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th September.
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Artist Ruth Ewan to Collaborate with Laing Art Gallery on New Project Inspired by Lindisfarne Gospels
A display of precious personal objects belonging to the people of Tyne and Wear will go on show at the Laing Art Gallery, Newcastle upon Tyne, in summer 2022.
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SPA FANS ASKED TO SHOW THEIR SUPPORT…
Uncategorized,Heritage,What's On
FANS of one of the North East’s most popular spas are being asked to show their support to help take a national title.
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HARDWICK HALL GEARS UP FOR THE RETURN OF CLASSIC CAR AND MOTORCYCLE SHOW…
Outdoors,Adults,Food and drink,Family,What's On
PASSIONATE petrolheads can enjoy a day out among 400 vintage vehicles, when the North East Classic Car and Motorcycle Show returns to the North East next weekend (22 May).
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WISHING YOU WELL AT THE BRIDGES…
Uncategorized,Family,What's On
SHOPPERS in Sunderland can wish a charity well, thanks to a great new interactive giving initiative.
The city’s the Bridges shopping centre has joined forces with heart charity Red Sky Foundation to develop a unique, musical version of a traditional wishing well.
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NORTH EAST LEISURE GROUP CELEBRATES SECOND ACCOLADE…
A NORTH EAST leisure group is celebrating for the second time in two months – after another of its properties received a top award.
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INNSiDE NEWCASTLE: A NEW SERIES IN COLLABORATION WITH YOGA THERAPIES
Adults,Food and drink,What's On
INNSiDE Newcastle, part of Meliá Hotels International, has launched INNSiDER Wellness - a new wellness series in collaboration with Newcastle based yoga studio YogaTherapies.
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RAMSIDE SPA NAMED ONE OF THE BEST IN THE COUNTRY…
Uncategorized,Adults,Heritage,What's On
COUNTY DURHAM’s luxurious Ramside Spa has been named one of the best in the UK at the beauty industry’s equivalent of the Oscars.
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NORTH EAST ATTRACTION AWARD WIN SPOOKS THE COMPETITION…
Uncategorized,Outdoors,Adults,What's On
A NORTH EAST scream park has terrified competition from across the UK, by snatching a prestigious national award.
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Name For New County Durham History Centre Revealed
Uncategorized,Museums,Heritage
The name for a new history centre for County Durham has been revealed.
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THE HIT WEST END PRODUCTION OF DAVID WALLIAMS’ BILLIONAIRE BOY IS COMING TO SUNDERLAND!
The bestselling children’s author David Walliams and the award-winning Birmingham Stage Company have teamed up for a brand-new tour of their hit West End production of Billionaire Boy. This is their third collaboration after the Olivier Award nominated Gangsta Granny and acclaimed Awful Auntie productions.
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ONE OF NORTH EAST’S LONGEST STANDING RESTAURANTS READY TO CELEBRATE 60 YEARS…
Adults,Food and drink,Family,Heritage
THE POPULARITY of a traditional food offering at a North East hotel continues to grow, as it heads towards its 60th year in operation.
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CRAFTY WEARSIDERS CAN DO THEIR BIT FOR THE QUEEN…
Family,Heritage,What's On,Art,Festival
PEOPLE of all ages from across Sunderland are being asked to show their artistic skills and become part of a royal exhibition as part of the city’s celebration of the Queen’s 70 years on the throne.
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Stanhope Music Festival to Return This July, Building On The Success of Its Foundation Year
Dance,Outdoors,Adults,Music,What's On,Festival
Taking place over two days, The Stanhope Weekender will be held in the idyllic surroundings of the Stanhope Showground, in the heart of Weardale, County Durham.
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HAIRY BIKER EXCHANGES MEALS FOR MUSIC AT SUNDERLAND FESTIVAL..
Outdoors,Food and drink,Festival
A TOP tv chef is highlighting his passion for music when he brings a celebration of food and entertainment to Sunderland this summer.
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PARADE BRINGS THE SPIRIT OF CARNIVAL TO SOUTH TYNESIDE…
Dance,Outdoors,Music,Family,What's On,Art,Festival
FORGET Rio, New Orleans and Sydney – the real spirit of carnival is to be found in South Tyneside this summer after an absence of more than two years.
The renamed This Is South Tyneside Festival is back with a vengeance between June and August and at its heart is its all singing, all dancing carnival parade on Saturday 2 July.
