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CAN YOU SOLVE THE MURDER MYSTERY ACTIVITY?

Work out the clues as you make your way around the museum and discover whodunit! Click here to download the clues . . ....

HOTEL 52 CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Did you know we have conference facilities at Hotel 52 in Stanley and able to cater for all your corporate needs? To view the facilities please call us on 01207 283 790....

FISH FRIDAYS AT RUSTICA, STANLEY

Join us at Rustica, Stanley this Friday for a fish supper, available all day every Friday!Prices start at just £8.95, it's the perfect treat to start off the weekend.Click here to book now....

HAVE YOU TRIED OUR SUMMER MENU AT THE BLACK HORSE, BEAMISH YET?

Let us introduce our Duck a l'Orange!A Black Horse twist on a French classic.  Marmalade glazed Gressingham Duck breast served with young carrots, purple asparagus, potato croquette and a rich fresh orange segment and Cointreau jus.Don't forget we also have our famous Steak Nights too 6 p.m.-9 p.m.!Want to book a table?  Give us a call on 01207 232 569....

SHACK DINING PODS - PRIVATE SAFE SPACE FOR YOUR GROUP

No waiting In Queues (food & drinks pre-ordered)Private Toilet facilitiesWaiter ServiceAmazing experience no matter what the weatherFrom £20 hire charge Please contact us for more details and to book....

WE'VE JUST SEEN THAT IT'S MUSEUM MASK DAY!

We've got a lovely selection of face coverings made in our very own Costume department, available to buy from the museum or via our online shop!  All proceeds go towards supporting Beamish Museum.If you're visiting us, please remember to wear a face covering in all indoor spaces, as per government guidance....

A BRAND NEW MENU AT THE STABLES, BEAMISH

Expertly cooked, locally sourced and super seasonal!  The Stables Beamish has a brand NEW menu and there is something for absolutely everyone!Join us this week and sample some of our new, tasty dishes....

WHICH ONE WOULD YOU CHOOSE?

The counters are looking fabulous today at Knitsley Farm Shop, full range of homemade pies fresh out of the oven and deliciously tempting fresh cream cakes.Or why not pick up some of our butchers kebabs ideal for a BBQ?The courtyard has full menu available till 3.30 p.m., we accept pre-orders to save disappointment 01207 592 059, extension 1.And did you know our delicious cakes are expertly baked in our very own bakery!  This is just some of the tempting treats we have to offer today!...

HAVE YOU TRIED OUR DELICIOUS MUNCH BOX YET?

You receive: 1 x Cheese Scone1 x Fruit Scone1 x Lemon Drizzle Tray Slice1 x Large Slice of Cake1 x Traybake Slice You can click and collect and get 10% off the site in menu price.  Please click here for more details.You'll find Isabella's Coffee Shop on Front Street, Shotley Bridge....

BEAMISH MUSEUM TIME SLOT TICKET NEWS

Entry time slot tickets for 17th August to 6th September (inclusive) will be available to book from 10 a.m., Thursday, 13th August.Please click here to find out more about how to book tickets, Unlimited Pass enquiries and our COVID-19 Secure safety measures.  Thanks so much to everyone for your amazing support, we can't wait to see you at Beamish soon!...

TWO LOVELY IMAGES SENT IN BY PHIL BENTON

Two lovely images sent in by Phil Benton that capture the beauty of our region.Phil is currently working on his 2021 calendar and we'll let you know as soon as it's available!...

VACANCY FOR LETTING EXECUTIVE AT HIGH STREET GROUP

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Letting Executive looking for an exciting, challenging new role. The role is based at Hadrian's Tower, our highly anticipated flagship development in Newcastle.If you or someone you know has a passion for property, lettings experience and can deliver excellent customer service then click here find out more.£19,000 - £22,000 Per Annum, plus commission Full Time Newcastle Upon Tyne...

COUNTY DURHAM BUSINESS TRAINING HUB

A big thank you to Michael Shannon of the Public Health Team, Durham County Council who introduced our members to the County Durham SME & VCS Business Training Hub at our last online members meeting. County Durham SME & VCS Business Training Hub is committed to building the mental health, well being and community resilience of all small and medium sized businesses and Voluntary Community Sector organisations across County Durham through.This training is FREE for anyone working for a Small or Med...

MAKE YOUR MARKETING STAND OUT WITH BOWE DIGITAL

If you want to have a unique marketing strategy that will set you apart from everyone else, then there's nowhere better to look than right here!  At Bowe Digital, we make sure you get a unique online presence that sets you apart from the competition. Click here to see how we can help you stand out....

