Issue No 267 At the heart of our wonderful community Saturday 10th August 2019

SUPPORTING YOUNG PEOPLE IN BISHOP AUCKLAND and Shildon Area Action Part- nership (BASH AAP) is seeking applications for its 2019/20 Youth Fund, with more than £13,000 available for projects that support children and fam- ilies. Grants of up to £3,000 are available from a £9,902 funding pot for youth-led initiatives that encourage young people Cllr Olwyn Gunn, Cabinet member for children and young people’s services, with staff and pupils from Bishop Barrington School and to contribute positively to representatives from Keir Regional Building North East, which is carrying out the project. their communities. All of Durham County Council’s 14 AAPs are WORK BEGINS ON NEW SCHOOL allocated funds to sup- WORK TO replace an out- ment in order to bring start of construction on forward to seeing the end port projects that are dated school with a new them up to an acceptable the facility by Cllr Olwyn result.” led by young people and state-of-the-art facility is standard for the future. Gunn, Durham County James Stuart-Mills, meet the needs of the now underway. Michael Bennett, head- Council’s Cabinet mem- Department for Education local community. The The new building will teacher at Bishop Barring- ber for children and young Project Director for Bishop aim is to improve out- enable Bishop Barrington ton School, said: “The new people’s services. Barrington School, said: comes for young people School on Woodhouse building will be one that is Cllr Gunn said: “The “We are delighted with the and encourage them to Lane to increase its pupil fit for 21st Century learn- school is currently split successful start to the Pri- participate in activities roll from 790 to 900. ing and one that befits the across three teaching ority School Buildings Pro- and projects that bene- It is being funded through ethos of Bishop Barring- blocks, all of which have gramme project at Bishop fit the area in which they phase 2 of the govern- ton – to provide an inspir- become outdated and in Barrington. This is a great live. ment’s Priority School ing, engaging and caring need of significant invest- project which will benefit Grants of between of Buildings Programme, fol- environment where all stu- ment. We were, therefore, pupils in Bishop Auckland £400 and £999 are also lowing a successful appli- dents can flourish and be incredibly pleased when for years to come.” available through the cation by Durham County their best. we heard that our bid for The first phase of the BASH AAP’s Children, Council. “Our staff are passionate funding to develop a new project will see the new Young People and Fami- The authority is provid- about providing the very school building had been teaching block con- lies Small Grant scheme. ing an additional £3.6 mil- best for our students. We accepted. structed on the existing This is for projects that lion towards the project, are incredibly grateful for “The new teaching block playground. benefit children and fami- which will also see the all of the hard work that will provide an excellent Once the new school lies but do not need to be demolition of the school’s has gone into making our learning environment for has opened in Septem- led by young people. The three existing blocks. new school a reality.” pupils and staff and it is ber 2020, work will begin previous round of grants The buildings are in a Pupils and staff from very clear how excited to demolish the current poor condition and would the school were joined at everyone is about the pro- buildings and landscape CONTINUED ON PAGE 3 require significant invest- a ceremony marking the ject. I’m very much looking the site.

