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Days Out in the North EastSchool holidays can be a challenging time to keep the children entertained. We’ve put together a list of some of the best attractions across the North East, which offer a fun-filled day out...

Hall Hill FarmHall Hill Farm is a children’s activity farm near Lanchester in County Durham.

There are farm animals to see plus a play barn with pedal tractors and a soft play frame featuring a section for over 3s and one for toddlers and babies. Other activities include an outdoor adventure playground, small animal handling, puppet shows, a 9-hole crazy golf course, trampolines, a tractor and trailer ride plus other animal interactions. Additional charge activities include Donkey rides and a barrel train ride.

Entry is priced at £6.95 for adults and £6.25 for children aged two to 16. Under 2 FREE

For more information visitwww.hallhillfarm.co.uk or call 01388 731333

Ruff N TumbleRuff ‘N’ Tumble Adventure World is the North-East’s finest indoor play centre. Located in Newton Aycliffe, close to junction 59 of the A1(M).

Both children and adults are offered a friendly welcome to our purpose built indoor play centre. Ideally suited for children under 12, with dedicated areas for the under 5s. Ruff ‘N’ Tumble has all the latest equipment including Bungee Trampolines, Climbing Wall, Drop Slides and much more. Parents can relax whilst the children wear themselves out in a fun and healthy atmosphere.

Admission: 5 to 11 year olds £5.50,1 to 4 year olds £4.50, under 1’s FREE

For more information visitwww.ruffntumble.co.ukor call 01325 313777

Bowes MuseumThe Bowes Museum is an art museum in the market town of Barnard Castle.

There are three floors of galleries displaying paintings, ceramics, sculpture, textiles and metalwork originating from Europe including classical and more modern art. The museum is surrounded by gardens and parkland with a children’s playground, a nature trail and an orienteering trail.

Adults £9.50, Concessions £8.50, Students £5, Children under 16 FREE

For more information visitwww.bowesmuseum.org.uk or call 01833 690606

High Force WaterfallHigh Force Waterfall is near Forest-in-Teesdale, in County Durham.This fabulous waterfall is where the river Tees drops down 21 metres off Whin Sill rock and is one of the most spectacular waterfalls in Great Britain.

Admission: Adults £1.50, Children aged five to 15 50p, Concessions £1

For more information visitwww.highforcewaterfall.comOr call 01833 622209

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Baked Fillet ofCod, Vine Tomato & Spinach Salad with Red Onion Chutney (serves 4)

Ingredients:4 cod filletsHandful of fresh chives, sageand oregano, finely chopped4 vine tomatoesSmall bag of baby spinach

For the chutney:250ml white wine vinegar250g brown sugar4 red onions4 vine tomatoes

1. Roughly chop 4 tomatoes and the onions, place in saucepan with the white wine vinegar and brown sugar, and simmer on a low heat for 2 hours. Remove and allow to cool.

2. Preheat oven to 180 C, and bake the cod for 5 minutes

3. Remove the cod from the oven, coat with the chopped herbs, and bake for a further 5 minutes.

4. Thinly slice the remaining 4tomatoes and arrange on 4 plates with the baby spinach.

5. Once the cod fillets are cooked, place one on each plate, with a tablespoon of chutney on top of each one.

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SETTINGTHE STAGE A gladiator, a former prisoner and even a human seal - get ready to meet these interesting characters and many more, at the return of one of Darlington’s most unusual events…

Since its launch in October 2013, Jabberwocky Market has enthralled visitors of all ages with its unique offering of world-class theatre, played out twice yearly in venues across Darlington.

This March, the popular festival is returning with four days of new performances, all designed to put audiences at the heart ofthe action, as producer Caroline Pearce explains.

“This year we’re bringing together a diverse mix of stories that you simply wouldn’t get to see anywhere else,” she said.

“The line-up has been chosen very deliberately to appeal to a wide age range, from families looking for a quick introduction to live theatre, to the older people and students who frequented events at the former arts centre.”

“What all of the shows have in common though, is their ability to draw the audience in and, in some cases, make them an active part of the story. It’s a unique experience and one we’re delighted to be bringing back to Darlington town centre.”

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The Jabberwocky Market, organised in partnership with the internationally-renowned Battersea Arts Centre and with core funding from Arts Council England and the Esmee Fairbairn Foundation, will run from Thursday March 26 to Sunday March 29.

Some of the highlights at the event, which is also supported by Creative Darlington, Darlington for Culture, Darlington Council and the Jerwood Foundation, include:

The Adventure - Thursday March 26

Gloriator - Thursday March 26 Quaker Meeting House

Scratch Night - Friday March 27 Quaker Meeting House

The Frights - Saturday March 28 Quaker Meeting House

Lorraine and Alan - Saturday March 28 Quaker Meeting House

Tickets for all of these events and more, including a drop in session on a vintage bus and a live performance on a train, are available individually or as part of an all-access Festival Pass from www.jabberwockymarket.org.uk

For more information and updates about Jabberwocky Market and accompanying events taking place at other venues, including the official bar, Voodoo Café, search JabberwockyMarket on Facebook or follow@JabbMarket on Twitter.

