Like many people, Steph Leithrow’s plans changed during Covid. When her parents retired, Steph stepped in to take over Country Homes and Gifts, a much-loved shop in the heart of Lanchester. With mum ...

When slight subsidence was discovered to part of the chancel arch in the old village church, experts were called in to investigate the cause to this 11th century building close to Consett. The Book by ...

New hub opening in The Grove Primary school, Oakfield Lane, Consett, DH8 8AP. Our mission is to unleash the power of food and ignite long-lasting change in struggling neighbourhoods across the UK. We ...

Consett has a long history of immigration and integration which all started almost 400 years ago with the arrival of the German Lutherans. In Surtees book, he states that they settled here in the ...

The Red Kite Awards, founded by Liz Twist MP, shine a spotlight on individuals and organisations who work tirelessly to support their communities. This year’s events took place at Citizens’ House in ...

Fifty-nine dedicated fishermen from across the North East came together at the picturesque Derwent Reservoir in County Durham this past weekend for a charity fishing event in support of the Great ...

The Greencroft Estate in Annfield Plain (DH9) is home to Lanchester Wines and Greencroft Bottling – sister businesses within the family-owned The Lanchester Group. Each is among the leading businesses ...

Tucked away in the heart of County Durham, Consett is a vibrant town that proudly blends its rich industrial past with a vibrant community spirit. Once a powerhouse of steel production, this town has ...

The owl didn’t hoot, he sang Bohemian Rhapsody every night in the depths of the deep dark wood, close to the town on the hill. The only problem was, although he had a magnificent singing voice the ...

If you have a passion for flowers and want to make new friends, then the Derwent Valley Flower Club may just be the perfect group for you! This group of flower enthusiasts come together to have fun ...

We get calls almost every day from local people — often older residents or those not online — asking for help finding services, contact details, or local support. We’re always happy to help. If we can ...

A new after-school art club is inviting young people in Consett to look at their town’s industrial heritage with fresh eyes, a spray can’s confidence and a pop artist’s sense of fearlessness. STEEL & ...