MARCH 2017 www.stockton.gov.uk/stocktononteesnews
The community magazine of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Big plans, bright future CONTENTS
Time to explore You’re hired! 8 Preston Park 28 LIVE in Stockton 32 CONTENTS News Round Up Economic Regeneration Environment 4 and Transport 6 and Housing 12
BIG NEWS FOR BIG PLANS FOR AN BIG PLANS FOR OUR STOCKTON-ON-TEES OUTSTANDING BOROUGH PLACES AND OPEN SPACES
Community Health and Children and Safety 14 Wellbeing 16 Young People 18
BIG PLANS FOR KEEPING BIG PLANS FOR THE BIG PLANS FOR THE YOUNG OUR COMMUNITIES SAFE HEALTH OF OUR PEOPLE PEOPLE OF OUR BOROUGH Arts, Culture Adults Strong and Leisure 23 Services 35 Communities 36
BIG PLANS FOR GREAT BIG PLANS FOR THE BIG PLANS FOR HELPING EXPERIENCES CARE WE PROVIDE OUR COMMUNITIES PROSPER Your Ward Surgeries in What’s On Council 37 Your Area 42 45
AMBITIOUS, EFFECTIVE BIG PLANS FOR BIG PLANS FOR AND PROUD TO SERVE YOUR AREA THE FUTURE
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PAGE 3 NEWS ROUND UP NEWS ROUND UP WELCOME TO THIS Award winning women SPRING EDITION Three business women from the Borough are among the most entrepreneurial in the North East. OF STOCKTON-ON- Claire Moore of School House Recruitment, Jacqueline Gallazi-Ritchie of All England Gas Services Ltd and Joanna Wake of RAW Digital Training were all named winners at the TEES NEWS prestigious annual North East Women Entrepreneur of the It’s time for the Council to set its annual budget for Stockton-on-Tees Year Awards. the services we deliver to you. It continues to be a Now in its 17th year, the awards celebrate women’s challenging time as we face on-going reductions in achievements in a range of sectors. funding and increasing pressures on our social care welcomes students Winner of the Sage-sponsored Best Small Business services. You can learn more on page 38 about how the Durham University’s plans to create a new higher Award and the Susan Dobson Award for Entrepreneurship, Council plans to meet the savings it needs to make and education facility for international students on the Jacqueline Gallazi-Ritchie, said: “I was very humbled to be how it will use the money it has to pay for services while banks of the River Tees are progressing well. nominated, but to have won both awards is truly an honour, Jacqueline Gallazi-Ritchie continuing to invest in our Borough. not just for myself, but also the team at All England Gas.” Leading global education provider, Study Group, will We’ve also got a lot of positive news to share with you operate the new International Study Centre (ISC) at Queen’s Campus in collaboration with the University. Courses at in this edition. It’s recently been announced that a Can you do better? new International Study Centre will open at Durham the ISC will help develop students’ language and study University’s Queen’s Campus in September welcoming skills to prepare them for entry to Durham University undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. students from across the world and Stockton Town Centre has been crowned the winner of the Great From September, the Thornaby based facility will welcome British High Street of the Year Awards in the Rising Star students from all around the world. Students attending the category. The High Street beat off strong competition to ISC, which is a short walk from Stockton Town Centre, will be a year-round presence in the Borough. scoop the prestigious accolade which is an endorsement of having a good long-term plan which is starting to Study Group already runs similar facilities in the UK, see improvements. It is becoming a great all-round Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand and the USA. destination for everything from world class events to specialist markets, sophisticated cocktail bars, trendy pubs and quirky independent shops alongside national New base for sea cadets chains. There remains a lot more to do and with lots A special guest was on hand to officially more challenges, particularly within the retail sector open Stockton-on-Tees Sea Cadets’ new – but we’re on with it. You can read about the latest developments on pages 6, 7, 30 and 31. £460,000 base in Thornaby. Captain Philip Russell RN, Captain Sea Cadets, unveiled a Get snap happy Meanwhile, we are pleased to see so many of our plaque at the official launch of the cadets’ riverside building Borough’s businesses doing so well. On page 9 there’s at Thornaby Place. a really interesting story about Harrison Packaging who on the banks of the Tees supply major UK retailers including Marks & Spencer. The two-storey building – named ‘Apedaile House’ in recognition of the cadets’ President, Alderman Lynne And it’s not just manufacturing where Stockton stands Apedaile – has been transformed into a bright, modern and It’s almost 10 years since construction work out. The Borough’s also has some fantastic home grown fully-accessible facility boasting a ground floor wet room, a musical talent. On pages 32 and 33 you can find out fully equipped catering galley and a lift to improve disabled began on our iconic Infinity Bridge and we about some of the artists and what they like best about access. An adjoining annexe has also been refurbished and want you to help us mark the occasion by now has new changing rooms and showers, a high quality the area. kitchen and central heating. sending us your photographs of this truly Finally, don’t forget to pull out and keep the PLAY Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council supported the Sea stunning structure. pages of this magazine which highlight a selection of Cadets application for a Community Covenant Grant to help There are prizes to be won! Not only will the best image feature the spring/summer events programme – such as the buy the facility, ahead of its refurbishment. on the front cover of the May edition of Stockton-on-Tees News, new music and comedy festival Stockton Stages and the winning photographer will also win VIP tickets to the Stockton The Sea Cadets is the UK’s largest maritime charity for Calling Music Festival. the usual favourites like the Stockton young people aged 10 to 18. For more information visit Cycling Festival, Duathlon and SIRF which www.sea-cadets.org/stockton To enter, post your picture on your Facebook wall and tag celebrates its 30th birthday this year. the Council so we can share it. Don’t worry if you don’t do Facebook or have difficulty tagging, just email your entry to [email protected] or post it to Infinity Bridge photographs, Communications Team, Municipal Buildings, Neil Schneider Church Road, TS18 1LD (please include your contact details). Chief Executive, Entries must be received by Sunday 9 April and will be judged by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council the Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees.
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It’s no surprise that the town captured the You just have to take a walk around to see imagination of the Head of Google Retail how much it offers shoppers and visitors alike. Stockton’s a Rising Star and beat other high street names to take the But it doesn’t stop there. On these pages you Great British High Street “Rising Star” crown. can learn more about the latest developments.
The Globe Theatre Hampton by Hilton Hotel Heritage in the 21st Century Retail growth Major works to create a 2,500 capacity live music and comedy A 125-bed Hampton by Hilton Hotel is expected to open in Listed and heritage buildings will benefit from a £2million Stockton is home to lots of new independent businesses venue at The Globe are expected to begin this summer. Autumn 2018. boost from the Heritage Lottery Fund. that are thriving alongside national chains.
Sophisticated cocktail bars and trendy eateries Swallow Hotel Year round events The Georgian Theatre From classy cocktail bars to stylish new eateries offering tasty The transformation of the former Swallow Hotel into Flexible, multi-purpose space means the town can host a world Work to increase the capacity of the much loved Georgian locally sourced food – Stockton has it all. student accommodation is expected to start this year. class events programme attracting visitors from far and wide. Theatre is nearly complete.
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Andrea Broughton with her apprentice Kayleigh Hughes Stockton-on-Tees has a long-standing tradition in manufacturing that is still very much in evidence today. Through our regular Made in Stockton-on-Tees feature we take a look at some of the Borough’s manufacturing success stories.