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You can read our (L-R) Jamie Armstrong Senior Project Archaeologist, Durham University Department of Archaeology; Hilly Andrews, Project sister papers online: Archaeologist, Durham University Department of Archaeology; (far left, front row) Caroline Smith from Durham University Archaeological Services; (centre back row) John Castling, Archaeology and Social History Curator at The Auckland Project; (far right) Professor Chris Gerrard from Durham University Department of Archaeology; Durham University students and volunteers from The Auckland Project. Image credit: The Auckland Project. www.swd.news/crier ARCHAEOLOGY SHINES NEW SPENNYMOOR NEWS www.swd.news/spenny LIGHT ON MEDIEVAL LIVES NEW ARCHAEOLOGICAL the local area, and served taken from the dig to learn and a medieval latrine, or discoveries at Auckland on the menu at grand more about the types and ‘garderobe’, which is likely Castle have opened a win- feasts in the banqueting origins of animals, fish and to have been used by the www.swd.news/chapter dow into the lives of some hall for the Bishops and plants eaten by the Bishops Bishop of the time. of the country’s most pow- their guests. and their household. Archaeologists also dis- erful men, from the food The animal and fish John Castling, Archae- covered that at one point SEND US YOUR STORIES they ate to where they went bones were unearthed in ology and Social History the Castle’s surround- If you have a story you to the toilet. a medieval rubbish dump, Curator at The Auckland ing curtain wall was an would like us to cover, we Centuries ago the Prince exactly where they would Project, said: “The depos- imposing two-and-a-half would love to hear from you. Bishops of Durham were have been thrown centu- its we have excavated have metres wide and more We are especially considered second only to ries ago by those working provided a fascinating win- than seven metres tall, a interested in good the king, with the authority in the Castle’s kitchens. dow into the lifestyles of hugely imposing structure news, be it personal to raise an army and mint Pieces of cutlery and the Bishops’ household. designed to emphasise achievements, local their own coins. crockery, used to impress “It also tells us about the the great power of the fundraising, community Now, students and guests at the dining tables way the wider landscape Prince Bishops. service or any other positive stories. Call us on archaeologists from Dur- in the Great Hall, were around the Castle must Professor Chris Gerrard 01388 775896 or email ham University have uncov- also discovered, including have been managed to from Durham University’s [email protected] ered more about their life- an exquisite 17th century provide this meat, fish and Archaeology Department style in a dig at one of their carved bone knife handle, a other resources to serve said: “Working with both most important homes, 13th or 14th century enam- at the Great Hall’s dining local volunteers from The DISCLAIMER Auckland Castle, Bishop elled object from France tables. Auckland Project and Dur- Bishop Press cannot be Auckland. and fragments of delicately “We’re really pleased to ham University students held responsible for Working alongside moulded European glass be able to work with spe- has been a revelation. advertisers offering staff and volunteers from goblets. cialists from Durham Uni- “Together we have goods or services. regional charity, The Auck- These finds highlight the versity, whose expertise uncovered structures we As a general rule we would land Project, which owns lavish feasts once held at have, and will continue to never knew existed and advise anyone not to the Castle, they excavated Auckland Castle, which the be, vital in helping us to found objects, some of part with any money an area to the north of the Bishops used as a coun- pick apart the archaeologi- them museum pieces, until an order has been site’s St Peter’s Chapel, tryside retreat, for hunt- cal and scientific evidence which have been under completed to your full satisfaction. which previously served as ing, dining and receiving for how this incredible site the ground for hundreds of All information is correct, the Castle’s Great Hall. guests. functioned in the medieval years.” to the best of our There, they found evi- Staff and students from period.” knowledge, at the time of dence of medieval meat Durham University will now Structural excavations at Services printing. and fish, ingredients likely continue with scientific the site have also revealed Bishop Press to have been sourced from research of soil samples the remains of a parlour House Plans & Extensions accepts articles in 01325 300646 / 07795 965 670 good faith and takes no responsibility for IF Electrical & from errors and/or omissions. 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FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR YOUTH PROJECTS

