Tag: Durham Light Infantry
The Light Durham Announces Autumn and Winter Events Programme
Durham City’s newest cultural venue has announced an ambitious programme of events, talks, performances and creative experiences designed to brighten the darker months ahead.
Inspired...
Opening Weekend Celebrates Culture, Creativity and Community at The Light
Visitors of all ages enjoyed their first look inside The Light, Durham’s brand-new cultural attraction, as it officially opened to the public.
A packed programme...
Treasured DLI Collection Items Prepared for Display in Durham
Treasured items that help share the stories of those who served in the Durham Light Infantry (DLI) are being prepared for display at a...
Armed Forces Week Marked With Commemorative Event At The Story In...
Durham County Council has reaffirmed its commitment to the Armed Forces during a national week of recognition.
The council held a commemorative event at The...
County Durham’s Wartime History Brought to Life in New Exhibition at...
A thought-provoking new exhibition examining the lasting impact of conflict on County Durham’s communities has opened to the public.
A Debt Beyond Words explores the...
Rare First World War Ledger Returns to County Durham Archive
A rare handwritten ledger recording the names of hundreds of North East men who volunteered to serve during the First World War has been...
Durham Marks VJ Day with Family Events and Tributes
As the nation marks the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War, a council will pay tribute to those who fought...
The Fighting Bradfords: Medals of Heroic WWI Soldier Return to Durham
The medals awarded to the eldest of four North East brothers who all fought with valour in the First World War are now back...
Wakenshaw Gun Displayed at New Durham Visitor Attraction
As the anniversary of Victoria Cross hero Adam Wakenshaw’s remarkable act of bravery approaches, his grandson has spoken of his pride at seeing the...
Discover The Story: County Durham’s New Heritage Attraction Now Open
A new visitor attraction celebrating the past, present and future of County Durham is now open to the public.
Durham County Council officially opened The...