You’re hired! Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is helping employers to take on apprentices and people searching for a route back into work. Andrea Broughton owns Mrs B’s @ Whinstone and Barley Fields which provides holiday, before and after school care. She said: “My first apprentice is now a fully paid member of Craig Hill enjoying his apprenticeship at Thyme Café Sales Director, Mike Baum our team and I have since taken on another two young people. The Council’s Learning and Skills service is a very professional Harrison Packaging in Thornaby is one team with your best business interests at heart.” of the longest established printed carton Craig Hill has also benefitted from the service after being Craig said: “I’ve gained so much from the support I’ve manufacturers in Europe, supplying major UK unemployed for more than a year. received and it has been great to build my skills and start my He completed a three-week ‘Directions’ course and then apprenticeship. I’ve discovered new skills and confidence that I retailers and well-known brand names alike. gained a Level 2 qualification in Food Hygiene before taking didn’t have before and now I’m looking to the future.” Founded in 1882, the company has grown significantly in up an apprenticeship at Thyme Café at the Belasis Business For more information about apprenticeships email recent years and now has 130 employees at its modern facility Centre in Billingham. [email protected] or call 01642 528112. on Teesside Industrial Estate. Sales Director, Mike Baum, said: “We now have a diverse customer base from new start-ups to much larger A young entrepreneur from “Selling at high profile events has organisations such as Bettys and Taylors of Harrogate, where Egglescliffe School is looking opened my eyes to the world of we are a key supplier of packaging for the Yorkshire Tea brand. A taste for business and how life is outside the to the future after a promising classroom – an insight every teenager “We produced the 2016 M&S Beauty Advent calendar, Enterprise start in the world of business. should have. supplying 10.2million components to exacting specification and a very tight schedule. Work has already started to Noorulain Zafar, 15, is a member of the “The reaction I’ve got from the secure the 2017 version and we’re confident we’ll rise to the school’s ‘Egglescliffe Enterprise’ group local community and the buzz challenge. and has found success in sourcing and surrounding Samosa2Go has been selling tasty food products under her totally overwhelming. It’s something I “Our team has done a great job moving us into more added ‘Samosa2Go’ brand. won’t forget and that’s why I intend to value areas through innovation, including a first foray into the continue with Samosa2Go and further premium drinks market. We recently rebranded using rich She has sold the samosas at various my insight into the business world.” black and gold imagery to reflect this change, whilst hinting at school events to rave reviews and made our rich heritage. a profit of over £900 thanks to her stall Any young people wishing to start at the Stockton Sparkles Market. Mike added: “We’re proud of our roots and it’s fantastic to up in business are encouraged to know the contribution we are making to the future of the The finishing area Noorulain says: “Alongside all the contact the Council’s Business and Stockton-on-Tees area.” support from school and my family, this Enterprise Team on 01642 527567. Noorulain Zafar has found success has been an experience to remember. For more information visit www.harrisonpack.com with her Samosa2Go brand
PAGE 8 PAGE 9 ECONOMIC REGENERATION AND TRANSPORT ECONOMIC REGENERATION AND TRANSPORT Major step forward for Ingleby Makeover for shopping parades Barwick leisure and library complex Shopping parades across the Borough are gaining a new lease of life. Shoppers visiting Redhill Road shops in Roseworth will notice that improvements have been made to the paving, benches, bins and landscaping. And Thirteen Group is enhancing the canopies of the shops they own too. Windlestone Road in Billingham is also being rejuvenated with the introduction of new paving, seating, trees and additional parking. Meanwhile, at the front of High Newham Court in Hardwick, the paths have been upgraded to improve safety for pedestrians. Director of Economic Growth and Development at Stockton-on- Tees Borough Council, Richard McGuckin, said: “These shops are really well used by residents so it is important that they are kept in a good state of repair and that they are maintained so they are accessible for everyone.”
Ingleby Barwick’s very own leisure facility is in the development of this facility which is going to bring some on target to open next year. excellent services to the heart of Ingleby Barwick and we hope it will be enjoyed by residents and visitors from across The plans were approved last month so a contractor can now the Borough. be procured. “We’ve been working closely with All Saints CE Academy and The multimillion pound leisure centre, library and customer the Diocese of York on this project and we’re looking forward service point will feature a wide range of facilities including to continuing that relationship as the scheme progresses.” swimming pools, a health and fitness suite, a gym and The leisure centre is being designed by Ellis Williams community access library. Architects and will be operated by Tees Active Leisure which Work is expected to get under way later this year with the already operates high quality fitness and leisure venues in the facility opening to the public in 2018. Borough on behalf of the Council. Richard McGuckin, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Keep an eye on future editions of Stockton-on-Tees News Director of Economic Growth and Development, said: “The for more updates. approval of the planning application is a significant milestone Ingleby Barwick roadworks complete The innovative scheme will test whether there is a demand A major highway improvement scheme to for a commercial bus service in certain areas. alleviate traffic congestion in Ingleby Barwick is The buses run on weekdays between Norton, Stockton Town now complete. A new way Centre and Hartburn, and between Wolviston Village and The dualling of Myton Way and Ingleby Way was carried out by Billingham Town Centre. the Council in partnership with Lumsden & Carroll and was part They can seat between eight and 16 passengers and have of a wider project to reduce peak period congestion in the area to travel removable seats to allow space for three wheelchairs. following the upgrade of the Quarry Farm roundabout. Anyone who would like to use the service must register first. The improvements allow the roads in the centre of Ingleby A Community Transport Bus Service Membership is free and you will be issued with a card to Barwick to better deal with a growing population and for traffic has been launched to help people who show the driver when you get on board. to flow more freely to meet the needs of residents, visitors and businesses. don’t have access to local bus services To find out more about the routes, timetables and how to become a member visit travel around the Borough. www.stockton.gov.uk/communitytransport
PAGE 10 PAGE 11 ENVIRONMENT AND HOUSING ENVIRONMENT AND HOUSING Repairing the roads Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is carrying out a carefully planned maintenance programme to help prevent damage to the Borough’s roads and footpaths. Richard McGuckin, the Council’s Director of Economic Growth and Development, said: “We take the upkeep of our roads and footpaths very seriously and we know how important this issue is for our residents and businesses alike.” And you can play your part and help the Council by reporting KNOW YOUR damaged roads, footpaths and potholes online. It’s easy to do – www.stockton.gov.uk/doitonline or call 01642 391959. Easter KERBSIDE collections COLLECTIONS During the Easter period, waste and recycling collections will be The fortnightly kerbside collections of green waste are starting soon: carried out as normal with Big plans, bright future! our staff working on Good Red week collections begin on Monday 17 April • Friday to ensure there is A £14million programme to install Work is now under way in Norton West. • Blue week collections begin on Monday 24 April no disruption. The programme will be on-going until the end of the year super-efficient lighting across the when the new street lights will have been rolled out across the Borough is continuing. whole Borough. If you are unsure of your collection week you can find For further information and to find out when the street lights in In Billingham North and Hardwick modern LED lighting units out more on the website or by signing up to My Stockton – your area will be replaced visit have been fitted instead of the old style lanterns, and columns www.stockton.gov.uk/streetlighting over 25 years old have been replaced too. visit www.stockton.gov.uk/mystockton or call 01642 391959.
The first residents will soon to be Making Stockton welcomed at the exciting new West End Gardens development in Stockton. Situated off Dovecot Street, West End Gardens features home a range of two and three-bedroom homes, as well as bungalows and apartments for affordable rent. The new homes include dining or breakfasting kitchens (including an oven, hob and extractor), off-street parking and great family bathrooms with showers. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council has delivered the development in partnership with Thirteen Group and Keepmoat Homes. Martin Hawthorne, Director of Development and Regeneration at Thirteen, said: “This mixture of new houses, bungalows and apartments, not only provides much needed housing but stimulates the ongoing development of a sustainable and vibrant community in the area.” Richard McGuckin, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Director of Economic Growth and Development, added: The first six, two-bedroom homes have been handed over to “I am sure the first residents will have a great time living Thirteen by Keepmoat, who built the properties. To find out in this family-friendly area.” more visit www.thirteengroup.co.uk
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Dennis Hancock from the Environment Agency (left) and Richard McGuckin from Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Building bridges A new bridge to help reduce the risk of The Environment Agency has built new flood walls along Lustrum Beck at Bedford Street and Duddon Walk – tying in flooding has opened on Durham Road. with a raised embankment at Newtown. CHECK YOUR CHIP Beryl Hebron and Susie Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, in partnership with the All of these improvements come after the completion of a Environment Agency, replaced Londonderry Bridge as part of Did you know that legislation introduced nationally in April 2016 made it compulsory for owners to microchip their new lifting screen at Primrose Hill and a new flood wall at the Lustrum Beck flood alleviation scheme. dogs and to ensure that the information on the microchip is kept up to date? Bishopton Road. Richard McGuckin, the Council’s Director of Economic Growth And it’s not just the law, it could help you be quickly The Council’s Animal Welfare Team holds free Ted Thomas, Project Manager for the Environment Agency, and Development, said: “The old bridge was a major contributor reunited with a lost or stolen pet and also prevents the microchipping appointments for dogs on the second said: “We’ll now turn our attention to the next phase of work, to the serious flooding seen in this area due to its arches cost and upset of housing animals in kennels and fourth Thursday of every month in their offices on which is to store extra flood water in the catchment upstream of obstructing the beck’s flow. and rehoming. Church Road. Stockton and create a new habitat.” “Now we have a single span bridge which will help to reduce the Beryl Hebron, of Stockton, is an advocate of The Dogs Trust also offers free microchipping sessions. flood risk to more than 150 homes.” microchipping after being reunited with her lost dog. Visit www.chipmydog.org.uk to find out more. She said: “Susie went missing in the woods near Preston To make an appointment to have your dog microchipped Park and we were totally devastated. Thankfully, the or for advice on how you update your personal details for Animal Welfare team called the next morning to say a dog which is already chipped, call 01642 526575 or Staying safe at home they’d found her which was a big relief!” email [email protected] Cleveland Fire Brigade and health organisations are joining forces to help keep residents safe and well. The Brigade has expanded their usual home visits to those aged over 65 to include checks and advice on health-related Making the Borough safer issues such as dementia support, befriending services, smoking cessation and alcohol support services, in addition to Terry and Moyra Widham talk to Anyone interested in either course should email Cleveland Fire Brigade Watch Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is fire safety related advice. Manager, Kevin Harrison [email protected] or call 01642 528112. working with taxi drivers to make the Ian Hayton, Chief Fire Officer, said: “We’re delighted to be working with our partners in health and social care to use our “Looking at a wider range of issues will allow us to make every Borough safer. skills and experience in keeping people safe in their homes. contact count.” Nearly 700 hackney and private hire firms have taken a special course so they can help protect vulnerable adults and safeguard children. Be safe, be seen Have your say They learnt about identifying signs of harm, abuse and neglect As more and more people take up cycling, it is even more as well as how to report concerns and when it is appropriate to important that all road users know how to stay safe: Cleveland’s Police and Crime Commissioner share information taking into account passenger confidentiality. • W ear a helmet and bright clothing when cycling is attending a number of community meetings. Tahir Ali, Secretary of the Stockton Hackney Carriage • Be aware of vehicles, especially when cycling onto the road Association, said: “The course was great and it was really useful from a path For full details visit www.cleveland.pcc.police.uk to learn about the support services available so we can make When driving, look out for cyclists and maintain a safe and search “Your Force, Your Voice”. sure anyone who needs help knows where they can get it.” • passing distance Barry Coppinger can also be contacted by email at The Council’s Learning and Skills Service also delivers a Level • Visit the Hub, Stockton’s one-stop resource centre, for local 2 NVQ in road passenger vehicle driving for taxi and private hire cycling routes, training, guided rides and more. [email protected] operators which covers everything from providing a safe and or on 01642 301653. legal vehicle to safely transporting children and young people, For more information about the Hub, and offering assistance to wheelchair users. visit www.thehubstockton.wordpress.com