GAS DONATES £5,000 TO FOODBANK FOLLOWING SOCIAL MEDIA INITIATIVE

There is nothing quite like sport when it comes to bringing people together.Following the remarkable response to the launch of the 2020/21 Sunderland AFC home kit on social media, Great Annual Savings (GAS) has donated £5,000 to Sunderland and County Durham Foodbank. Following the pledge which went viral on social media and saw engagement from prominent public figures, celebrities and former Sunderland players, GAS has vowed to use its enhanced platform to positively impact the local community....

A WILL OR ESTATE PLANNING - WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE?

A will is an important but simple legal document that dictates who receives what from your assets when you die, ensuring that the right money goes to the right people, at the right time. Estate planning is so much more.  It's about protecting you and your beneficiaries for generations to come from the unpredictable risks that can, and all too frequently do, occur such as Care Fees, Inheritance Tax, Divorce, and Relationship Breakdowns. All of this is achievable with the right expert guidanc...

DISCOVER CROWLEY'S IRONWORKS

DATE & TIME: Friday, 11th September - 10:00 - 11:30 MEETING PLACE: Café shrub in the Land of Oak & Iron Heritage Centre Part of this year's Heritage Open Day events. Was Crowley's Mill No.1 the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution? Find out all about the Ironwork's and then decide for yourself on this informative guided walk setting off from the Heritage Centre in Winlaton Mill.  Our walk will take us through Derwenthaugh Park to see the low dam and spillway which have recently bee...

MEET SEAN, OUR BRANCH MANAGER

We are delighted to introduce you all to Sean who joined the BeeMyHome family this week.  Sean is taking over management of the team here in Chester-le-Street and brings with him a wealth of industry experience.Having worked in a London estate agency for the past 6 years we know you'll make him welcome here in the North East!...

START UP GUIDANCE FROM WESTWOOD ACCOUNTANCY

As a new business owner, you may not have decided between being a sole trader and setting up a limited company.  We can help you to make a decision that is right for you and your business, and if needed we can help you to set up your new company or limited liability partnership.Contact me for a no obligation consultation at info@westwoodaccountancy.com or call 07813 012 466. The governments Self Employed Income Support Scheme has been extended for those who still need income suppo...

VISIT COUNTY DURHAM PICKS UP GOLD AWARD

We are very proud to receive the VisitEngland Gold Award for International Distribution Award.  This award recognises our commitment to increasing the international distribution of Durham's tourism products and driving inbound tourism.And congratulations to Newcastle Gateshead Initiative who picked up silver in the same category and Seaham Hall who were awarded Bronze Award for Small Hotel of the Year!...

TIME FOR A DURHAM COFFEE!

Father and daughter duo Bernhard and Carina Nausner have launched their own brand of premium roasted coffee with the help of the Durham Business Opportunities Programme (DBOP).After many successful years running speciality coffee shop Kaffeehaus Amadeus in Lanchester, Bernhard and Carina expanded their business becoming the first local independent speciality coffee roasters in Durham.Durham Coffee is ethically sourced premium coffee with each blend representing a piece of Durham’s heritage inc...

GILLIAN'S TOP TIP THIS WEEK

Gillian's top tip video of the week is . . .  Drink to think - water that is!Please click here to view Gillian's video....

JOANNE ROWLAND ART

We announced our 2021 calendars would be full of the favourite doggy portraits that had been voted by followers of my page.They are now available to pre-order for £11, the usual price will be £13.95. Just click here to pre-order your calendar.Joanne Rowland Art Workshops are to move online!  It's been difficult to find a way for workshops attendees to get close enough to see what I'm demonstrating due to Social Distancing, so we're going to be moving those online very soon! I'm also takin...

WANT TO JOIN OUR NBSL TEAM?

We're looking for a fixed-term North East Growth Hub Connector to help us deliver ERDF grant funds to SMEs across the North East Through the provision of one to one support, the Growth Hub Connector will encourage small to medium sized businesses to access support including the recently launched covid19 recovery response support packages. You'll have a working knowledge of ERDF funding programmes with a good understanding of the North East support landscape as well as experience of identifying s...

GAS REVEALED AS SAFC PRINCIPAL PARTNER FOR 2020/21

Great Annual Savings Group (GAS) is proud to be announced as Sunderland AFC’s principal partner for the 2020/21 season. The initial two-year agreement will see the GAS brand emblazoned on the front of club’s famous red and white shirt, as well as the new away shirt.  The organisations are long-standing partners and GAS is also a supporter of the Foundation of Light and has contributed to other club events and hospitality. Great Annual Savings Group (GAS) and Sunderland AFC have been wor...