October 24, 2026
Category : News
Makeover for ‘grotty’ pink Cotherstone Village Hall walls
COTHERSTONE Village Hall’s “grotty pink” walls and yellow ceiling have been given a fresh makeover thanks to college students.Trades4Care, a group that offers practical experience for students alongside qualified professionals…
Great news’ as 25-year lease is agreed for village play park
A NEW lease for a village playground that has been closed for more than a year could be ready to sign this month. Gainford Activity Park, situated on land owned…
New venue where emerging artists can take centre stage
TWO of Barnard Castle’s county councillors took their place in the spotlight when a new performance area at the town’s arts complex was unveiled. Cllrs Richard Bell and Ted Henderson…
Match funding joy for village’s chapel project
THE transformation of a historic chapel into a vibrant community shop, cafe and heritage centre has received a timely funding boost. The Cotherstone Old Chapel Project, has launched its second…
Much to celebrate for rejuvenated lights group
It’s been another busy year for the hardworking volunteers of Cockfield’s Christmas Lights committee, as Stuart Laundy discovered PRETTY much everyone loves a party at this time of year and…