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Businesses Get On Board County Durham’s UK City of Culture 2025 Bid
Hundreds of businesses from across the North East have backed County Durham’s bid to be UK City of Culture 2025.
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Scrumptious Success as Thousands Turn Out for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Outdoors,Food and drink,Family,What's On,Festival
Bishop Auckland Food Festival returned to its original spring date this year and was a roaring success, as people travelled from County Durham and beyond to celebrate all things food.
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THE NORTHERN TYPOGRAPHY EXHIBITION TAKES PLACE AT THE SPANISH CITY IN WHITLEY BAY
Museums,Family,Heritage,What's On,Art
NEWCASTLE-UPON-TYNE, 6th April 2022 – Whitley Bay based For The Love Of The North has launched the ‘Northern Typography Exhibition’ a one-off, free exhibition at the iconic Spanish City in Whitley Bay, running until 3rd July 2022.
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GLOBAL DJ ICON SASHA JOINS THE ALREADY HUGE LINEUP FOR NORTH EAST JUBILEE WEEKENDER FESTIVAL
Outdoors,Adults,Music,What's On,Festival
The internationally renowned DJ, Producer and house pioneer Sasha has been announced as the latest icon to join the lineup for House of Barefoots Jubilee Weekender, a brand new boutique dance music festival taking place in Stamfordham, Northumberland from the 2nd to the 4th June 2022.
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Celebrating Memorable Moments in County Durham
A musical theatre star and an award-winning photographer have helped launch a campaign aimed at showcasing County Durham’s most memorable moments.
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BRIGHTER DAYS FESTIVAL HUGE PHASE ONE LINEUP REVEAL
Dance,Outdoors,Adults,Festival
Brighter Days Festival are making their highly anticipated debut at Sunderlands Herrington Park for 2022, taking place throughout the day and long into the night of Friday the 8th of July, and they’ve just proudly unveiled the incredible first phase of the lineup for the day itself.
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Celebrity Chefs Revealed for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Outdoors,Adults,Food and drink,Family,What's On,Festival
One of the North East’s most popular food festivals has announced its first line up of celebrity chefs, as organisers prepare to welcome foodies back to Bishop Auckland this spring. Bishop Auckland Food Festival will be returning to its April date after taking place in October last year due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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HOLD COURT AT LUMLEY CASTLE THIS VALENTINE’S DAY…
Adults,Food and drink,What's On
ROMANCE is in the air at an historic North East hotel, which has devised a number of special packages to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
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YOUNG CREATIVES GET A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITIES WITH TOUR DE MOON…
Uncategorized,Museums,Art,Festival
AN AMBITIOUS festival which will literally be out of this world is giving young creative people across the North East the chance to showcase their skills.
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Tyne Theatre Announce a ‘Bobby Dazzler’ of a Prize Draw
Theatre,Comedy,Adults,What's On
Exciting news comes as the Tyne Theatre and Opera House announce a phenomenal fundraising prize draw, giving entrants the chance to see Sarah Millican’s brand new show: Bobby Dazzler on Sunday 15th May 2022 in their own private box.
Prize draw open: 10th - 31st January
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North East Visitors Encouraged Back to Cultural Venues with Exciting 2022 Programme
Museums,Outdoors,Family,Heritage,What's On
Big things are in store for the North East cultural scene next year, with the Lindisfarne Gospels coming to the region, the Hadrian’s Wall 1900 Festival, and The Late Shows making a much-anticipated return after a two-year break.
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FASHION BRAND LAUNCHES FIRST BRICKS AND MORTAR STORE IN SUNDERLAND…
A SUCCESSFUL online fashion brand which now sells its clothing worldwide has opened its first bricks and mortar store in Sunderland. And Lisa Fox, owner and founder of The Fashion Bible, is hoping this will be the first stage in the company’s plans to expand across the UK.
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The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe @ Sunderland Empire: REVIEW
C.S Lewis’ The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe was brought to life in a play adaptation at the Sunderland Empire last night. It was fun, magical and definitely a fantastic way to get into the Christmas spirit.
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SUNDERLAND URGED TO SUPPORT LOCAL TRADERS ON SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY…
SUNDERLAND shoppers are being asked to get behind a national campaign which encourages people to spend locally.
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Durham Cathedral Marks 20 Years as a Harry Potter Filming Location
Museums,Outdoors,Family,Heritage
Tuesday 16 November marks 20 years since the first Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone, was released in cinemas, and as a Harry Potter filming location, Durham Cathedral is inviting visitors to celebrate this milestone anniversary.
