A Very Supernatural Supper 

Thursday 17th October 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

Are your a sceptic, or a believer? This very exclusive evening of entertainment, held on a night when we are normally closed and the building will be closed to other guests. Our expert guide to the world of the paranormal will explore the shadowy secrets and mysteries of the Victorian and Edwardian mediums, offering practical demonstrations in ways that will delight and surprise. The event includes a light meal and places are limited to 60. NB This is not a night with a medium.

Tickets £13 - 14+ age restriction - Tickets available now from the bar or online.

Rebel Radio (with rock disco)

Saturday 19th October 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

"Are you ready to rawk!!!". - We hope so. We're going all out rock for this sensational rock night featuring Rebel Radio, playing a mix of classic and modern rock, plus a raft of revved up pop favourites for you to enjoy. Hurry up and grow some hair ready to hop aboard this hot tub time machine with us - coz we love rock'n'roll and we're not afraid to say so. 

Tickets only - 18+ age restriction - £4 on the door

Kids Spook-tacular Halloween Party

Saturday 1st November 2024 - Main Hall - From 6 to 8 pm.

Don't throw out those Halloween costumes just yet - get the nippers to wear them for just one more night as we throw open the doors to our 'haunted hall of horrors'. There'll be all the best Halloween hits from our kids DJ, and games, and kids being kids there's always lots of screaming to be done. We'll tire them out for you so you can take em home at eight bells and have a nice quiet night.

Tickets available from the bar - Kids must be accompanied by an adult.

Sam Naylor - Live in the Institute Bar

Saturday 9th November 2024 - Institute Bar - From 7:00 pm.

Another free show in the Bar for November, this time featuring the magnificent Sam Naylor whose enjoyable repertoire of upbeat poppy songs from the disco ear through to the candy bar pop of the 80s and 90s will have you feeling on top of the world . As always we'll be including a couple of bingo flyers to keep you entertained in the breaks between Sam's singing spots. So keep this date free if you can and we'll see you there.

Free admission - 18+ age restriction - No pre-booking required

The N. 'E. Street' Band (Bruce Springsteen Tribute)

Saturday 16th November 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

No 'dancing in the dark' here - you'll be dancing in the brilliant glow of one of the North-East's newest tribute acts, rocking its way through a very fine set of some of Bruce Springsteen's most highly regarded hit songs - and believe me there are a lot of them that you will know. We're very privileged to have been chosen as one of the earliest venues in the region to get a taste of this talented six-piece band. Please note, there'll be no bingo.  

Tickets Only - 18+ age restriction - Tickets £10 available here

Soul Special - best Soul DJs in the region.

Saturday 23rd November 2024 - Main Hall - From 1:00pm.

We're going for a marathon session Soul Special from 1pm through to 10pm with a collective of the best DJs in the area. They'll be knocking your socks off with dance floor killers from their R'n'B, Blues & Soul repertoire featuring rare and underplayed gems and deserving sounds. Our dance floor is perfect for this kind of thing - but...you'll need to bring your own talc.

Tickets Only - 18+ age restriction - £5 on the door

Christmas Craft Market - local cards, food and gifts.

Saturday 30th November 2024 - Main Hall - From 11:30am.

We're bringing back our Christmas Craft Market this year, inviting local makers and producers to bring along their wares so that you can find that special unique gift for a loved one, or a cheeky festive treat for a cold Christmas evening. From cards to clothes, cakes, cookies and candles we;re sure there will be something for everyone.

Free entry

The Songbirds

Saturday 30th November 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

Carrying on our tradition of encouraging breakthrough local top quality talent, we are proud to be hosting the debut performance by a very special and talented new duo, two very powerful voices with familiar faces that we're sure you'll recognise - but hey, no more spoilers, just pencil this date in your diary and we'll see you there.

Tickets Only - 16+ age restriction - Ticket details coming soon

Members Christmas Party

Saturday 7th December 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

One of the highlights of every year here at the Stute - our very own 'members Christmas Party' - a free night of entertainment, prizes, games, treats and out-and-out-fun for everyone. It's always well worth the wait. But you have to be a member to get your ticket for this exclusive night. Who knows what we'll have planned for you this year - well, we know, but we're not telling you yet. But you will love it, that is for certain.  

Tickets Only - 16+ age restriction - Ticket details coming soon

Kev Christie - Live in the Institute Bar

Saturday 14th December 2024 - Institute Bar - From 7:00 pm.

Our programme of free entertainers appearing in the bar 'wraps up' like a lovely Christmas gift in December with Kev Christie bringing his inimitable sparkle as he works his way through some of our regulars' favourite songs. get your smartphone out and light up those torches. As always we'll be including a couple of bingo flyers to keep you entertained in the breaks between Sam's singing spots. So keep this date free if you can and we'll see you there.

Free admission - 18+ age restriction - No pre-booking required

Eddie Popescu (Elvis Presley Tribute)

Saturday 28th December 2024 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

He ain't nothin like a hound dog - nope, he's a bona-fide hunk-a-hunk-a-burnin-love. We're ending the 2024 entertainment programme with the king himself - the one and only Eddie Popescu. An incredible entertainer and possibly the best Elvis since....well, Elvis himself. Playing the 'King's hits from across three decades. Last year we could have sold this show twice over, so book early to avoid disappointment. Please note, there'll be no bingo.  

Tickets Only - 18+ age restriction - Ticket details coming soon

The Hart Beatles Duo (plus Roger's 60s Disco)

Saturday 8th February 2025 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

The Hart Beatles are award winning father and son team Matt and Ben Turnbull who take on the roles of Paul McCartney and George Harrison respectively. Dad, Matt, has over 20 years experience and a wealth of accolades. Young Ben is certainly more than a chip off the old block. They have an amazing energy and rapport to this fun filled energetic show, supported by the ever popular Roger Pounder's 60s Disco. 

Tickets Only - 18+ age restriction - Ticket details coming soon

Railway Bicentenary Tea Dance - with the Little Big Band

Saturday 10th May 2025 - Main Hall - times to be announced.

From the 1840s onward, Tea Dances have been a traditional way for Shildon to celebrate major milestones since the opening of the famous Stockton & Darlington Railway. Timothy Hackworth himself presided over the earliest, and later ones were presided over by members of the Pease family. Though 'quadrille bands' were all the rage in the early S&DR years we're teaming up with our Modern Sequence Dance Club to celebrate with tea, coffee, cake, sandwiches and a superb 'little' big band from Leeds. A lovely opportunity to dress up nicely.

Tickets Only - 18+ age restriction - Free Ticket - application details coming soon

Railway Bicentenary - Sports & Games Festival

24th & 25th May 2025 - with Shildon BR - times to be announced.

As both the Institute and the BR Sports and Social Club both have their roots in activities started by the Stockton & Darlington Railway we will be reuniting for one special weekend of competitive sports and games. Saturday will bring the family outdoor events and a special social at the BR, and Sunday will being the indoor games at the Institute, culminating in a special prize giving ceremony in our main hall. This will be a special occasion involving Shildonians of all ages celebrating together.

Event and entry details coming soon

Rail Bicentenary Exhibition - Blood, Bone & Muscle

26th to 28th June 2025 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

Shildon didn't have the money or influence to feature in the name of the Stockton & Darlington Railway - but it was in exactly the right place to become its industrial operating powerhouse. For almost 160 years the people of Shildon provided the blood, muscle, bone operating the railway, building early locomotives and building and repairing its wagons. This exhibition showcases their story as part of S&DR 220 Fringe Festival.  

Free Entry - Click for more details