Launch of a Railway History of New Shildon

Issue No 924 At the heart of our wonderful community Friday 14th June 2019

£5 BONUS FOR NEW YOUNG SAVERS

SHILDON ALIVE is working with NE FIRST Credit Union to encourage the saving habit by offering new child members a £5 bonus and a prize when they save £1 a week for five weeks. “Giving your child good saving habits is one of the most important gifts you can pass on to the next generation,” said a spokesperson. “It’s a habit that can keep on giving for the rest of their lives.

“this offer is open to the first 20 new young savers in June The new book about the railway history of New Shildon was launched by author, George Turner Smith at Locomotion last week. LAUNCH OF A RAILWAY “Anyone interested can call in to Shildon Alive on Church Street for a HISTORY OF NEW SHILDON Young Saver membership form with birth certificate BISHOP AUCKLAND Cllr Shirley Quinn, and he said, because there is ing fluidly with dozens of for proof of ID to get you constituency MP, Helen many other friends of the no such thing as definitive engineers to kick-start started. Goodman, was among Stockton and Darlington history, which is always ‘railway mania’. “We are always looking the dignitaries attending Railway. changing and being rein- The book – published for volunteers to expand the launch of A Railway George was very hum- terpreted. by Pen & Sword Books our ever-growing collec- History of New Shildon, ble about his new book, Jane Hackworth-Young – covers new Shildon’s tion point. If you’re inter- the new book by George spending most of his also gave a short talk years from 1820 to today. ested and want more Turner Smith. speech thanking the about the book, comment- It includes the opening information, contact Zara Also among the guests various people who had ing on the dynamic entre- of the Stockton and Dar- on 01388 417600. were Chair of DCC, Cllr helped him write it. preneurial spirit which lington Railway; the war “Please note this offer Katie Corrigan, her con- He had called the book surrounded the early rail- interludes when Shildon is open to our first 20 new sort Bill Moir, Mayor of A Railway History of New ways, with dozens of loco- CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 young savers in June.” Shildon Cllr Peter Quinn, Shildon (rather then ‘The’), motive designers work-

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The cover of George Turner Smith’s new book. Shildon’s Pete Sixsmith, who is retired, says volunteering as a walk leader has helped give him focus for the week and to combat diabetes through the exercise. RAILWAY HISTORY OF NEW SHILDON

FROM PAGE 1 G5 steam locomotive COUNTY’S VOLUNTEERS RECOGNISED on Hackworth Industrial DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS weekly programme of Light Infantry collection, Wagon Works’ output was Estate, the location of were recognised last over 28 different walks countryside services, mostly intended for the the S&DR locomotive and week for their hard work and 15 cycle rides across library services and lei- MOD; the creation of the wagon works. in running a range of County Durham. sure services and festi- town’s railway museum; The positive event community events and Sixty-eight-year-old Pete val volunteers were also the arrival of Hitachi at showed, above all, the activities across County Sixsmith from Shildon celebrated at certificate Newton Aycliffe; and supportive spirit of the Durham. became a volunteer walk presentation events the ongoing new build Shildon community. To mark Volunteers’ leader three years ago. throughout the week. Week, which ran from He said: “I really enjoy the Julie Lavery, the coun- 1st to 7th June, Durham exercise and now that I’m cil’s volunteer and skills DARTS AND DOMINOES LADIES County Council organ- retired it gives me a focus manager, said: “We have DONATE TO RED BOX PROJECT ised a series of special for the week. over 2,000 volunteers celebration events to say “I first started walking helping in all sorts of a massive ‘thank you’ to when I was diagnosed roles, leading our run- those who give up their with type 2 diabetes and ning, walking and cycling time to support activities was overweight - it has groups, volunteering in and help improve resi- given me a new lease of our museums and leisure dents’ physical, social life, I feel fitter and have centres, delivering library and mental wellbeing. lost four-and-a-half stone books to people with Running volunteers, in weight. mobility problems, keep- who organise popular “I enjoy leading walks ing our parks and coun- Couch to 5k courses and as it gives me a chance tryside looking at their lead 11 regular running to get out and about and best and much more. groups countywide, were some of the scenery is “Events like these are the first to be recognised wonderful. an opportunity for us to at a special celebratory “I really enjoyed the cel- let volunteers know how get-together at Hardwick ebration event. It’s lovely much their hard work Park after their regular to be recognised for the means and what a vital parkrun. work that we do and to contribution they make.” Walking and cycling meet fellow walk leaders. Anyone who would like volunteers were next up, “I would also like to say to find out more about enjoying guided group thank you to the council joining their local running, Darts team member, Karen Hill with some of the donations. walks and bike rides staff for always being cycling or walking group AT SHILDON Ladies Darts replenished through around Hamsterley For- helpful and supportive.” can visit www.durham. and Dominoes meeting on donated sanitary prod- est, led by council staff, Volunteers from Kill- gov.uk/leisure or call Tuesday 4th June, dona- ucts or cash donations. as a way of thanking hope Lead Mining 03000 266 55 for more tions were received from On the night, it was them for delivering a free Museum, the Durham information. some of the attendees agreed to hold a social who wanted to support night for the Ladies Darts J. DUNN young girls in the town to League on Saturday 10th HEATING & PLUMBING prevent period poverty. August at Old Shildon BOILER Councillor Shirley Quinn Club, from 7 until 11pm. INSTALLATIONS, organised for the Red Entertainment, raffle, SERVICE & REPAIR Box Project to be imple- bingo and a collection of Gas Safe Registered mented in local primary sanitary products will all All plumbing & gas schools in Shildon & Dene be donated to the Red Box work carried out Valley. Project. Tel: 07826 527952 The ongoing project Tickets will be available relies on the generosity at the club next month 01388 720009 of people to keep stocks priced £3.

