Events

What's on at Shildon Railway Institute? 

 

The Moondogs - live at the Stute

Saturday 16th May 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:oo pm.

The Moondogs are a modern, UK-based, 3-piece tribute band that performs music from the 1950s and 1960s, recreating the energy and sound of rock and roll and pop. They are known for their high-energy live shows and play songs by artists such as Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones.


Tickets only - 18+ age restriction - details TBC


Step Back In Time - Daytime Clubbing

Saturday 23rd May 2026 - Main Hall - From 2:oo pm to 6:00 pm.

Daytime is the new nighttime - so step back in time with us for a session of Northern Soul, Motown, Ska, Glam, Reggae, Mod, 70s, 80s and a bit of Punk music. It'll be right up your street


18+ age restriction - £2 - Pay on the door


Stutey Booty (Indoor Boot Sale)

Saturday 30th May 2026 - Main Hall - From 11am to 2pm.

Yes, the Stutey Booty will be back - we had great fun in January and feedback was that folk enjoyed rummaging for bargains. There will be sellers and refreshments, but no risk of miserable rain. Got a garage full of loot? Then book yourself a table and join in the Booty. 


Free Entry - all welcome - Click here for information on selling


Comedy Night with "Hilarity Bites" feat Chris Washington

Friday 5th June 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:30pm to 10:30pm.

Life is pretty serious, so we wanted to bring something to lighten things up a little and have teamed up with HILARITY BITES COMEDY CLUB to bring you an evening of laughter with Chris Washington, Anth Young, Kelly Rickard and Catherine Young - that'll tickle your funny bones. 


Tickets £11 - 18+ only - Click here to learn more


Defiant - The Miners Strike in County Durham

Friday 4th September 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:oo pm.

Presented in association with Redhills, the Miners hall in Durham and produced by LonelyTower Pictures, "Defiant" is the story of the Miners Strike in County Durham during 1984/85 and the ongoing fight for justice. It tells the story from the perspectives of people caught up in the conflict, and reflects on the enduring legacy of that turbulent period in our county's history.


Tickets only - all ages - details to be released soon


Hollywood - live at the Stute

Saturday 12th September 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:oo pm.

We pride ourselves on bringing in some of the hottest bands in the region, and now that list includes Hollywood - an all live 5-piece female fronted covers band who play some excellent tunes from across six decades. There is quite literally something for everyone - so join us in the main hall and well, Hooray for Hollywood!


Tickets only - 18+ age restriction - to be released soon


Sequence Dancers' 75th Anniversary (featuring Graeme Scarlett)

Saturday 19th September 2026 - Main Hall - From 2:oo pm to 4:30pm.

Can you believe that our modern sequence dance society have been going for three quarters of a century as of September this year. We wanted to celebrate this milestone in style, so we'll be putting on a special dance, with buffet, and doing up the hall in style. 


Tickets only - to be released soon.


Soulville (soul vocal group)

Saturday 10th October 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

One of the North of England’s most accomplished and exciting cabaret shows… all immaculate vocalists with outstanding personalities. Their repertoire includes magical versions of songs by O’Jays, Temptations, Tavares, Tymes, Chi-Lites, Detroit Emeralds, Stylistics, Harold Melvin, Tams, Average White Band, Barry White, George McRae, Four Seasons, Trammps, and many more.


Tickets only - 18+ age restriction - to be released soon.


Northern Soul Spinout! (Disco)

Saturday 17th October 2026 - Main Hall - From 7:00 pm.

A very welcome return for Peter and Stephen who bring their decks and immense collection of the very best of Northern Soul music back to the Stute. These lads know the genre inside out and are guaranteed to have the dancefloor packed from the get-go. We can't wait.


Tickets only - 18+ age restriction - to be released soon.


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Every Monday

Dancercise Work-out (with Dianne White)

Main Hall

Looking to get in better shape in the most enjoyable way possible - this could be for you - 6:00pm - text 07863 784526 to book.

Every Tuesday

Modern Sequence Dancing Club

Main Hall

A friendly and welcoming dance evening where every tune is an old favourite. From 7:30pm

Every Wednesday

Midweek Bingo

Main Hall

Why sit in on your own wondering why there's nothing on TV when you could be A WINNER. Join Michelle, Kelly & Dave and the crew for a friendly and sociable Bingo session. Snowball Jackpot. From 8:00pm

Every Friday

Friday Lotto Draw

Bar

A draw for big cash prizes - buy a ticket for £1 and pick four numbers - if they come out then you win, if not the draw carries on to the next week.

Every Sunday

Domino Handicap

Bar

Our great Sunday afternoon tradition - a knockout competition with prizes at the end of it and a chance to be in our grand champions final. From 1:00pm

Every Sunday

Weekend Bingo

Main Hall

Everyone loves bingo, don't they - and you could win our snowball jackpot. Join Selwyn & Alan in the hall from 7:30pm

Second Tue of Every Month

Royal British Legion - Shildon Branch - Monthly Social

Hackworth Lounge

Whether you're former armed forces personnel, a Royal British Legion Member, or neither of those things, you're very welcome. Meet in the lounge from 8:00pm.

Regular Activities & Entertainment