MEET TANFIELD'S TWIZELL
Usually as part of our Heritage Open Days, we would have opened various behind the scenes areas of the railway up for guided tours, sadly this year we can't. BUT . . . we've made a selection of videos for you to enjoy instead! Here's Ian, our Engineering Manager explaining the history behind our 1891 built No.3, Twizell and the work required to keep these historic steam locomotives alive! The Team at The Tanfield Railway....
October 12, 2020GREAT OPPORTUNITIES AT GREAT ANNUAL SAVINGS GROUP
We've received a record number of applications for our vacancies, breaking our previous record set last month! And . . . we still have a tonne of opportunities! The past few months have seen the resourcing team busier than ever. In our latest blog, they share their tips for successful hiring during a pandemic. Check it out by clicking here....
October 12, 2020NEW OFFICES FOR TOOMEY LEGAL - BUT WHERE ARE THEY?
Plenty of space for social distancing. But can you guess where our new offices are? 5A Fergyspace, Northumberland Business Park, Cramlington, NE23 7RH.Sue, Toomey Legal...
October 12, 2020WE HAVE NEW UNIFORMS!
That’s right, the Visual Punch team now have brand new uniforms to wear loud and proud as we visit our clients or parade around ‘on set’ when we’re working. Previously, I’ve always looked to dress smartly for my clients, however, I’ve always felt I was missing out on a chance to really shout about the business I’m so proud to have created and the brand I’m developing.This is why I had these awesome t-shirts created so that no one could possibly mistake us for any other vide...
October 12, 2020WHY WAITING TOO LONG TO HELP OLDER FAMILY MEMBERS WITH THEIR FINANCES CAN BE DISASTROUS
You cannot set up a power of attorney once someone has lost the capacity to make decisions and instead have to apply for deputyship at the Court of Protection, which takes longer, costs more and limits how much you can do for them.A financial power of attorney allows a trusted family member or friend to act on behalf of someone whose mental capacity is in decline or who fears they may not be able to cope in the future. It is not a silver bullet, but it does help. You can fi...
October 12, 2020BEING KIND IS GOOD. BEING KIND TO YOURSELF IS ESSENTIAL!
Gillian's latest video can be viewed here....
October 9, 2020DID YOU SEE MAGS ON CHANNEL 4?
DBNs very own celebrity Mags Bradshaw was on a recent episode of Steph's Packed Lunch. How cool is that?“I was so excited to get the opportunity to be involved in a great new TV show on Channel 4. Steph’s Packed Lunch is a new lunchtime magazine show hosted by Steph McGovern looking at topical news items as well as cookery features, competitions and life stories. The show also has “lunch mates” otherwise known as the audience who are a small number due to Covid restrictions b...
October 9, 2020CHRISTMAS 2020 - RUSTICA, STANLEY
Christmas is about spending time with your loved ones and relaxing - that's why you should book up with Rustica's authentic Italian restaurant in Stanley and leave the cooking to us. Join us for the Festive Season Feel at home in Rustica this Christmas - a cosy, Italian tavern serving authentic cuisine. Put your feet up and enjoy something different and exciting this Christmas, with our Christmas lunch menu. We’ve got classic antipasti options to start, a selection of roast meat and...
October 9, 2020DITCH DEPARTMENT STORES AND WRAP UP ALL YOUR CHRISTMAS SHOPPING AT SOUTH CAUSEY INN'S CHRISTMAS MARKETS!
Browse the fantastic selection of local Artisans and Traders, offering a plethora of Festive Treats and Treasures which simply cannot be found on the high street. From Fine Foods to Home Wares, Beauty products, Fashion, Arts and Crafts, and everything in between.If you would like to exhibit a stall at one of our Christmas Markets, please contact Sam on 07501 641 475 or Helen on 07825 447 574.We have accommodation available throughout the Christmas Season. For the best rates, please c...
October 9, 2020A MAGICAL CHRISTMAS AT BEAMISH HALL
An enchanted fairytale family experience for those who believe in the magic of Christmas. A Magical Christmas is an immersive theatrical experience for those who believe in the magic of Christmas. Within our Enchanted Woodland we have created a world filled with illuminations, music, interactive props, projections, and theatrical performers to lose yourself in. Along the elf hidden pathways our interactive sets have been specially commissioned for A Magical Christmas which means that this ...
October 9, 2020JACWICKS DESIGNS IS THE HOME OF AN ECLECTICE RANGE OF PRODUCTS
The Perch range are handmade waterproof sit-mats, which give bottoms protection from damp, dirty outdoor surfaces. Available in three sizes to suit all size bottoms. Perfect for outdoor activities. The Pocket Perch was shortlisted for Gift of the Year 2019. Loved by Country Walking magazine and national treasure John Craven. Fabwrap is an eco-friendly way to glamorously wrap gifts in two knots. Based on the Japanese art of Furoshiki, it’s easy to use and produce f...
October 8, 2020SWEET TREATS IN STORE WITH THE MINI MIXERS CHRISTMAS MENU FOR 2020
All available to pre-order now for collection on 23rd December. Just click here for more information.Charlotte, Mini Mixers...
October 8, 2020PERSONALISED PICTURE BOOKS & GREETING CARDS BY NORIKO
As you are buying directly from Noriko, these books can be personalised with a unique message of your choice such as ‘To Naomi’ or ‘To Steve on your 2nd birthday.’ For personalised messages, please leave your message (up to 30 characters long) on Order notes on the purchase page. The message will be written and signed in pen on the inside title page. Noriko, Noriko Matsubara Art...
