February 13, 2026

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Category : News

For whom the bell tolls: How town crier Ian answered his town’s…

For whom the bell tolls: How town crier Ian answered his town’s…

ByTeesdale MercuryJul 19, 2023

A chance meeting led to the return of town crying in Barnard Castle. Nearly two decades later, it’s still going strong. Work experience reporter Amy Hobson caught up with town…

Frustration as demoliton of St Peter’s in Gainford delayed

Frustration as demoliton of St Peter’s in Gainford delayed

ByTeesdale MercuryJul 19, 2023

PLANNERS say there is nothing stopping St Peter’s in Gainford being demolished, despite the owners appealing consent conditions.Ruttle Plant Hire was given permission by Durham County Council planners in May…

Proposed vehicle ban on historic road to Tan Hill

Proposed vehicle ban on historic road to Tan Hill

ByTeesdale MercuryJul 18, 2023

COUNTY officers have recommended that vehicles should no longer be allowed to use a historic road to Tan Hill.Sleightholme Moor Road, a route between Gilmonby and Arkengarthdale, has been used…

Museum marks swan’s 250th celebration – £250,000 needed to make it work…

Museum marks swan’s 250th celebration – £250,000 needed to make it work…

ByTeesdale MercuryJul 18, 2023

THE Bowes Museum in Barnard Castle has opened a six-month exhibition inspired by its iconic and most loved object, the Silver Swan.The show is about celebrating the beauty and artistry…

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