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Spotlight on ‘behind-the-scenes’ in new gallery space

Spotlight on ‘behind-the-scenes’ in new gallery space

ByMartin PaulDec 20, 2024

CABINETS OF CURIOSITY: Collection curator Joe Kinsey and learning manager Alia Cruz were using special museum vacs when they carried out cleaning work on a 19th century doll’s bed, left

Season of delights in store from Highlights

Season of delights in store from Highlights

ByTeesdale MercurySep 29, 2023

THEATRE, dance, live music and cabaret performances are just some of the “highlights” to look forward to in Teesdale village halls and community venues this autumn with the rural touring…

Ewes dominate at Langdon Beck

Ewes dominate at Langdon Beck

ByMartin PaulSep 28, 2023

MORNING showers cleared to allow for a successful day at Langdon Beck Show. Robert Hutchinson’s ewe was judged the top open female and went on to take the open championship…

Walking group folds after one final outing

Walking group folds after one final outing

ByTeesdale MercurySep 28, 2023

Joan Martin laments the loss of Barnard Castle Ramblers after decades of roaming the hills and dales, both close to home and further afieldI HAVE been writing reports for Barnard…

Botany group talks

Botany group talks

ByTeesdale MercurySep 28, 2023

Two free public talks will be hosted by the Upper Teesdale Botany Group this autumn. The group was founded and is led by Dr Margaret Bradshaw, author of the recently-published…