1860 Bar & Kitchen

09/10/2026

FIREWORKS BY THE RIVER - SUNDAY 1ST NOVEMBER 🎆

One of the biggest nights in our events calendar returns once again!
Yes! That's right, fireworks in the City Centre are back! 😍

☆☆ Durham's ONLY City Centre display on the banks of the river! ☆☆

Gates: 5pm
Display: 7pm
We advise early arrival

🎟 TICKET INFO 🎟

With the huge growth of the event over the years we are once again ticketing this event for the safety and enjoyment of visitors.

Tickets will be available via Ticketbo, with the link at the bottom of this post, costing just:
● £4.50 each for ages 12+ (plus a small booking fee)
● £3.50 each for ages 4-11 (plus a small booking fee)
● Kids aged 3 and under going FREE. (3 and under still require a ticket via the ticket link)
🚨 NO tickets will be available on the door. PRESALE TICKETS ONLY. 🚨
Please note we have sold out quickly in previous years and we expect it to be another sell out. Early purchase is recommended to avoid disappointment. An update will be posted on our socials once capacity is reached.

🍔 FOOD & DRINK 🍻
As usual, the fully licensed bar will be open all night including after the display so you can make a night of it.
Our kitchen will be in full swing serving hotdogs and soups along with the BBQs serving burgers.

Hot drinks will also be available.

🎢 KIDS RIDES 🎢

Funfair rides for the little ones will be open all evening. Extra charges apply.

📣 Big crowds are expected and service may take longer than usual, please bear with us on one of the biggest nights of the year 🙏

🎟 TICKET LINK 🎟
https://www3.ticketebo.co.uk/durham-arc/fireworks-by-the-river-2026

See yas soon!! ✌️ 🎆

Indie Durham City
Durham Pointers
Durham BID

09/07/2026

A reminder that we are closed this Saturday 11th July for the Durham Miners Gala. We are open every day till then 9:30 till 15:30 and again from Sunday morning. Join us for a cuppa or a nice cold drink from the bar..... It's going to be hot 🔥 🌞😎

04/07/2026

🚗✨ CLASSICS BY THE RIVER ✨🚗

Our summer of events continue at the rowing club!

​Looking for the perfect way to spend your Monday evening? Join us for an incredible display of classic vehicles right by the riverside!

​Whether you're a die-hard petrolhead or just looking for a great night out with the family, we’ve got you covered:

​🏎️ 100 Classic Vehicles on display.
​🔥 Sizzling BBQ & refreshments available all evening.
​🌅 Stunning riverside views and great atmosphere.

​📅 Date: Monday 6th July 2026
⏰ Time: 6pm
🎟 Free Entry

​⚠️ Important Info for Vehicle Exhibitors: Spaces are now full!

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23/06/2026

We'll be open as normal on Saturday morning for your post Durham parkrun coffee, sandwich & cake!

Open from 09:30! 🙌

Important reminder for 27th June parkrun - Durham University open day.

No parking at Maiden Castle. Park opposite at Houghall College (DH1 3SG) or at the end of the course at Green Lane (display your barcodes!).

Arrive early to get parked - there'll be signs and someone to direct you from Maiden Castle to Houghall College and we have volunteers helping you in the car park.

And most importantly - your post parkrun cafe stop!

Our friends at @1860 Bar & Kitchen at the rowing club will be happy to welcome you after your run - they will have extra staff on AND extra bacon, sausages and cake.

Please avoid the Maiden Castle cafe so they can focus on welcoming prospective students and parents...

On that note, are you visiting Durham on Saturday for the university open day? We'd love to welcome you to our parkrun.

18/06/2026

🌞 The weather is looking fantastic for Saturday! 🌞

🍔 Burgers and sausages have been ordered and will be supplied by Coates Butchers, Coxhoe – we're looking forward to a delicious afternoon BBQ! 😋

Our normal café menu will also be available until 5:00pm alongside the BBQ.

