Tag: community
Communities in Focus Exhibition Opens at Willow Burn Hospice Gardens
The Communities in Focus summer exhibition is open at Willow Burn Hospice Gardens until 30 August, bringing together portraits and stories from across the Consett area.
1st Blackhill Scouts Launch Community Summer Fair
1st Blackhill Scouts are gearing up for a fantastic community event this July as they host their very own Summer Fair — planned, organised and run entirely by the Scouts themselves as part of their Fundraising Activity Badge. The fair will take place on Saturday 18th July, 10am–2pm at Scout HQ, Cons…
Randoms Retreat CIC, The “Horse Power” Healing Hearts and Minds in...
Horses Helping to Support Wellbeing in MedomsleyA community organisation in Medomsley is helping people improve their wellbeing through a unique approach that combines nature, outdoor learning and the calming presence of horses.Based near Fines Road, Randoms Retreat CIC provides support for children…
Consett – Once a Place to Go, Now a Last Resort?
Why is it that Consett was once the location chosen for a shopping trip, whether getting your fruit and veg, meat from the butchers,...
Lanchester Local Eric Hepplewhite Celebrated for Lifelong Community Impact
Born in 1947, Eric Hepplewhite is a true Lanchester local, with a lifelong connection to the village he calls home. He married his wife...
Nice Bites Café: Local Value and Community Spirit Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday during term time, the cosy and welcoming Nice Bites Café at Leadgate Salvation Army opens its doors to the community, serving up...
Unwrapping Togetherness: A Mindful Christmas at Shotley Bridge Nursery School
In today’s world, Christmas can often become commercialised; a flurry of shopping lists, decorations, and the pressure of finding the “perfect” gift. Yet, at...
The Story of Nico, Dica & Little Italy
Little Italy has quickly become a favourite spot in Leadgate.Run by Nico and Dica, with the friendly support of Tendai, the restaurant has...
The Story of Watts Stelling
Watts Stelling has lived his entire life in Leadgate’s Bradley Cottages. From childhood, football was his passion, excelling as a striker at school and...
November 2025 – Consett Magazine Print Edition
As the nights draw in and remembrance season begins, the Consett Magazine November 2025 print edition brings together local voices and uplifting stories from...