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News-Travel arrangements announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival
Published April 07, 2025 10.03am

Heading to Bishop Auckland Food Festival this weekend? Organisers have announced travel arrangements for getting to the event.
News-More than 140 traders to appear at Bishop Auckland Food Festival: See what food is on offer
Published March 27, 2025 10.28am

From halloumi wraps, wood fired pizza and fried chicken, to gyozas, loaded fries and sweet treats, there will be a feast of goodies for visitors to get their teeth into at this year's Bishop Auckland Food Festival.
News-Enjoying a Bugle Breakfast to support our Armed Forces
Published March 19, 2025 10.07am

Visitors to a County Durham heritage and registration venue have enjoyed a Bugle Breakfast.
News-First World War hero's medals secured for County Durham
Published March 14, 2025 3.57pm

The medals awarded to the eldest of four North East brothers who all fought with valour in the First World War are now back in his home county.
News-New exhibition gives a voice to children from the past, present and future
Published October 30, 2024 9.50am

Fascinating untold stories of children from County Durham's past will be the focus of a new exhibition curated by young people.

News-Travel arrangements announced for Bishop Auckland Food Festival