PAGE 14 PAGE 15 HEALTH AND WELLBEING HEALTH AND WELLBEING Mayor’s screening message The Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees, Councillor Ken Dixon, recently paid a special visit to the endoscopy unit at the University Hospital of North Tees. The Mayor said: “It was really insightful to tour the endoscopy unit which does great work screening for bowel cancer. I learnt a lot about the causes, prevention and treatment of the disease which is a subject that is close to my heart as Bowel Cancer UK is one of my charities. “All of the staff who spoke to me were really inspirational and I would like to thank them for the fantastic work that they do. “Bowel cancer is a preventable and curable disease if it is caught early enough so I strongly urge everyone to get themselves checked out if they suspect any signs or symptoms.” All men and women aged 60 to 74 registered with a GP are sent a home test kit. If you are over 75, you can ask for a kit by The Mayor and Mayoress, Mrs Linda Dixon with calling the Freephone helpline 0800 707 60 60. Deputy Matron, Alison McCullagh Changes to urgent care services A new integrated urgent care service is being launched on 1 April. NHS Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees Clinical Commissioning Patients will continue to access their own GP practice as they do Group (CCG) have announced that the 24/7, GP-led facility will now. However, when local practices are closed you will call 111 be operated from the University Hospital of North Tees and the for an appointment with the urgent care service. Fitness for all the family University Hospital of Hartlepool. It will include out of hours services, where patients can see a GP For more information, visit or Urgent Care Practitioner for urgent care needs on evenings www.hartlepoolandstocktonccg.nhs.uk We continue to bring you news of how Daughter Rachel, added: “Exercise is all I’ve known since and weekends, and will also cover minor injuries. being young. My mam, grandma and dad have always been Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, NHS physically active and my brother runs and goes kick boxing. health partners and other organisations “Once you see the improvements to your physical health and are working together to tackle health how you feel after each session, it becomes addictive.” Keeping the Borough warm inequalities through the Borough’s Joint To accompany regular exercise Public Health England is In previous editions of Stockton-on-Tees News we learnt urging parents to ‘Be Food Smart’ and take more control of that a scheme to help people stay warmer in their homes Health and Wellbeing Strategy. their children’s diets. A new “Be Food Smart” app has been has improved efficiency and reduced fuel bills but now new In this issue, we speak to an active family developed to highlight just how much sugar, saturated fat research by Newcastle University is highlighting the health and salt can be found in everyday food and drink that their benefits too. who all understand the importance of children consume. Between 2012 and 2016 the Council used money from the keeping fit. The free app helps and encourages families to choose Government funded ECO initiative and its own Public Health budget healthier options and works by scanning the barcode of Take one look at this family and you will see that there is no to ensure nearly 5000 homes had improvements like new boiler products. The app allows parents to compare brands, and installations and loft, cavity and external wall insulations. age limit on physical activity. Grandmother Chris Mahoney, 72, features food detective activities for children and mini missions from Wolviston, mother Julie Ground, 48, and daughter Rachel that the whole family can enjoy. Sarah Bowman-Abouna, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Grounds, 17, both from Billingham, all lead healthy lifestyles Interim Director of Public Health, said: “The health benefits through regular swimming, weight training, classes such as To find out more about how to get active like this family visit are still accumulating, however, Stockton Borough now has Clubbercise and much more. www.teesactive.co.uk or call 01642 528539. the second lowest level of fuel poverty in the North East and it’s “I go to classes with my mam and other occasions with my really pleasing to learn that residents are already experiencing a daughter, and sometimes we all go together. It’s nice having a better quality of life with those who received external insulation shared passion. It helps me to stay trim and makes me feel fit For more information on the Change4Life App, at the beginning of the scheme having fewer practice nurse and and healthy,” said Julie. visit www.stockton.gov.uk/change4life outpatient hospital appointments.”
PAGE 16 PAGE 17 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Wynyard Woodland Park DAY IN THE LIFE Helen Caswell Marketing and Grangefield Park, Stockton Recruitment Officer – ven Park, Yarm Le Fostering & Adoption
Adopting or fostering a child or young person requires patience, commitment and love but is also an extremely rewarding and inspiring experience – something that Helen Caswell knows well. Helen promotes all aspects of fostering and adoption from short respite placements, to medium and long-term care for individual children and babies, sibling groups, teenagers and young people over 16 who aren’t ready to Windmill Park, Ingleby Barwick live independently and need supported lodgings. Her expertise is grounded in her own personal experience. Helen and her husband, Stewart, have been foster carers for 12 years. Helen says: “The need for stable and loving homes can never be underestimated. In 2016, we had 419 children in the care of the local authority and the numbers are rising every year.” Helen works with the Child Placement Team and the Tees Valley Fostering Network to develop a programme of events and awareness-raising opportunities for prospective foster carers and adoptive parents across the region. The job also involves helping to support existing foster carers so she works alongside social Places to play workers to provide practical help such as organising events and producing materials to Now spring is here it’s time to get out and about help foster carers stay informed. in the fresh air and what better way to keep “People often think they aren’t eligible to foster the little ones entertained during the Easter or adopt – that’s a big misconception. The reality is that carers come from all ages, backgrounds holidays than to spend an hour or two at one of and ethnic groups, as well as from same sex relationships. My message is if you’re interested the Borough’s play areas. in fostering and adoption, please get in touch.” There are more than 40 play areas in parks, country parks and other green spaces For more information email across the Borough as well as 14 multi-use games areas which can be used for all [email protected] , Helen Caswell discusses fostering kinds of informal ball games. call 01642 526218 or visit For more information, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/parks John Whitehead Park, Billingham www.stockton.gov.uk/fostering
PAGE 18 PAGE 19 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE Calling great social workers Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council has taken to social media using its own film stars to attract more experienced social workers. There’s a shortage of children’s social workers nationally, so the Council is trying a new approach to recruitment. A film has been created to share what it is like to work in the children’s social care team and everyone in it works for the Council. Director of Children’s Services, Martin Gray (pictured), even took to the Air Trail high ropes course on the banks of the River Tees to emphasise the Council isn’t afraid to try something new. He said: “We were rated “Good” by Ofsted last year and already have some great staff but we’re determined to do all we can for our children and families and to do that we want to encourage even more social workers to help us.” Director of Children’s Services, Martin Gray, climbs Air Trail To watch the film, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/socialwork Free childcare If your child turns three or four this year they could be entitled to 30 hours a week free childcare from September. From learning to play the violin When an instrument needs a little TLC you need look no further To find out if they are eligible, because an instrument repair service is included when you sign to vocal tuition and from African up for lessons. visit www.stockton.gov.uk/30hours drumming to instrument repair – Manager of the Tees Valley Music Service, Susan Robertson, said: Meanwhile, parents of two year olds are reminded that they “TVMS has served the Tees Valley for more than 30 years and in could get up to 15 hours a week for free if they receive certain Tees Valley Music Service (TVMS) that time has continued to grow and expand to meet demand. benefits and have a household income below £16,190. offers it all. “We were initially an instrumental tuition service only, but now A Citizen Portal has been developed to help mums and dads we offer a vast variety of musical opportunities across the Tees find out if they can benefit – TVMS can support any young person looking to start playing a visit www.stockton.gov.uk/freechildcare musical instrument or keen on developing their singing skills - Valley and work with over 30,000 young people each year. and can advise which instrument might suit them best. “There is so much musical talent in our region and we are For more childcare information, email [email protected] or call 01642 527225. For more experienced musicians and singers, there is a chance passionate about nurturing it.” to meet other young musicians and join the nationally acclaimed For further information about the full range of opportunities Tees Valley Youth Choir who recently performed at the Royal available for young people through Tees Valley Music Service, Albert Hall or the Tees Valley Youth Orchestra who toured visit www.tvms.org.uk Hungary last year. Are you looking after someone else’s child? There is a legal requirement for all parents and private foster carers to notify the Council if they are looking after a child that is not their own for more than 28 days. When a parent arranges for another adult who is not a close relative to look after their child it is called private fostering. Anyone who is already private fostering, or who plans to, should email [email protected] or call (Hartlepool dial code) 01429 284284. To find out more visit www.stockton.gov.uk/privatefostering
PAGE 20 PAGE 21 CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE ARTS, CULTUREPULL OUT AND AND LEISURE KEEP Young carers have their say Four young people from Stockton- on-Tees have been handpicked to share their experiences of caring for a family member. The teenagers from Eastern Ravens Trust visited the office of the Children’s Commissioner in London. Staff working for the Commissioner asked the young people what services and support is available for young carers and about how their lives are affected by the care they provide. The Children’s Commissioner works with and on behalf of all Thomas Cody, Bailey Shaw, Dana Omran-Liddle children in England by promoting and protecting their rights. and Keavey White take in the sights of London Bailey Shaw, 16, from Norton, said: “It’s so important for Eastern Ravens Trust supports young carers and children and young people, and especially young carers, from our area to young people experiencing social exclusion or disadvantage. be given the opportunity to have their voices heard. It’s easy It has been working in Stockton since 1961. to feel like we are ignored by the Government but talking to the Commissioner’s team made us feel like we can influence For more information, national policies and make a difference.” visit www.easternravenstrust.org
Your guide to the major events happening across Stockton-on-Tees this spring and PLAYsummer. Visit www.stockton.gov.uk/events for full details.
