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Ushaw is a place where wonder, curiosity & amazement collide. Our arts, heritage and events venue is waiting for you to escape the everyday, stop the world for a while and be surprised.
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Editions 2026Daily
Ushaw Editions 2026 is an exhibition of new prints produced by contemporary artists Lucille Clerc and Oona Hyland. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DW150 Years of Wedding DressesDaily
A new exhibition of over 70 wedding dresses dating from the 19th century to today. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWBare BonesDaily
A family friendly interactive exhibition that explores the fascinating World of animal skeletons. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWFriday MassRepeating Event
At the heart of Ushaw’s faith programme is the weekly Mass, which is held at 12.30pm every Friday. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWSinging BunniesWeekly
Enjoy our fun filled music class for all under 5s and their grown ups. Sing, dance, shake, rattle and bang along with talented local musician Rachel Purcell. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWHouse & Chapels TourRepeating Event
Come and discover Ushaw, enjoy stories of our rich history and heritage in a House & Chapels Tour! ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Historic House parkrunRepeating Event
A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it’s up to you! Find out more at: https://www.parkrun.org.uk/ushawhistorichouse/ ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWExtinctionDaily
Extinction affects us all and one in ten of our wildlife in the UK is critically endangered. Scientists have identified five periods of mass extinction over the geological record and the question is now being asked: are we in a sixth? ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWSaturday Young StitchersRepeating Event
Saturday Young Stitchers welcomes all abilities to hone their skills with the support of very experienced and skilled members of the 'Take a Stitch 2 Durham' group. ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWGentle Steps by ThriveWeekly
Joining one of our Gentle Steps to Walking sessions is a great first step to a more active lifestyle. ...
Open Prayer in St. Cuthbert’s ChapelWeekly
St. Cuthbert’s Chapel is now open for silent prayer every Tuesday morning from 9.30am to 10am. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWVolunteer Taster Days at UshawRepeating Event
A taster day, where you can get a feel for our volunteer and community events programme! ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWCouch to 5K by ThriveWeekly
Couch to 5K is for everyone, whether you have never run before, or you want to back into being more active. In just 10 weeks it is an easy way to get fitter, happier and healthier. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWThe Conversation RoomRepeating Event
Step into Ushaw and join us for The Conversation Room – a new series of inspiring, thought-provoking talks designed to spark curiosity, invite reflection, and ignite meaningful discussion. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWForget Me Notes ChoirWeekly
Join our friendly and informal choir led by professional musician Bethany Elen Coyle. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWThe Wedding Walk – 150 Years of Wedding DressesRepeating Event
The wedding dress fashion show is a special, exclusive event to compliment our wedding dress exhibition. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWSnapshot
Snapshot focuses on both the general and local history of photography. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWMusic for a Summer Evening – St Andrew’s Operatic Society
St Andrew’s Operatic Society presents Music For A Summer Evening in the atmospheric surroundings of St Cuthbert’s Chapel on Saturday 27 June 2026. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWTea Dance at UshawRepeating Event
"Come Dancing" with Dianne Ross Dance Academy this Summer at Ushaw in our beautiful Refectory. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWBoundless BooksRepeating Event
Start your weekend early with the monthly Boundless Books club ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWDiscover Big LibraryRepeating Event
Ushaw’s Big Library contains over 50,000 books including unique early manuscripts and rare first editions. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWSummer Art Craft FairRepeating Event
A stunning Summer celebration of the North East's seasoned and exciting rising artistic talent! ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Chapel Choir: All Seems Beautiful
Join us on Saturday 11 July, as Ushaw Chapel Choir returns to the beautiful St Cuthbert’s Chapel for their annual summer concert. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWSung Vespers (Evening Prayer)Repeating Event
Please join us for Sung Vespers in St. Cuthbert's Chapel. ...
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWTreasures of Ushaw: A Library ExperienceRepeating Event
Enjoy special access to the magnificent Big Library, a breathtaking space designed by Joseph Hansom, followed by a curated viewing of up to 20 fascinating books and archival treasures. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWNorth East Gospel Choir
The North East Gospel Choir is a non-auditioned community choir of around 60 members. Come along and enjoy Gospel music in the beautiful surroundings of St Cuthbert’s Chapel at 1pm. ...
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWDinosaur TakeoverDaily
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure as Ushaw Historic House is taken over by dinosaurs for one unforgettable weekend! ...
Exhibition Theatre
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWAlba Nova
Live music from Spanish guitarist Jonathan Parkin. ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWRock Choir
On Sunday 16 August, the stunning vocal arrangements of the North East’s biggest choir, Rock Choir take to our Rose Garden. Rock Choir, described as being the UK’s original, and the world’s largest contemporary choir. It holds three Guinness World Records – ‘biggest hit act in the UK’, ‘largest musical act to release an album’ […] ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Classic Car & Bike Show
Ushaw Classic Car Show returns for the second time of 2025 Sunday 30 August, with a day of vintage vehicles, live music & food. ...
Exhibition Theatre
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWWallace & Gromit in Concert
Experience a unique family-friendly event at Ushaw Historic House, where the charm and humour of Wallace & Gromit are combined with the rich sound of live brass music performed by Bearpark and Esh Colliery Brass Band. ...
Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Flower FestivalRepeating Event
At the Ushaw Flower Festival, flower arrangers, flower clubs and florists, have all come together to create a fantastic array of displays. ...
Gardens & Grounds
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWAutumn Specialist Plant and Garden Fair
On Saturday 12 September, Ushaw hosts its first ever Autumn Specialist Plant & Garden Fair, welcoming a carefully curated group of specialist plant nurseries to the grounds. This is a rare opportunity to meet passionate growers, get expert advice, and discover unusual, hard-to-find plants you won’t see on the high street. The fair takes place […] ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWDurham Brick ShowRepeating Event
Feast your eyes on a fantastic array of intricate LEGO®️ creations at the Durham Brick Show. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWUshaw Proms
Experience the tradition and grandeur of The Last Night of the Proms in the breathtaking St Cuthbert’s Chapel. ...
St Cuthbert's Chapel
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWRemembrance Concert
Set in St Cuthbert's Chapel, the evening features the voices of Ushaw Chapel Choir alongside the evocative sound of Bearpark & Esh Colliery Brass Band. ...
Ushaw Historic House
Ushaw, Durham, DH7 7DWLubaina Himid and Rebecca ChesneyDaily
New work by Lubaina Himid and Rebecca Chesney. Some of the pieces will be preparatory and contextual works relating to the planned outdoor art project. ...
