Spennymoor News

Victoria Jubilee Junior Parkrun and Go Well CiC are incredibly proud to have been recognised as HIGHLY COMMENDED at the School Games Impact Awards in the Engaging Stakeholders category.

From fighting the town to top of the town: Billy McAloon's journey from ordinary citizen to Mayor of Spennymoor.

Plans to build up to 350 new homes in Tudhoe have been approved despite concerns the area lacks the infrastructure to support the development. 

Spenny Youth Fest '26 makes a return this Summer to Spennymoor Youth and Community Centre. The Association is appealing for youth clubs, groups and service providers to register for a stand.

Preparations are well underway for another fantastic celebration of one of Spennymoor’s most cherished events – the Spennymoor Town Gala.

A Union flag raising ceremony on the newly installed flagpole took place on Thursday 28 May in Newfield Park, which was attend by both Spennymoor Division County Councillors Liz Maddison and Pete Molloy, and some of the village residents.

St. Andrew's Church Summer Fair and Grand Draw takes place on Saturday 13 June, 10.30am-12 noon in the Church Hall, Barnfield Road.

A fast-growing local running group made a strong impression this week as the Spenny Striders took on the NYMAC Relays at Stewart Park, fielding five teams and 20 runners in just their second organised event together.

Go Well Trails launched in Jubilee Park on 26 April in partnership with Spennymoor Town Council - and is LIVE for 8 weeks.

Ever wondered what happens at the WI? Go along and find out how to be part of a national organisation and connect with other women whilst being part of a friendly group of local women for fun and friendship.