July 4, 2026
Pretty little flower that takes its time
Wood anemone Anemone nemorosa WOOD anemone flowers in March, when a six inch leafy stem emerges from a thin, woody underground rhizome. The leaves are tri-lobed, and bear a single…
Poems raise another £300 for good cause
POEMS inspired by childhood days in Barnard Castle, have raised another £300 for charity. During lockdown Denis Hodgson, who grew up in Barnard Castle but now lives with his wife…
New comedy show by ex-cop will make for an arresting evening
EX-POLICE office turned comedian Alfie Moore will be leading an investigation into what makes Teesdale folk laugh when he performs in Barnard Castle early next month. Well known for his…
Gillian romps home in season’s first competition
BOWLS TWENTY members took part in the first competition of the season in cool but bright conditions, playing in two groups in a round robin format. Everyone played five games…