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NORTH EAST ENTERTAINMENT AGENCY HELPS TO BOOST MUSICAL CAREERS…
Singer songwriters are being given an opportunity to have an insight into the music industry, thanks to an exciting new programme being launched this month (Nov) by a top North East entertainment agency.
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REVIEW: Dolly Parton's 9 to 5 The Musical @ Sunderland Empire
There were laughs echoing around the Sunderland Empire last night on opening night of Dolly Parton’s 9 to 5 The Musical. A story of sexism, girl power and fierce femininity, it will leave you empowered, enlightened and laughing all the way home!
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THE IMPECCABLE PIG HAS SOMETHING TO SQUEAL ABOUT
WITH NEON LIGHTS, mirrored ceilings and opulent décor, the new rooms at an award winning County Durham hotel are far from ‘boaring’.
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Art Exhibition to Benefit British Wildlife
A preview evening and two-day exhibition of paintings, drawings, prints and bronze sculpture by two renowned wildlife artists is to be held in Northumberland to raise money for the UK's leading wildlife research charity, the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT), as well as Brain Tumour Research and The High Sheriff Awards.
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Louise Redknapp is Back to Business Reprising Her Role as Violet Newstead in the UK Tour of 9 to 5 the Musical
Fresh from dazzling in the West End run of the show, Louise Redknapp will reprise her role as ‘Violet Newstead’ in the forthcoming UK tour of Dolly Parton’s smash-hit 9 TO 5 THE MUSICAL. Leading the way as one of the first full scale musicals to tour the UK in 2021, Louise will appear in the show from Tuesday 9 - Saturday 13 November at the Sunderland Empire.
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Community Fireworks Display Returns to Stanley Dedicated to NHS and Key Workers
Stanley Events are proud to bring back Stanley Fireworks after the disappointment of last year’s event being cancelled due to the Covid pandemic. The community event will take place on Saturday 6th November 2021 and will feature a spectacular fireworks display with an uplifting songs theme. This year the event will be dedicated to NHS and Key Workers for their dedication and hard work throughout the Covid pandemic and for the work they continue to do every day to support their communities.
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SELL OUT SUCCESS PSYCHO PATH ADDS EXTRA DATES
Uncategorized,Outdoors,Adults,What's On
HORROR FANS who missed out on tickets for the North East’s biggest scream park can still get their fear fix this year – as organisers release two final dates this week!
Tickets for the extra dates start at £23 and any children aged 13 to 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. To book, visit https://www.psycho-path.co.uk/
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PREVIEW: Durham Book Festival
Founded in 1990, Durham Book Festival is one of the country’s oldest literary festivals, which traditionally takes place every October in some of Durham’s most impressive historic venues, but this year it will be taking place online due to COVID-19.
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PREVIEW: The Life Centre are over the Moon to safely welcome visitors back to Space Zone!
All the stars of Space Zone are back, including Mission Control; a mock-up of the International Space Station that you can walk around inside; and the digital globe, The Sphere. Younger visitors can also enjoy the show Naughty Monsters Explore the Planets in the North's biggest planetarium (with socially distanced seating, of course).
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PREVIEW: Heritage Open Days 2020
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.
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PREVIEW: Tyne Theatre & Opera House announce a socially distanced show for October 2020
The Tyne Theatre and Opera House have announced their first show with an audience since before lockdown. Comedian Carl Hutchinson will be taking to the Tyne Theatre stage on Saturday 10th October 2020 for an hour of stand-up to a socially distanced audience.
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PREVIEW: THE SOLO COLLECTIVE - DIGITAL PREMIERE
Dance City are inviting you to join them for the premiere of an exciting new digital work on Thursday 27 August. ‘The Solo Collective’, created by their post graduate company The Collective, will be accompanied by an introduction by David Lloyd and a post-show discussion with performers and contributing choreographers led by Dance City’s new Artistic Director and CEO Anand Bhatt. Tickets are free!
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PREVIEW: Know Before You Go...
Many of our tourism and hospitality businesses are now starting to re-open and we are looking forward to welcoming you back to Durham. Businesses across the county have been busy undertaking risk assessments and preparing their premises to ensure that they can welcome you back safely.
