Teesdale Mercury

After the event, but still in praise….!

Jun 4, 2024

Events

Northern Dales Study Day, Philippa Langley, Teesdale Mercury

“….A sell-out audience sat spellbound as….the intricacies of dressing for battle were among the highlights when history buffs gathered for the Northern Dales Richard III Group study day….” I fear we didn’t learn of this event—A cracking day (and knight) for historians – News – Teesdale Mercury—until it was over, but happily it was a…
Victory in Barnard Castle’s own Battle of the Roses….!

Dec 7, 2020

Events

Amen Corner, Barnard Castle, roses, Teesdale Mercury

Well, at last, the white roses are blooming beautifully at Amen Corner in Barnard Castle, and well worth the waiting they are too. A great achievement by all concerned with the local Battle of the Roses, and a just victory. To read more, go to the the Teesdale Mercury.
The children of Barnard Castle delve into history….

Oct 4, 2019

archaeology, buildings

Barnard Castle, Dig Ventures, DNA evidence, Leicester dig, Teesdale Mercury

The following passages are taken from the Teesdale Mercury “….HUNDREDS of children in and around Barnard Castle have been learning more about medieval ailments while helping St Mary’s Church in the town raise cash for vital repairs. “….The church is working with archaeology group DigVentures to engage people in the town’s heritage as part of…
Buried Secrets: The Middleham Jewel – And An Interview With George Easton, Jeweler of the Crown for Richard III

Feb 12, 2015

buildings

Castle Barnard, Coverdale Abbey, George Easton, John Ashdown-Hill, Middleham Jewel, Sotheby’s, Teesdale Mercury, Yorkshire Museum

Prologue: August 31, 2014. That time of the year was upon my husband Erik and me again: our wedding anniversary. It’s an occasion that can haunt husbands and wives alike. You make a miscalculation and you have a year’s penance to do. Do you get something practical, like a new roasting pan? Not very romantic,…

Teesdale Mercury

After the event, but still in praise….!

Victory in Barnard Castle’s own Battle of the Roses….!

The children of Barnard Castle delve into history….

Buried Secrets: The Middleham Jewel – And An Interview With George Easton, Jeweler of the Crown for Richard III