Tag: Lanchester
People Behind the Pour: David Barnett
A multi-skilled maintenance engineer from Lanchester is helping keep one of the North East’s leading bottling operations running smoothly. Durham Magazine spoke to David Barnett of Greencroft Bottling about his journey from apprentice to qualified engineer, the importance of hands-on problem solving, and why no two days in engineering are ever the same.
Sarah Revives Historic Ice Cream Shop with Family Roots
A historic family tradition is continuing in Lanchester thanks to Sarah and Liam, who opened The Old Ice Cream Shop on Station Road in 2023. Inspired by Sarah’s family roots in the North East ice cream trade dating back to 1937, the dog-friendly business now serves handcrafted ice cream, coffee, breakfasts and sweet treats to customers from across County Durham.
60 Volunteers Collect 50 Bags in Lanchester Clean-Up
Litter is more than just an eyesore. Discarded packaging, plastic bottles, cans and other waste can harm wildlife, pollute waterways and make communities feel...
Hop into Spring: Volunteer and Support Your Local Hospice!
As the days get longer and brighter, many people look for ways to get involved in their ommunity. Volunteering with Willow Burn Hospice in...
Steph Leithrow and the Story Behind Country Homes and Gifts
Steph Leithrow stepped in to take over Country Homes and Gifts during Covid, keeping a much-loved Lanchester shop in the family. Today, it remains a warm, welcoming part of village life, built on community spirit, thoughtful gifts and a genuine local connection.
The Family Behind Lanchester Country Basket
Every village needs a proper fruit and veg shop — somewhere you can pop in for a single apple or something fresh for tonight’s...
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...
Marjorie Gray’s Long Connection to Lanchester’s Red Cross Shop
The British Red Cross is a volunteer-led charity helping people in crisis, in the UK and around the world. It's work helps people prepare...
March 2026 – Consett Magazine Print Edition
For 44 years, Jed has stood behind the counter at Lanchester Hardware.Advice.
Experience.
A proper conversation.In a world of online checkouts and big chains, places like this still matter.The March issue celebrates the independent spirit running through Consett and beyond.Pick up your copy this week and read the full story.
Meet The People Behind the Pour: Nick Crowther, Forklift Truck instructor...
The Greencroft Estate in Annfield Plain (DH9) is home to Lanchester Wines and Greencroft Bottling – sister businesses within the family-owned The Lanchester Group....