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PREVIEW: Virtual Creative Summer Activities Showcasing 'Hidden Bishop Auckland'
In a partnership between Durham County Council’s community arts team and the Bishop Auckland Heritage Action Zone, these five projects come together to make ‘Hidden Bishop Auckland’ which will run online throughout the summer.
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PREVIEW: ONLINE Durham Brass Festival
Durham BRASS will liven up your living room as it moves online for 2020.
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PREVIEW: Virtual Summer In The City 2020
SUMMER IN THE CITY (SITC), Durham’s art, music and theatre festival, has gone digital. A collaboration between Durham University and Durham County Council, this new online platform is presenting a programme of cultural and creative events throughout June for everyone to enjoy from home.
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PREVIEW: When the Birds Sang: Ideas Catcher with The Hullabaloo
The Hullabaloo would like to invite children up to the age of 10 to draw a picture, write a poem, send a few words, or make a video about what they are thinking and how they are feeling to inspire The Hullabaloo to do some brilliant things.
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PREVIEW: Feel connected to Durham Cathedral from your home.
Durham Cathedral is closed in response to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, but, with online resources, you can now feel connected to the Cathedral from your own home!
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PREVIEW: #LoveDurham from your sofa
Enjoy a virtual visit of County Durham from your living room...
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PREVIEW: Bongo’s Bingo announces 6 free shows for NHS staff and emergency workers.
Special shows to take place at Boiler Shop in Newcastle, followed by Content in Liverpool, The Grand in London, The Albert Hall in Manchester, SWG3 in Glasgow and Athena in Leicester later in the year!
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PREVIEW: Tyne Valley Film Festival
Tyne Valley Film Festival is a community programmed film festival. This year we have 30 screenings across 14 unique venues in the Tyne Valley. We are a true celebration of cinema, bringing the magic of film to more people in the Tyne Valley.
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PREVIEW: This is Tomorrow Unveils Friday Line-up for the colossal outdoor 2020 summer gathering
As part of a wave of new announcements, SSD Concerts has today confirmed that English rock duo Royal Blood, Irish post-punk sensations Fontaines D.C. and indie-pop band Blossoms will all perform on the Friday leg of This is Tomorrow Festival 2020 on Tyneside.
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REVIEW: Russian State Ballet of Siberia @ Darlington Hippodrome
One of the great masterpieces of ballet storytelling was performed last night by the critically acclaimed Russian State Ballet of Siberia, at Darlington Hippodrome. Coppelia, a slightly comedic story of jealousy, mistaken identity and love was the perfect introduction to the magical world of ballet.
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PREVIEW: Cinderella @ Sunderland Empire
We are delighted to announce that I’m a Celebrity and Gogglebox star, Scarlett Moffat will be setting up camp in Sunderland this festive season. The much-loved local lass will be stepping into the magical role of Fairy Godmother in the enchanting tale of Cinderella!
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REVIEW: MOTOWN THE MUSICAL
"Wow. Motown the Musical was fantastic at Sunderland Empire last week! It really was one of the most energetic and exciting shows I have seen...."
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PREVIEW: Bongo’s Bingo Newcastle - Thursday Specials (and Halloween Special)
Bongo’s Bingo, the revolutionary party phenomenon, has always been a Newcastle favourite and with all weekend dates now sold out until early December, fans of the event are encouraged to snap up tickets for Thursday shows at Boiler Shop while they still can.
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REVIEW: Educating Rita
A magnetic performance, as fresh, witty and relevant today as it was 35 years ago... Review by Andrew Bramfitt
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REVIEW: Rocky Horror Show @ Theatre Royal Newcastle
For many, many years, Rocky Horror has been synonymous with late night cult, dressing up and Sci-Fi ‘B’ movies, audiences resplendent in their stockings and basques and lead actors trying hard to emulate the perfection that is Tim Curry.
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PREVIEW: MK, SONNY FODERA, LOW STEPPA, ELI BROWN & DJ SKT HEAD UP ‘BEACHJAM’ SUMMER FESTIVAL
BeachJam are pleased to announce the full line up for their inaugural summer festival at Redcar’s stunning Majuba Beach on Saturday 3rd August, with internationally renowned DJ & chart-topping producer; MK is set to headline their debut event.
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PREVIEW: Seaham Food Festival
The new Seaham Food Festival will be coming to the coast on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 June 2019.
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PREVIEW: Beer, bites and bingo with a twist at Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Outdoors,Food and drink,What's On
A series of workshops will serve as the perfect accompaniment to a County Durham food festival’s tempting line-up this spring.
