‘ you have to be a mini actor. If the figure is to walk jauntily with its nose in the air, you have to imagine what that feels like. You […]

To celebrate 1,900 years since the building of Hadrian’s Wall, venues all across the North along the whole length of the wall will be hosting a variety of events and […]

This is a curated virtual exhibition celebrating emerging artists from the BA Fine Art graduating class of 2021. It gives our visitors another chance to see some of the artwork […]

Sit-in #2: To Be Potential. An interactive exhibition examining and art education, in partnership with Cooper Gallery The Ignorant Art School: Five Sit-ins Towards Creative Emancipation is a contemporary art exhibition […]

Daughters of the Soil is the culmination of twelve months research by documentary photographer Joanne Coates into the role of women in agriculture in Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. The […]

As the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill reaches its final stages in parliament, ‘Kill the Bill’ protestors continue to take to the streets, condemning it as an attack on […]

A captivating new exhibition that documents the fast-paced world of photojournalism opens at Hartlepool Art Gallery this May. British documentary and editorial photojournalist Mark Pinder has been at the forefront […]

HRH Queen Elizabeth II has already made history for many reasons – not least by cementing her status as Britain’s longest-reigning monarch with her Platinum Jubilee at the beginning of […]

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the ambitious, Dumfries-based art and craft development organisation, Upland. To celebrate, they’re bringing a bold and diverse range of fine art and contemporary […]

Good Habits, Ceitidh Mac, Naomi Carole, Sound System, Nadedja, Northering… in a world where international music festivals are dominated by male headliners, Women Are Mint is like a balm to […]

Multi-award winning musical comedy duo (and sisters) Flo & Joan are climbing out of their pits, armed with a piano and percussion section to bring you a brand new show of their critically […]

A night dedicated to worshipping at the altar of Taylor Swift: non-stop Swifty all night: deep cuts, extended mixes, fan favourites and all the hits. Do you have a Blank […]

Since its premiere, Michael Flatley's Lord Of The Dance has visited over 1000 venues worldwide and been seen by over 60 million people in 60 different countries – making it one of […]

He’s gone from local lad to local hero in record time, thanks to his ‘music that punches the air and the gut’ (The Guardian). But now we’ve got the chance […]

The hilarious Sarah Millican is back on tour with a Bobby Dazzler of a new stand-up show. In this, her sixth international tour, you’ll learn about what happens when your mouth […]

L.K.Bennett will be showcasing their Spring/Summer 2022, ready to wear collection from 2pm on Thursday 26th May in the Grantley Suite at Yorkshire's superlative country house hotel, Grantley Hall. Tea and […]

Live Theatre launches its new season with an explosive world premiere stage adaptation of a film described by the New York Times as ‘a joyous heart-swelling story of youthful rebellion’. It’s […]

On May 28th, 2022, over 60 of the hottest new music acts will descend on Newcastle's coastline, creating a trail of MUST SEE talent spanning Tynemouth to North Shields! All […]

‘Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery…all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts…’ – so begins the international, multi-award-winning musical, Chicago. Starring TV personality Gemma ‘The GC’ Collins, […]

House of Barefoot brings an abundance of talent to the North East in 2022. With some of the world's most sought-after DJs all playing extended sets – including John Digweed, […]

Under the rock 'n' roll Big Top at Newcastle’s newest festival will be Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds, The Charlatans, Andrew Cushin, The Libertines, Years & Years and L Devine.

With a fabulous line-up of artists to bring you the very best of the '80s, and an action-packed day of general '80s-themed madness, there is plenty to do for everyone […]

On Wednesday 15th June, Grantley Hall will be hosting the next in the series of events they're holding with celebrity floral designer, Jonathan Moseley – the Summer Floral Masterclass. With […]

After a two year break due to Covid, Blyth beach will once again be transformed this summer into the county’s largest, free family festival, as Blyth Live Festival brings one […]

Party until the sun goes down, Ibiza style, in The Orchard at Grantley Hall. Head to the hotel from 7pm for an Ibiza-themed party like no other, in association with […]

Following on from the release of his long-awaited second album, Life By Misadventure – his first full-length since the ground-breaking and award-winning 2017 debut Human – Rag’n’Bone Man is back with a […]

This special evening at Grantley Hall begins at 9pm on Friday 1st July, as the doors to the hotel's glamourous, late-night Champagne & Cocktail Bar open for the Cointreau Rendezvous […]

Arrive at Grantley Hall for a Moët & Chandon Champagne Reception on the Grantley Suite Terrace at midday, followed by a three-course lunch in the Grantley Suite (served at 12:30pm) […]

Keane, Lighthouse Family, Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Newton Faulkner are all set to perform across this now-legendary weekend of music set in the seaside shadows of Tynemouth Priory.

At the Pop & Dance Day on 9th July, expect to find cheesy chartopper Steps, Aqua and Vengaboys, while the Rock & Indie Weekend across the 15th and 16th July will host UB40, […]

Durham Brass Festival is an eclectic, vibrant and colourful celebration of brass music in all its forms – artistically excellent, rooted in our communities, and welcoming to everyone. Taking inspiration […]

During three months of entertainment at South Shields' seafront, the famous, fabulous, FREE Sunday Concerts are back across four weekends! Will Young, Ella Henderson, and Shalamar and The Fizz will […]

Dodgy tops the bill at one of Northumberland’s most popular free festivals, while The Straits promise all the hits of Dire Straits and S Club Allstars will give us all […]

This fantastic location on the North East coastline will be home to Clubland’s biggest line up yet! Including headliner Basshunter, who will be lighting up the main stage performing all […]

Chasing Mumford, UK Chilli Peppers, The National Anthems and Percy & the Piglets will be getting everyone on their feet and dancing away at this family favourite. Chasing Mumford, UK […]

Dominion Festival is a brand new, 3-day festival showcasing metal, heavy metal and hard rock bands, set in the stunning surroundings of Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens in County […]

Black Eyed Peas give us a healthy dose of throwback hits, while AJ Tracey, Clean Bandit, Example, Joel Corry, Jonas Blue and Sigala will all be bringing the beats to […]

Jack Savoretti, Kaiser Chiefs, Deacon Blue are the names you’ll recognise here, while you should be sure to catch Big Society and Tide Lines, too.

A weekend of music and camping at a lovely farm in rural Northumberland. The bands are the best of the North's original music producers, highlighting the songwriting and talent we […]

Big hitters here include Stereophonics, Jake Bugg, The Specials, Becky Hill, The Proclaimers and Ella Eyre. Keep your ears out for Elizabeth Liddle, Hayley McKay and Faye Fantarrow, too.

Anyone born in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s is going to LOVE this. Think Cascada, Boyzlife, Fatman Scoop, S Club, Micky Modelle, Vengaboys, Five, Liberty X, Blazin Squad, N-Trance, […]

In September 2022, the ultimate end-of-summer party festival will be back for it’s seventh year of music, magic and mayhem on the spectacular Northumberland coast. Less than an hour away […]