Every Tuesday during term time, the cosy and welcoming Nice Bites Café at Leadgate Salvation Army opens its doors to the community, serving up a hearty two-course hot lunch prepared with care by the ...

In today’s world, Christmas can often become commercialised; a flurry of shopping lists, decorations, and the pressure of finding the “perfect” gift. Yet, at Shotley Bridge Nursery School, we believe ...

The Winter Solstice is celebrated in the northern hemisphere on December 21st each year. Traditionally, it is a festival that marks the shortest day and longest night and is synonymous with the demise ...

As festive lights brighten our streets and the year draws to a close, our Christmas in Consett December 2025 issue brings you stories that reflect the true heart of our community—connection, care, and ...

The Greencroft Estate in Annfield Plain is home to Lanchester Wines and Greencroft Bottling, sister businesses within the family-owned The Lanchester Group. Each is a leader in its sector, and ...

🎄 Christmas 2025 Issue OUT NOW! As festive lights appear across the town and another year draws to a close, the December 2025 edition of Consett Magazine is now available. This month brings together ...

Proudly celebrating 5 amazing years of caring for dogs across Consett, Stanley, and the surrounding areas! Founded by David Lowes from Consett and run with his partner Rachel, who leads their thriving ...

Running a business requires a lot of focus and flexibility, especially when every decision affects how the company grows and adapts. Whether you’re managing a small start-up or a growing enterprise, ...

Run by Nico and Dica, with the friendly support of Tendai, the restaurant has been part of Leadgate for the past two years. Little Italy, Nico making Pizza – By Chris Bruce – Consett in Focus With ...

I remember reading about a pioneering Christian pastor called Anna Woofenden, who founded a garden church in an abandoned car park. It was in the heart of a very poor and diverse community, bringing ...

The exhibition features suicide memorial quilts created by groups from across the UK under the banner Speak Their Name. Each quilt square represents an individual who has died, with every design ...

The Greencroft Estate in Annfield Plain is home to Greencroft Bottling and Lanchester Wines – sister businesses within the family-owned The Lanchester Group. Combined, each is amongst the leading ...