Latest Events Guides

mima Spring Brochure

Featuring A certain distance, endless light - A project by Felix Gonzalez-Torres and William McKeown, Ultra-red - The Middlesbrough Session, the Spring events Programme plus a sneak peak at upcoming exhibitions.

AV Festival 10 Energy

AV Festival 10, the biennial international Festival of electronic arts, is taking place from 5-14 March 2010. The Festival theme is energy: a universal force that connects, transforms and renews life. Exploring energy from scientific, technological, environmental and spiritual perspectives. Taking place in Middlesbrough, NewcastleGateshead and Sunderland.

Middlesbrough Theatre Spring 2010

Middlesbrough Theatre Spring 2010 Programme  holds a season of treats from Balletboyz to the Drifters, featuring stage adaptations of Alfie and The Graduate. There are also top-notch family shows and gripping dramas.
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Middlesbrough Town Hall Spring 2010

Middlesbrough Town Hall Spring 2010 Programme features cracking comedy from Julian Clarey, Stephen K. Amos, Sean Lock, Jimmy Carr and many more. An ecectic mix of music will play from Ratpack Vegas, Ruby Turner, the Bay City Rollers and Jools Holland. Delightful classical shows continue from top notch international performers and families should not miss Magic of the Mummy and many more.
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Middlesbrough Town Hall Classical Season 2009-10

Middlesbrough Town Hall Classical Season 2009-10 is full of top notch performers. Download this brochure because new for this season, subscribers will not only save money but will also have the opportunity to receive additional tickets, to attend an exclusive subscriber recital concert and be entered into an exciting competition.
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Captain Cook Birthplace Museum 2010 Brochure

In addition to discovering homegrown hero Captain James Cook with the amazing permanent exhibitions at the museum, located in beautiful Stewart Park, enjoy this year's temporary exhibitions - A Nautical Odyssey: Maritime Paintings by David Bell; One Man's Journey: Mackenzie Thorpe on Cook, Middlesbrough & Australia; Smoke Near the Beach: Cooks Encounter with Australia's Aboriginals 1770.

Dorman Museum 2010 Brochure

Discover artifacts from Middlesbrough's historic priory to the jungles of South America. The museum is located adjacent to beautiful Albert Park, come out and enjoy this year's temporary exhibitions - Walk Like an Egyptian; From Silk to Canvas; Viva Talbot; The Arts of Art; Echange of Views; Church Treasures; Connecting Worlds.

mima Winter Brochure

Featuring One place to call home: Recent acquisitions, Ellsworth Kelly: Drawings 1954-1962, William Furlong: a red couch, a blue curtain, a black piece of furniture, Karl Fritsch: persuasive proposals, the Winter Events Programme plus a sneak peak at Spring.

Walks, Tours and Trails

Armed Forces Day - Middlesbrough Military Heritage Trail

Explore the many people and places in Middlesbrough with air, navy and/or military links.

The Brian Clough Trail

The Brian Clough Trail: In the Footsteps of a Local Hero.

Faiths Trail

The Middlesbrough Faiths Trails is a booklet produced by the Middlesbrough Council of Faiths celebrating the rich mixture of faiths found in Middlesbrough. Includes two trails and contact information for places of worship.

Health Walk: Albert Park

This is a 1.25 mile gentle and level walk, which uses surfaced footpaths around Albert Park. It links areas of natural, historic and artistic interest.

Health Walk: Fairy Dell

This is a 1.75 mile beautiful walk to explore Fairy Dell lake, woodland and park. There are some steep gradients and steps, the paths can become muddy and slippery. Start at Newham Grange Leisure Farm, or alternatively pick up the walk from Gunnergate Lane.

Health Walk: Hemlington Lake

A 1.25 mile nature walk around Hemlington Lake, Where you may see a variety of birds, mammals, waterside plants and fish.

