15/04/2026
We invite you to come together for Durham 420, our annual celebration of cannabis culture. This peaceful, stationary protest brings together members of the local and national cannabis community, including private prescription patients, campaigners, and supporters, to celebrate, socialise, and raise awareness.
Those attending will find a relaxed community atmosphere with music powered by Carnevil X Apes Togther Strong Sound Systems, community stalls, cultural art, food, and refreshments nearby, along with harm-reduction information and unbiased education about cannabis. Make your voice heard—join us for a day of community, discussion, and collective action as we call for an end to prohibition in the UK.
Time: 12 – 5 PM
Date: April 19th 2026
Raffle Drawn: 4:20pm (@ DCCC Stall)
Location: Elvet Green, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3JU
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This gathering is not a commercial event, but a peaceful, stationary protest and public assembly intended to raise awareness and express views regarding cannabis law reform and related social issues.
Participation is voluntary and undertaken by individuals exercising their rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, as protected under Articles 10 and 11 of the European Convention on Human Rights and the Human Rights Act 1998.
Attendees participate in a personal capacity and remain individually responsible for their conduct and compliance with UK law while respecting the local community. Nothing associated with this gathering encourages or condones unlawful activity.
*PSA*
There is a Public Spaces Protection Orders (PSPO) in effect banning the public consumption of alcohol in Durham City. So strictly NO ALCOHOL.
Limited parking is available in the adjoining car park with many more spaces at the near by Prince Bishops Multistorey car park and rowing club. There is no public vehicular access to the park, and no vehicles are allowed to park on the racecourse.
Finally, Elvet Green is a community garden and public park voluntarily maintained by members of our community, so please respect the space and help keep it clean.
Happy 420!
DCCC