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PREVIEW: EDINBURGH’S DETECTIVE REBUS TO COME OUT OF RETIREMENT ON THEATRE ROYAL STAGE
Edinburgh’s most famous sleuth - Inspector John Rebus, the legendary creation of crime fiction supremo Ian Rankin, will be brought to vivid life on the Theatre Royal stage for the first time ever, 25 Feb – 2 Mar 2019.
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PREVIEW: SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED! MOTOWN THE MUSICAL MAKES NORTH EAST DEBUT AS TAMLA MOTOWN CELEBRATES 60th BIRTHDAY
On Saturday 12th January, Motown - the musical genre that inspired a whole generation and (literally) rocked the world turned 60. To celebrate, in June, Berry Gordy’s own Tomy Award-winning Motown the Musical will make its North East debut on the Theatre Royal stage.
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PREVIEW: THRILLS, SPILLS AND EPIC ROMANCE - THEATRE ROYAL ANNOUNCES TANTALIZING NEW SEASON
Racial injustice in the Deep South, murder on the streets of Edinburgh, an epic wartime love story on a Greek island and a creepy mansion with a rock and roll party in full swing – Newcastle Theatre Royal has it all in its Spring/Summer ‘19 season, recently announced.
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REVIEW: Peter Pan @ Sunderland Empire
This year’s festive panto at Sunderland Empire is definitely one every family in the North East should see! Alongside the great story, all the kids loved their singalongs and there was plenty of hilarious puns and jokes for the parents....
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PREVIEW: Christmas at The Bowes Museum
The Bowes Museum and grounds are once again set to come alive with the sights, sounds and aromas of the annual Christmas Market with a chance to meet Santa and complete the magic of Christmas with an early present.
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PREVIEW: Woodhorn Museum to Glow during the winter months
Woodhorn Museum’s seasonal exhibition, Coal Forest, moves from autumn to winter from 1 December with the arrival of Glow; a season of festive events, story-telling, ice skating and family arts activities throughout the deepest winter months.
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REVIEW: PizzaStorm @ Eldon Square, Newcastle
Reviewing the new menu!
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PREVIEW: HORRIBLE HISTORIES CELEBRATES 25 YEARS OF FOUL FACTS WITH A VISIT TO SUNDERLAND EMPIRE THIS NOVEMBER!
Those Terrible Tudors and Awful Egyptians are heading for Sunderland Empire, 21 – 24 November 2018 with two hilarious shows featuring eye-popping 3D special effects!
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PREVIEW: THRILLS, SPILLS AND EPIC ROMANCE - THEATRE ROYAL ANNOUNCES TANTALIZING NEW SEASON
Racial injustice in the Deep South, murder on the streets of Edinburgh, an epic wartime love story on a Greek island and a creepy mansion with a rock and roll party in full swing – Newcastle Theatre Royal has it all in its Spring/Summer ‘19 season, announced today.
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PREVIEW: Halloween-themed half term planned at Woodhorn Museum
Spooky story telling, a hidden pumpkin trail, and spectacular bird of prey displays are just some of the events taking place at Woodhorn Museum this October half term as part of its Halloween-themed Let Go autumn season.
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PREVIEW: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL BRINGS ‘OVO’ TO ARENAS ACROSS THE UK
Cirque du Soleil is delighted to announce a brand-new UK arena tour with OVO. This summer OVO, a celebration of nature and co-existence will bring its fun-filled production for the whole family to arenas around the country.
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REVIEW: The BFG in Pictures
If you ask anyone to recount their stories of reading books as a child, chances are they’ll mention Roald Dahl. I mean, everyone’s read at least one of his books. But there’s always been one in particular that has captured the hearts of literary lovers far and wide; The BFG of course...
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PREVIEW: PRIDE WEEKEND
A PACKED musical line-up has been revealed for one of the UK’s largest, free LGBT festivals later this month.
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PREVIEW: Middlesbrough Town Hall to launch Orange Pip Kitchen with award-winning restaurateur, Luke Harding, at the helm
Middlesbrough’s most popular food market teams up with The Waiting Room, in brand-new venture – bringing contemporary vegetarian fare to Middlesbrough Town Hall
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REVIEW: Sunday Dinner @ The Wellington Restaurant – Wynyard Hall.
Fantastic review by Gemma Corking about her experience of Sunday Lunch at Wynyard Hall, includes yummy veg and tempting desserts....
