THE DONNISON EASTER FAYRE
Saturday 21st March
10.30am – 3.30pm
Step into spring at The Donnison School Heritage Centre as we host our annual Easter Fayre — a day of colour, creativity, and community. Enjoy egg hunts, Easter crafts, tombola, raffles, homemade cakes, and our café open for refreshments. Every penny raised supports our heritage and community work.
SUNDERLAND HISTORY FAIR
OPEN DAY AT THE DONNISON
Visit The Donnison School Heritage Centre on Saturday 30th May, 10.30am–3.00pm, as we join the Sunderland History Fair celebrations. Enjoy refreshments in our café, browse local history books and gifts, and step into our Georgian Schoolroom for a glimpse of 1800s school life. A warm welcome awaits all visitors.
Saturday 30th May
10.30am – 3.00pm
SUMMER FAYRE
SATURDAY 13TH JUNE
10.30am - 3.30pm
Join us for our annual Summer Fayre at The Donnison School Heritage Centre — a joyful celebration of summer, community, and tradition. From games and treasure hunts to plant stalls, sweet treats, and live music, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Our café will be open all day, and every visit helps support our heritage and community programmes.
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture in September. Places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history
Heritage Open Days will return 11-20 September 2026
The Donnison will be open on: Friday 11th, Saturday 12th, Sunday 13th Monday 14th, Wednesday 16th and Friday 18th
FREE ENTRY!
CHRISTMAS FAYRE
SATURDAY 21ST NOVEMBER
11.00 - 3.30pm
Save the Date – Donnison Christmas Fayre 2026
Get ready for one of the most magical days in The Donnison School calendar. Our Christmas Fayre returns on Saturday 21st November 2026, bringing festive cheer, community spirit, and all the traditional delights our visitors love.
From twinkling decorations to seasonal treats, this much‑loved event marks the start of Christmas at The Donnison. Whether you’re joining us for gifts, goodies, or simply the warm atmosphere, it’s a date you’ll want to mark in your diary.
Full details will be released closer to the time — but for now, save the date and get ready for a wonderful festive celebration.
