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Durham News 9th October 2024

19th Century Red Lion Pub in Stockton Set for Auction This October

The Red Lion pub on the corner of Ramsgate and West Row in Stockton-on-Tees town centre is to go up for auction this month with a £160,000 guide price. The 19th century pub is set to be sold in the next live streamed sale to be held by SDL Property Auctions, which is part of […]
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Durham News 9th August 2024

Stained-Glass-Inspired Art Installation Debuts at Auckland Tower

A major outdoor art installation, inspired by England’s oldest stained-glass windows, has been unveiled on the exterior of Auckland Tower in Bishop Auckland.   Following a nationwide and rigorous selection process, the installation has been created by Bristol-based artist and illustrator James Gibbs and nine arched panels taking inspiration from St Peter’s Chapel at Auckland Castle […]
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Durham News 23rd July 2024

Discover Mr. Sly’s Bold Collages and Contemporary Pop Culture Art

Mr. Sly is a British artist known for his mixed media collages and contemporary interpretations of 20th Century pop culture. His bold, graphic images have become his unique trademark. With a background in photo restoring and graphic design, Mr. Sly meticulously blends these talents in his artwork. Producing both limited edition prints and original pieces, […]
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Durham News 27th June 2024

Historic Darlington Library Shines with Modern Lighting from Zumtobel and Thorn

The Zumtobel Group lighting brands Thorn and Zumtobel and contractor Lytestream devised a comprehensive lighting solution for Darlington Library that seamlessly blended heritage preservation with modern functionality. Darlington Library, originally known as the Edward Pease Free Library, is a testament to the town’s rich historical and cultural heritage. Built in 1885 with a later extension […]
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Durham News 10th June 2024

Explore Prehistoric Giants at Bishop Auckland Town Hall’s New Exhibitions

Visitors are invited to step back in time with two new exhibitions showing the giant prehistoric monsters that once roamed the UK and Europe. Carboniferous Monsters will be at Bishop Auckland Town Hall this summer until Saturday 31 August. Situated in the Durham County Council venue’s main gallery, visitors can step back to the Carboniferous […]
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Durham News 28th May 2024

The Auckland Project Unveils Its Redeveloped Gardens and Celebrates with New Events

The Auckland Project, founded by philanthropists Jonathan and Jane Ruffer, proudly revealed the redesigned Walled Garden on Saturday, 25th May. This significant project has been nearly a decade in the making and represents a remarkable blend of history, art, and creativity. A Garden Reimagined by Pip Morrison The redesigned garden is the brainchild of Pip […]
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Durham News 7th May 2024

From Past to Present: Transforming Old Durham Gardens with Barratt Homes’ Contribution

The Friends of Old Durham Gardens, a charity dedicated to the upkeep, restoration, and management of Old Durham Gardens, has welcomed a £1,500 donation from Barratt Homes North East, sourced from their nearby Old Durham Gate development. Additionally, volunteers from Barratt Homes’ Finance and site teams have joined the charity’s efforts. The £1,500 donation will […]
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Durham News 19th April 2024

Farm Cats in Need: Could Your Outdoor Space Be Their New Home?

Do you have the space for a farm cat? The RSPCA has issued a desperate plea to find homes for farm cats who prefer exploring the great outdoors rather than curling up on a lap. Farm cats, or outdoorsy cats, don’t necessarily have to live on a farm but are looking for a home with […]
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Durham News 14th April 2024

200 Years of Advocacy: RSPCA Launches Bold Campaign to Transform Animal Perceptions

In the North East, nine out of ten people believe dogs can feel happy – but just under four out of ten think chickens can The RSPCA says we need to “radically rethink” our relationship with all animals as it launches its new For Every Kind campaign to mark its 200th year – as it […]
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Durham News 15th March 2024

The Auckland Project: A Spring Reawakening with Art, History, and Music

The Auckland Project is re-open after its winter hiatus with a new events programme bringing together art, history and music at its historic site in the heart of Bishop Auckland. A new exhibition, Nature and the Ideal: Pioneers of British Landscape opens in the Bishop Trevor Gallery at Auckland Castle on 13th March, highlighting a […]
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