October 8, 2020PHIL'S SELECTION BOX
You can treat everyone this year with gifts from Phil Benton. Whether it's his calendar highlighting the beauty of the North East, jig-saw puzzles featuring some of Phil's fabulous photos, greetings cards or coasters, Phil has gifts for everyone in his online shop. Just click here for some great gift ideas....
October 8, 2020AFTER DINNER OR ANYTIME TREAT! THE PERFECT GIFT FOR COFFEE LOVERS
Thanks for giving us the opportunity to spotlight any festive gifts. We will be launching a giftbox soon that would make an ideal personal or business gift. We will be retailing it at £24.95 and it will be available to buy on our website or at our café once we launch it. Our Durham Heritage Range Gift Box is designed with the adventurous in mind. Containing six different 100g bags of coffee (Castle Blend, The Dun Cow, Miner’s Gala, Prince Bishops, St. Cuthbert’s Journey &...
October 8, 2020CREATE YOUR CHRISTMAS WREATH AT THE LAND OF OAK & IRON
Get festive and creative with this popular workshop, which will show you how to weave with natural willow, developing skills and techniques to create your own willow based Christmas Wreath for your home. You will learn how to twist and weave a natural base from willow, then attach natural seasonal materials to create an eco friendly, welcoming wreath for your door this Christmas. Create your Christmas Wreath using just natural materials under the guidance of outdoor education leader and ex...
October 8, 2020#DOBUSINESSLOCAL IN 2020
Pre-order your 2021 calendar (and other gifts!) from Joanne This gorgeous calendar has been created from a collection of Pet Portraits. Each month has a beautiful print of the portrait with the name of the pet, and the breed. The calendar is A4 in size, single sided and wire bound so it doesn't rip when hanging. They are printed on quality 250gsm silk paper. Poster boy Bob has the Christmas spot! These are still on at a pre-order price at the moment, and will change to full pri...
October 8, 2020RACHEL LOCKE PODCAST
Our podcasts are proving to be very popular. This week Melanie chats with award-winning Rachel Locke about her early career overseas, working for large corporates in London, the journey that brought her to the north of the UK, establishing her own business as a pioneer VA and the importance of networking....
October 8, 2020DBN UPDATE (25th SEPTEMBER 2020)
A FESTIVE HELLO FROM DBN- 25th September 2020 (just three months until the real thing!)If ever there was a year to buy locally produced gifts, this is the one! So this week we thought we would throw the spotlight on some locally produced Christmas gifts, food, drink and activities. By supporting local businesses you’ll be boosting the local economy, sustaining local jobs and finding some unique and wonderful gifts too. We’d like to shout out a great big DBN thank you to all our p...
October 7, 2020NORIKO'S LATEST CARTOON
“Ichi! Brush your teeth now! Got it?”“Ichi! Wash your hands after the toilet! Got it?”Naomi bosses Ichi about. Naomi is four. Ichi is eight. But Naomi sounds like a grown-up sometimes.“Naomi is like mum recently,” said Ichi.Oh no, is it me who Naomi was copying? Ichi is such a laid back boy so I often hurry him up, but I didn’t know I sounded that bossy!Children are like mirrors. They reflect what they see and what they hear. After hearing Naomi speaking to Ichi in a commanding ton...
October 7, 2020OFFICE & WAREHOUSE SPACE AVAILABLE ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF CONSETT
DJS Process Consulting Limited has a spacious and versatile warehouse/production area and office space for rental. The warehouse area is spacious and clean, with overhead heaters, H/C water & multiple single phase power sockets. The office space, kitchen/rest area and WC all have wall mounted heaters. The WC located in the office area is disabled grade.The warehouse (12m x 8.45m) could be split in to an open plan office or could be used as a laboratory or other smaller business...
October 7, 2020TERROR IN THE TREES!
The sell-out North East scare attraction is back this Halloween! Test your nerves and sanity to their limited with truly terrifying scenes, all guaranteed to prey on your deepest and darkest fears. Terror in the Trees resides in a league of its own, with an intense and chilling experience like no other in the North East. This truly immersive experience is for only the sickest of souls, do you dare join us? This year the forest has been over ran by freaks and creatures of the dark, a ...
October 7, 2020ENJOY A LITE BITE AT THE OWL & OTTER
Introducing our new Light Bite menu available 12-4pm Wednesday - SaturdayEnjoy smaller sized portions at lunch including our chicken with peppercorn sauce, sautéed baby potatoes & buttered greens.From Friday 18th September, due to the current restrictions, we can only take bookings of up to 6 people, all from the same household. We will also now have to close at 10pm every evening. Please help us by following these regulations. Thank you for all your support....
October 7, 2020KNITSLEY FARM - PART 3
Attention coffee lovers!Feast your eyes on the Knitsley Farm bakery's new creation! This is our triple layered cappuccino cheesecake! How yummy does it look?! Grab a slice today from our patisserie counter.Be quick before it's gone . . ....
October 7, 2020KNITSLEY FARM - PART 2
Have you tried one of our famous Knitsley Farm savoury pork pies? Made with only the finest quality ingredients. Perfect for a lunchtime treat. Available from our Deli Counter. Also hot food available to pre order from the courtyard kitchen 01207 592 059 extension one. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to ask....
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