Local Events
An exciting calendar of events across
the North of England & South of Scotland
From time-honoured Borders traditions to coastal festivals and major sports championships – our corner of the country is home to a richly varied events calendar that unfolds throughout the year.
Whether you find yourself drawn to the spectacle of a Common Riding, the atmosphere of a summer music festival, or the simple pleasures of a country show, browse our list of highlights which offer a wonderful way to experience the character and community of the places during your escape with us.
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Peter Rabbit: Tales on the Tyne
Wednesday 15 July 2026 to Saturday 12 September 2026
Lammermuir Festival
Tuesday 8 September 2026 to Sunday 20 September 2026
A celebrated classical music festival held across East Lothian Each September, the Lammermuir Festival brings outstanding classical music performances to some of East Lothian’s most…
Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage
Friday 11 September 2026 from 10:00AM until 5:30PM
Saturday 12 September 2026 from 10:00AM until 5:30PM
A weekend for art and music lovers on the Yorkshire Coast The Staithes Festival of Arts & Heritage transforms Staithes into a haven for art…
Kynren: An Epic Tale of England
Saturday 12 September 2026 from 9:15PM until 10:45PM
On selected evenings from July to September 2026, the award-winning Kynren unfolds in Bishop Auckland, County Durham. This spectacular open-air live show portrays 2,000 years…
World Sheep Dog Trials
Wednesday 16 September 2026 to Sunday 20 September 2026
From 16 – 20 September 2026, the remarkable World Sheepdog Trials bring competitors from across the globe together for a celebration of rural skill and…
Makers Market - Archerfield Walled Garden
Saturday 26 September 2026 from 11:00 AM until 6:00 PM
A makers market at Archerfield Walled Garden On 26 September 2026, the Makers Market comes to Archerfield Walled Garden in the Barn at Archerfield with…
Malton Artisan Market by Little Bird
Saturday 26 September 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Saturday 24 October 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
Saturday 21 November 2026 from 10:00 AM until 3:00 PM
More dates available
The monthly Malton Artisan Market by Little Bird is held in the town Market Place showcasing local talent, artisans and small creative pop-ups from the…
Masham Sheep Fair
Saturday 26 September 2026
Sunday 27 September 2026
The Masham Sheep Fair remains a cornerstone of the agricultural year with this year’s fair held from 26 – 27 September 2026. Held every autumn,…
Kelso Farmers' Market
Saturday 26 September 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
Saturday 24 October 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
Saturday 28 November 2026 from 9:30 AM until 4:30 PM
More dates available
Held on the last Saturday of every month, the Kelso Farmers’ Market is set in the handsome cobbled square of Kelso, celebrating the produce and…
The Famous Scarycrow Trail
Thursday 1 October 2026 to Friday 30 October 2026
Throughout October 2026, the Ford & Etal Estates host the wonderfully creative Ford & Etal Scarycrow Trail. Dozens of imaginative scarecrow displays appear along walking…
South of Scotland Dark Sky Festival
Friday 9 October 2026 to Sunday 18 October 2026
Celebrate the wonder of the South of Scotland’s dark skies The South of Scotland Dark Sky Festival offers a wonderful opportunity to experience some of…
Filey Food Festival
Saturday 10 October 2026 from 10:00 AM until 5:00 PM
Sunday 11 October 2026 from 10:00 AM until 4:00 PM
The Filey Food Festival is held four times a year hosted by the Evron Centre. Held along Filey Bay’s picturesque seafront, the festival combines coastal…
Harvest Festival Wild Swimming Weekend
Saturday 10 October 2026 to Monday 12 October 2026
From 10 – 12 October 2026, Take to the Water hosts the invigorating Harvest Festival Wild Swimming Weekend, celebrating outdoor adventure in the Tweed Valley.…
Dark Skies at Kailzie Estate
Friday 16 October 2026 from 7:00 PM until 9:00PM
An evening of stargazing in the heart of the Tweed Valley Spend an unforgettable evening beneath the stars at Kailzie Estate near Peebles, where the…
Dark Skies Fringe Festival
Friday 23 October 2026 to Saturday 31 October 2026
Experience England’s darkest skies From 23 October – 1 November 2026, the North York Moors National Park hosts the magical Dark Skies Fringe Festival. Guided…
Berwick Whisky Festival
Saturday 31 October 2026 from 1:00 PM until 5:00 PM
Whisky tastings and discovery in Berwick-upon-Tweed Berwick Whisky Festival brings whisky lovers together in Berwick-upon-Tweed for a day of tastings, conversation and discovery. Visitors can…
Forage Winter Market 2026
Saturday 7 November 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Sunday 8 November 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Independent makers and winter shopping From 7 – 8 November 2026, Forage Winter Market at Rigg & Furrow in Morpeth returns with a carefully curated…
Forage Christmas Market 2026
Saturday 5 December 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Sunday 6 December 2026 from 12:00PM until 5:00PM
Festive gifts and independent makers From 5 – 6 December 2026, Forage Christmas Market at Rigg & Furrow in Morpeth offers a festive weekend of…
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6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 Staithes Festival of Arts & ... | 12 Staithes Festival of Arts & ... |
13 | 14 | 15 | 16 World Sheep Dog Trials | 17 World Sheep Dog Trials | 18 World Sheep Dog Trials | 19 World Sheep Dog Trials |
20 World Sheep Dog Trials | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 Makers Market - Archerfield Wall... |
27 Masham Sheep Fair | 28 | 29 | 30 |
