What's On at Gibside
If you see an event that you're interested in, please click on the event title. There will be extra information and guidance on if you need to book, how much the event is and any extra bits and bobs. If you require more help, please give us a ring on 01207 541820.
Mrs Claus' Christmas Trail
Follow a self-led trail through the gardens to find out all the things Mrs Claus has been doing to help Father Christmas get ready for his trip around the world on Christmas Eve.
Mon 17 Dec 2018
+ 6 other dates
10:00-15:30
History tour
Join a history tour to hear all about Gibside and how it came to be.
Mon 17 Dec 2018
+ 162 other dates
11:30-12:00
+ other times
Sold out: Carols by candlelight with The North East Gospel Choir
Get in a Christmassy mood with the North East Gospel Choir with a candle lit concert in our Palladian Chapel.
Tue 18 Dec 2018
19:00-21:00
Father Christmas
Father Christmas has made a special visit to Gibside. Visit him in his cosy Grotto for a pre-Christmas treat.
Wed 19 Dec 2018
+ 3 other dates
10:30-15:30
Health Walk
It's been proven that getting outdoors for a relaxing stroll can improve your health and wellbeing. So how about joining in a Health Walk every Wednesday from 11am.
Wed 19 Dec 2018
+ 14 other dates
11:00-12:00
Gibside Sewing Group
Whether you are new to sewing or have been doing it as long as you can remember, the Gibside Sewing Group meet weekly and everyone is welcome.
Thu 20 Dec 2018
+ 52 other dates
10:30-12:30
parkrun
Whether you're new to running, a youngster or an Olympic athlete, all runners are welcome at Gibside parkrun, a free 5km timed run every Saturday at 9am.
Sat 22 Dec 2018
+ 53 other dates
09:00-10:00
Sold out: Father Christmas by Twilight
Father Christmas has made a special visit to Gibside. Visit him in his cosy Grotto for a pre-Christmas treat.
Sat 22 Dec 2018
18:00-20:00
The Nights before Christmas
SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER CANCELLED DUE TO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS: Snuggle up next to the wood braziers, indulge in some tasty street food and hear live music, the perfect way to unwind and get in the festive mood.
Sat 22 Dec 2018
18:00-21:00
Great Run Local
Gibside is delighted to host Great Run Local who organise free weekly 2km and 5km timed runs that are open to everyone and are safe and easy to take part in.
Sun 23 Dec 2018
+ 53 other dates
09:15-10:15
Winter nature trail
Wrap up warm and let's set off on a winter adventure. There are still lots of things to see and do at Gibside during January and February that will have the whole family involved.
Wed 26 Dec 2018
+ 37 other dates
10:00-15:00
Plodge
Dig out your wellington boots and enjoy the countryside fresh air at Gibside this February. Prepare yourselves for welly-wanging, splashing around in the puddles and much more mud mania.
Sat 02 Feb 2019
+ 17 other dates
10:00-16:30
Guided walk: Walking lesser known Gibside
Explore lesser known parts of Gibside with our friendly and knowledgeable guides. Hear stories from Gibside’s past on a 6 mile walk around the outer reaches of the woods and gardens.
Sat 09 Feb 2019
11:00-15:00
Plodge Half term
As part of our month long celebration of mud, Plodge half term is all about getting muddy. Prepare yourselves for welly-wanging, a muddy barefoot walk, mud kitchen, splashing around in the puddles and more mud mania.
Sat 16 Feb 2019
+ 8 other dates
11:00-15:00
Route to relaxation
The route to relaxation walk is all about finding some quiet time to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of spring.
Fri 01 Mar 2019
+ 91 other dates
10:00-16:30
Open air theatre: Wuthering Heights
Emily Brontë’s classic love story brought alive on stage in an adaptation by award winning writer Laura Turner.
Thu 20 Jun 2019
19:00-21:00
Open air theatre: The Secret Garden
Join young Mary Lennox on her journey of discovery as she travels to her uncle’s house deep in the Yorkshire countryside.
Fri 09 Aug 2019
18:00-20:00