FROM PAGE 1 opportunities.” The deadline for appli- saw almost £14,000 cations for both funds is allocated to 17 projects 12pm on Friday 6th Sep- across the area meaning tember. Groups eligible just under £4,000 is still to apply include those available. within the voluntary and Andrew Walker, BASH community sector, statu- AAP co-ordinator, said: tory organisations, char- “Providing opportunities ities and not-for-profit for young people is one organisations. of our key priorities and For more information or we are especially keen an application pack, con- to support projects and tact bishopshildonaap@ activities led by young durham.gov.uk or call people. 03000 268665. “I would encourage eli- To find out more about gible groups and organ- BASH AAP and its work, isations to find out more visit www.durham.gov. about these funding uk/bishopandshildonaap. AAP BOARD MEETING A BOARD meeting of bourhood issues that you Bishop Auckland and would like to be raised A Classroom in the 1950s. Shildon AAP will take at the meeting, contact place on Thursday 26th the AAP by Thursday CELEBRATING OVER 60 September, between 6pm 19th September by call- and 8pm, at Shildon Civic ing 03000 268 663 or by Hall. emailing bishopshildo- YEARS OF LEARNING If you have any neigh- [email protected]. BISHOP AUCKLAND Col- in interactive demonstra- are now part of the Bishop lege first opened as the tions in areas such as; Art Auckland College Group. Technical Institute in the & Design; Photography; “You can study a wide ORGANIST NEEDED Old Railway Offices in Cookery; Hair and Beauty; range of subjects from Judith’s ST CUTHBERT’S Church, Bishop Auckland in 1950, Nail Art.” beginners or interest level on Church Street, High before moving to Wood- There will also be an right up to university level Etherley, is seeing an house Lane as the Techni- interactive exhibition courses, right on your Fully Insured organist to play a tradi- cal College in 1958 where by the Durham Amateur doorstep. There is lots of No job too big tional church organ on it has been transforming Trust about Bishop Auck- free parking, easy access Or too small a regular, part time or lives ever since, and this land FCs ‘Road to Wemb- and a nursery on site ad-hoc basis. academic year the col- ley’. open to students and the Give me a call on: Interested? Contact Bar- lege celebrated its 60th As the name suggests, general public. rie on 01388 833118 or year based on the current the college opened orig- “The primary aim in life 07950 210967 Terry on 07766 855 358. campus. inally as a technical and of our staff is to do their As part of Bishop Auck- training facility to provide very best for you to help land’s Heritage Festival courses for adults. It has you become the very best, To advertise in the Bishop 2019, the college will be grown from 250 part time most successful version hosting a ‘60 Years of adult students in 1950/51 of you that you can be. It’s Press and its sister papers: Learning’ exhibition on to over 3,000 in 2018/19. important to remember Saturday 14th Septem- “Adult training for that learning is also fun! T: (01388) 775 896 ber, between 10am and careers, life and leisure “A new adult part time 3pm, featuring Techni- continues to be a huge guide is now available and E: [email protected] cally Speaking; a ciné- part of what we do,” con- will be distributed with the film looking back at the tinued the spokesperson. next edition of The Bishop college from 1967 with “Since 2014 we have also Press. Please browse former college lecturer offered a range of engi- through those pages and George W Brown. neering and plumbing come and talk to us about A spokesperson said: courses at South West what we have to offer or “Come along, see the Durham Training (SWDT) visit our website bacoll. meikles exhibition and take part in Newton Aycliffe who ac.uk.” solicitors J. DUNN FAMILY CHILDREN WILLS HEATING & PLUMBING PROBATE LPAs LITIGATION Unit 9 BOILER MENTAL HEALTH Abraham Enterprise Park INSTALLATIONS, EMPLOYMENT St Helens Auckland SERVICE & REPAIR CONVEYANCING Bishop Auckland Gas Safe Registered CRIMINAL All plumbing & gas DL14 9TT work carried out YOUR LOCAL Tel: 07826 527952 LEGAL EXPERTS 0800 999 8870 | www.bishopselfstorage.co.uk 01388 720009 01388 451 122

