Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland Town Council is delighted to host the fourth annual Bishop Auckland Heritage Festival on Saturday 26 September, from 10am until 3pm, bringing together a fantastic programme of heritage, history and culture for residents, families and visitors to enjoy.

Bishop Auckland Football Club has signed up for a new initiative, which seeks people who care about their community and can help others feel comfortable talking about suicide and mental health.

ML Hair Studio is swapping scissors for walking boots as the team takes on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for local charity organisation Brothers, an important local cause supporting men in the community.

Bishop Auckland is busy celebrating local stories, creativity and community spirit with the launch of Word Fest – Turn the Page this September.

West Auckland AFC recently experienced a challenging and lesson-learning weekend.

Bishop Auckland FC eventually exited the FA Cup after a midweek replay against NPL Premier Division side Emley, with extra time heartache deciding the tie.

Clair McGregor, who founded Angel Trust - a charity which supports thousands of families and individuals - has been recognised with a High Sheriff’s award for voluntary service.

From Viking armour and medieval leatherwork to Victorian gowns and mythical creatures, the remarkable wardrobe behind Kynren – The Storied Lands is stitched together with equal parts craftsmanship, creativity... and a healthy respect for hungry birds.

Bishop Auckland Town Council is continuing to invest in events and local initiatives that bring residents and visitors together, support the local economy and celebrate the town’s rich cultural heritage.

A Bishop Auckland harness racing driver has produced what is believed to be one of the greatest individual performances ever seen in British harness racing after driving six winners at Scotland’s prestigious Haugh Field Scottish Classic Meeting.