Treats for the senses Nursery pupils from Layfield Primary School in Yarm have created their very own sensory garden. The three and four year olds have planted various bulbs and “The children like tending to the plants and ensuring they herbs within a raised border. have enough water to grow so that in the future our school Helen Owen, Head Teacher, said: “We have planted lavender, cooks Debbie and Jean will be able to use them in their curry plant, thyme, marjoram, chive, sage and rosemary for marvellous school lunches.” the children to enjoy but also to encourage more wildlife to The sensory garden helps the children to maximise visit our school. their senses through touch, sight, smell, sounds and eventually taste.
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Stockton Calling Stockton Duathlon Festival Stockton Cycling Festival Saturday 15 April Sunday 23 April Friday 14 –Sunday 16 July Stockton Town Centre Stockton Riverside Stockton Town Centre A day-long music festival showcasing some of the best One of the UK’s biggest and best Duathlons, enjoy a feast Now in its seventh year, the Cycling Festival offers a packed programme of exhilarating, inspirational and fun cycling original emerging music alongside some established of running and cycling for all abilities with the stunning with activities suitable for all ages. For more information and to see stunning highlights from last year – favourites and legends. River Tees backdrop. visit www.stockton.gov.uk/cycling
Tees Regatta Fire Engine and Vintage Vehicle Show Stockton Stages Saturday 20 May Saturday 24 – Sunday 25 June Thursday 20 – Saturday 22 July River Tees Watersports Centre Preston Park Museum and Grounds Stockton Town Centre This popular and exciting event attracts clubs from across The ever popular Fire Engine and Vintage Vehicle show This brand new music and comedy festival is coming to Stockton this summer. Stockton Stages will take the north competing on the beautiful and picturesque is returning to Preston Park Museum and Grounds once over a number of venues and welcome a thrilling array of top comedy and music talent. River Tees. again featuring exciting activities and fun for all the family.
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Leeon Poole training at The Green, Thornaby
SIRF17 Thursday 3 – Sunday 6 August Stockton High Street Take on the Duathlon Stockton International Riverside Festival is celebrating celebrate three decades of SIRF with some amazing Leeon said: “I considered the Sprint race (2km run, 10km its 30th birthday with four days packed with street shows and make fabulous memories! More than 850 people took part bike, 1km run) which is ideal for beginners but as I have been theatre, circus, dance and music. Make sure you add Visit www.sirf.co.uk to keep an eye out for updates. cycling for three years I pushed myself to take on the Standard the dates to your diary and be sure to join us as we in last year’s thrilling Stockton stockton-A3-v2.ai 1 2/14/2017 10:34:50 PM distance which was a 10km run, 40km cycle finishing with a Duathlon, featuring a healthy 5km run. mix of experienced athletes and “The atmosphere and support was incredible. An older guy was encouraging and pushing me along the way which was brilliant. eager newcomers. “I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about it – Among those making their debut was Leeon Poole, 29, from there’s three distances so you can choose whatever suits Thornaby and now he is encouraging others to take part in you best. It’s a goal to aim for and the event really gives you the 2017 event. motivation to exercise and keep your fitness levels up. Leeon was no stranger to the Borough’s cycle routes “The adrenaline you feel on the day beats any gym routine and running trails, but he admits the Duathlon posed and it’s a real sense of achievement when you cross that a new challenge. finish line!”
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We’re going on an egg hunt
Tasty treats in the Victorian Tea Room
See how the garden grows
Discover the Hall and its treasures, visit the Victorian Street or the Walled Kitchen Garden for a taste of life in the 19th century and let off steam in TIME TO EXPLORE the adventure play area and grounds. With winter a distant memory and summer just around the corner, For full details of all spring activities and events, now’s the time to visit Preston Park Museum and Grounds. visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk
Play days Farmyard Friends
Enjoy the grounds Discover fascinating collections Go back in time in the Victorian Street
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PAGE 28 PAGE 29 ARTS, CULTURE AND LEISURE ARTS, CULTURE AND LEISURE It’s all going on in Stockton Town Centre
Dates for your diary et Chic Vintique mark Welcome to the first Stockton Business 8 April Improvement District (BID) pages of Stockton Calling 15 April Stockton-on-Tees News. Chair of the own Centre tours Launch of T BID is Janice Auton, founder of Poppys 24 April Hairdressing, and in each edition she 40 years at the Movies will use this part of the magazine to 2-4 June keep you up to date with all sorts of Kapow Market and family fun day interesting events and promotions. 10 June “Stockton BID is a new company formed by businesses in Stockton Town Centre to promote the town and help it grow. Getting the ‘yes’ vote for the BID was fantastic news and we got off to a flying start by winning the Great British High Street Rising Star Award – but it didn’t stop there! “Just last month we held a hugely popular Strictly Valentine’s tea dance hosted by Giovani from Strictly Come Dancing and we’ve got all sorts of exciting events coming up so make sure you check out these pages and keep an eye on the website for updates. “And if you haven’t paid Stockton a visit recently why not book one of our town centre tours to see first-hand how we’ve transformed. “With around 2000 parking spaces in the Town Centre and many offering the first hour or two free of charge, it’s never been easier to enjoy everything going on in Stockton Town Centre. To find out more visit www.rediscoverstockton.co.uk”
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Cattle & Cane, featuring siblings Joe and Helen Hammill from Thornaby, have made a huge impact. Their debut album, Home, sandwiched them between Adele and Arctic Monkeys in the LIVE Official Independent Album Chart in its first week of sales. “We’ve played in Stockton many times and the atmosphere is always electric. Stockton Calling is an ideal platform for emerging bands and IN STOCKTON you’re guaranteed a receptive crowd – we can’t wait to headline The Georgian Theatre in April”, Stockton’s reputation as a festival said Helen. Joe agreed: “There are also some brilliant town is well established and promoters working hard to put on special continues to grow each year shows in our area like The Kids Are Solid Gold, Tees Music Alliance and Jimmy Beck. thanks to events like SIRF and We have real pride in where we come from the Cycling Festival – but did you and we’ve been lucky to have such great opportunities here.” know there’s a thriving music www.cattleandcane.co.uk scene on your doorstep too? While we’ve all heard of established acts like the Wildcats of Kilkenny - here we take a closer look at some of the next generation making a name for themselves and putting the Borough on the map.
