Shotley Bridge Nursery School has been recognised by independent Early Years specialists, Hopscotch Consulting, for providing a highly nurturing, stimulating, and inclusive environment where children thrive.
Learn more: https://consettmagazine.com/?p=100857
If it matters to the Consett community, it belongs in Consett Magazine print.
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https://consettmagazine.com/print-editions/
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A strongman from Consett is heading to the world stage 💪
Martin Taylor has qualified for the Static Monsters World Finals after ranking 7th in the world and 1st in the UK in his category.
Read the story 👇https://consettmagazine.com/2026/03/10/consett-man-makes-strongman-world-finals/
Few people realise that a quiet County Durham village once helped shape Britain’s sword industry.
In 1687, nineteen German craftsmen settled at Shotley Bridge, bringing Europe’s finest blade-making skills with them.
https://consettmagazine.com/2026/03/06/the-shotley-bridge-sword-makers/
Still dancing at 98.
Marjorie Gray’s story is one of warmth, loyalty and community spirit.
A familiar face at the British Red Cross shop in Lanchester, she reminds us that staying connected keeps us young at heart.
Read her full story in the March issue — out now.
A recent breakdown involving a Go North East service has highlighted wider concerns about reliability, transparency, and what passengers can expect when things go wrong.
The reaction to this story has been much bigger than expected.
Bus Users UK (bususers.org) can take up unresolved complaints where concerns appear systemic
Full article:
Fancy winning something truly special while supporting a local charity?
Berry’s Jewellers have donated two beautiful diamond jewellery pieces worth £7,190 for the Willow Burn Hospice Diamond Raffle.
Tickets are £10 and every entry supports hospice care.
🔧♻️ Medomsley could soon have its own Repair Café — but local “fixers” are needed to make it happen.
Learn more: https://consettmagazine.com/2026/02/11/medomsley-environment-group-calls-for-fixers-to-help-power-new-repair-cafe/
In 1949, inside a small club on Front Street, Consett found its voice.
Read the full story here:
https://consettmagazine.com/2026/02/11/the-night-consett-found-its-voice-1949/
Local charities and businesses meet today at The Fountain (3–5pm) for a new networking event led by @Shadows Of Light CiC.
Food by @La Fountana and collaboration with @Foundation For Good.
Read more:
No flashing lights. No push-button rewards.
Just imagination, curiosity, and hands-on learning.
✨ Discover our approach: https://consettmagazine.com/2026/02/11/little-hands-big-learning-why-early-years-thrive-beyond-screens/
Ian Pickering has served his country and now serves his local school with just as much pride.
Words & photos by George Ledger @Communities in Focus
Full story here: https://consettmagazine.com/?p=100236
Kler’s Fish Bar has been part of Leadgate life for decades. A family business rebuilt after the 2018 fire and still rooted in the village.
Kler’s Fish Bar has served Leadgate since 1991. A family-run chippy shaped by hard work, resilience, and strong community support, rebuilt after the 2018 fire and still at the heart of village life today.
✍️ Communities in Focus | 📸 Photography by George Ledger
Boxing, Then and Now 🥊
Meet the Consett lads chasing professional dreams — and the coaches building something special at Rampage Boxing & Fitness.
Community. Discipline. Belief.
From classrooms to playing fields, Leadgate Primary School continues to be a place where children are supported, encouraged and celebrated.
Read more:
https://consettmagazine.com/2026/01/12/a-proud-past-and-a-bright-future-at-leadgate-primary-school/
By George Ledger – Consett in Focus
✨ New year, fresh beginnings! The January 2026 issue of Consett Magazine is out now – featuring local schools, inspiring businesses, and real community stories from across DH8.
Read the full print edition online: https://consettmagazine.com/2026/01/08/january-2026-consett-magazine-print-edition/
We weren’t planning it… but our flight just happened to pass right over The Dene, Medomsley and Ebchester ✈️
From the air, our corner of County Durham looks pretty special.
Spot your street? 👀
#Consett #Medomsley #Ebchester #CountyDurham #FromAbove
Photo taken a few months ago.
🚜 From Yorkshire roots to Consett’s Greencroft Estate — meet Nick Crowther, the forklift instructor powering progress behind the scenes at Lanchester Wines and Greencroft Bottling.
Now celebrating two years and 250+ certificates!
🔗 Full story in comments.
From our hands to the town 🗞️
January 2026 Consett Magazine is out now
Massive thanks to Liam & Dean for the local legwork 🙌
📆 February features now booking
OUT NOW - JANUARY 2026 - Consett Magazine
A new community food hub is now supporting families in Consett.
Delivered by The Bread and Butter Thing at The Grove Primary School, with support from volunteers and partners including charitable Community Benefit Society Karbon Homes.
Affordable food, less waste, stronger community.
Consett Magazine is out now and free to pick up across town.
Always free since 2012.
This month we’re shining a light on schools, community projects, local businesses and the people quietly doing good work.
Look out for Liam and Dean this week as they help get copies into even more local shops.
✨ Snow White at The Roxy delivered big laughs, magical moments and just the right amount of cheek.
Read the full ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review on Consett Magazine
https://consettmagazine.com/2025/12/31/review-snow-white-at-the-watling-spaces-the-roxy-pantomime-that-sparkled-from-start-to-finish/
The December Consett Magazine is OUT NOW, featuring Santa Ste, Shotley Bridge Nursery School, Chef Parvin Kumar and more.
Read online: https://consettmagazine.com/?p=97388
Print copies available across Consett and DH8.
Consett’s folklore is full of myths, legends, and half-remembered tales passed down through the generations.
Some may never be proven, but they continue to shape the stories we tell about our area.
1919 in Consett: Snowstorms, football rivalries, local council changes, theatre nights, and political debates — a snapshot of life in the town a century ago.
https://consettmagazine.com/2019/11/05/a-few-happenings-of-november-1919-consett-history-92484/
A wonderful morning in Leadgate as residents joined a guided walk through our local heritage, remembering the stories and families that shaped our community.
Full article here:
https://consettmagazine.com/2025/11/08/history-remembrance-the-walk-sat-8th-nov-2025/