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Monica Fleming from Woodhouse Close Food Bank delivers a donation to the Red Box Project. RED BOXES AVAILABLE Mayor Joy Allen (right) with Dan Walls at the Bishop Auckland Graffiti Wall. THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER BISHOP WELCOMES LEGAL GRAFFITI A COUNTY Councillor has box has, and can be LOCAL ARTIST Dan Walls, munity Repaint. and done well”. launched a project aimed topped up when needed. of Illumination Wall Art, The group is very happy The group has been at ending period poverty Currently seven schools has started work on a with the work so far and working closely with the in the Dene Valley area. in the area, including both unique project to brighten hopes to expand their Art Bunker, who donated Cllr Shirley Quinn of Coundon’s primary up Bishop Auckland. reach with the town’s help. the building as a canvas, launched the Red Box schools, are involved in With help from six of the Dan from said: “I think as well as the local police, Project earlier this year in the scheme. regions best underground it’s a very positive thing who make sure the project local schools, but has this Donations are always artists, they have taken it we are doing. I have is supervised. month extended the facil- welcome and currently upon themselves to turn lived and worked around Bish Vegas Legal Graff ity to Coundon pharmacy, the boxes are in short the walls of Railway Street Bishop Auckland now for is currently looking for meaning young girls have supply of pants, woolly into a street art sanctuary. a long time and although more generous dona- access to everything they tights, tampons and In one weekend the the town is slowly being tions. If you have a wall might need during their wipes. members of Bish Vegas gentrified this area has you would like to donate period throughout the Donations can be taken Legal Graff Eyes, Joe80, always been dead and to their cause, or any paint school holidays. to Coundon Pharmacy, Skyn, Max, Cal and Nick could really use some the group can use, get in The boxes contain where girls can also go to were able to cover over colour. I see a lot of really touch. everything that a school access the box if needed. 300 meters of wall space, low-quality graffiti around To paint the wall your- using an array of their own on people’s businesses self, or for more informa- BUTTERWICK QUIZ spray paint and masonry and homes and there is no tion, contact Dan at info@ paint provided by local need for it. If it’s going to illuminationwallart.co.uk TEST YOUR quiz knowl- meal. retailers Wear Valley Dec- happen it may as well be or call into the Smoke- edge this August Bank A spokesperson said: “It orating Centre and Com- on these allocated walls house on Railway Street. Holiday at The Pollards will be a fun packed night Inn in Bishop Auckland, of laughter with friends with a fund-raising quiz and family! Bishop Auckland Businesses night for the Butterwick Max of 6 people per Hospice. team. If you would like to advertise your business in The Bishop Th event takes place on For more information Press and any of our sister papers, contact us at: Sunday 25th August with or to book, call Kathryn tickets costing £7 per per- on 01388 603003 or visit T: 01388 775 896 | M: 07909 992 731 | E: [email protected] son, which includes quiz www.butterwick.org.uk/ entry and a home cooked events. Independent publishers of the Shildon & District Town Crier, Bishop Press, Ferryhill & Chilton Chapter and Spennymoor News IN TROUBLE WITH THE LAW? Crime and Road Traffic Offences • Matrimonial Family • Children • General Litigation Engine Diagnostics, EML, ABS AIRBAG etc, Free Battery Testing, A. Francis AirFREE Conditioning ServiceHILL Centre,CR StarterEST Motor, Alterations, Roofing & Building Air Con Supplied,AUTOELECTRICS Fitted & Repaired, Testing! Seymour Street, Bishop Auckland, DL14 6JD From a single slate to a new roof Key Coding, ECY Coding Gutters cleaned and inspected Engine Free Battery Air Conditioning Personal Injury Claims • Conveyancing Chimney repairs Diagnostics, EML, Testing Service Centre Business Leases • Wills & Probate Repointing to brickwork ABS AIRBAG etc No job too small Alternators Tel: 01388 833853 Key Coding, Starter Motor Supplied, Fitted ECU Coding Tel: 01388 606660 Mob: 07811 848228 & Repaired www.cwbooth.co.uk Established 1987 Tel: 01388 604717