📅 No booking necessary – just come along on the day between 2:00pm and 6:00pm. We're open as normal before then if you'd like to make a full day of it!

🎉 Activities include:🏰 Bouncy Castle🎲 Dominoes4️⃣ Connect 4🎳 Skittles⭕ Hoopla⚽ Target Shooting🎯 Giant Dart Board…and much more!

🕺🪩 Plus, don't miss the Afternoon Disco in our grand blackout marquee – perfect for clubbers young and old!

We look forward to seeing you there!

☀️ FAMILY FUN DAY & AFTERNOON DISCO UPDATE! ☀️

​We have a little update regarding our plans for this Saturday, 20th June!

​Due to low ticket sales for our planned afternoon disco, we’ve decided to change our plans.

With the weather forecast looking sunny, we want to make sure everyone can enjoy the day together.

​So, we are instead hosting a fully inclusive Family Fun Day and the best part? It is completely FREE ENTRY! No tickets required! Just rock up and enjoy!

​Bring the whole family down to 1860 Bar & Kitchen @ Durham Rowing Club between 2pm and 6pm for a brilliant afternoon in the sun.

​What’s on the menu for the day:
​🏰 Bouncy Castle
​🍔 Delicious BBQ & Ice Cream
​🎯 Fun Garden Games
​🎶 Great Music & Kids' Activities
​☀️ Plenty of outdoor space to relax and soak up the sunshine!

🚨 ​Afternoon Disco ticket holders: Anyone who previously purchased a ticket for the disco event will be contacted directly regarding a FULL refund.

​Gather up the kids, round up the grandparents and let's make the most of a gorgeous Saturday. We can't wait to see you all there! 🌭🍦☀️

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16/06/2026

☀️ FAMILY FUN DAY & AFTERNOON DISCO UPDATE! ☀️

​We have a little update regarding our plans for this Saturday, 20th June!

​Due to low ticket sales for our planned afternoon disco, we’ve decided to change our plans.

With the weather forecast looking sunny, we want to make sure everyone can enjoy the day together.

​So, we are instead hosting a fully inclusive Family Fun Day and the best part? It is completely FREE ENTRY! No tickets required! Just rock up and enjoy!

​Bring the whole family down to 1860 Bar & Kitchen @ Durham Rowing Club between 2pm and 6pm for a brilliant afternoon in the sun.

​What’s on the menu for the day:
​🏰 Bouncy Castle
​🍔 Delicious BBQ & Ice Cream
​🎯 Fun Garden Games
​🎶 Great Music & Kids' Activities
​☀️ Plenty of outdoor space to relax and soak up the sunshine!

🚨 ​Afternoon Disco ticket holders: Anyone who previously purchased a ticket for the disco event will be contacted directly regarding a FULL refund.

​Gather up the kids, round up the grandparents and let's make the most of a gorgeous Saturday. We can't wait to see you all there! 🌭🍦☀️

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10/06/2026

⛵️ REGATTA WEEKEND IS ALREADY HERE! ⛵️

The biggest weekend of the summer is just around the corner, and we are ready to keep you fueled and refreshed from dawn till dusk! Whether you're here for the racing, the atmosphere, or just a great coffee by the river, here is everything you need to know about our opening hours from Friday 12th to Monday 15th June.

We’ve got extended bar hours and our riverside marquee bar is open all weekend long! 👇

⚠️ A quick note to our lovely customers...
As you can imagine, the site is going to be extremely busy across the entire weekend. Our team will be working incredibly hard to look after you all, so please bear with us if your wait time is a little longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and support more than you know!

Gather your friends, cross your fingers for sunshine, and we'll see you by the river! ☀️🥂

Durham Pointers
Indie Durham City
Durham County Council

18/05/2026

🚨 DURHAM REGATTA 2026 ANNOUNCEMENT 🚨

With Durham Regatta just around the corner on the 13th & 14th of June much of the rowing community will be busy finalising race plans and crews, however, we've got some even BIGGER news...

