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Amazon Durham Employees Lend a Hand to Local Cancer Support Charities
A group of employees from the Amazon fulfilment centre in Durham have spent time volunteering with two cancer support charities.
14 team members from the...
Things to Do in Durham
Middleton Grange Hosts Spooktacular Halloween Weekender in Hartlepool
Shoppers are promised a thrilling experience in Hartlepool this year as Middleton Grange Shopping Centre has announced a Halloween weekender for families and visitors...
Sustainable Fashion Meets Charity: Faye Tozer’s Exclusive Collection for Feeding Families
POP singer and musical theatre star Faye Tozer has partnered with sustainable fashion business Wynyard Re:Loved for an exclusive wardrobe sale, with a portion...
Durham Business
A group of employees from the Amazon fulfilment centre in Durham have spent time volunteering with two cancer support charities.
14 team members from the Durham fulfilment centre volunteered at Fighting All Cancers Together (FACT) and Solan Connor Fawcett Cancer Trust. During the volunteering activities, the team organised raffle prizes...
![And none more so than the legend of the Sockburn Worm—a tale that gave rise to a ceremony still celebrated today. The formidable Sockburn Worm once terrorised this land, and it was Sir John Conyers who stepped forward as the hero, armed with his trusty falchion. Today, the Conyers Falchion remains a symbol of bravery, presented to each new Bishop of Durham in a ritual that bridges the present with a mythical past. Visitors to Durham Cathedral can still glimpse this storied relic as part of the Open Treasure Exhibition. } ] }](https://durhammagazine.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/sword-jpg.webp "The Enchanted Tale of the Sockburn Worm: Durham’s Mystical Dragon Slayer")
Unveiling Durham's Mystical Past
In County Durham, there is a timeless legend that captivates with its blend of chivalry, mythical creatures, and age-old rituals that spark the imagination. Enter the world of the Sockburn Worm - a formidable, dragon-like beast that once instilled fear in the land of Sockburn until...
If you run a business in County Durham, there’s never been a better time to grow. Revenue grants are now available to cover up to 40% of the costs for projects that boost productivity, reduce carbon emissions, or accelerate growth.
This funding is designed to help local businesses access...
As the British winter sets in, some people look forward to escaping the cold by jetting off to sunny destinations. But instead of fleeing the season, why not embrace it?
The colder season offers a chance to experience adventure, scenic beauty and wellness opportunities that are just as invigorating...
Science & Technology in Durham
The hybrid model is gaining popularity and companies are faced with the challenge of maintaining effective collaboration between employees. Even though they are a necessity, remote communication tools are often not good enough at substituting direct, human interaction. This is why designing office spaces not only should promote focused...
Construction works have begun near Bishop Auckland West Railway Station, creating brand-new visitor parking facilities, improving access to the Durham Dales and Bishop Auckland via Weardale Heritage Railway, further supporting Bishop Auckland’s blossoming tourism industry.
The Durham Dales Gateway development will comprise 88 car parking spaces, six electric vehicle charging...
Residents are set to benefit from a major new scheme to improve electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure in County Durham.
Durham County Council is working in partnership with Zest to identify an additional 250 charging locations across the county.
With 40 per cent of residents in County Durham not having a...
North East commercial solar and battery storage installer AR Power recently completed a large rooftop panel installation for a County Durham FE college as part of a £4m capital investment programme.
The Washington-based company, which manages a complete turnkey solution from design to installation, was awarded the contract by Bishop...
Durham Lifestyle
Why you should consider an active winter holiday
As the British winter sets in, some people look forward to escaping the cold by jetting off to sunny destinations. But instead of fleeing...
Cornerstone’s Therapy Dog Bob Transforms Homeless Support in the Northeast
Cornerstone Supported Housing and Counselling, a leading homeless charity in the Northeast, has been a beacon of hope and support for vulnerable individuals for...
Planning the Perfect Holiday: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stress-Free Travel
Planning your dream holiday for the first time?
By avoiding the travel agents, you can carefully handcraft an adventure that's perfectly suited to your tastes....
Charity Golf Day Raises Over £10,000 for Butterwick Hospice’s Life-Changing Services
A CHARITY golf day raised over £10,000 for a Hospice which has been supporting people across Teesside and County Durham for 40 years.
The event,...
Last Chance to Own a Home at County Durham’s Exclusive Lambton Park Estate
HOUSEHUNTERS can discover how to snap up one of the last remaining homes on an exclusive County Durham development at a special event this...
Durham Sport
Durham History
![And none more so than the legend of the Sockburn Worm—a tale that gave rise to a ceremony still celebrated today. The formidable Sockburn Worm once terrorised this land, and it was Sir John Conyers who stepped forward as the hero, armed with his trusty falchion. Today, the Conyers Falchion remains a symbol of bravery, presented to each new Bishop of Durham in a ritual that bridges the present with a mythical past. Visitors to Durham Cathedral can still glimpse this storied relic as part of the Open Treasure Exhibition. } ] }](https://durhammagazine.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/sword-324x235.webp "The Enchanted Tale of the Sockburn Worm: Durham’s Mystical Dragon Slayer")
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