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Members of the Royal British Legion were joined by Mayor of Shildon, Cllr Peter Quinn and members of the public at Shildon Football Club on the 75th anniversary of D-Day. D-DAY REMEMBERED AT SHILDON AFC All Saints Scout Group gather at Shildon’s War Memorial to A MOVING service was Church, Rev. Mark the Football Club, attend- honour those who took part in the D-Day landings. held at Shildon Football Hudghton, conducted ees of the weekly coffee Club on Thursday 6th the service, which was morning and members of SCOUTS AND CUBS REMEMBER June to mark the 75th attended by members of the public. SCOUTS AND Wolf Cubs A spokesperson for the anniversary of the D-Day the Royal British Legion, A wreath was later laid from All Saints Scout group said: “D-Day was landings. Mayor of Shildon, Cllr at the Cenotaph outside Group braved the wind a pivotal point in the war Vicar of St John’s Peter Quinn, friends of St John’s Church. and the rain on Saturday and today was a time to to take part in a service at remember and honour the 11am to lay wreaths at the sacrifice of those who died ALUN ARMSTRONG’S TO CLOSE War Memorial to remem- and a momentous occa- THE SHILDON business ber the 75th Anniversary sion to celebrate peace, of former Newcastle Utd of D-Day. liberty and reconciliation.” and Middlesbrough FC star Alun Armstrong is to close its doors at the end of this month. Alun Armstrong Soc- cer Centre, at the Future Business Park, opened in 2012 boasting six indoor football pitches. The facility expanded in 2015 when it also opened its own gym. Alun, who took on the role of Darlington FC manager last month, cited trouble securing a new Alun Armstron Soccer Centre will close at the end of the month. long-term lease for the property in his announce- the last few years.” upfront will be entitled to ment of the closure. The centre will operate a refund for the remaining He said: “We are dev- reduced opening hours balance on their account. astated by this news and from Monday 17th June For more information would like to thank all cus- before eventually closing email info@aasportscen- Resident Les Hutchinson with carer, Sharon and activities tomers, new and old, who on Sunday 30th June. tre.com or visit Alun Arm- coordinator, Elaine dressed as a 1940s soldier and a have helped support our Gym members who have stron Sports Centre on housewife. family ran business over paid for memberships Facebook. REDWORTH HOUSE REMEMBERS NO CONTRACTS ON THURSDAY, 6th June, tained by ‘Wor Vera’ com- Redworth House remem- plete in war time uniform NO JOINING FEE bered D-Day, when allied for a very patriotic sing- troops landed on the along. PAY AS YOU GO beaches of Normandy as Earlier in the day, resi- part of Operation Overlord, dents enjoyed a street party 75 years ago. style lunch. £20 per month | £8.50 per week | £3 per session There was a commem- A spokesperson said: oration from St John’s “The lounges and dining 1-2-1 Training Sessions £13.50 or £20 for two people Church to remember the rooms looked resplend- Bootcamps weekdays at 9am & 7pm (message or call to book) fallen. ent, decorated by activi- Staff dressed in 1940s ties coordinators Sandra style as Land Army Girls, and Elaine, with Union flag Unit 3 Norland House, Hackworth Industrial Estate, Shildon, DL4 1HE 40s tee dresses and even bunting and war time post- Tel: 07767 345 201 @macsstrength macs_strength an evacuee complete with ers. We had a wonderful brown label attached. day remembering an his- Open Monday - Friday 6am - 9pm | Saturday 7am - 4pm | Sunday 9am - 4pm Residents were enter- toric event.”

