April 9, 2026

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Category : Country Life

Caution urged after rise in rural burglaries

Caution urged after rise in rural burglaries

ByMartin PaulNov 6, 2021

A 28-YEAR-OLD man was arrested after thieves targeted vehicles in rural Teesdale.A police spokesperson said three people targeted an address in Mickleton and took a quadbike and a scrambler bike…

Flora and fauna: Nothing particularly enchanting about this nuisance herb

Flora and fauna: Nothing particularly enchanting about this nuisance herb

ByTeesdale MercuryNov 6, 2021

Enchanter’s Nightshade (Circaea lutetiana)THE name enchanter’s nightshade is slightly misleading, since it is neither a nightshade nor is it known to enhance enchantment. You might be tempted to think that…

New farm manager among a host of new appointments at Raby Estates

New farm manager among a host of new appointments at Raby Estates

ByTeesdale MercuryNov 6, 2021

A NEW farm manager has been appointed by Raby Estates.Philip Vickers will oversee the extensive farming operation at Raby and drive forward the estate’s sustainable and regenerative farming strategy.As well…

Clive’s shearling ram sells for £38,000 at annual SSBA sale

Clive’s shearling ram sells for £38,000 at annual SSBA sale

ByTeesdale MercuryNov 2, 2021

A LARTINGTON farmer is celebrating after his shearling tup netted him £38,000 at the Swaledale Sheep Breeders Association’s annual ram sale at Kirkby Stephen. It is the second time in…

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