Amelia Coburn has been rapidly winning new fans with her unique ukulele style: “Stockton has provided me with countless opportunities, from starting out at The Green Room and Musiclounge to having my own solo shows at ARC.” Andy Johnson manages Amelia, while also performing in local acts The Southmartins and Cherry Head Cherry Heart. He said: “The scene is so strong that people may end up taking for granted what is on their Tom Joshua writes heartfelt folk Indie band, Cellar Door, mix dark doorstep. tunes often featuring big melancholic guitars with a healthy dose of “Venues and bands need genuine support so soundscapes: “There’s nothing steel and swagger: “Stockton, we need people to get out and support us.” superficial about it, the music scene as a place, has shaped who we Amelia was recently nominated for a BBC in Stockton is filled with people are. We rehearse and record at Radio 2 Young Folk Award, having impressed wanting to support each other. There Green Dragon Studios and gigging with the judges with her unique voice and are loads of diverse acts with a in Stockton is always a pleasure take on classic songs. genuine desire to create culture.” thanks to the brilliant crowds.” www.ameliacoburn.co.uk www.facebook.com/tomjoshuamusic www.facebook.com/CellarDoorOfficial www.cherryheadcherryheart.com
PAGE 32 PAGE 33 ARTS, CULTURE AND LEISURE ADULTS SERVICES NEW APPROACH TO HOME CARE The Five Lamps Home Care team The Council is working in partnership with Five Lamps, a charity which delivers a range of social and financial inclusion services, to establish a new not-for-profit home care service. Supporting people in the Thornaby and Ingleby Barwick area, Five Lamps Home Care is working as a regulated home care provider for a 12 month pilot period – which will see them provide an effective and safe home care service. The team will carry out duties including personal care, helping service users to dress, wash and eat, and help them get out into the community and enjoy activities. The purpose of the pilot is to see how a community-based home care provider can link in with existing voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations to deliver activities that promote Comic Book Day at Billingham Library Family Fun Day at Yarm Library Funky Feet at Fairfield Library social engagement and support a person’s wellbeing. They still loan out the latest titles but do so much more too. An innovative new home care For more information about Five Lamps and their other It’s not just about Here’s just a snapshot of the great things Stockton Borough’s services, visit www.fivelamps.org.uk or libraries provide all year round. service is getting to work. contact the charity on 01642 753517. For more information, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/libraryevents borrowing books or to learn more about the Public Health Information Library Have you been to your local library recently? visit www.stockton.gov.uk/healthlibraries Join the club Harry Potter night at Stockton Central Library Storytime at Thornaby (Riverbank) Library Men and women over 55 are being encouraged to get more active. Club 55 is an innovative programme offering free sport and physical activity sessions. Delivered by Tees Active, in collaboration with a wide range of partners, the activities include indoor bowls, archery, indoor The Club 55 bowling group at Thornaby Pavilion curling, tai chi, and Zumba Gold. A similar project has also launched in Stockton. Allan McDermott, Sports Academy Manager for Tees Active, Sporting Chance offers men over 50 the chance to get said: “Many people have told us just how much Club 55 means involved with activities like walking football and gym sessions. to them in terms of getting moving but also the other social and For those looking for something more relaxed, reminiscence emotional benefits they’ve felt through meeting new people.” groups are available. For more information contact Thornaby Pavilion on To learn more, contact Gill Watson on 01642 733915 01642 760971 or email [email protected] or 07823 413242. Stockton Public Health Information Library Friday Friends at Roseworth Library Baby and Toddler Group at Norton Library National recognition for dementia care Ian Mackie, 80, from Hartburn, was shortlisted for a National Dementia Care Award in the ‘Exceptional Contribution by a Person Living with Dementia’ category. Since his diagnosis, Ian and his wife Mary have shown determination to increase awareness about the condition and to show that it is possible to live well with dementia. The couple were instrumental in the development of the LiveWell Dementia Hub in Thornaby – Stockton Borough’s ‘one stop shop’ for those living with dementia. The hub provides a single point of contact for information about dementia and support available locally. It has been recognised nationally, having been shortlisted for the For further information about the LiveWell Dementia Hub, Dementia Innovation of the Year at the Alzheimer’s Society email [email protected] or call 01642 527363. Knitting Group at Ingleby Barwick Library Dementia Friendly Awards.
PAGE 34 PAGE 35 STRONG COMMUNITIES YOUR COUNCIL A helping hand SPOTLIGHT ON… Street Cleaning Housing Parks Street cleaning services We support owners We manage more than 25 cover everything from of empty homes by parks and nature reserves weekly litter picking in providing information on which include many play residential streets to maintenance, repairs and areas, skate parks and all- a mechanical sweeper give advice on a range of weather courts for games. every four weeks as well issues including how to as extra cleaning for our access financial support main shopping areas after to pay for improvements. Stockton Borough churches each market. We also We also support residents Refuse, Recycling and carry out weed spraying, in crisis situations as well Epilepsy Outlook are working to support Waste strimming overgrown as those settling into the Our refuse, recycling and vegetation, clearing becks, community. We operate and establish friendships waste services include removing graffiti and a voluntary landlord Our regular “Spotlight On” weekly home refuse clearing rubbish from accreditation scheme, in with refugees and asylum collections, recycling public highways, parks and which landlords sign up to feature highlights the work open spaces. a code of standards and collections every fortnight Grounds Maintenance of some of the Borough’s seekers living in our area. as well as green waste, work with the Council to improve property standards Services include Stockton Baptist Tabernacle holds a weekly drop-in where business waste and bulky voluntary, community and waste collections. We in the private rented sector. fortnightly grass cutting, people from more than 30 different nations call in to Our work also covers annual hedge and shrub social enterprise organisations socialise, take part in activities, enjoy refreshments and buy empty over 4.4million bins every year! helping residents who need maintenance, tree carrying out vital work across quality second-hand clothes. adaptations making to management, football pitch Peter Chapman, Church Secretary, said: “A lot of the people their homes to help them maintenance and we also Stockton-on-Tees. we meet have been forced to flee terrible situations. Often live independently. carry out burial services. they’re leaving behind prestigious jobs and, of course, family Epilepsy Outlook was established in 1987 to develop and friends. support services and promote understanding about the condition. “As well as the drop-in we provide things like language courses and assistance with Home Office hearings and Understanding the nature and effects of epilepsy tribunals – which can be highly emotional and difficult. is important both for those with the condition and for people who may be affected by someone having “Our work is linked with the Open Door charity, the Red a seizure. Cross and Justice First. We offer our friendship and it’s been £8.1m £0.5m Refuse, Recycling and Waste wonderful to see people’s sense of community grow.” Street Lighting Parks Practical support and advice is available for people living Environment Drop-in sessions are available at the Tabernacle on Mondays Our street lighting with epilepsy and their families to adjust to any lifestyle changes brought about by the condition. between 1pm and 3pm, at Portrack Baptist Church on teams have and Housing Fridays between 10.30am and 1pm and at Stockton Parish responsibility for around £15.9m annual £1.75m Help with how to record seizures, coping mechanisms Church on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 1pm and 3pm. 28,500 lights across Housing and advice about benefits entitlement are all available the Borough. They’re budget after an informal one-to-one chat. £2m also carrying out the Grounds £1.7m Maintenance The group also helps to provide signposting to other programme to replace Street relevant organisations as well as providing support at GP old lanterns with super- Lighting £1.85m and consultant appointments. efficient LED lighting. In Street Cleaning The charity has now extended this unique one-to-one 2015/16, more than 7,800 service to cover the Stockton Borough area. Sessions are lanterns were converted delivered one day per week at various locations across to LEDs and nearly 4,400 Stockton-on-Tees. For more information contact Elaine lighting columns were Bartholomew, Outreach Worker, on 07505 541706 or replaced with new ones. email [email protected] For further information about Epilepsy Outlook and the We pride ourselves on being open, honest and fair so in Stockton-on-Tees News we like to give you support on offer, visit www.epilepsyoutlook.org.uk an overview of how money is spent. In this edition we look at spending within our Environment and Housing services. To find out more, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/thebigpicture
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Here we bring you our regular update on the consultations being carried out by the Council. But did you know many of these services are available on our To find out more visit www.stockton.gov.uk/consultation website? So you can request services when it’s convenient for Special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) update you, 24 hours a day. The first stage of consultation on SEND provision in the Borough has finished and Cabinet has authorised further work to progress the commissioning of a revised approach so more children and young people can attend a specialist place near to where they live. Constructive discussions were held with ‘Friends of Early Support Nursery’ and the Council plans to secure specialist nursery provision using the Early Support Nursery in Thornaby as well as inviting a new specialist Free School for the Tees Valley. Detailed proposals will now be worked up and presented to Cabinet this spring. Local Plan A nine week consultation took place between November 2016 and January 2017 seeking views on the Draft Local Boundary signs Plan which sets out a vision for the future development Following extensive consultation the Council is installing of the Borough up until 2032. All views received are being signs at the Borough’s ceremonial boundaries with County considered ahead of the second stage of public consultation Durham and Yorkshire to recognise that the history, tradition on an updated draft in the summer. and geography associated with them continues to exist For more information, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/localplan alongside the local authority.
