Merryoaks Community Hall

27/10/2026

*Art At The Hub*
Thank you to the young artists who drew an Autumnal themed picture for Merryoaks Community Hall’s very first children's online art gallery this month. You can see their fabulous drawings here:
https://www.merryoakscommunityhall.com/art-at-the-hub

If any children would like to have their drawing added to November's gallery, just pop in to use the children's art corner. November's art theme is light, see the poster for details. There'll also be a drop in art hour on Friday 30th October between 4pm and 5pm. All ages welcome ( under 8s to be supervised please) and no need to bring any art materials.

The Hub is home to a childrens art area where children can spend time drawing and being creative. Every month we asked our younger visitors to draw something around a theme. below are October's wonderful autumn pictures.

26/10/2026

Looking forward to Rebecca from Star and Well running the drip in session alongside the Playgroup today Monday 26th October. Remember that being half term holiday, you are welcome to bring your primary school age child along too.

25/10/2026

Tomorrow, Monday 26th October it’s the Merryoaks Playgroup! And of course it’s also the half-term holiday so we want to let you know that primary school age siblings are welcome to come along and share in the fun!

We look forward to seeing you there

25/10/2026

Book your ticket here: https://bookthatin.com/Book/the-curiosity-lab

Not long now until our Spooky Science Halloween Special! 🎃

The pumpkins have been picked, potion ingredients mixed and cauldrons polished, but have you got your ticket?

There's only limited spaces remaining in our new 11am class at Merryoaks Community Hall so if you have primary-aged kids and you're looking for something to do on Thursday 29th, come and join us for some spooky fun! Booking link in the comments below 👇

24/10/2026

We are delighted to announce that once again the Durham Dunelm Round Table is hosting its Senior Citizens’ Christmas Party at Merryoaks Community Hall on Sunday 6th December.

The event is free and there is also the possibility of transport provided where required. This is provided by the generosity of the members of the Durham Dunelm Round Table and is always an excellent afternoon.

Details of how to secure your tickets for the event are shown on the poster.

24/10/2026

Many of you bought one of Adele’s beautiful calendars at Merryoaks Tabletop Fair last year. We aren’t having a Fair this year, but another lovely calendar is available in various locations in the town centre. All profits go to MacMillan Cancer Support.

Calendar update!
I've now delivered stock to both Elvet & Bailey, in the Prince Bishops, Durham City, and True North Emporium in Cheapside, Spennymoor, so you can pick yours up there, or directly from me. Just drop me a message.😊
Also, the amazing people at Vennels Cafe Durham and Cafedral Durham have offered to make some available to buy through them!😊💚
Thank you so much to all involved!! ❤️

22/10/2026

Become an archaeologist for the day this half term at the Museum of Archaeology!

Dig into a family-fun packed day on Thursday 29th October and camp out in our brand-new Archaeology Skills Tent in the newly refurbished upstairs gallery!

Discover the skills archaeologists use every day and try them yourself:

👉Get hands on with real archaeological objects

🪏Excavate unique finds

🔍Study your discoveries

📝Record your findings and share them with the new experts around you!

The event is free and family-friendly, no booking required.

The skills tent is now permanently open in our new upstairs gallery and is free for all to explore.