Weardale Gazette

15/02/2025

https://www.weardale-gazette.co.uk/dalesfolk-remembered

Dalesfolk RememberedSir Paul Nicholson KCVO ,  KStJ  1938 – 2025THE funeral of a great friend to Weardale was held in Durham Cathedral on February

15/02/2025

https://www.weardale-gazette.co.uk/walking-with-beryl

WALKING WITH BERYL

14/02/2025

On Sunday 16 February why not join us for our ManWalk? 👣

We're meeting 9:45am at Low Barns Nature Reserve. Open to any men.

14/02/2025

ANNOUNCEMENT:
Shaw Lesley
Passed away on 5th February aged 44 years.
Friends, please meet for a service at Wear Valley Crematorium, Coundon on Thursday 20th February at 9.30am.
Donations can be left in memory of Lesley at the crematorium for Cancer Research UK.

14/02/2025

https://www.weardale-gazette.co.uk/walking-netball-in-wolsingham-by-anita-atkinson?

WALKING NETBALL IN WOLSINGHAMBy Anita AtkinsonA WELL-ESTABLISHED group that meets in Wolsingham Leisure Centre every Monday night isenjoying success.The

13/02/2025

Community Meeting to discuss Stanhope development
A community meeting is taking place in Stanhope to discuss the proposed development of five dwellings on the land bordered by High Street, Graham Street and Front Street, planning reference DM/25/00139/FPA.
The meeting is to discuss and share views on the proposal and the potential impact on local residents.
Saturday 15th February, 3.30pm - 4.30pm in St Thomas' Church Hall, Front Street, Stanhope

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Durham…

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The curlew's evocative call marks the arrival of spring in the North Pennines with the first calls heard in February. The largest European wading bird, curlew spend much of the year on coasts or estuaries, migrating north and inland to breed on moorland or grassland.

Curlew are in crisis with a 48% decline in the breeding population in the UK since the mid-1990s. The UK is the third most important country in the world for breeding curlew and home to 25% of the global breeding population. Read more: https://northpennines.org.uk/curlews-calling/

13/02/2025

🚂 Celebrating Claire Gibbons: First female General Manager at Weardale Railway! 🌟
We’re thrilled to announce Claire Gibbons' new role as the General Manager of Weardale Railway! Claire’s journey with us began three years ago when she stepped into the role of Senior Community Liaison Officer. In that time, building connections with local residents, businesses, schools, and community groups, sharing the rich history and all the amazing things the railway has to offer.

As she embarks on this new role, Claire is looking ahead to a landmark year filled with exciting opportunities for the Weardale Railway. “We have a really exciting year ahead,” Claire shares, with plans to collaborate with many Bishop Auckland groups to organise incredible events encouraging more people to discover the hidden gems of the Weardale line. The breath-taking journey from Bishop Auckland to Weardale, a route Claire says “never ceases to amaze,” continues to captivate locals and visitors alike.

“When I came here three years ago, I knew very little about trains. But once I got the opportunity to drive a train, it really got under my skin.”

Looking ahead, Claire is eager to make the most of the opportunities that come with her new role. We’re all excited to see the positive changes and vibrant events that lie ahead under her leadership. Congratulations to Claire on this well-deserved promotion!

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13/02/2025

Frosterley Youth Club
Come along and join the fun
5-6pm for 7-11 year olds
6-7pm for 11-16 years olds
Mondays during term time at Frosterley Village Hall

13/02/2025