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Resident Vera, with sister-in-law Paula, is presented with a bouquet of flowers by Sainsbury’s staff member, Dani. The children working hard planting the flower beds in the Bear Area of Hackworth Park. AFTERNOON TEA AT YOUNGSTERS WORK TO ATTRACT REDWORTH HOUSE ON TUESDAY afternoon, served at their tables by BEES & BUTTERFLIES TO PARK 4th June, residents at very attentive Sainsbury’s CHILDREN FROM Shildon of Year 5 from St Johns’, at Shildon Town Council Redworth House enjoyed staff. Early Years and St John’s chose their favourite said: “Everyone had fun a scrumptious afternoon Ladies were given a Primary School have plants for the centre focal searching for mini beasts tea. lovely bunch of flowers at been working together to points and then created and everyone’s favourite The tea was provided by the end of the afternoon. increase the nectar and their individual planting worms. It was a fantas- Sainsbury’s Bishop Auck- Activities coordinators, pollen rich planting in schemes. tic session where we all land as part of their 150 Sandra Baynham and Hackworth Park. The session was made learned something new years celebrations. Elaine Gardiner extended The green-fingered vol- possible by support and contributed to the The cake and sand- their thanks to Sains- unteers gathered at the from Virgin Media, who overall scheme, having wiches were mouth-wa- bury’s for what proved to Bear Chair area on Tues- donated tools and bee lots of fun while working. tering and residents were be a wonderful afternoon. day 11th June, with the and butterfly friendly “Please remember this aim of providing foliage to plants. area of Hackworth Park attract beneficial insects Shildon Town Council has been developed and HUMBLES GARAGE and provide them with a also contributed a range planted by children to rich source of food. of bee and butterfly bene- provide a quiet place for 1 ROBSON STREET SHILDON, DL4 1EB The morning started ficial plants from funding children, mums, dads and 01388 778070 | 07778 117 778 with a safety talk and allocated from the recent local residents to sit a introduction to the tools Civic Pride - It’s Your while and take in the view MOTs - MOTORBIKES, they would be using and Neighbourhood Funding, surrounded by wonderful CARS AND VANS the plants they would be project. Further plants nature. SERVICING working with. The chil- were provided by Shildon “Fantastic work from TYRES dren then weeded the Alive to help provide the everyone involved – planters to prepare the abundance of planting thanks go to all of the chil- EXHAUSTS space ready for the new now in place for all to see. dren who took part in this WE ARE NOW CLOSED ON SATURDAYS planting. Kath Regan, Commu- session to increase bees The Early Years children, nity Development and and butterflies in Hack- supported by members Project Support Worker worth Park. JB JOINERY All aspects of joinery HIGH STREET VOUCHERS OFFERED FOR & home improvement services undertaken FITNESS FOCUS GROUP PARTICIPATION Free Estimates Call John on HOW ACTIVE are you? Not rent opportunities avail- • Foundations Building; along to a focus group will active enough? Are you able in Shildon, and to Wednesday 26th June, receive a £20 high street 07814 965 317 doing less than 30 minutes share thoughts and ideas 4-7pm (drop-in), 5.30- voucher as a thank you JB Joinery of physical activity every on what might encourage 7pm (focus group); for taking part, and those week? Do you want to do you, and others like you, to • Shildon Alive: Tuesday who go along to a drop-in more but just struggle to be a bit more active. 9th July; 1-3pm (srop-in session will be given the HOUSES TO LET get started, find the time, The Partnership is invit- & focus group). opportunity to be entered the motivation or an activ- ing Shildon residents to go Whilst they are keen to into a prize draw for a £75 In Shildon, ity that’s right for you? along for a chat and a cof- hear from everyone, they amazon voucher. Bishop Auckland If this is you, then the fee on the following dates, would especially like to For further information, Active Shildon Partnership times and locations: speak to those who are or to confirm your attend- Howden le Wear would love to hear from you. • Jubilee Fields Commu- less active, i.e. those cur- ance, contact County Evenwood More specifically, they nity Centre; Tuesday rently doing little or no Durham Sport via email want to find out about 25th June 10am - 1pm physical activity. at hello@countydurham- & Darlington what you enjoy doing, to (drop-in), 11am-12.30pm As well as a free cof- sport.com or call 0191 TEL: 07795 652 191 hear your views on cur- (focus group); fee, everyone who goes 3077 117.