Health Walk: Historic Acklam

A 3.5 mile walk of historical interest in the area of Acklam, visiting the Avenue of Trees, Acklam Hall, St Mary's Church and Devil's Bridge.

Health Walk: Middlebeck

A 2.5 mile flat and easy circular walk from Pallister Park along Middlebeck, home to some of Middlesbrough's water voles.

Health Walk: Middlehaven

This is a 1.75 mile gentle walk along pavements and surfaced footpaths through the historic area around Middlesbrough Dock. The route takes in the iconic Transporter Bridge and the stadium of Middlesbrough Football Club.

History Walk: Park to Park

A circular walk around the historic estates of Stewart Park and Ormesby Hall.

Map: Art and Architecture

Map with suggestions for places to visit for those with an interest in Art and Architecture. Plus Companion notes »

Map: Commerce and Industry

Map with suggestions for places to visit for those with an interest in Commerce and Industry. Plus Companion notes »

Map: Haunted Middlesbrough

Map with suggestions for places to visit for those with an interest in the strange and spooky. Plus Companion notes »

Map: Recent Developments

Map for a self-guided tour around recent developments in central Middlesbrough. Includes a diverse range of buildings from mima to the new state of the art Police HQ.

Fun and Games

The Love Middlesbrough Big Quiz

How many ghosts haunt Middlesbrough? How many lakes does it have? Which award winning fashion designer based on Linthorpe Road designs exclusive dresses for Girls Aloud? More than 20 questions on facts like these are posed in the Middlesbrough Quiz, a brilliantly animated brain teaser hosted by none other than the Mayor of Middlesbrough, Ray Mallon.

Captain Cook's Challenge

Which country did Captain Cook discover? Which piece of public art can you text to change its colour? What was Middlesbrough once famous for making? 20 questions on facts like these are posed in the fun animated game hosted by none other than our most famous son, Captain James Cook.

The Brian Clough Activity Pack for Kids

Activities for kids of all ages with puzzles, games, colouring, writing and more.Plus Companion notes for parents & teachers »

In Video and Pictures

Video: That's What I Love About Home - Video Guide

Local celebrities talk about regeneration in Middlesbrough and the hosting of the BBC Proms in the town. In-depth commentary and great music, plus some stunning video of the area.

Video: Love, Learn and Work

'Live, Learn, Work' is a short and upbeat guide to living, working and learning in Middlesbrough. Aimed at young people, the film includes clips of local entrepreneurs Kate Fearnley of Kate Fearnley Boutique and Satish Shewhorak of moShine, Middlesbrough Football Club, the Transporter Bridge, mima, Middlehaven and the new Middlesbrough College.

Video: Prissick Plaza

Impressive moves from the Prissick Skate Plaza site.

Panorama: Middlesbrough Theatre

This 360° view on the BBC Tees website shows a production from Teesside Operatic Society. It was taken from the front of the stage during the company's curtain call for South Pacific.

Panorama: Roseberry Topping

Views from one of Tees Valley's most famous summits.

Pictures: One Big Night

One Big Night was held on April 23rd, 2009. Check out our fantastic photos of the event.

Travel and Transport Downloads

Middlesbrough Bus Station Stands

Middlesbrough Bus Station stands with effect from Sunday 29th March 2009.

Middlesbrough Town Centre Bus Stops

Middlesbrough Town Centre Bus Stops with effect from Sunday 29th March 2009.

Middlesbrough Cycling Map

Middlesbrough cycling map.

Middlesbrough Cycling in Stewart Park - Temporary Basis

Download a description of the new trial to permit cycling in Stewart Park taking place from 1 August - 3 October 2009 including a map of the permitted routes. For the Pathway Code of Conduct click here »

The trial is now over. If you have any comments, please contact Middlesbrough Council by telephone on 0800 013 6001, by email at parksandcountryside@middlesbrough.gov.uk or by completing a comments card at the Captain Cook Birthplace Museum.

Car Park Map

Our car park map shows locations and details of facilities available.