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DONATE OLD INK CARTRIDGES FOR AIR AMBULANCE THE CO-OPERATIVE Funeralcare in Bishop Auckland are collecting old ink cartridges for The Great North Air Ambulance. The cartridges can be dropped off at Fylands House, Tindale Crescent, between 9am and 5pm Monday to Friday. CHORAL

The Merry Monk and Bishop Auckland FC are delighted to be teaming up for the forthcoming season. SOCIETY TO BEGIN LOCAL BUSINESS TAKES ON REHEARSALS BISHOP AUCKLAND Choral Society will start BAFC SPONSORSHIP rehearsing for their A LOCAL, Bishop Auck- whole. Interim Acting Chairman, very kind offers. Autumn Concert on Tues- land business, has taken Mr Burns is looking to Steve Coulthard enters “We also have a few new day 10th September from on sponsorship of its aid club chairman, Steve his first season as Chair- sponsor boards around 8pm until 9pm at Shildon town’s football club Coulthard, in restoring the man full of optimism, and the ground but will always Methodist Church. ahead of the 2019-20 club to its former glory. welcomes the addition of welcome others; the foot- Vivaldi’s Gloria and John Ebac Northern League “We [Monk Leisure] took The Merry Monk as main ball ground itself, Heritage Rutter’s Te Deum will be on campaign. over the public house sponsors for the upcom- Park, is also available for the programme. The Merry Monk Public around three years ago,” ing season. sponsorship and, with the If anyone would like to House, owned by Chris- began Christian. He said: “We’d like to Tindale area increasing in join the group they will be tian Burns of Monk Lei- “I’m a third generation welcome our main strip productivity, it would be made very welcome. No sure, have stepped up publican myself and have sponsor this season with mutually beneficial for all audition is required, just following the conclusion been on both sides of the Chris Burns from The parties involved.” turn up on the night or of the sponsorship by coin so am well aware Merry Monk very kindly As part of the sponsor- phone Sophie on 01388 NEFIRST Credit Union at that if you can provide sponsoring the home, ship deal this season, one 834359 for a chat. the end of last season. a good atmosphere and along with last year’s which sees The Monk Mr Burns, a resident of consistency, whilst being sponsors Comtek on the as home shirt sponsors TOWN TEAM Bishop Auckland for the conscious of the fact that away strip and Vest Con- and match-day corporate PUBLIC MEETING better part of the past things do change, then struction for our training sponsor, Bishop fans can four decades, is an avid customers and specta- strips. get a 15% discount from THE NEXT public meeting follower of both the foot- tors alike will continue to “The club is very grate- the food menu on produc- of the Bishop Auckland ball club and the region’s support you.” ful and couldn’t possibly tion of their club member- Town Team will take place non-league scene as a Spending last season as manage without these ship card. at the 4 Clocks Centre, 154a Newgate Street, on Thursday 22nd August. ENTREPRENEUR IS AWARD FINALIST Guest speakers will also be in attendance, giving BRIAN PALMER, CEO and businesses. Cello is appeal to a variety of audi- damental to the success updates on what’s happen- of Cello Electronics in the only British manufac- ences without compromis- we’ve seen over the last ing in the town. Bishop Auckland, has been turer of LED TVs, and over ing on quality, coupled with decade. Light refreshments will announced as a finalist in the last 18 years, has pro- his commitment to innova- “We have also had a be served from 5.30pm the Small Business Entre- duced more than two mil- tive product development. major focus on Africa, and and the meeting will start preneur of the Year cate- lion TVs from its factory in Brian said, “It’s an hon- invented the world’s first at 6pm. gory of the Great British the North East of . our to be short-listed for solar powered TV, to help “All members of the pub- Entrepreneur Awards. Brian founded the com- this award. I am very lucky those who have no access lic are invited to attend, The awards acknowledge pany in 2001 with a clear to have the support of a to electricity.” so if you are passionate the hard work and inspiring vision of developing a wide passionate and dedicated The results will be about our beautiful town stories of entrepreneurs range of affordable TVs to team who have been fun- announced at an awards then come along and event in Newcastle on 29th show your support,” said a October. spokesperson. Petite Heat Female Plumbing & 16 Tenters Street Heating Services Bishop Auckland DL14 7AD Appliance Maintenance Servicing, Landlord Gas • PC and Laptop Repairs • Server installation Safety Checks, Boiler RMH • Virus Removal • Network setup Servicing & Repairs CAR SALES • Data Recovery • Backups St Helens Auckland Retail Park, Bishop Auckland, DL14 9TT • Website Design • Cloud Services Tel Nicola: 01740 656331 View our vehicles at www.rmhcarsales.com | 07841 291779 01388 330985 www.abyte.co.uk [email protected] 07582 570308

