By Our Life's Ember - A Concert of Remembrance
2025-11-09 15:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Redhills Durham Miners Hall, The Miners Hall, Flass St, Durham, DH1 4BE, United Kingdom
This concert is dedicated to honouring those who gave their lives in service, and to remembering the generations of miners whose courage, sacrifice, and solidarity shaped our region’s identity. The mining heritage of County Durham is one of resilience and unity — forged in the depths of the earth and carried forward in the strength of its people.
Brass bands and choirs have long been part of that heritage, lifting spirits in times of hardship and celebrating moments of hope. Today, their music helps us reflect on the lives lost in war, in the mines, and in the struggles for justice and dignity.
This special concert pays tribute to:
Miners who served in both World Wars
Bevin Boys conscripted into the mines during WWII
Tunnellers who dug beneath enemy lines in WWI
As we listen to the powerful sounds of the Durham Miners’ Association Brass Band and the moving voices of Lirica, we are reminded of the role music has always played in the lives of miners — from the colliery bands that lifted spirits, to the songs that told their stories. This concert is a tribute to that legacy. Their memory lives on in our music, in our gatherings, and in our shared commitment to community.

DMA Christmas Concert @ REDHILLS
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00
A Festive Celebration of Music!
Durham Miners Association Brass Band Concert
at Redhills : Durham Miners Hall
Join us for a magical afternoon of seasonal cheer as the DMA Brass Band fills the Pitman’s Parliament with the joyful sounds of Christmas! From classic carols to festive favourites, these talented brass musicians will warm your heart and lift your spirits.
Highlights include:

Traditional Christmas carols
Festive medleys and sing-alongs
Coffee, Tea & mince pies available!

Perfect for families, friends, and anyone who loves the sound of brass at Christmas. Come and celebrate the season with music, merriment, and community spirit!
Let the music of Christmas ring out!

Gala fundraiser with Eddie Dempsey and the RMT Fishburn Band
2026-02-27 18:30 - 22:00
The Durham Miners Association (DMA) presents…

Join the DMA at the historic Redhills – Durham Miners Hall on Friday 27 February.
An evening of brass band music with the fantastic RMT Fishburn Band, plus we’ll hear from RMT General Secretary Eddie Dempsey, a great platform speaker at last year’s Gala. Eddie will be joined by DMA Chairman Stephen Guy and City of Durham MP Mary Kelly Foy. And tickets are free (with the option to pay for a ticket or make a donation).
Everyone is welcome, and we are offering free tickets. If you wish you can also choose a ticket for £5, £10 or £15, or you can make a donation when you check out. All proceeds will go to the Marras – Friends of Durham Miners Gala to help fund the 2026 Gala.
You can also make a donation on the evening when we will also be selling a range of fantastic Gala merch. All proceeds will go to help fund the 140th Durham Miners Gala on Saturday 11 July 2026.
Doors open at 6.30pm and the event will get underway at 7pm. RMT Fishburn Band will get us underway with their first set, before we hear from Eddie, Stephen and Mary. Following an interval, the band will play a second set.
Friday 27 February 2026 • Redhills – Durham Miners Hall • Flass Street • Durham DH1 4BE • Doors 6.30pm. Event: 7pm – 10.00pm

Buy tickets at this link:
https://buytickets.at/marras/2064884

Wallace & Gromit: A Grand Day Out – Family Film Screening with Live Brass Band
2026-06-14 15:00 - 16:30
Spend a delightful afternoon at Redhills: Durham Miners Hall as we bring the much‑loved Wallace & Gromit classic A Grand Day Out to the big screen — complete with the joyful sound of the Durham Miners’ Association Brass Band
This special family‑friendly event is the perfect way to enjoy a cosy afternoon together. Watch Wallace & Gromit’s iconic moon‑bound cheese adventure in one of Durham’s most historic and atmospheric venues, with the brass band adding extra sparkle, humour, and heart to the experience.
⭐ What to expect
• Afternoon screening of A Grand Day Out accompanied by a live brass band
• A welcoming, relaxed atmosphere for all ages
• A unique cultural experience in the historic Pitman’s Parliament
Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, or simply bring your love of cracking good fun. It’s an afternoon guaranteed to raise smiles.
Join us on 14th June for a truly grand day out at Redhills.

Wallace & Gromit is © and TM Aardman Animations Ltd. Used under licence. All rights reserved.