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Between 2010/11 and 2019/20 the level of Government funding for the local authority will have reduced by £75 million - a 62 per Setting cent reduction. This comes at a time when demand for services, particularly adults’ social care and children’s services, continues to rise. the To offset this, councillors agreed that Council Tax should be increased by 1.9 per cent and also that the Government social care levy of 3 per cent to contribute towards rising social care budget costs should be charged. The total increase of 4.9 per cent equates to 87p per week for the majority of residents. Despite these challenges, through a considered and careful Councillors met at the end of the approach to financial planning, the Council is doing all it can to deliver savings and wherever possible protect front-line last month to agree the budget services, particularly those which impact on the most vulnerable. Meanwhile councillors remain committed to investing in the for the coming financial year Borough to ensure it remains a great place to live. In future editions of Stockton-on-Tees News we will keep you and to set the Medium Term informed about any proposals to change services and you can Financial Plan up to 2021. find out more about how the Council spends its budget at www.stockton.gov.uk/thebigpicture www.stockton.gov.uk/doitonline PAGE 38 PAGE 39 ElectingYOUR COUNCIL your Tees Valley Mayor YOUR COUNCIL
On the 4th of May 2017, residents of Darlington, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough, Redcar and What is Tees Valley? Who can vote for the Tees Valley Mayor? Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees will elect a new Mayor for the Tees Valley. The Tees Valley describes the area covering Darlington, Hartlepool, All eligible registered electors in Darlington, Hartlepool, The Tees Valley Mayor will work alongside the five Tees Valley Councils to improve the economy of the area, bring in new investment Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees. Middlesbrough, Redcar & Cleveland and Stockton-on-Tees will and create jobs. The five councils have been working in partnership for over 20 be eligible to vote for the Tees Valley Mayor on 4th May years. People don’t generally describe themselves as being from 2017. The Tees Valley Mayor will have responsibilities and influence over: “the Tees Valley”, and the individual identities of the separate Who is standing for the Tees Valley towns and communities remain important. But the Tees Valley Mayor? describes an area that works as a connected economic area. 90% It is expected that all major political parties will put of Tees Valley’s working population have jobs within the area, and forward a candidate, and independent candidates may also 65,000 cross a council boundary to work. So communities across put themselves forward. A booklet with more information the Tees Valley depend on the success of the area as a whole. about the candidates and their manifestos will be sent to What is the Tees Valley Combined Authority? eligible registered electors early in April. The Mayor will chair the Combined Authority: a new body, set up Why do we need a Tees Valley Mayor? by law to lead the economic development of the Tees Valley area. Local council leaders negotiated a devolution deal It is a partnership of five authorities, working with the business with Ministers, to transfer powers, funding and community and other partners. responsibilities from central government to our local By setting up this new body, the Tees Valley is able to deliver area. The government has said that this is only possible powers and responsibilities previously carried out by central if an elected mayor is publicly accountable for decisions; Transport Homes & Communities government. There are similar bodies in other areas of the working alongside the existing councils and other • Improve our train services by having more, faster and better trains and stations • Invest in good quality homes. country which have secured devolution, including Greater partners. Manchester, Merseyside and the West Midlands, who will also be • Support better bus services • Help create successful, Will having a Tees Valley Mayor cost • Invest in road and rail infrastructure vibrant communities electing a mayor on 4th May. more? Does this mean that the individual councils will merge? The devolution deal brings in new funding. The direct costs of the Mayor will be met from this additional funding, No. Your local council will still be responsible for delivering local without any additional cost to local Council Taxpayers. services such as children’s services, social care, refuse collection, They will be supported by the Tees Valley Combined libraries, street cleaning etc. The Combined Authority is focused Authority from within established budgets. The Mayor’s on economic growth of the wider Tees Valley area. Its new powers allowance is being established by an independent come from central government, not from the local councils. remuneration panel.
YOUR VOTE MATTERS DON’T LOSE IT Skills & Education Culture & Tourism electoral registration office by 10pm on 4th May • Encourage more apprenticeships • Promote Tees Valley as Register to vote • Improve education for young people and adults a great place to Live, If you have not yet registered to vote please visit in the envelope provided, or at a polling station in • Help people to secure good quality jobs Work & Visit www.gov.uk/ register-to-vote or contact Electoral your borough on • Invest in our cultural Services at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, on polling day. institutions and events 01642 526196. The deadline for registration is the Not able to vote in person? 13th April, to register we’ll need to know your date If you have applied to have someone vote on your of birth and national insurance number. behalf (Proxy), make sure that they know which Devolution of the candidate/candidates you wish to vote Once registered you will be sent a poll card before for. • Secure a better 4th May, this will include details of where your deal from central polling station is. You do not need to take the poll If you wish to apply to vote by post or appoint government someone you trust to vote on your behalf card with you to vote (unless you are an anonymous • Ensure a strong voice as your proxy, download a form from www. elector), but it will help staff. You can only vote at for the Tees Valley aboutmyvote.co.uk, complete it fully and return it the polling station stated on this card. to Electoral Services, Stockton-on-Tees Borough Business Growth & Investment • Make more decisions about our area here, Why not vote by post? • Support businesses to help them grow Council, Municipal Buildings, Church Road, not in London • Bring new companies into the area Twitter Postal voting is simple and it’s free- If you’re a Stockton-on-Tees, TS18 1LD, or contact Electoral @TeesValleyCA • Revitalise our town centres and industrial areas registered postal voter, your ballot paper will be Services on 01642 526196. • Encourage innovation, carbon reduction and new energy sent to you from the 18th April and if you haven’t Linked In Twitter New applications for a postal vote must be returned TeesValleyCA @TeesValleyCA received your postal vote by the 27th April please to your electoral registration office by 5pm on contact Electoral Services before polling day. Tuesday 18 April and new applications for a proxy More information is available at Twitter Facebook Linked In www.teesvalley-ca.gov.uk/Mayor @TeesValleyCA TeesValleyCA TeesValleyCA You must return it so that it is delivered to your vote by 5pm on Tuesday 25 April. PAGE 40 PAGE 41 Linked In Facebook TeesValleyCA TeesValleyCA tvca0022_Stockton.indd All Pages Facebook 07/02/2017 15:47 TeesValleyCA WARDFOCUS SURGERIES ON YOUR AREAIN YOUR AREA WARD SURGERIES IN YOUR AREA WARD SURGERIES IN YOUR AREA WARD SURGERIES YOURIN YOUR COUNCIL AREA
