Darlington News & Updates

A SEN Christmas Party in Darlington saw excitement for upcoming events. A dad stepped in to play Santa when the original Santa had to go to the hospital.

A Darlington primary school has launched a Christmas initiative to support vulnerable families. The initiative was a team effort by staff and pupils to create Christmas hampers.

Mainsgill Farm Shop, located near Richmond just 20 minutes from Darlington, has been recognized as a top Christmas garden centre. It ranked third nationally on TikTok for its popularity.

Discover the top five dog-friendly cafes in Darlington perfect for visiting with your four-legged friends this Christmas season. These spots offer a welcoming atmosphere for both pets and their owners.

Darlington's town centre is currently adorned with 14 frozen ice creations as part of a festive trail. This event enhances the Christmas shopping experience, complemented by numerous cafes, bars, and restaurants.

Parkrun events are scheduled for Christmas Day and New Year's Day across the North East and North Yorkshire. Darlington will host a festive parkrun, encouraging community participation during the holiday season.

A Darlington mum is organizing a special inclusive Christmas event at Kane's World this weekend. The event will feature crafts, games, and food for families, with a focus on safety and inclusivity.

Darlington residents are embracing the festive spirit with dazzling Christmas light displays on their homes. As the holiday season approaches, these illuminated houses are adding to the cheerful atmosphere in the town.

Santa and his helpers are preparing to tour Darlington this month, bringing Christmas cheer to the town. Residents can find out the specific times and locations to catch a glimpse of Santa's sleigh.

Residents on Stanhope Road have transformed their homes into a dazzling display of golden lights as Christmas approaches. Volunteers have also been busy brightening up a local green with "absolutely fabulous" Christmas lights.

Darlington residents on Stanhope Road have turned their homes into a dazzling display of golden lights as Christmas approaches. This follows efforts by volunteers to brighten up a local green with "absolutely fabulous" Christmas lights.

A stray dog, who spent two Christmases at Dogs Trust Darlington kennels, has finally been rehomed. The couple adopting the dog are excited to spend their first Christmas with her, planning a pup-friendly celebration.

The Hippodrome is set to bring "Christmas magic" with the arrival of 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears'. This theatrical production promises to be a festive entertainment for the holiday season.

Darlington dog lovers can enjoy a festive 'pawfect' Christmas dog show at the Tawny Owl pub. This event brings a fun, seasonal activity for pets and their owners.

The Northern Echo staff are supporting the Darlington Silent Santa appeal to help provide Christmas presents for children. Those wishing to contribute can visit darlington.gov.uk or call 07876-216182.

The Darlington Community Wind Band performed traditional Christmas carols at Tennis Dene on Saturday, December 6. This event brought festive music to the local community.

Darlington kicked off its festive celebrations with its Christmas Market held in the street food hall on Saturday, December 6. The market offered a variety of festive delights.

Staff at North Park Care Centre embraced the Christmas spirit by dressing up as elves. This festive fun took centre stage at the care home.

A festive tree recycling scheme in Darlington is helping families responsibly dispose of their Christmas trees. The initiative also provides support for St Teresa's Hospice.

Darlington Cares confirmed that 765 items of clothing were donated in November for the Coats for Christmas campaign. This initiative aims to provide warm clothing to those in need during the winter season.

DMH Electrical and Renewables, a Darlington-based firm, is donating to the Great North Air Ambulance and the TeamLuke Foundation this festive season. This initiative is part of their Black Friday sale.

The St Teresa's Hospice Festive Fun Run is returning to West Park in Darlington on Sunday, December 7th. Participants can sign up on the hospice website.

Darlington Cares is in desperate need of certain clothing items for their Coats for Christmas campaign. The Northern Echo launched their Summer Essentials campaign two weeks ago, highlighting the ongoing need for donations.

A Darlington primary school has launched a Christmas initiative, as mentioned in a Yahoo News UK report. This initiative is part of broader community activities in Darlington.

Hopetown railway museum in Darlington has been transformed into a winter wonderland for the Christmas season. Visitors can enjoy a special trail and a visit to Santa's grotto.

Find your perfect Christmas tree at several scenic woodland locations around Darlington. Forestry England offers a variety of trees for the holiday season.

A dog-friendly winter wonderland is located less than a two-hour drive from Darlington. The Ingleborough nature reserve offers a scenic escape for visitors and their pets. This event follows the recent Darlington Christmas lights switch-on.

A group of Darlington runners braved freezing temperatures to deliver toys for the club's annual Christmas appeal. The event saw participants running with toys to support the charity initiative.

A Christmas fair has arrived at Darlington's historic pumping station, bringing festive cheer to the area. The event features various attractions and is a highlight of the local holiday season.

Age UK Darlington and North Yorkshire are running their annual shoebox appeal to help older people during Christmas. The initiative aims to spread kindness and support those who may find the festive season difficult.

The annual Dogs Trust Darlington Christmas market is set to take place this month, offering a festive shopping experience. Attendees can find various stalls and games, with a special opportunity to buy a festive dinner for homeless dogs.

The Dogs Trust Darlington Christmas market is returning, offering a chance to buy a festive dinner for a homeless dog. This event features various stalls and supports a good cause during the holiday season.

The historic Darlington pumping station is hosting its annual Christmas fair, welcoming Santa Claus. The event will be open from 10 am to 3 pm, with all profits donated to charity.

Darlington is celebrating the arrival of Christmas with its annual light switch-on event. Thousands of people turned out to mark the occasion, signaling the start of the festive season.

The Northern Echo has launched its Coats for Christmas Campaign 2025 to support struggling families in Darlington. The initiative aims to collect donations for the school uniform exchange.

Several events are happening across the North East this week, with some in Darlington offering festive activities. Tickets for these events range from free to £5 and are available from November 18-21.

The Salvation Army has launched its Christmas Present Appeal across the North East. In Darlington, a free toy exchange has been set up in the Market to assist families during the holiday season.

A new free toy exchange has been set up in Darlington's Indoor Market to help families this Christmas. Stalls are now filled with costumes, teddies, kitchen sets, and dolls.

A Victorian Christmas is coming to a popular North East museum, offering a festive experience. Tickets for Father Christmas events can be booked online.

Santa and his helpers are preparing for another year of visits around Darlington. The Round Table elves will be collecting donations during Santa's sleigh tour.