Durham Miners' Gala 2026 | The Big Meeting Begins

Welcome to the Durham Miners' Gala 2026, also known as The Big Meeting—one of the UK's most iconic celebrations of mining heritage, community, and trade union history.` In this video, I capture the start of the day as thousands of people gather in Durham. From the early morning atmosphere to the arrival of the magnificent banners, brass bands, and crowds filling the historic streets, this is where another memorable Gala begins. Whether you've attended the Gala for years or are discovering it for the first time, I hope this video gives you a taste of the unique spirit and tradition that makes this annual event so special. If you enjoyed the video, please consider liking, commenting, and subscribing for more videos featuring events, heritage, history, travel, and life across the UK. Filmed: Durham Miners' Gala 2026 Location: Durham, County Durham, England #DurhamMinersGala #BigMeeting #Durham #CountyDurham #BrassBands #MiningHeritage #TradeUnion #Heritage #NorthEastEngland #UKEvents #Documentary #WalkingTour #History #Culture #TravelUK