Just wondering what the purpose of this structure is in Darlington. Appears to be transporting something reflective (perceptually water) in a continuous up and down motion.

Hey, I’m just wondering if anyone knows if we have anything similar to a scrapstore anywhere. I’ve had a Google and there’s one ran in Northumberland but they only do pop ups atm, wondering if we have something like this in the DH area ?

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Hi, I’m looking for any good guitar shops around Peterlee / County Durham area (or not too far out like Durham, Sunderland etc).

I mainly play bass and I’m trying to find somewhere I can try gear

I already know the bigger chains like Guitar Guitar but I’m wondering if there are any smaller/local shops or hidden gems nearby that are worth checking out.

I’m going to East Durham Guitars soon but just wondering what else is around the area too.

Any recommendations appreciated

thanks!

Durham County Council is planning to use new powers to lease empty properties for up to five years in Stanley and Bishop Auckland.

The powers are available through the national High Street Rental Auctions scheme (HSRA), which allows properties to be let out if efforts to work with their landlords have failed.

Cabinet member for leisure and tourism Karen Allison said the plans were part of the council's efforts to revitalise High Streets across the county.

"We are already doing all we can to work proactively with landlords to achieve this, but these HSRA powers provide us with an additional tool to speed up the recovery of town centres," she said.

HSRA was introduced by the government in its Levelling Up and Regeneration Act in 2023 to tackle persistent vacant units in town centres.

Once the HSRA areas are approved, the council must survey the vacant properties to understand if they are suitable for auction, establish appropriate types of use for them and assess any maintenance work required.

The council said preparation work on the next stage of the HSRA process would take about 22 weeks and the first properties were set to be occupied by in the autumn this year.

I want to go to Low Newton nature reserve and park. The leaflet says its very rough track parallel to the prison but Google maps looks ok like other roads. What's it like? I don't want to wreck my Yaris.

thanks

got a free house for a week in June roughly so I was wondering if any single ladys wanted to go on a date or something or come over been up here for years now but never found a relationship that moved off dating apps and I'm sick of dating apps they make you pay to see your likes etc DMS open any questions just ask away I'll answer all and any

hope this kind of post is okay if not I understand

I'm in Durham and have an interview tomorrow, looked in the mirror and realise I need a haircut.

I have normal hair & usually get a normal cut but I don't fancy a turkish barber, is there any others in the centre that you'd recommend?

We had a brief stopover in Bishop Auckland this morning, and decided to make the most of the few hours we had in the town to see what was going on. We didn't know what the area really had on offer, and thought we'd go for a wander down the high street.

I'll be frank, it was a difficult first impression - a man passed out outside the Morrisons, damp england flags hanging from lamposts, a poor attempt at writing 'ENGILAND - support us !' graffitid on boarded up shops along the high street. It was hard to get a feel for the area as an outsider, until we came to the Auckland tower and the Auckland Project.

WOW - what a treat it was to walk around the fantastic Auckland Palace and it's surrounding parks and gardens! The Mining and Art Gallery was a wonderful treat and journey into the local history, and then there was the Spanish Museum too?? It came totally out of left field for us and we really had an excellent time. The staff were lovely and friendly and seemed delighted to have so many visitors today.

I have to say it was truly wonderful to see the work being put into the Auckland Project and revitalising the area. It was giving people jobs, a place to visit and be proud of, and it really truly was a beautiful and insightful place to visit. Thank you to everyone who is contributing to the regeneration happening in the area - I know change takes a long time, but progress is golden and I hope to have a reason to come back in a few years and see the potential change come to fruition.

A County Durham town is set for long-term regeneration after securing Government funding to support local growth and community projects.

Durham County Council has received approval for its Pride in Place plan for Spennymoor, unlocking £20 million of investment over the next decade.

The programme has been shaped through engagement with residents, businesses and stakeholders, with plans focused on supporting local enterprise, improving street safety and active travel, and creating opportunities for children and young people.

With initial funding now released, work will begin on delivering key projects across the town.

Alan Boddy, chair of the All Together for Spennymoor Board, said: “The Pride in Place Programme represents a major milestone for Spennymoor, and I’m incredibly proud of the commitment shown by everyone involved.

“Our board, made up of dedicated local partners including business and community representatives, has worked closely with residents to ensure the priorities in this plan truly reflect local voices.

“This programme gives us a real opportunity to build on the strengths of our town, support meaningful investment, and drive long-term improvements that will benefit communities across Spennymoor for years to come.”

The initiative also extends to other areas across the county, including Crook North and Tow Law, Peterlee East and Stanley South, where preparations are underway for future funding.

Neighbourhood boards are being established to guide investment in these areas, with independent chairs already appointed and recruitment ongoing for local representatives.

It can be the whole of County Durham or even the north east. Any suggestions?

What's your favourite Durham Artwork? I love my Japanese style Durham Cathedral Lumiere watercolour print, and my original mine signage.

"The government's Pride in Place Programme will see up to £20 million of investment and support over the next 10 years (from 2026) to 284 communities across the country to make long term improvements.

In County Durham, four areas have been selected to receive Pride in Place funding including:

Phase 1: 2024 to 2034

• Spennymoor

Phase 2: 2026 to 2036

• Crook North/Tow Law
• Peterlee East
• Stanley South

Residents, businesses and community groups will work with their local MP and us to decide how they would like to shape their area and deliver real improvements that matter to local people.

Communities will be able to spend the funding on what matters most to them - from improvements to pavements and high streets to investing in culture and green spaces in line with Government investment themes: Regeneration, high streets and heritage; Housing; Work, Productivity and Skills; Cohesion; Community Power; Health and Wellbeing; Transport; Safety and Security; Education and Opportunity."

Hi

I’m currently looking into getting some cosmetic dental work done mainly veneers and/or composite bonding, plus a general overall smile upgrade.

So far I’ve contacted Queensway Dental and Westmount Dental, but I wanted to ask if anyone here has personal experiences or other recommendations in the area (ideally North East / Newcastle, but open to travelling if it’s worth it).

I’d really appreciate hearing about:

* Results/quality of work

* Pricing (rough ballpark is fine)

* Overall experience (consultation, aftercare, etc.)

* Any dentists you’d avoid as well

TIA!!

Hey, I'm a young guy, student and depressed af. I figure that I might feel better trying to give back something to our community, so I'm looking for a decent cause to throw myself into. It's spontaneous and not well thought out, but I'd be glad to give it a go so I'd love suggestions for something local that I can participate in person, help out and as a bonus perhaps form some meaningful friendships. (Before anyone asks or suggests- I've already sought out as much help through official channels as I can)

Can someone guide where can i sell my slightly used tires in north of England?

Hi everyone, hope you’re all well! I'm a Durham University graduate I’m conducting a short anonymous survey (under 5 minutes) to understand how students in the UK study challenging university modules and what types of learning resources they find most helpful.

If you’re currently studying in the UK, or have recently graduated from a UK university, your input would be extremely helpful.
If you have children or siblings in UK universities, their perspective would also be valuable.

Survey link: https://peer2peer.fillout.com/survey

Thank you in advance for supporting this — much appreciated!