Tag: History

Part one of three. Two sons of an eighteenth century Allensford farming family rose to the heart of government and international diplomacy.

A postcard of Muggleswick Church, posted from Castleside in 1913, led to the story of a young Weardale man killed six weeks before the Armistice.

Consett Rotary hosted an presentation event at Consett Golf Club recently to celebrate three local students who were given a bursary by Dr Trudy...

George Ledger - Consett in FocusBrewing beer is a blend of science and art, with a history stretching back over 12,000 years. The process...

Dear Consett ReadersWelcome to the September issue of Consett Magazine! As summer turns to autumn, our community is bustling with exciting stories and events....

D-Day 6 June 1944Arthur Agar was born in Leadgate in 1925 and joined up in March 1943 at the age of 17. These are...

Dear Consett Residents,As we usher in 2024, our community's stories of passion, creativity, and resilience continue to inspire. This January, we're excited to bring...

Weddings are a joyous time filled with celebration but potentially also the most planning you’ve ever had to do in your life!A wedding,...

Come and join us on our fortnightly coach trips from Consett to interesting places in the Northeast. We normally set out for a full...

Lumo, the train operator, has been warmly embraced as the inaugural Business Champion of Beamish Museum.This distinctive program recognises businesses that go above and...