Cricket preparations continue
Although the first game of the season isn’t until 16th April, Shildon Railway Cricket Club is busily preparing for the season ahead. After Easter, senior and junior practices will commence, with...
Groups invited to use community bus
Shildon Community Bus has recently received a grant from the County Durham Community Foundation to ensure the continued provision of cost effective transport. The service is...
Shildon still top of the League
Shildon AFC continued their good form on Saturday 18th January with a good 2 – 1 victory at Whitley Bay. This was Shildon’s 7th win in a row, keeping them top of the league. The Railwaymen took control of the...
New cricket season underway
Shildon Railway Cricket Club commences a new life in the North Yorkshire and South Durham Premiere Cricket League this weekend with the second team leading the way, playing their first game on...
Choir members are Happy in Harmony
Happy in Harmony is a music coaching business that aims to create musical magic for everyone. Founder, Rosie Bradford, is the musical director of...
Revd. David shows pride in town’s youth
Saint John’s Church demonstrated its generosity once again last week as members held a collection in support of the creativity of the young people of Shildon. Jubilee band stalwarts Natalie and ...
A Christmas message from the Mayor of Shildon
Spare a thought for those who will be alone or at work supporting others. I send my best wishes to all our armed forces around the world, keeping us safe in these troubled times and of course all our emergency services. We all are in your debt, and we thank you.
Shildon’s own ‘Mastercraftsman’
Ken Simpson of Simpson’s Cobblers in Church Street has been awarded ‘First Place’ for his craftsmanship in the ‘Joh. Rendenbach jr. Master Craftsman of the Year’ competition, which was...
Bus depot reunion
A reunion is taking place for former staff of the now closed Bishop Auckland United/Arriva bus depot. The event, featuring a buffet and disco, will be held at Cockton Hill WMC on...
Baby bank pops up in Shildon
Shildon Town Council hosted the first ever baby pop up event at the town council offices last week. The event was well attended by over 25 expectant and new mothers and their families.