1313 MarchMarch –– 3030 JuneJune 20172017 BILLINGHAM NORTH 6:30PM – 7:30PM BISHOPSGARTH & ELM TREE 8 May 2017 INGLEBY BARWICK EAST 6PM – 7PM MANDALE & VICTORIA www.stockton.gov.uk/councillors 6 April 2017 North Billingham Methodist (STOCKTON) Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 12pm – 1pm (Joint surgery with Ingleby Barwick West) 14 March 2017 Robert Atkinson Centre, Church, Marsh House Avenue 25 March 2017 Rosedale Care Home, 122 15 May 2017 6 April 2017 All Saints C of E Academy 6:30pm – 7:30pm 4 May 2017 High Grange Community Marske Lane, 11am – 12pm Fairfield Library, 12pm – 1pm 10 May 2017 All Saints C of E Academy 11 April 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, Centre, Casson Way 8 May 2017 Elm Tree Community Centre, 1 June 2017 1June 2017 All Saints C of E Academy 6:30pm – 7:30pm Grays Road Institute, 6pm – 7pm 1 June 2017 North Billingham Methodist Elm Tree Avenue, 6pm – 7pm Residents of Maltby & Hilton are welcome 13 April 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, Church, Marsh House Avenue 27 May 2017 Rosedale Care Home, 122 12 June 2017 at Ingleby Barwick ward surgeries 10am – 11am COUNCILLOR CHRIS BARLOW Marske Lane, 11am – 12pm Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 12pm – 1pm but if unable to attend, can request 9 May 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, Tel: 01642 561289 5 June 2017 Elm Tree Community Centre, 19 June 2017 a meeting with Councillors Corr and 6:30pm – 7:30pm Email: [email protected] Elm Tree Avenue, 6pm – 7pm Fairfield Library, 12pm – 1pm Faulks by appointment before Parish 11 May 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, Mobile: 0771 772 7685 24 June 2017 Rosedale Care Home, 122 COUNCILLOR CAROL CLARK Council meetings. 10am – 11am Marske Lane, 11am – 12pm Tel: 01642 675688 8 June 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, COUNCILLOR STEPHEN PARRY COUNCILLOR GILLIAN CORR Email: [email protected] 10am – 11am Tel: 0771 772 7692 COUNCILLOR LISA GRAINGE Tel: 01642 764056 Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 614522 Email: [email protected] 13 June 2017 Thornaby Community Hub, Email: [email protected] GRANGEFIELD 6pm – 6:30pm 6:30pm – 7:30pm COUNCILLOR LAURIANE POVEY COUNCILLOR KEVIN FAULKS Mobile: 0791 758 7617 23 March 2017 Grangefield Community Tel: 01642 764874 COUNCILLOR SONIA BAILEY Tel: 0773 330 7866 Centre Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 767942 EAGLESCLIFFE 27 April 2017 Grangefield Community Email: [email protected] Centre BILLINGHAM SOUTH 13 March 2017 Trinity Methodist Church, INGLEBY BARWICK EAST Mobile: 0755 754 0159 1 June 2017 Grangefield Community Witham Avenue, 5:30pm – 6:30pm 13 April 2017 Maltby Village Hall, High COUNCILLOR TRACEY STOTT 13 April 2017 St Cuthbert’s Church Hall, Centre 4pm – 5pm 10 April 2017 Trinity Methodist Church, Lane, 7pm – 8pm Tel: 01642 674471 Witham Avenue, 5:30pm - 6:30pm 11 May 2017 St Cuthbert’s Church Hall, COUNCILLOR STEPHEN RICHARDSON 12 May 2017 Ingleby Barwick Community Mobile: 07528 014 605 4pm – 5pm 4 May 2017 Egglescliffe Parish Hall, Butts Tel: 07929 354541 Hall, Haresfield Way, 5pm – 6pm Email: [email protected] Lane, 4pm – 5pm Email: 8 June 2017 St Cuthbert’s Church Hall, 8 June 2017 Hilton Village Hall, Main COUNCILLOR PAUL ROWLING [email protected] / 4pm – 5pm 8 May 2017 Trinity Methodist Church, Street, 6:30pm – 7:30pm Tel: 0755 754 0158 Witham Avenue, 5:30pm - 6:30pm [email protected] COUNCILLOR SALLY ANN WATSON Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR MRS JEAN O’DONNELL 12 June 2017 Trinity Methodist Church, Tel: 01642 559717 HARDWICK & SALTERS LANE Tel: 01642 761543 Witham Avenue, 5:30pm - 6:30pm Email: [email protected] NEWTOWN 6PM – 7PM Email: [email protected] 17 March 2017 Salters Lane Community COUNCILLOR PHIL DENNIS Mobile: 0779 501 2445 17 March 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood Centre, 6pm – 7pm COUNCILLOR MICHAEL SMITH Tel: 01642 790916 Centre, St Johns Way Tel: 01642 371782 18 March 2017 Hardwick In Partnership, Email: [email protected] INGLEBY BARWICK WEST 6PM – 7PM 7 April 2017 Newtown Community Email: [email protected] High Newham Road, 11am – 12pm (Joint surgery with Ingleby Barwick East) Resource Centre, Durham Road COUNCILLOR STEFAN HOUGHTON 14 April 2017 Salters Lane Community 6 April 2017 All Saints C of E Academy 21 April 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood BILLINGHAM WEST 6PM – 7PM Tel: 0776 636 1716 Centre, 6pm – 7pm Email: [email protected] 10 May 2017 All Saints C of E Academy Centre, St Johns Way 31 March 2017 Wolviston Court 15 April 2017 Hardwick In Partnership, BILLINGHAM CENTRAL 6:30PM – 7:30PM 1 June 2017 All Saints C of E Academy 5 May 2017 Newtown Community Resource Community Centre COUNCILLOR LAURA TUNNEY High Newham Road, 11am – 12pm 15 March 2017 Billingham Youth & Centre, Durham Road 28 April 2017 Wolviston Court Tel: 0792 075 0692 12 May 2017 Salters Lane Community COUNCILLOR KEN DIXON Community Centre, The Causeway 19 May 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood Community Centre Email: [email protected] Centre, 6pm – 7pm Tel: 01642 764650 12 April 2017 Billingham Youth & Centre, St Johns Way 26 May 2017 Wolviston Court 13 May 2017 Hardwick In Partnership, High Email: [email protected] Community Centre, The Causeway 2 June 2017 Newtown Community Community Centre FAIRFIELD 6pm – 6:30pm Newham Road,11am – 12pm 10 May 2017 Billingham Youth & COUNCILLOR DAVID HARRINGTON Resource Centre, Durham Road 30 June 2017 Wolviston Court 13 March 2017 Fairfield Centre for Young 16 June 2017 Salters Lane Community Tel: 01642 764652 Community Centre, The Causeway 16 June 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood Community Centre People, Old Boys Club, Limbrick Avenue Centre, 6pm – 7pm Email: [email protected] 7 June 2017 Billingham Youth & Centre, St Johns Way 10 April 2017 Fairfield Centre for Young Community Centre, The Causeway COUNCILLOR MRS HELEN ATKINSON 17 June 2017 Hardwick In Partnership, Skype: david.harrington01642 People, Old Boys Club, Limbrick Avenue COUNCILLOR RACHAEL PROUD Tel: 0782 690 3135 High Newham Road,11am – 12pm COUNCILLOR ROSS PATTERSON COUNCILLOR MRS ANN McCOY Tel: 01642 557624 Email: [email protected] 8 May 2017 Fairfield Centre for Young Tel: 01642 764865 Tel: 01642 535604 COUNCILLOR NIGEL COOKE Email: [email protected] People, Old Boys Club, Limbrick Avenue Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR CHRIS CLOUGH Tel: 01642 589442 Mobile: 0792 075 0678 12 June 2017 Fairfield Centre for Young Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR BARRY WOODHOUSE Tel: 0793 264 2793 People, Old Boys Club, Limbrick Avenue Tel: 01642 371638 Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR NORMA STEPHENSON OBE NEWTOWN 6PM – 7PM COUNCILLOR MAURICE PERRY Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 675891 24 March 2017 St Paul’s Church, Tel: 01642 586914 BISHOPSGARTH & ELM TREE Email: [email protected] Bishopton Road Email: [email protected] BILLINGHAM EAST (STOCKTON) 28 April 2017 St Paul’s Church, 21 April 2017 New Life Family Centre, 14 March 2017 Elm Tree Community COUNCILLOR BILL WOODHEAD HARTBURN 6:45PM – 7:45PM Bishopton Road Low Grange Avenue, 5pm – 5:40pm Centre, 6pm - 7pm Tel: 01642 584409 3 April 2017 Elmwood Community Centre 12 May 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood Hereford Centre, Hereford Terrace, 6 April 2017 Mitre Public House, Email: [email protected] 8 May 2017 Elmwood Community Centre Centre, St Johns Way 5:45pm – 6:30pm 6pm – 7pm 5 June 2017 Elmwood Community Centre 26 May 2017 St Paul’s Church, GRANGEFIELD 12 May 2017 New Life Family Centre, 25 April 2017 Elm Tree Community Centre, COUNCILLOR LYNN HALL Bishopton Road Low Grange Avenue, 5pm – 5:40pm 6pm - 7pm 13 March 2017 9 June 2017 Ragworth Neighbourhood Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 12pm – 1pm Tel: 0782 558 2527 Hereford Centre, Hereford Terrace, 18 May 2017 Mitre Public House, Email: [email protected] Centre, St Johns Way 5:45pm – 6:30pm 6pm – 7pm 20 March 2017 23 June 2017 St Paul’s Church, COUNCILLOR MATTHEW VICKERS 9 June 2017 New Life Family Centre, 6 June 2017 Elm Tree Community Centre, Fairfield Library,12pm – 1pm Bishopton Road 6pm - 7pm 6 April 2017 Tel: 0782 558 2514 Low Grange Avenue, 5pm – 5:40pm COUNCILLOR PAUL BAKER 29 June 2017 Mitre Public House, Grays Road Institute, 6pm – 7pm Email: [email protected] or Hereford Centre, Hereford Terrace, Tel: 01642 608406 6pm - 7pm 10 April 2017 [email protected] 5:45pm – 6:30pm Email: [email protected] Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 12pm – 1pm COUNCILLOR MICK STOKER COUNCILLOR MRS JULIA CHERRETT Tel: 01642 785473 24 April 2017 Tel: 01642 371641 Fairfield Library, 12pm – 1pm Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] 4 May 2017 COUNCILLOR EVALINE CUNNINGHAM Grays Road Institute, 6pm – 7pm Tel: 01642 532090 Email: [email protected]
PAGE 42 PAGE 43 WARDWHAT’S SURGERIES ON IN YOUR AREA WHAT’S ON WHAT’S ON
NORTHERN PARISHES 6:30PM – 7PM PARKFIELD & OXBRIDGE 6PM – 7PM STOCKTON TOWN CENTRE 6PM 13 April 2017 Grindon Parish Hall, 16 March 2017 Oxbridge Christian 21 March 2017 Ewbank Community Centre, Thorpe Thewles Fellowship, Norfolk Street Ewbank Drive 4 May 2017 Wolviston Village Hall 6 April 2017 Lighthouse Centre, 4 April 2017 The Willows Centre, 8 June 2017 Grindon Parish Hall, 34 Yarm Road Northport Road Thorpe Thewles 20 April 2017 Oxbridge Christian 18 April 2017 Ewbank Community Centre, COUNCILLOR JOHN GARDNER Fellowship, Norfolk Street Ewbank Drive Tel: 01740 645357 4 May 2017 Lighthouse Centre, 2 May 2017 The Willows Centre, Northport Email: [email protected] 34 Yarm Road Road WHAT’SThis is just a taster so for moreON information about these events 18 May 2017 Oxbridge Christian 16 May 2017 Ewbank Community Centre, A look at what’s going on across NORTON NORTH 6PM - 7PM Fellowship, Norfolk Street Ewbank Drive and for a full list go to www.stockton.gov.uk/events 15 March 2017 Frederick Nattrass 1 June 2017 Lighthouse Centre, 6 June 2017 The Willows Centre, Northport Stockton-on-Tees and the Tees Valley The events listed are subject to change. We reserve the right to Children’s Centre 34 Yarm Road Road from April 2017. alter or cancel any event. 