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GOOD LUCK CONSETT AFC!

Really am delighted for Consett AFC and I will be going to Wembley to help cheer them on in the FA Vase final against Hebburn Town on 27th Sept (as long as I can get tickets).  What an amazing family Frank and Dianne have and the whole club deserve this. I'm a proud sponsor of one of the Consett players Carl Lawson.  The team's off to Wembley to play the FA Vase Final now! Peter, TYRES2U (NE) LTD...

MYTH-BUSTING WITH JAN COOK WILLS & TRUSTS

What are some common misconceptions about legacies?  Watch Jan's video here....

JOIN US FOR COUNTY DURHAM'S BIGGEST & BEST 2-DAY SOCIAL MEDIA FESTIVAL!

Wednesday, 23rd September: Social Media Tools Thursday, 24th September: Social Media Content Creation Using world class Virtual Event software, this incredible online event will feature 2 inspirational keynote speakers and 12 top class experts and trainers across 2 days, offering you help, advice and training on all aspect of social media.  Attending this event will enable you to drive your business forward through: Developing the right social network for your businessIncreasing your presen...

PHIL'S CALENDAR IS AVAILABLE!

My 2021 Calendar includes a mix of Landscape and Nature Photographs to make you smile throughout the year.Secure your Calendar by ordering now at an ‘early bird’ price of £12.00 by clicking on the image.  Orders will be shipped in October.Phil Benton, Phil Benton Photography...

JAMES ASKS "WHAT'S YOUR PURPOSE?"

If you’re just starting out on your journey with video marketing, then identifying the kinds of videos you might want to create isn’t the first step you want to be taking.Instead, our advice is to start with a solid, well-rounded, holistic video marketing strategy with realistic objectives in mind. Because, at the end of the day, if you look to create videos for your business with no understanding of what you want to achieve as an outcome, or how you want your audience to feel at the end of ...

JOB OPPORTUNTY AT MADDISONS, CONSETT

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SO, YOU FEEL LIKE AN IMPOSTER!

Gillian's top tip of the week is called "So you feel like an Imposter!". You can see the video here....

WE'RE JUST ADMIRING THE VIEW FROM OUR NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART HQ!

The Great Annual Savings Group exists for one reason: To save you money and time on your variable business costs.Want this view from your desk?  Sign up to receive our latest vacancy alerts at Great Annual Savings by clicking here . . ....

RUTH SAVES A NATIONAL TREASURE'S BOTTOM FROM GETTING WET!

Episode 3: Ruth at Jacwicks Designs saves the bottom of a national treasure In this podcast Melanie Cant chats with Ruth Jacobs of Jacwicks Designs about her business, coming up with her business name, developing new products and how she saved the bottom of a national institution from getting damp - hero worship alert!  Visit our podcast page here to listen to Ruth....

OUR NEW MONTHLY LINE UP FROM 1st OCTOBER

Since March we've been transforming DBN from a traditional face to face network to a digital business support network while working hard to retain our friendly, fun and accessible style.  We're really proud of how all our members have adapted to the ever-changing situation and we're so pleased we have been able to adapt alongside them. We're super excited to be able to offer an affordable business network that delivers each month:Learn with DBN - a monthly skills masterclass.A networki...

CHRISTMAS COMES EARLY THIS YEAR!

We're celebrating Christmas later this month.  So, if you have festive gifts, food, events and treats for sale, we want to hear from you! To give your customers plenty of time to decide what gifts and treats to buy for the festive period, we’re making 25th September our "DBN Christmas Day” when we’ll be promoting locally produced gifts, food and drink, experiences and treats in our festive edition of the newsletter. So please be sure to get all the details of your festive gifts, treat...

DBN UPDATE (11th SEPTEMBER 2020)

Not quite business as usual yet . . . It was lovely to meet up with some of our members last Friday afternoon for cake and a cuppa in the tipi at Beamish Park Hotel.  While we’re loving our online meetings and masterclasses, seeing our members in person is magical.  And to think that we used to take these things for granted! Last Friday, Phil brought his new calendar along (hot off the press) and Joanne gave it a big thumbs-up of approval.  That’s two artists working in differ...