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PREVIEW: In celebration of International World Heritage Day, Durham Cathedral holds a special Giving Day
To mark International World Heritage Day 2018, Durham Cathedral is holding a special Giving Day to raise awareness and important funds to help maintain and conserve this Grade 1 listed Scheduled Ancient Monument and UNESCO World Heritage Site for generations to come.
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REVIEW: Sunday Lunch at Wynyard Hall
Fantastic review of whats on offer for Sunday Lunch at Wynyard Hall, from starters to desserts....
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PREVIEW: Rebecca Ferguson @ Tyne Theatre & Opera House
After coming runner-up on the seventh series of UK’s The X Factor, Rebecca Ferguson has not been short of success since her first appearance on the reality TV show in 2010...
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PREVIEW: TONIGHT - Breaking Down The Barriers North East Festival Unveils New Live Music Campaign For Disabled Musicians
The region's “festival for everyone” and UK leader for disabled access has united with its partners and the much loved independent music venue The Cluny to roll out a new live music initiative in the region.
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NT Live Hamlet @ The Gala Theatre
Shakespeare’s 400-year-old tragedy was given a new lease of life once more in 2015. The most highly anticipated production of Hamlet this side of the 17th century had none other than Sherlock himself, Benedict Cumberbatch at the helm and encompassing the eponymous role. But was this match to be? That really is the question.
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PREVIEW-Bite Sized Opera Packs a Punch this Autumn
Opera North is bringing six short operas to Newcastle Theatre Royal in November, brief in length but breathtakingly big on emotion and perfect for the uninitiated. Catch the Little Greats season 8 - 11 November 2017 and be swept away.
Award-winning Opera North’s season of brand new productions offers six powerful operatic experiences in miniature. Love and hate, joy and sadness, courage and fear, trust and jealousy, kindness and cruelty – this is an opera season like no other.
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PREVIEW: 1940s Canteen Party @ Life Science Centre
Step back in time for a party like no other!
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REVIEW: Wilderness Way @ mima, Middlesbrough
Sarah Burgess of Cuckoo Review discovered a fascinating exhibition looking into a specific area of Margaret Thatcher’s leadership.
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REVIEW: The Clockwork Garden @ The Bowes Museum
Sarah Burgess went to check out the interactive exhibition from House of Fairy Tales.
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REVIEW: Lunch @ Oven Restaurant, Darlington
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious discovered a dinnertime delight.
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REVIEW: A Judgement In Stone @ Theatre Royal, Newcastle
Carla Melaco of Cuckoo Review was transported back in time 40 years, but found Ruth Rendell’s mystery to be pertinent to today.
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REVIEW: Dunkirk @ Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle
As good as Christopher Nolan’s finest? Simon Ramshaw of Cuckoo Review went to find out.
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REVIEW: Tipsy Tea @ 97 & Social, Newcastle
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious checked out a twist on Afternoon Tea in Jesmond.
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REVIEW: The Smokehouse, Bishop Auckland
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious discovered an unassuming meat-lover’s heaven.
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REVIEW: Gin Festival @ Wynyard Hall
Laura Brown sampled delights both familiar and unusual with some incredibly knowledgeable experts
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REVIEW: The Stonebridge Inn, Durham
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious enjoyed a proper good Sunday Lunch.
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REVIEW: Josephine Bowes: A Woman of Taste and Influence @ The Bowes Museum
Roisin Corbett of Cuckoo Review discovered more about the museum’s founder.
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REVIEW: Marco Pierre White Bar & Grill, Newcastle
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious discovered there was more to MPW than just steaks.
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REVIEW: The Curious Incident of the Dog In The Night-Time @ Theatre Royal Newcastle
Roisin Corbett of Cuckoo Review is hard pushed to think of a better production.
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REVIEW: Afternoon Tea @ Wynyard Hall
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown tested the sweet and savoury delights of Wynyard's traditional PM tea. And a dippy egg.
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REVIEW: The Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize @ Sunderland Museum & Winter Garden
Faye Atkinson of Cuckoo Review discovered some fascinating work centring on faces from all walks of life.
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REVIEW: Russell Kane @ Tyne Theatre & Opera House
Sophie Smith of Cuckoo Review was bowled over by the comedian’s engaging, witty and thoughtful show.
