FOR MUSIC…
24 JANUARY
The world’s most iconic folk rock group is back and in the North East this Wednesday for The Simon & Garfunkel Story. Relive their journey with a time capsule of contemporary newsreels, adverts and film footage from the 1960s and beyond. Enjoy a night of travelling back through their iconic road to worldwide stardom at the Sage.
FOR FAMILY…
THROUGHOUT THE WEEK
Pop to Preston Park Museum & Grounds this week and walk through history in LEGO bricks. Brick History offers a whistle-stop tour of the last 13.8 billion years – from the Big Bang all the way through to the 21st century. You’ll find this family-friendly showcase in the Preston Park’s Music Room until 4th February 2018, 10am – 4pm.
FOR FOOD…
26 JANUARY
There’s a proper Scottish party going down at the Life Science Centre this Friday and you are all invited! Celebrate Burns Night in the traditional way with a wee dram of whisky, some delicious canapés and finish off with a sumptuous serving of haggis, neeps and tatties. Tastebuds truly satisfied, it’s time to take to the dancefloor with your best ceilidh dancing with the Angles of the North band. Bonnie lasses and lads – get down for a night of feel-good fun – kilts encouraged!
FOR THEATRE…
25 JANUARY
Join Dave Spikey at the Gala Theatre in Durham for a night of down to earth comedy. Celebrate 30 years of his presence on stage, making audiences all over the globe laugh out loud. The tour will look back on his remarkable life and journey from biomedical scientist to funny-man and everything in between. The much-loved comedy star and writer has many big names under his belt having worked on; Phoenix Nights, 8 Out of 10 Cats, Bullseye, Dead Man Weds, Magnolia, The Royal Variety Show, Parkinson and many more.
FOR SHOPPING…
26 JANUARY
Get that feel-good, Friday feeling and stock up on local food at Alnwick Farmers’ Market. Wrap up warm and browse this quaint Northumbrian market where you’ll find local specialities, artisan cheese, home baked cakes and pies, fresh bread and all your fruit and veg favourites. And with Valentine’s Day just around the corner – you can pick up some quality crafts and vintage gifts for a loved one.
