Tag: community
Editorial June 2025: Grounded in Community, Guided by Conversation
It’s been a month of important conversations. After last issue’s piece on the proposed new Consett Hospital, we were reminded just how much people...
A Life of Grace: Remembering Edith Coates (1921–2025)
A Life of Grace: Remembering Edith Coates (1921–2025)On 20th March, Redwell Hills Care Home in Leadgate, Consett was filled with warmth, laughter, and celebration...
Davisons: A Consett Institution Since 1956
Steve Webb - Consett in FocusIn 1956, a small shop opened its doors on Watling Street in Leadgate, nestled between a butcher's and a...
Brian Lewins: Consett’s Own Mrs Brown Raises Thousands for Alzheimer’s
George Ledger - Consett in FocusFor over a decade, Brian Lewins has been a familiar sight in Consett's supermarkets, dressed as the beloved TV...
Capturing Consett: A Visual Journey Through Time
The talented photographers of Consett in Focus have compiled their most striking images into a stunning new book, offering a unique glimpse into the...
Jamie Welsh: Boxing for a Brighter Leadgate
George Ledger - Consett in FocusIn the heart of Leadgate, a village that had never boasted its own boxing club, Jamie Welsh is making...
Consett Magazine Editorial – March 2025
As we turn the pages of this month's Consett Magazine, we're reminded of the rich tapestry that makes our community so special. From the...
Castleside Constructors: Castleside Primary School Pupils Take on Nursery Construction Project!
Move over, seasoned contractors—there’s a new construction crew in town, and it’s led by the energetic pupils of Castleside Primary School! The Reception Class...
Gary Holiday: Preserving Durham Cathedral’s Heritage
Chris Bruce - Consett in FocusGary Holiday, a master stonemason from Benfieldside, leads a skilled team at Durham Cathedral dedicated to preserving its historic...
Mirrin Joins the Consett Magazine Team
We’re excited to welcome Mirrin Alexander as the newest member of the Consett Magazine team!Mirrin will be out and about in Consett and...