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Helen Pinkney, Community Development Project Officer at BASH AAP, Barbara Fuller of Jubilee Fields Community Centre and Cllr Shirley Quinn whose Neighbourhood Budget fund was used to purchase the new oven. NEW OVEN FOR JUBILEE CENTRE BISHOP AUCKLAND and used within the facility Shildon AAP has sup- and it will enable the ported Jubilee Fields kitchen to be available Andrew Walker, BASH AAP Coordinator with Joni Moore and Tanya Ornsby of Auckland Community Centre with for groups and organi- Youth and Community Centre and Cllr Shirley Quinn, whose Neighbourhood Budget fund the purchase of a new sations to use going for- was used to fund the project. oven through £2,000 of ward. Neighbourhood Budget “Our thanks to the funds. AAP,” said Centre Devel- DETACHED YOUTH WORKER The project bought opment Worker, Barbara and installed an electric Fuller. “The new oven PROJECT RECEIVES FUNDING oven with six plate range was much needed for FOLLOWING A success- Delivery takes place ing has allowed us to to replace the centre’s our Breakfast Clubs, ful project Bishop Auck- four evenings each week carry on with a very suc- outdated gas oven. Children’s Holiday Clubs land and Shildon AAP to respond flexibly to cessful project. It will The cooker is well and Luncheon Clubs. have awarded Auckland demand. allow our skilled staff Youth and Community The project aims to team to engage with chil- A. Francis Centre £11,400 for their support young people dren and young people Roofing & Building AERIALS Detached Youth Work through volunteering across the area to sign- From a single slate to a new roof Project through their and training as well as post them into a variety Digital TV Aerial & area budget. development of life-skills of services that are being Gutters cleaned and inspected CCTV Installers Chimney repairs The project involves and encouraging involve- provided by other organi- Repointing to brickwork ü Competitive Price delivery of detached ment and participation sations and partners. No job too small ü Quality Materials youth work sessions by a in existing positive activi- “Workers build up an Tel: 01388 833853 ü Fast & Reliable skilled team of part-time ties locally. excellent rapport with Mob: 07811 848228 0 1 3 8 8 7 2 0 9 9 4 youth workers across David McCreedy, Deliv- Children and Young Peo- the Bishop Auckland and ery Manager, Auckland ple and guide them away Established 1987 naylorsaerials.co.uk Shildon AAP area includ- Youth and Community from anti-social behav- ing in notable hotspots. Centre said: “This fund- iour.” Scooters from £295 This week in History Adjustable Beds from £595 • Wheelchairs, bath lifts & stair lifts 13 June 1985 14 June 1798 15 June 1215 • Service & Repair at your home After more than a Captain William Bligh Following a revolt by Lift Recline Chairs from decade in space, and 18 others, cast the English nobility £495 Est 2003 Part exchange welcome Pioneer 10, the adrift after a mutiny against his rule, King M.V. MOBILITY world’s first out- on the HMS Bounty John puts his royal 01388 311729 MOBILE SHOWROOM er-planetary probe, seven weeks before, seal on the Magna leaves the solar reach Timor in the Carta, or “Great system and enters East Indies after trave- Charter.” BLINDS FACTORY SHOP interstellar space. ling nearly 4,000 miles. FREE MEASURE & FITTING buy direct from the 16 June 1963 17 June 1885 18 June 1972 factory and save £££’s Soviet Cosmonaut A gift of friendship A Trident jetliner FREE Valentina Tereshkova from the people of crashes after takeoff HOME SELECTION SERVICE becomes the first France to the people from Heathrow Airport, Phone the North East’s original master blind maker woman to travel into of America, the 350 killing 118 people. The space aboard Vostok pieces of the disman- official cause remains Siesta Blinds on 01325 309003 Siesta House, Whinfield Drive, Newton Aycliffe DL5 6AU 6, returning to earth tled Statue of Liberty unknown, but it is Ask about our next day fitting on vertical blinds after 71 hours and 48 arrive in New York thought the plane may www.siestablinds.com orbits. Harbour. have been overweight.

