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The community magazine of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Big plans, bright future MARCH 2016 www.stockton.gov.uk/stocktononteesnews REACH FOR THE SKIES
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The community magazine of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Big plans, bright future
MARCH 2016
www.stockton.gov.uk/stocktononteesnews
REACH FOR THE SKIES
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Stockton-on-Tees News is published by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council and distributed to households across the Borough free of charge. If you have not received a copy please call 01642 526098 or email [email protected]
Stockton-on-Tees News aims to provide news and information about the Council, its partner organisations and local community groups and businesses. Every effort is made to ensure all information is accurate and up-to-date at the time of publication. Your views and comments are welcome.
Stockton-on-Tees News is produced by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council Communications Team and designed by Twentyseven Design. Pictures courtesy of Dave Charnley, Peter Mernagh, Gary Walsh, Gilbert Johnston, Doug Moody, Dawn McNamara, Gilmar Ribeiro and others.
There is an audio version of Stockton-on-Tees News. Call 01642 526098 to order a copy or email [email protected]
CONTENTSBIG NEWS FOR STOCKTON-ON-TEES
News Round Up 4
BIG PLANS FOR THE HEALTH OF OUR PEOPLE
Health and Wellbeing 12
BIG PLANS FOR AN OUTSTANDING BOROUGH
Economic Regeneration and Transport 32
BIG PLANS FOR YOUR AREA
Ward Surgeries in Your Area 41
BIG PLANS FOR THE FUTURE
What’s On 44BIG PLANS FOR THE CARE WE PROVIDE
Adults Services 40
BIG PLANS FOR OUR PLACES AND OPEN SPACES
Environment and Housing 10
AMBITIOUS, EFFECTIVE AND PROUD TO SERVE
Your Council 27
BIG PLANS FOR GREAT EXPERIENCES
Arts, Culture and Leisure 17
BIG PLANS FOR KEEPING OUR COMMUNITIES SAFE
Community Safety 6
BIG PLANS FOR HELPING OUR COMMUNITIES PROSPER
Strong Communities 8
BIG PLANS FOR THE YOUNG PEOPLE OF OUR BOROUGH
Children and Young People 14
A spellbinding night18 The BIG Picture 28 30Your Views Matter
The community magazine of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council
Big plans, bright future
MARCH 2016
www.stockton.gov.uk/stocktonnews
REACH FOR THE SKIES
NEWS ROUND UPNEWS ROUND UP
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WELCOME TO THIS SPRING EDITION
OF STOCKTON-ON-TEES NEWS
Neil SchneiderChief Executive,
Stockton Borough Council
Happy new home!Award-winning e-commerce agency
Visualsoft has celebrated moving into
its cool new home by hosting an event
for staff and their families.Visualsoft House, on Teesdale Business Park, has a series of workstations, break out areas and pods to allow staff to work wherever they choose.
Visualsoft Chief Executive Dean Benson said: “The interior designs are intended to not only complement what we do as a digital company and keep our staff motivated, but also to add a campus environment, much like what Google and other dot.com companies have achieved in California.”
The 35,000 sq ft building has been refurbished to accommodate the ambitious company’s existing employees with plenty of space for new recruits too.
A new ID card scheme is helping young
carers access the help they need.Eastern Ravens Trust, which provides support to the Borough’s young carers and their families, is issuing the cards to young carers aged 11 to 17 years following an assessment.
The cards mean young people who regularly provide ongoing care and emotional support to a family member get the support and advice they need more easily and without having to repeatedly explain their circumstances or family situation.
The introduction of the Young Carers’ Card has been supported by Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council and Hartlepool and Stockton-on-Tees Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) who jointly commission the Young Carers’ Service.
For further information about Eastern Ravens Trust or the support available to young carers in the Borough, call 01642 678454 or email [email protected].
It’s that time of year when we set our annual budget for delivering services to you, and there is no doubt that this year has been the toughest we’ve ever faced. The ongoing reductions in funding and growth in demand for vital social care services mean we have reached a point where it is no longer possible to protect all of the front line services that are very much valued by you.
The decisions we’re facing are becoming increasingly more dificult and it’s important that we do all we can to help explain the context in which they are taken. Our regular Big Picture feature on pages 28 and 29 of this edition explains how we’re doing our best to manage this unprecedented inancial challenge and the process of enormous change. What we’re clear about is that throughout these challenges we will continue to focus on providing support to those most in need and protecting the vulnerable. In our regular “Day in the Life” feature on page 14 you can read about the work of one of these vital services – our children’s social workers.
In wider news from across the Borough, we’re happy to report that Stockton-on-Tees remains a very attractive place to set up a business. Last year we welcomed 1,000 new start-up companies and on page 39 we’ve got a story about one such company, which uses aerial drones equipped with cameras to inspect all kinds of structures. On page 37 we’ve got the irst of what will be a regular feature, “Made in Stockton-on-Tees”, which will focus on some of our most interesting manufacturing businesses – you might be surprised to learn of some of the things that are made here in our Borough.
It’s also great to see businesses in Stockton Town Centre bringing home awards and a piece on this, and a huge boost to Stockton’s live music scene in the shape of Tees Music Alliance’s plans to expand its Georgian Theatre venue, can be found on our Rediscover Stockton pages 32 to 35. We’ve also got a story about the remarkable, locally-based success of Chadwick’s Inn Maltby, near Yarm, on page 38.