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REVIEW: Best of British Spring Fayre @ Wynyard Hall
Outdoors,Food and drink,Family,Proper Scrumptious
From amazing food and drink to top quality entertainment, Laura Brown checked out what was on offer.
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REVIEW: Mixtape @ The Dun Cow, Sunderland
Georgia Knight of Cuckoo Review left on a high as the unique musical theatre show temporarily relocated to Wearside.
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REVIEW: Mad Max: Fury Road (Black & Chrome Edition) @ Tyneside Cinema
Josh Teggert of Cuckoo Review investigates what a change in palette does for the critically-acclaimed action film.
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REVIEW: The Garden House Inn, Durham
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown of Proper Scrumptious might have discovered her new favourite Durham eatery…
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REVIEW: A Machine They’re Secretly Building @ Northern Stage
Roisin Corbett of Cuckoo Review checked out the artistic look at surveillance through the ages.
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REVIEW: Kieran Hurley: Heads Up @ Northern Stage, Newcastle
Cuckoo Review’s Antonia Cundy discovers Hurley’s theatrical apocalypse.
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REVIEW: Miller & Carter, Newcastle
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Proper Scrumptious' Laura Brown went all out for a Mother's Day treat and the steakhouse certainly delivered.
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REVIEW: Snake In The Grass @ The People's Theatre
Some unique twists kept Cuckoo Review's Jowita Krasik intrigued at this new production at the Newcastle-based theatre.
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REVIEW: Rodney Graham @ BALTIC, Gateshead
Andrew Bailes of Cuckoo Review explores the fascinating wealth of work from the Canadian-born contemporary artist and musician.
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REVIEW: Tapas Revolution @ Eldon Square, Newcastle
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown really did discover a revolution in Spanish food and drink!
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REVIEW: Holmes and Watson: The Farewell Tour @ The Customs House, South Shields
Chloe Allan of Cuckoo Review went super-sleuthing and found a must for all Holmes fans.
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REVIEW: Brick History @ Life Science Centre
Georgia Knight of Cuckoo Review checked out Life's depiction of historical events.... entirely in LEGO!
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REVIEW: Manny's Pizza Deli, Newcastle
Food and drink,Proper Scrumptious
Laura Brown indulged in pizza utopia from the Ridley Street joint.
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REVIEW: Hysteria @ Gala Theatre & Cinema
Gemma Corking of Cuckoo Review revelled in this surprisingly funny and ingenious take on Sigmund Freud's work and mental health.
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REVIEW: Lord of the Flies @ The People’s Theatre, Newcastle
James Inkster of Cuckoo Review assesses a thought-provoking take on William Golding's classic tale.
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REVIEW: Moonlight @ Tyneside Cinema
Tom Cooney of Cuckoo Review gives his verdict on the winner of this year's Academy Award for Best Picture.
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REVIEW: Toni Erdmann @ Tyneside Cinema
The day after an American remake was announced, Simon Ramshaw saw the singularly German comedy Toni Erdmann for Cuckoo Review.
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Tapas Revolution comes to Newcastle this month!
Spanish TV chef Omar Allibhoy - "the Antonio Banderas of cooking" - is bringing his restaurant to Eldon Square.
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Get 10% off at Nudo Sushi Box when you register online now
If you live in the NE1-NE8 areas you could get a nice little discount from the mouth-watering sushi joint...
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10 FREE Heritage Open Day Highlights
Museums,Outdoors,Science,Adults,Music,Food and drink,Family,Heritage,What's On
From 8 -11 September 2016, thousands of volunteers across the country invite you to experience local history, architecture and culture. All for free. We've trawled the list of all 359 events taking place in the north east and picked out 10 stand out things to do.
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Cluedunnit? @ The Undercroft Restaurant, Durham Cathedral
On a clear spring evening, deep in the crypts of Durham Cathedral, the aftermath of a horrific act of multiple murder unfolded in front of us.
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Bright Club Newcastle @ The Stand Comedy Club
The recent news that the NERC are wavering on naming their shiny new research vessel RSS Boaty McBoatface may have given the impression that scientists can't take a joke. Bright Club proved however, from this sample size at least, that they can certainly dish them out.
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Peppa Pig’s Surprise @ Darlington Civic Theatre
As soon as children hear the distinct ‘Peppa Pig *snort*’ theme tune on the television, it sends them stir crazy with anticipation of the latest episode and the Peppa Pig live show at Darlington Civic Theatre at the weekend was no exception.
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