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Lucas-Jay and Sophia with their family. CHRISTENED AT ST JOHN’S BROTHER AND sister Nicholson and Laura Lucas-Jay Nicholson Wilson chose Pauline and Sofia Wilson were Hickey, Tom Nicholson, baptised at St John’s Sarah Nicholson and Church recently. Carmel Appleton as Parents Andrew Godparents. Spectrum Skating Club had eight members at the British Figure and Free Championships. SILVER MEDAL FOR SPECTRUM SKATERS SPECTRUM SKATERS Dawson, Lucy Richardson “We had so much fun as recently represented and Hannah Godwin’s timings allowed the skat- Spectrum North East at routine to the theme from ers to enjoy a picnic, birth- the British Figure and Free Titanic impressed the day celebration meal and Championships in Ket- judges enough to secure cinema trip too. tering, Northamptonshire the silver medal. “It was a memorable and returned with silver Team Coach, Tracy Ste- championships, and with medals. vens said: “I am so proud new World Skate Rollart In total, eight skaters of the whole team and judging systems now in from Spectrum Roller how much effort they put place, the skaters can Skating Club, based at in. take away feedback for Shildon Sunnydale Lei- “I am very grateful to improvement.” sure Centre, travelled to have such a supportive Anyone interested in compete at the champion- set of parents and fantas- beginners’ lessons can go ships. tic community support for along on Thursday eve- In the Tots event, 8-year- the club. nings between 4.30pm old Iris Comerford came “It is a tremendous and 5.30pm. You can also Some of the Year 6 pupils in St John’s Church yard with 13th in Figures and 16th achievement to take part get more details from their TA, Mrs Bennett. in Free, skating to music in the championships and the group’s Facebook, from Mary Poppins. the skaters exceed expec- Twitter and Instagram Seven-year-old Ella New- tations every time. accounts. YEAR 6 BRIGHTEN UP THE son came 15th in Figures and 15th in Free with a CHURCH YARD FOR SUMMER routine to music from the ICF MEETINGS INVITATION YEAR 6 pupils from St ender, petunias, dahlias, musical Miss Saigon. IMMANUEL CHRISTIAN starting at 7pm. John’s Primary School marigolds and lobelias. In the Minis event, 9-year- Fellowship Church is invit- Bible Study on Thursday tidied up planters in St They also watered the old Jazzmyn Loring placed ing the people of Shildon 20th starting at 7pm. John’s Church yard last vegetables the Girl Guides 6th in Figures and 6th in to join them for the follow- Light Refreshments will week, in preparation for recently planted as part Free with her routine to ing events, at Unit 5, Nor- follow each meeting. the summer months. of their Incredible Edibles Fireball, while Kam Com- land House, Hackworth For more information or They wanted to create project. erford, who celebrated her Industrial Park, Byerley to make enquiries about lots of colour to brighten Furthermore, the pupils 10th birthday this week- Road: these and other events up wedding photos and litter picked the church end at her first champion- Weekly Sunday services call 07707 562646, email: also attract bee and but- grounds as part of their ships, came 8th in figures starting Sunday 16th June [email protected]. terfly populations in the Guerrilla Gardening ses- and 13th in free perform- from 6pm to 7.30pm fol- You can also visit www. church grounds. sion with Shildon Town ing to Just Got Paid. lowed by a light buffet and icfworship.co.uk, or They enthusiastically Council and Shildon Alive In the group show event, refreshments. @rainbowtotsshildon and tidied, weeded and - A St John’s Church Pro- Spectrum’s team quartet Weekly Prayer Meeting @icfworship1 on Face- planted the tubs with lav- ject. of Nicola Stevens, Niamh on Tuesday 18th June book.