5 For more news from Bishop Auckland and across South West Durham visit: www.swd.news Saturday 10th August 2019 PARTNERSHIP RECEIVES SECOND AWARD FOR SUPPORTING YOUNG CARERS THE BISHOP Auckland and Young Carers Service, part Shildon Area Action Part- of the national charity Fam- nership (AAP) has been ily Action, the AAP signed recognised for commit- the County Durham Young ting to improve the lives of Carers Charter, pledging young carers. to support young carers The local AAP was and help them to access awarded the Young Carers the same facilities and Neighbourhood Charter services as their peers. by young carers’ sup- Its efforts led to it being port organisation, Family awarded the Young Carers Action. Neighbourhood Charter The AAP helps local peo- Accreditation for the sec- ple and organisations work ond time since 2016. together to act on local The award was pre- issues, covering an area sented at the AAP Board stretching from Shildon in meeting by Allison Hicks, the east, to St Helen Auck- operational manager at land in the west, and has Family Action, to Andrew been supporting services Walker, AAP coordinator; for children, young people Terry Collins, chief exec- and families in the area as utive of Durham County Andrew Walker, AAP coordinator; Terry Collins, chief executive Durham County Counci;, Cllr Shirley a priority for over 10 years. Council; and Cllr Shirley Quinn, elected member for Shildon and Dene Valley and chair of the Bishop Auckland and Shildon AAP; and Allison Hicks, operational manager at Family Action. During that period, the Quinn, elected member for AAP has allocated fund- Shildon and Dene Valley year we have been able it continues to champion coordinator, said: “We ing to numerous projects and AAP chair. to build upon our early young carers through- are delighted to be re-ac- which improve the lives Allison said: “In 2017, work, review practice and out its daily practice and credited with our Young of all families in its area Bishop Auckland and ensure that the charter is young carers remain right Carers Neighbourhood and has been working to Shildon AAP helped Fam- still in action. at the heart of its commu- Charter. The work carried ensure that young carers ily Action to refresh our “We were delighted to nity. Its approach ensures out by Family Action and have the same rights as Early Help pathway for award the AAP the Young that young carers are on the Bridge Young Carers other children and young young carers and together Carers Neighbourhood everyone’s agenda and are Project is outstanding and people. we developed the Neigh- Charter for a second time everyone’s business.” we are proud that we can Working with The Bridge bourhood Charter. This as it was so evident that Andrew Walker, AAP support this work.” DELIGHT AT BUSES THRU THE AGES CLASSIC AND vintage ent types of buses again. buses, including United, OK Some of the vintage open Motor Services, The Eden top buses took members and Lockeys, took over of the public on tours of Bishop Auckland Market the town.” Place and the North Bond- Peter Elliott added; “I gate Car Park on Sunday was delighted how well 28th July when the Bishop received the event was Auckland Town Team, in from the drivers, bus partnership with the North enthusiasts and members East Bus Preservation of public. We look forward Trust, held their first ‘Buses to helping organise this Thru The Ages’ event. event again next year.” Clive Auld, Chair of the Children enjoyed play- Events Team said; “It’s ing on the Big Purple Play been another great new Bus and local singer Jenna event added to the pro- Highfield also sang some gramme. In the past the classic songs. Market Place was once The next Bishop Auck- the bus station so it was land Town Team event lovely to see all the differ- is ‘Bishop Celebrating Together’ on Friday 27th and Saturday 28th Sep- tember. Lee Brownson and Callum Howard with a 1939 Leyland Tiger TS8. Pass + Driving School West Auckland WMC 29 years experience All aspects of plastering High Pass RAte undertaken, including Saturday 10th August Damp Proofing Specialist re-skims to rendering. ** Special Offer ** Timber Treatments • FREE Call Out BROKEN TOYS 4 lessons only £40 Condensation Problems • Competitive Rates Damp Surveys • No Job Too Small Saturday 17th August Call Ian on 30 Year Guarantee 07854 493727 Call Stephen on: THE PAUL 07989 802481 www.key-interiors.co.uk 07964 435 385 or 01388 227 686 ANTHONY AFFAIR