12 April 2017 Norton North Community & 15 June 2017 Oxbridge Christian 20 June 2017 Ewbank Community Centre, Resource Centre Fellowship, Norfolk Street Ewbank Drive 10 May 2017 Norton Library COUNCILLOR MOHAMMED JAVED COUNCILLOR DI HEWITT 14 June 2017 Frederick Nattrass Tel: 01642 602420 Tel: 0782 452 9681 APRIL Children’s Centre Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR STEVE NELSON COUNCILLOR ALLAN MITCHELL COUNCILLOR PAUL KIRTON Tel: 01642 534417 Tel:07833 234043 Tel: 01642 559331 United Voices Women’s Choir Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Date: Every Friday throughout the year Time: 9.45am COUNCILLOR MRS KATHRYN NELSON ROSEWORTH 5:30PM – 6:30PM VILLAGE 5PM – 6PM Tel: 01642 534417 Location: ARC, Stockton Email: [email protected] 13 March 2017 Kiora Hall, Ragpath Lane 13 March 2017 The Griffin Pub, Join this community Bader Avenue 10 April 2017 Redhill Children’s Centre, funded women’s choir. NORTON SOUTH 5PM – 6PM Redhill Road 11 April 2017 The Griffin Pub, Bader Avenue New members are 21 March 2017 Albany Resouce Centre 8 May 2017 Kiora Hall, Ragpath Lane 9 May 2017 The Griffin Pub, Bader Avenue always welcome. 4 April 2017 Albany Resource Centre 12 June 2017 Redhill Children’s Centre, Redhill Road 13 June 2017 The Griffin Pub, Bader To find out more visit 18 April 2017 Dance Academy, Avenue www.facebook.com/ Edgar Street COUNCILLOR JIM BEALL UnitedVoicesStockton Make your own egg-xtra 25 May 2017 Dance Academy, Edgar Street Tel: 01642 871759 COUNCILLOR IAN DALGARNO 6 June 2017 Albany Resource Centre Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 882985 special Easter & spring 20 June 2017 Dance Academy, COUNCILLOR MISS BARBARA INMAN Email: [email protected] bunting Edgar Street Tel: 01642 586564 COUNCILLOR MICK MOORE Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 764381 Date: Tuesday 11 April COUNCILLOR BOB COOK Time: 1pm - 3pm Tel: 01642 890058 Email: [email protected] Location: Stockton Central Library Email: [email protected] STAINSBY HILL 5PM – 6PM 13 March 2017 South Thornaby Community WESTERN PARISHES 7PM – 8PM This spring time create some egg-xtra special bunting to COUNCILLOR EILEEN JOHNSON & Resource Centre 7 April 2017 Stillington Community Centre, take home. Drop-in session suitable for ages 5-11 years. Tel: 01642 673952 24 April 2017 South Thornaby Community Lowson Street, Stillington Email: [email protected] For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/libraries & Resource Centre 5 May 2017 The Wilson Centre, Darlington NORTON WEST 22 May 2017 South Thornaby Community Road, Long Newton & Resource Centre 2 June 2017 The Chapel School Room, 3 April 2017 Glebe Community Centre, 26 June 2017 South Thornaby Community Carlton Hanover Parade, 10am – 11:30am & Resource Centre 4 April 2017 St Mary’s (Forge) Meeting COUNCILLOR ANDREW STEPHENSON Room, Norton Green, 5pm – 6pm COUNCILLOR DERRICK BROWN Tel: 0778 529 3416 Norton Cricket Club, 6:15pm – 7pm Tel: 01642 751028 Email: [email protected] or Email: [email protected] [email protected] West Side Story 8 May 2017 The Centenary, Fulthorpe Date: Tuesday 4 April – Saturday 8 April Road, Norton, 10am – 11:30am STAINSBY HILL YARM 6PM – 7PM Time: 7.30pm (Saturday matinee, 2pm) 9 May 2017 St Mary’s (Forge) Meeting Room, Norton Green, 5pm – 6pm 18 March 2017 Thornaby Pavilion, 21 March 2017 Kirklevington Primary Location: The Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm Norton Cricket Club, 6:15 – 7:00pm 11am – 12pm School Tickets cost £16 for adults and £12 for children (under 14). To 5 June 2017 Glebe Community Centre, 12 April 2017 Thornaby Pavilion, 4 April 2017 Kirklevington Primary School book call the Darlington Operatic Society’s ticket hotline on Hanover Parade, 10am – 11:30am 11am – 12pm 8 May 2017 Challoner House 01325 244659 or visit 6 June 2017 St Mary’s (Forge) Meeting 18 May 2017 South Thornaby Community & 16 May 2017 Kirklevington Primary School www.thepaaonline.org Room, Norton Green, 5 – 6pm Resource Centre, 6pm - 7pm 20 June 2017 Kirklevington Primary School Norton Cricket Club, 6:15pm – 7pm 17 June 2017 Thornaby Pavilion, COUNCILLOR ELSI HAMPTON 11am – 12pm COUNCILLOR DAVID WILBURN Tel: 01642 783836 Chic Vintique Market COUNCILLOR MRS SYLVIA WALMSLEY Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 532517 Date: Saturday 8 April Email: [email protected] Tel: 01642 604176 Mobile: 0782 558 2517 Time: 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected] COUNCILLOR BEN HOUCHEN COUNCILLOR NORMA WILBURN Mobile: 0782 558 2518 Location: Stockton High Street Tel: 01642 788 784 Meet the Easter Bunny Tel: 01642 532517 Vintage and retro clothes, collectables, quality gifts and Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Date: Wednesday 12 April all things gorgeous are the name of the game at the Chic COUNCILLOR JULIA WHITEHILL Time: 2.30pm - 3.30pm Vintique Market. Tel: 01642 788187 Location: Fairfield Library Email: [email protected] For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/events Easter crafts including Easter bunnies and chicks. Suitable Mobile: 0788 183 1339 for ages 4-12 years. Booking essential. For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/libraries
PAGE 44 PAGE 45 WHAT’S ON WHAT’S ON WHAT’S ON World Book Night 2017: Kapow Market Bannocks and Blood and Family Fun Day Date: Saturday 22 April Date: Saturday 10 June Time: 4pm - 6pm Time: 10am - 4pm Location: Stockton Central Library Location: Stockton High Street A murder mystery event to celebrate 30 years of publishing This popular event returns to bring a host of specialist and 30 books by Ann Cleeves – bestselling crime writer of traders selling a range of sci-fi, TV and film related toys, Vera and Shetland fame. If you enjoy Agatha Christie come action figures and collectables together in the High Street along and try your hand at solving the murder and at the marquee. same time enjoy a Shetland Tea. Tickets £3 each, available There will also be a chance to meet some well-known from Stockton Central Library – call 01642 526521. characters with a series of special events taking place Booking essential. For more information visit across the town centre. www.stockton.gov.uk/libraries For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/events
Retro Market Date: Saturday 6 May Time: 10am - 4pm Location: Stockton High Street Experience a blast from the past with this retro themed Stockton Calling specialist market offering goods and memorabilia from the 1950s - 1980s. Date: Saturday 15 April Time: Various For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/events Location: Stockton Town Centre Stockton Calling is a daylong music festival which takes place across an array of venues. The festival will showcase some of the best original emerging music alongside some established favourites and music legends. For more information visit www.stocktoncalling.co.uk
Stockton Duathlon Festival Date: Sunday 23 April Time: From 9am Location: Stockton Riverside There’s lots more going on at your local arts Recognised as one of the UK’s biggest and best Duathlons, and entertainment venues – simply visit their the Stockton Duathlon Festival sees hundreds of participants websites or call: run and cycle around this unique and fully closed town centre road circuit, against the stunning backdrop of the Free Comic Book Day ARC River Tees. Now in its 5th year, it returns on Sunday 23 Date: Saturday 6 May visit www.arconline.co.uk April 2017 with a feast of running and cycling suitable for Time: 10am - 4pm tel 01642 525199 all abilities, from beginners to elite athletes. For more Location: Billingham Library, Fairfield Library, Ingleby information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/duathlon Billingham Forum Barwick Library, Norton Library, Stockton Central Library, Thornaby Central Library visit www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.uk MAY Pow! Zap! Bam! Celebrate and discover the amazing world tel 01642 552663 of comic books on Free Comic Book Day. Free comic books Georgian Theatre available at your local library while stocks last. Comics Local & Community History suitable for children and young people of all ages. visit www.georgiantheatre.co.uk Professor Lord Robert Month: Preserve Your Past For more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/libraries tel 01642 674115 Date: May 2017 Winston: Modifying humans Time: Various For more information on all events: – where does genetics stop? Location: Stockton Reference Library Tees Regatta Date: Saturday 20 May Like us on Facebook Date: Thursday 20 April Stockton Borough libraries are offering to “Preserve Your Time: 8.15am – 7.30pm Time: 7.30pm Past”. If you have old photographs, letters, diaries, video facebook.com/stocktoncouncil Location: River Tees Watersports Centre Location: The Princess Alexandra Auditorium, Yarm or audio recordings lurking in the attic, shed, garage or Follow us on Twitter This popular and exciting event attracts clubs from across History shows that humans are obsessed with their genes. cupboard, come along to one of the digitization workshops. the north competing on the beautiful and picturesque @stocktoncouncil Does the sequencing of the human genome really herald a Contact Stockton Reference Library on 01642 528079 in the River Tees. new opportunity for medicine or is there a darker side that first instance to find out where and when these workshops www.sirf.co.uk will be held during May 2017 or visit we ignore? Tickets cost £17. For more information visit www.teesrowingclub.co.uk www.stockton.gov.uk/events To book visit www.thepaaonline.org www.stockton.gov.uk/libraries
PAGE 46 PAGE 47 To plan your next trip: visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk /prestonparkmuseum @pparkmuseum