Local Historian Tom Hutchinson brings a walking tour ‘Down the Batts’ to life with interesting stories about colourful characters from bygone years. 105.9 Bishop FM · Down the Batts with Tom Hutchinson Please feel free to browse some of Gillian’s snaps from the walk….
Bishop Auckland artist JGMiller chats through the inspiration behind a selection of his local scenes in a short slideshow. Paintings depicted are: 60’s Market Place Blues 1 – Moors 2 Kissing in the Backrow Meet me on the Corner (Rossi’s) Silent Night Underneath the Arches See more at https://jgmillerart.co.uk Video by https://dxps.com
Bishop Auckland Theatre Society presents the Charles Dickens classic A Christmas Carol
Two new services are aiming to help people aged 25 and over across County Durham into employment, thanks to European funding.
Youngsters swapped the classroom for Santa’s workshop when they took part in festive activities inspired by a theatre’s family production.
Children in Bishop Auckland are looking forward to a fun filled Christmas party after an event raised nearly £900 for their nursery.
Efforts to reduce air pollution are underway as homes in County Durham keep cosy this winter.
School pupils who entered the County Durham Growing Challenge have received green prizes to keep blossoming.
Free snacks and store cupboard staples are on offer to families in Bishop Auckland this winter in a bid to reduce food waste.
Durham Vocal Festival is set to return for a third year, promising world famous artists, thousands of performers and two world premieres.