2020 SCHOOL BE LIKE...

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FINISHING TOUCHES TO CITRON TARTS!

I can't even write this nicely with a pen let alone melted chocolate!  So clever and skilled. Knitsley Farm Shop...

WE HAVE SEVEN NEW FEATHERED FRIENDS IN THE 1900s PIT VILLAGE!

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BLACK HORSE BEAMISH SHOW AROUND DAY - SUNDAY, 20th SEPTEMBER

This is your chance to view the stunning venue dressed and imagine how your special day could look in The Orchard Marquee.Enjoy a complimentary glass of fizz and sit down one to one with a member of our dedicated wedding team.  You will also have the opportunity afterwards to explore the breathtaking grounds and lavender field.Join us on Sunday 20th September 2020 between 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  Booking is essential for this exclusive event.  We have very limited appointments so early b...

MONDAY, TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY MADNESS HERE AT THE GARAGE BAR AND GRILLE!

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday madness here at the Garage Bar and Grille!50% off all pizzas,burgers and curry.  Soft drinks off the pump and tea, coffee machine too.Thursday is bike night.  All welcome - whether you are a biker or not.And on Friday nights, it's Steak Night....

TERROR IN THE TREES

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EAT OUT TO HELP OUT CONTINUES THIS SEPTEMBER AT MADDISON'S CONSETT

Since the August scheme was so popular we have decided to do our own this September . . .Offer starts Wednesday, 2nd September until Wednesday 30th September....

SUNDAY SLEEPOVER

Make the weekend last longer with our brand NEW and luxurious 'Sunday Sleepover' package at Beamish Hall. Treat yourself to a last minute Summer getaway and we'll take care of every last detail for you and your partner.An overnight stay at our award-winning country house hotelEnjoy a traditional Sunday roast at The Stables BeamishAnd a cooked to order full English breakfast to finish it offSundays only.Starting from just £99.00 per couple. Please click here to book....

SÉANCE LIVE - OCTOBER 2020

Do you believe in ghosts?  Join us for a nail biting evening at Beamish Hall this October.  For over 100 years, the ‘Victorian Séance’ has been an attempt by the living to communicate with those who have passed.  This exhilarating event aims to recreate the experience of a true Victorian séance. Our expert denies all belief in an afterlife, and yet, using age old techniques, will demonstrate how mediums and psychics have for decades convinced audiences of their skills, befor...

BY POPULAR DEMAND - THE KNITSLEY BREAKFAST IS BACK!

Served from 9.30 a.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays until 11.30am!  Available in the outdoor courtyard with a choice of fried or scrambled eggs.  How do you like your eggs on a morning?...

HAVE YOU TRIED OUR KNITSLEY NATURALS SOAP RANGE?

Our sustainable soaps, lovingly hand crafted with tallow offer superior moisturising properties for the face and body!  Tallow is a gentle skin loving ingredient that will leave a wonderful creamy lather on your skin so it's perfect for all skin types.  We hand make all of our soaps in small batches and use only natural, ethically sourced ingredients!Next time you visit us why not pick up some free samples to take home and try!Watch this space for our new and exciting designer inspired...

ISABELLA'S OFFERS "ME TIME" FOR BUSY MUMS & DADS

The kids are back to school and autumn is on its way.We are still open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Saturday at the moment and hope to extend these hours in the near future.  We are ideally placed for a pit stop before school collection times, perfect for busy mums and dads wanting a little "me time" before collecting the kiddies.You can also order your food to collect via our new website!  Here's one of our most popular orders to collect.You’ll find us on Front Street, Shotle...

TRANSPORT UPDATE FROM BEAMISH MUSEUM

We’ll be running a vintage bus service daily, calling at the Entrance-Pockerley-The 1900s Town-Foulbridge-Entrance on a circular route.  Our trained crew will be there to make sure everyone enjoys their journey and are kept safe at all times, in line with COVID-19 Secure guidance. For everyone’s safety, social distancing rules will be implemented and seats will be allocated for each group by the conductor as you board, we appreciate your patience and understanding.  Please remember...