Thornton Hall Gardens (2 miles west of Darlington, DL2 2NB), are open on the following dates. Entry is £7.50. Catering available.  Plants for sale. Supporting Great North Air Ambulance and the Sick Children’s Trust. All dates 10 am to 4 pm.

31 May (including plant fair), 9, 16, 23 and 30 June.  4, 7, 14 July.