Durham News and Events

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Education 7th October 2026

Miss Durham GB Nicole Hanson Wins Public Choice Award at National Final
by Barbara Parker on 22nd October 2026 at 5:29 pm
From the racetrack to the runway, Miss Durham GB 2026 is challenging stereotypes and showing that there is more to pageantry than meets the eye. But what happens when you enter a competition determined to make a difference, only to discover that the outcome isn’t quite what you had hoped for? For Nicole Hanson, the The post Miss Durham GB Nicole Hanson Wins Public Choice Award at National Final appeared first on Durham Magazine.
Spennymoor Businesses Given Direct Voice in Town Regeneration with New Working Group
by Zoe on 16th October 2026 at 7:00 am
A dedicated working group has been established by the board driving regeneration and investment across a County Durham town. The All Together for Spennymoor Board, administered by Durham County Council, has created a new Business Working Group, bringing together local companies, stakeholders and partners. Helping to shape the future economic growth and development of Spennymoor, The post Spennymoor Businesses Given Direct Voice in Town Regeneration with New Working Group appeared first on […]
Smash-Hit Family Show Seen by 115,000 Worldwide Heads to Durham for Half-Term Fun
by Barbara Parker on 15th October 2026 at 7:39 pm
A little monster and his friends are heading to Durham for a fun, family adventure. There’s a Monster in Your Show is coming to Durham County Council’s Gala Durham as part of its sixth UK tour from Wednesday 28 to Friday 30 October, and promises a high-energy 50-minute adventure, with plenty of playful fun for The post Smash-Hit Family Show Seen by 115,000 Worldwide Heads to Durham for Half-Term Fun appeared first on Durham Magazine.
New Hub Offers Support for Children and Young People in County Durham
by Barbara Parker on 13th October 2026 at 12:03 pm
A new hub bringing together services for children and young people has opened in Newton Aycliffe, making it easier for them to find support. Next Chapter is Durham County Council’s new Young Futures Hub and forms part of a government programme being rolled out in pilot areas across the country. The Department of Culture, Media The post New Hub Offers Support for Children and Young People in County Durham appeared first on Durham Magazine.
County Durham Primary School Celebrates Positive Ofsted Report
by Durham Tracy on 12th October 2026 at 7:29 pm
A County Durham primary school at the heart of its local community is celebrating after receiving a highly positive Ofsted report. Government inspectors found that Hartside Primary Academy in Crook demonstrated strong standards in Early Years provision, inclusion, and personal development and wellbeing. The report further confirmed that the school, which is part of the The post County Durham Primary School Celebrates Positive Ofsted Report appeared first on Durham Magazine.