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WALKING NETBALL TEAM WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS THE WORLD Cup Netball in Liverpool reminded us how popular the game of netball remains. Why not try for yourself and join Bishop’s walk- ing netball group at . The group is open to all age groups and both men and women. “Whatever your ability you will fit in with our very The Bishop Auckland Golf Club team became League Champions after defeating Castle Eden Golf Club. sociable group to partici- pate in some exercise and to continue to play a game GOLF CLUB LEAGUE CHAMPIONS we have all loved for so AFTER FOURTEEN long On a course which has games and only lose one amazing achievement, long,” said team member weeks, on Wednesday proved a struggle for away from home, which is considering he has played Gladys Short. 31st July, Bishop Auck- Bishop in the past, the unheard of. the best players in the The team meets every land Golf Club travelled league was put beyond “Thanks to all the play- county every week. Thursday from 6.30pm - to Castle Eden Golf Club any doubt with a fantastic ers, supporters and every- In September the club 7.30pm and costs only £3 to compete for the title of 12-12 draw, making the one linked to the club, as will compete in the Dixon per session. League Champions. team League Champions. it’s all a team effort.” Cup, hosted at South Moor “The main emphasis The team could afford Team Manager Mark He later added that the Golf Club, where League is on attracting people to lose 17-7 to once again Walker said: “It’s been club’s No.1 Jamie Birk- Champions from six sur- back into sport/exercise be Teesside Union Divi- nothing short of a fan- beck also has the most rounding leagues will after a period of absence sion 1 Champions. tastic season which has individual points in the compete to be crowned or perhaps after medical seen us only lose 2 in 14 league, which is also an champion of champions. issues,” continued Gla- dys. “We are a relatively new ST MARY’S HOST WEEKEND TOURNAMENT group, our first session was in October last year IT WAS a great weekend ting us host it, and every- and in that short time we for the St Mary’s Jun- one for their hard work have had a few friendly iors, with 75 teams from setting up and clearing games and taken part in across the North East away in what were two a tournament with other visiting at Bishop Auck- very long but enjoyable clubs. land College. days, and all going with- “Don’t knock it, you Teams of youngsters out a problem.” won’t know if you will aged between 6 and 15 There was more good enjoy it unless you try it. competed across the the news for St Mary’s Come and join us.” weekend. with five players going For further details con- “There were some through into the Bishop tact Gladys Short on great games and some Auckland FC 1st squad 07934 589 570. great fundraising for last Saturday, who took the club, with over 70 part in the team’s 3-2 To advertise in the Bishop volunteers helping out win away at Penrith. One over the weekend,” said of the Under 18 players, Press and its sister papers: a spokesperson. “Mas- Liam Potter, impressed T: (01388) 775 896 sive thank you to Bishop enough to be given E: [email protected] Auckland College and St the man-of-the-match The Under 9 Kings with their winner’s cup at the tournament. John’s RC School for let- award. Tyres & Tests Ltd ISHOP UCKLAND CLUTCHES | BRAKES B All A BATTERIES | EXHAUSTS Makes GROUP AUTO - AUTOCARE GARAGE APPROVED of COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF SERVICES DIAGNOSTICS Tyres MEMBER OF THE GOOD GARAGE SCHEME MASTER GARAGE 2013 www.approvedgarage.co.uk Class Four, Five, 7 MOTs Member of the motor industry code of Practice Please don’t hesitate to contact us as we’re more than happy to help! 9 Chester Street, Bishop Auckland, County Durham, DL14 7LP Tel: 01388 604485 / 661339 / 605687 www.bishopaucklandtyreandtests.co.uk www.bishopauckland-tyres.co.uk Email: [email protected]

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