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7 For more news from Shildon and across South West Durham visit: www.swd.news Friday 14th June 2019 Sport Local leagues, competitions and events... WEATHER WASHES OUT DERBY SHILDON RAILWAY’S too strong for the home local derby against side. Bishop Auckland at King- Batting first, the visi- sway fell victim to the tors made 120 for 9 in 20 weather last Saturday, overs. Skipper Rob Nevi- as heavy rain wiped out son (4 for 22) being the the whole programme of pick of the Shildon bowl- fixtures in the Darlington ers. Building Society North In reply, none of the Yorks & South Durham batsmen looked com- ECB Premier Cricket fortable, with only three League. players managing double The Railwaymen hope figures and the innings to get back into league petered out in the 20th action this Saturday, at over, well short of the tar- home to Billingham Syn- get, at 97 all out. thonia. As the Crier goes to Shildon Running and Athletic Club members ahead of the “brutal” Swaledale Marathon. Last Wednesday, Shil- press, Shildon entertain don lost out on a place in Hunwick in the SG Petch UP HILL AND DOWN DALE FOR the Ken Welsh Cup Final, Eggleston Cup, weather when Stockton proved permitting of course! SHILDON MARATHON RUNNERS LOTTO JACKPOT ROLLS OVER LAST SATURDAY, a Anderson in 46th place ran the Dalton Park five large team from Shil- overall with a fantastic mile race in a new per- THERE WAS no jackpot across the town. Just look don Running & Athletic time of 4 hours, 3 min- sonal best time of 37 min- winner after Shildon AFC for the lottery poster in Club headed to North utes. utes, 5 seconds. Supporters’ Club’s latest shop windows. Yorkshire to take on the He was followed by the And on Sunday, in much lottery draw at the football mighty Swaledale Mara- rest of the team: Dan warmer conditions, ground social club on Sun- thon. Jefferey (4:23), Gareth Janine Wilson completed day 2nd June. 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You can find out can be bought at outlets crossings were quite Ross (7:15), James Ross more by searching Shil- challenging. and Vivienne Rudge (both don Running Club on Many of the Shildon 07:45). Facebook and you can runners described the Irene and Darren Ross follow the club on Twitter SHILDON AFC course as “brutal” but were the final two home, at @OfficialSRAC. all completed it despite both with a time of 7:49. If you’re a runner over FRIENDLY FIXTURES ongoing injuries, breaking Not all runs Shildon the age of 18 you can go fingers on the way round Running & Athletic Club along and join them for Thursday 4th July and almost losing shoes take on are as long as the a run on Mondays and in a bog. Swaledale Marathon. Wednesdays at 6.15pm, Home v Shildon BR The first of the Shildon On Wednesday night starting from Sunnydale Saturday 6th July runners back was David (5th June), David Little Leisure Centre. Home v Hartlepool United Thursday 11th July TIGERS BOW OUT TO CRUSADERS Away v Willington DURHAM TIGERS played to score a try on 20 min- sions. their first home game of utes with Euan Kitching McAdam scored his sec- Tuesday 16th July the season in the North converting. ond Tigers try on 77 min- Home v Spennymoor Town East Rugby League Cup A further two tries gave utes with Jamie Allison game against a very Crusaders a 16-6 half time converting. Saturday 20th July strong Catterick Cru- lead. In the last minute Cat- Away v Carlton Town saders in front of a large Tigers again pulled the terick were reduced to 12 home crowd. deficit back with an Owen players after the referee Wednesday 24th July Crusaders got off to a McGrath try but soon after brandished a red card Home v Middlesbrough U23s fast start getting a try in lost a player to a yellow was. Weekday Matches KO 7.30pm, Saturday Matches KO 3pm. the opening minute and card. However, it was too late Match dates and times are subject to change. Check online at again on the 7 minute Crusaders took full for Tigers to take advan- www.shildonafc.com/fixtures-results for real-time schedule. mark. advantage, scoring a fur- tage and Catterick ran out Tigers powered through ther 4 tries and 2 conver- the winners by 16-36.