LANTERN WALK A Christmas fair featuring a carol service, lantern workshop and lantern walk will take place at the Tennis Dene in Darlington on Sunday December 15. The event will be held from 1pm until 4pm and will also include a range of stalls and activities.

CHRISTMAS UPCYCLING The Scrap Studio in Darlington is hosting a Fabric Wreaths and Fabulous Baubles workshop on Saturday December 14. The event takes place from 1pm until 4pm at Borough Road Nursery School. Admission is £10 and includes all materials.

REGGAE NIGHT One Love, a festive reggae night hosted by DJ Wal, will take place at the Quakerhouse in Darlington on Saturday December 28. Doors open at 8.30pm.

CHRISTINGLE SERVICE A family Christingle service will take place at St Mark’s Church on North Road in Darlington on Sunday December 15. The event – held from 4pm until 5pm - will feature traditional carols by candlelight and all children will receive a Christingle.