August Bank Holiday 2022: 5 things to do near the North East

So you know what’s happening in and around the North East, we’ve put together a list of some of the events and activities going on to keep you occupied.

You can also take a look at the Northern Echo Local Events Page to stay in the loop.

Bank Holidays to look forward to in 2022

What’s on in the North East this Bank Holiday weekend?

Here’s a round-up of some of the events happening near the North East between Friday, August 26 and the Bank Holiday Monday, August 29.

Little Bird Artisan Market

Take a trip to Ripon to enjoy a unique outdoor shopping experience, bringing together a wide variety of Artisan Traders, all selling beautiful handmade goods and locally grown/made produce. From jewellery, crafts, art, candles, skincare, and homeware to local alcohol, cheese, bread, cakes, jams & pickles. There's even live music and a variety of hot and cold street vendors to enjoy. Find out more about the market via the website. 

Head of Steam-Darlington Railway Museum

Take a journey through British railway history at Head of Steam - Darlington Railway Museum where you can imagine what train travel was like in Victorian times. You can explore the booking office, the platform and its original footbridge, and even the Victorian toilets. The museum is perfect for everyone and has a great activity room for kids too. Find out more via the website. 

Adventure Valley Golf

Try your hand at golf at the Adventure Valley Golf in Durham. Boasting bold western scenery and even a waterfall, the whole family will love the day out. You can choose to visit the whole park or just play golf, with an 18-hole round course costing £4 per person. Find out more via the website. 

Summertime Live Newcastle

Party the bank holiday away with classic Ibiza who is back with a huge headline performance and a brand new set of your favourite dance anthems performed live by a 32-piece orchestra. The event is always smash filled with DJs, live mingling entertainers, glitter makeup stalls and plenty of bars and street vendors. Find out more via the website. 

Barnard Castle

Visit the historic landmark and explore the famous castle that has stunning over the Tees Gorge and more. You can even visit the marker town nearby known as 'Barney' and bring a picnic along for the family to enjoy. Plus you can try and Richard III boar emblem carved above a window in the inner ward or play on our extensive lawns planted with sapling fruit trees. Find out more on the website. 

What's on in Watford. (Image: Newsquest)