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Medal of Honour
A poem by local poet Anthony Page, on remembrance, faith and a plea for war to cease. First published in our July 2026 print edition.
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.
August 2026 – Consett Magazine Print Edition
🎉 The August 2026 Print Edition of Consett Magazine Is Out NowThe August 2026 edition of Consett Magazine has arrived, bringing together another inspiring...
July 2026 – Consett Magazine Print Edition
🎉 The July 2026 Print Edition of Consett Magazine Is Out NowThe July 2026 edition of Consett Magazine is here, bringing together another warm...
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…
People Behind the Pour: Nic Jamieson
The Greencroft Estate in Annfield Plain (DH9) is home to Lanchester Wines and Greencroft Bottling, sister businesses within the family-owned The Lanchester Group. Each...
King’s Trust Students Create Community Garden for Glenroyd House
Young people taking part in a King's Trust employability programme at a local college have helped create a new community garden area for residents and visitors at Glenroyd House in Consett.The project was completed as part of the 12-week programme, which supports young people aged 16 to 25 by helpin…
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…
Abigail Lodge Resident Celebrates Incredible 106th Birthday
A resident at Abigail Lodge Care Home in Consett celebrated a remarkable milestone on 2 June 2026 as she turned 106 years old.Noreen, who was born in Ireland in 1920, marked the occasion surrounded by family, friends and fellow residents during a special birthday celebration at the care home.The cel…
Fifty Years of Magic at Beechdale Nursery School
Beechdale Nursery School in Consett is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of supporting children and families across the local community.Since opening its doors in 1975, the nursery has welcomed generations of children, with many former pupils now returning as parents and grandpa…