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Darlington's dedicated Live Music Venue, Rehearsal Rooms and Recording Studio.

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• Licensed Bar• Cafe- Hot Drinks/Snacks • Music Tuition• Access To Music College

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WIN a Signature Spa Day for twoBroom Mill Day Spa is located on a working farm, this authentic family-owned spa is an unexpected delight. An ideal secluded location away from the stresses of life where you can indulge in a range of treatments and packages to suit

everyone.

Here at Broom Mill Day Spa we pride ourselves on offering a sense of individuality. A space to revitalise and de-stress with a range of treatments from therapeutic, to the sensual, in both a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Signature Spa Day includes:

Your visit starts with a warm welcome and tour of facilities. We provide you with a dressing gown, bath sheet and footwear. Then you have full use of the facilities - the relaxation zone, swimming pool, warm tub,

sauna, aromatherapy, infra red room and a 20 minute session in the white light room.

You will receive a 25 minute treatment to the value of £23.00 chosen at the time of your booking. If you wish to pay for additional treatments during your visit please let us know at the time of booking.

A three course lunch is provided (please supply any dietary requirements at time of booking) and refreshments are available throughout the day free of charge. You are more than welcome to sit or stroll in the grounds.

To win answer this question:

What is the website address of Broom Mill Day Spa?Closing date for entries is 30 April 2015

Must be redeemed by 31 July 2015

For further information visit:www.broommilldayspa.co.ukTelephone: 01740 654 225

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TheatreCivic Theatre: 01325 486555

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*plus £1 restoration levy

Madama Butterfly Mar 25Opera & Ballet International proudly present an Ellen Kent production

One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results. Highlights include the melodic Humming Chorus, the moving aria One Fine Day and the unforgettable Love Duet.Sung in Italian with English subtitlesTickets* £27-£34

Pasha Kovalev - Life Through Dance April 11Life Through Dance is a non-stop action and sparkles-packed journey through the life and love, expressed by the language of dance. The production will feature breathtaking choreography, sensational music and amazing costumes.Tickets* £24 & £26

Darlington OS - Hairspray April 22 - May 2Our plus-sized heroine, Tracy Tumblad, has a passion for dancing and wins a spot on the local TV dance show. Overnight she is transformed from outsider to teen celebrity. Can a

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Noddy’s PunctureMay 8Noddy’s Puncture are an ‘Emerson Lake & Palmer’ tribute band that recreate the sound of ELP - both live and in the studio. Using authentic equipment along with the requisite playing and interpretation skills, this is the closest you will come to the full aural & visual experience that were ‘ELP’...!Tickets £10

larger-than-life adolescent vanquish the programme’s reigning princess, banish the TV station’s racial views and find true love without messing up her hair-do? With sure-fire hit songs such as Good Morning Baltimore, Welcome to the 60s and You Can’t Stop The Beat.Tickets* £20, Children (14 & Under) £14

An Intimate Evening with Russell Watson May 20Russell Watson never imagined he would one day be one of the world’s most prominent tenors, selling in excess of seven million albums worldwide. To date there have been nine studio albums, each one winning more critical acclaim than the one before.Russell’s collaborations include Pavarotti, Lionel Ritchie, Michael Bolton, Cliff Richard, Lulu and Sarah Brightman to name but a few.Tickets* £33.50 – £45

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Stipe: REM Tribute Mar 6Describing themselves as a musical appreciation to the sound of R.E.M, STIPE have been around since 1996.Formed by Rick Southern, the original line-up gigged mainly in the North of England and Scotland.Over the years the band

has built up an enviable reputation as an authentic and entertaining tribute, playing all over the UK.Tickets £8/£9 otd

Deep Purple in Rock Mar 21The UKs best classic era Deep Purple tribute band, dedicated to accurately recreating the music of Mark II and III Deep Purple.Tickets include entry to the CAMRA Beer FestivalTickets £7

Happy Mondaze & New Dawn Fades April 11We are pleased to present Happy Mondaze - The Official Happy Mondays tribute band.

The World’s only Happy Mondays tribute band, a band destined to recapture the party vibrancy of the early nineties.

+ Support from New Dawn Fades Authentic 4 piece Joy Division tribute bandTickets £9/£10otd

Nearly Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds + Acoustic WellerApril 18A welcome return to the most authentic tribute to Noel Gallagher... a full five piece band: Lead Guitar, Bass, Keyboards, Percussion and of course Acoustic Guitar and Vocals + Acoustic Weller playing a set of Acoustic Tunes from The Jam, Style Council and of Course Paul Weller’s extensive solo material.Tickets £8

ONE TO WATCH

May 9 - 10Distinctly Delicious - Darlington Festival of Food brought around 45,000 visitors to the town in 2014 and this year looks set to be even bigger.   

The popular festival, which returns in May, will include a producers’ market, street food and demonstrations from chefs from leading venues including Rockcliffe Hall and Houndgate Townhouse. 

For more informationplease visit www.distinctdarlington.co.uk or to take part in the festival contact Simon Preston at simon@graceonline.co.uk