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Why this well-known Northumberland village is more than just its castle
12+ hour, 28+ min ago (1019+ words) Bamburgh is the tiny Northumberland coastal village that has repeatedly been named the UK's best seaside town. And it is all thanks to its castle, golden beach, and 1,400 years of royal history. Long before it was a holiday destination, Bamburgh…...
Popular North East pub to close for weeks during six-figure revamp
16+ hour, 28+ min ago (328+ words) A popular North East pub is set to undergo a major refurbishment as part of a six-figure investment by owner Greene King. The Rudds Arms, on Stokesley Road in Marton-in-Cleveland, will temporarily close from Monday (July 27), while work is carried…...
Festive favourite Cinderella panto to return to Hartlepool this Christmas
8+ hour, 28+ min ago (435+ words) A festive panto tradition is set to return this Christmas. One of Hartlepool’s biggest festive family traditions, Cinderella, will light up the stage at the Town Hall Theatre from Thursday, December 10 to Sunday, December 27. While it may be scary to…...
The 'middle‑of‑nowhere' waterfall walk with plunge pool for wild swimming and picnics
8+ hour, 28+ min ago (617+ words) Linhope Spout is one of those Northumberland spots that feels like a real find - a short, scenic walk in the Breamish Valley ending at a dramatic waterfall, a deep plunge pool and a glade that is ideal for a 'kids…...
How Teesside is becoming one of Britain's best places to grow older
8+ hour, 28+ min ago (581+ words) From ukulele lessons to community transport, Teesside is establishing itself as one of the best places in the country for older residents to stay active, independent and connected. Leading mobility retailer, Careco, has recognised Stockton as a leading area for…...
Beamish marks 50 years since Rowley Station became its first transplanted building
20+ hour, 28+ min ago (573+ words) Beamish is marking a milestone in its own history as it celebrates half a century since a County Durham railway station became the first building to be transplanted to the museum site. The museum is hosting a weekend of activities…...
North East housebuilder secures go-ahead for luxury 49 house development
10+ hour, 58+ min ago (410+ words) A North East housebuilder has secured the go‑ahead for a new luxury housing development marking a key step in expanding its presence within a city growth area. Homes by Esh has received planning approval to build 49 homes in Tunstall,…...
County Durham fines for littering to rise to £500 as 'litter cams' trialled
12+ hour, 28+ min ago (500+ words) Durham County Council is launching a new wave of anti-litter measures, including an Autumn Big Clean, trial cameras to catch offenders and tougher fines, as it looks to modernise how it keeps the county tidy. The authority invests £6 million in…...
The historic butchers whose pork pies attract visitors from around the world
10+ hour, 28+ min ago (578+ words) A Yorkshire butcher trading from one of Ripon’s most recognisable buildings has been serving customers for more than 150 years. Appleton’s Butchers was founded in the historic cathedral city in 1867 and has become particularly renowned for its traditional Yorkshire pork pies....
Mercedes driver from Bishop Auckland hit with 14‑month ban for drug driving
10+ hour, 58+ min ago (166+ words) A County Durham woman has been banned for 14 months after driving with a high level of a cocaine breakdown product in her blood. Sarah Boddy, of Moule Crescent, Auckland Park, Bishop Auckland, was found to have at least 204 micrograms per…...