Pick your Halloween pumpkin at the Humble Garden
A little bit of autumn magic is coming to Ferryhill this October. The Humble Garden CIC is getting ready to welcome local families to a special Pumpkin Picking afternoon at the East End Allotments in Ferryhill.
Chilton Mayor celebrates ‘at home’ event
Chilton Mayor, Cllr Sue Reece, recently played host to civic leaders from across the region for her annual “Chain Gang” Mayor at Home event, bringing together neighbouring mayors and officials to promote the town and raise funds for charity.
Chilton hosts reboot of national zero bowls
Chilton’s Miners’ Welfare Park hosted the reboot of National Zero Bowls at the weekend.
Council to demolish derelict building
Derelict Feryemount House in Ferryhill is to be reacquired by Durham County Council with the intention to demolish the building and regenerate the site after years of delays and lack of progress from developers.
Cheers to Shapeshift Hair and Beauty Salon’s second anniversary
The Shapeshift Hair and Beauty Salon in Ferryhill marks its two-year milestone this month, paving its way as an independent and solo-owned business that is zealous about creating an inclusive, one-on-one space that is welcoming for everyone.
Pavilion set for Heritage Centre grand opening
The opening of the Chilton and Windlestone - Our Heritage at the Pavilion exhibition takes place on Friday, 25 September.
Annual Toy Appeal receives early boost
Chilton Town Council annual Christmas Toy Appeal is underway, calling on the local community to help bring holiday joy to children in need.
Simply Us music group debuts showcasing their year long achievements
A musical support group from Ferryhill’s LADDER Community Centre took the stage this Wednesday morning at the Shildons Foundations Livin Community hub to promote health and wellbeing through connectivity and sound.
A summer of fun for Bright Futures Ferryhill
Bright Futures Ferryhill CIC have ended the summer on a high after hosting holiday clubs to over 750 children during the 6 weeks school holidays.
Chilton 1st Scouts and Beavers proudly raise the Red Ensign
A proud symbol of seafaring history flew high above our community this week, writes Sue Reece, as Chilton Town Council, joined by the Chilton 1st Scouts, officially raised the Red Ensign to mark Merchant Navy Day.