The Racecourse Bar is back and bigger than ever for 2026, including:

🎙 Two acoustic singers across the weekend
🎷 Live Jazz Band to see Saturday evening in
💿 Music through the decades

🥂🍾🥂🍾🥂🍾

SATURDAY 13TH JUNE

11am: BAR OPEN
💃🕺 From 11am: Music through the decades
🎤 2:00pm - 4:00pm: LIVE Singer & Guitarist, Kieren Hooper
🎷 From 5:00pm: LIVE Basement Jazz

SUNDAY 14TH JUNE

11am: BAR OPEN
💃🕺 From 11am: Music through the decades
🎤 3:00pm - 5:00pm: LIVE Singer & Guitarist, Michael Hirst

☆ Riverside location
☆ The best view of the whole Racecourse
☆ Deckchairs for soaking up the summer sun

🍻 Draught B**r & C***r
🥂 Prosecco and W**e
🍓 PIMMS

See yas in June ✌️🕶☀️

Durham Regatta
Durham Pointers
Indie Durham City
City of Durham Parish Council
Durham County Council
Northern Rowing

01/05/2026

Knowing what to do if you see someone in trouble in the water could save their life. 🧑‍🚒

That's why our firefighters were demonstrating life-saving water rescue techniques on Durham riverside today as part of of the National Fire Chiefs Council - NFCC 'Be Water Aware Week.'

The campaign aims to raise awareness of water safety and the dangers of accidental drowning.

The crew showed the public how to float on their back if they ever found themselves in difficulty in the water and how to throw a life ring to help someone in distress.

The public and riverside bar staff also had a go at throwing a life ring to our firefighters in the river.

Remember, 'Phone, Tell, Throw' to help someone in a water emergency. 👇

🚒 Phone 999 and ask for the fire and rescue service. You can use the ‘what3words’ app to help emergency services accurately pinpoint where you are.
🚒 Tell the person in the water to stay calm and float on their back.
🚒 Throw rescue equipment to help them float and hold onto the end to pull them in.
🚒 Never enter the water yourself to help someone or a pet in distress.

Durham County Council

24/04/2026

🔥 BACK FOR 2026 🔥

The Ultimate Afternoon Disco Party!

Get ready to experience the ultimate afternoon of music, lights, and fun at our Afternoon Disco! Step into a blackout marquee, immerse yourself in thumping beats on a club-quality sound system, and enjoy a visual feast with our massive video wall and laser light show.

Dance the day away with your friends while you grab some delicious food, sip on your favourite drinks from the full bar, and pick up a glow stick to add to the party vibe. This is the event you don’t want to miss! 💃🕺

Need some time out? No problem, relax in our riverside b**r garden and take in the sun and atmosphere.

🗓 When: Saturday 20th June 3pm till 8pm

📍 Where: Durham Amateur Rowing Club Grand Marquee & B**r Garden

🎟 Tickets: https://www.ticketebo.co.uk/arc-durham/riverside-afternoon-disco-garden-party

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What to Expect:

✨️ A Non-Stop Dance Party: We’re bringing the best of the 80s, 90s, and 00s straight to the dance floor. From Madonna and Michael Jackson to Britney Spears and Daft Punk, get ready to groove to hits from iconic artists that defined the decades.

Vibes of the 80s: Classic hits from Madonna, Michael Jackson, Cyndi Lauper, Duran Duran, and more.

90s Legends: Relive the magic with Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, TLC, Britney Spears, Nirvana, and more.

00s Anthems: Dance to tracks from Lady Gaga, Black Eyed Peas, Rihanna, Kanye West, and other chart-topping stars of the 2000s.

Whether you’re reminiscing on your favourite tracks or discovering them for the first time, the party will keep you dancing from start to finish!

Get your tickets now and let’s make it a disco to remember! 🔥