Finally, as we step into Spring we’re delighted to bring you news of some of the world class events that will be coming to the Borough over the coming months. Our exciting year-round events programme continues to attract visitors and investment to the borough as well as providing great opportunities to showcase all the area has to offer. You’ll ind a handy pull out and keep summary of the spring and summer events in the centre of the magazine.
A new combined authority for the Tees Valley will come into being on April 1.
The Tees Valley Combined Authority will see the area’s ive local councils join forces in a bid to boost economic growth and job creation.
The councils will still exist in their own right and will continue to deliver local services but they will unite as a formal Tees Valley Combined Authority when focusing on big issues like economic development, transport, infrastructure and skills.
Unlike most combined authorities, the Tees Valley Combined Authority will hold joint meetings with the Tees Valley Local Enterprise Partnership and its business representatives, while also sharing staff and resources.
The ive councils have also agreed a devolution deal with the Government worth £450million over 30 years, equivalent to an additional £15million per year. The deal will involve the transfer of signiicant powers over employment and skills, transport, planning and investment from central government to the Tees Valley.
As part of the deal the Tees Valley will introduce a directly elected city region mayor with the election expected to take place in May 2017. The Mayor will work alongside the leaders of the ive local authorities to provide leadership and be directly accountable to the electorate.
To ind out more visit www.stockton.gov.uk/devolution
Combined Authority is go
Visualsoft Chief Executive Dean Benson oficially opens the company’s new headquarters
Young carers show off the new ID cards from Eastern Ravens Trust
Sixth form college lying high!Stockton Sixth Form College has been named the best sixth form college in the country in a vocational qualiication league table published by the Department for Education.
The college, based on Bishopton Road West, has been ranked as the highest performing institution in terms of student value added, a measure which shows how much progress students make between starting and inishing their vocational course.
In 2015, 88 per cent of students studying vocational qualiications at Stockton Sixth Form achieved the equivalent of A*, A or B grades.
Joanna Bailey, Principal at Stockton Sixth Form College, said: “Our vocational students are achieving amazing destinations including degrees at prestigious universities as well as higher level apprenticeships and skilled jobs and we could not be more proud of them.”
The election for the next Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) of the Cleveland Police Force Area will be on held on 5 May. Make sure you’re registered to vote – turn to page 7 to ind out more.
Make sure you can vote
New ID cards recognise young carers
COMMUNITY SAFETYCOMMUNITY SAFETY
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Making your home safer for little onesThere are approximately two million accidents involving children in the home every year, with almost half a million involving children under ive.But did you know the majority of accidents are preventable through increased awareness and some simple improvements to the home environment?
Your local children’s centre offers home safety sessions where you can access information, advice and guidance on how to keep your little ones safe.
At the end of each session you can access a range of low cost/free safety equipment such as cupboard catches, safety gates, lockable medicine cabinets and much more.
Ingrid Gardner from Fairield looks after her two grandchildren who are both under three, and has attended one of the home safety sessions.
“It really opened my eyes to all the potential risks in the home,” she said. “I feel at least one member of every family should attend this invaluable course as it increases your awareness. The staff have been fantastic and have provided me with the equipment I need to make my home a safer place.”
For more information on home safety sessions visit www.stockton.gov.uk/childrenscentres to ind your local children centre’s or call Senior Resource Worker, Allison Lilliendahl, on 01642 527806.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, in partnership with the Environment Agency, is replacing Londonderry Bridge in a project that will reduce the lood risk to around 150 properties in the area.
The bridge has been a major contributor to serious looding in recent years because its arches obstruct the low of Lustrum Beck. The demolition of the bridge is set to start this Spring to
make way for the installation of a new, single span bridge that will allow water to low freely. The project is expected to last around six months.
The Durham Road approaches to the bridge will be closed to motorists throughout the project and signed diversions will be in place. A temporary footbridge for pedestrians will also be available throughout.We apologise for the disruption and ask that you bear with us during this important project to reduce the risk of looding in your area.
For further information, contact Cathy Summers, Public Transport Oficer on 01642 526261 or email: [email protected]
The ive main preventable causes of accidents for the under ives are: • Choking, suffocation and strangulation
(involving food, toys, nappy sacks, blind cords)
• Falls (from windows, stairs and raised surfaces)
• Poisoning (from general household products, button batteries, e-cigarettes)
• Burns and scalds (involving hot drinks, hair straighteners, electrical leads, bath water)
• Drowning (bath water, ponds)
Could you help a young person turn their life around?Local volunteers are working with young offenders and their families to help turn their lives around. Could you do the same?Community Volunteers work with young offenders to make them aware of any harm they have caused and help them change their behaviour linked to offending and, where possible, to make amends to their victims.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer with the Youth Offending Team please contact them on 01642 527597.
Fairield grandmother Ingrid Gardner (left) receives some household safety advice and equipment from the Council’s Allison Lilliendahl
Protecting homes from looding
Police and Crime Commissioner election – don’t miss out!
The election for the next Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) of the Cleveland Police Force Area will be held on Thursday 5 May.And if you want to have your say in the outcome, you must be registered to vote.
PCCs work with the police and other partners to cut crime, give the public a voice in policing at the highest level and hold forces to account.
They set the local force’s policing priorities and the force budget and are directly accountable to the public.
They also have the power to appoint, and where necessary, dismiss the Chief Constable.
To vote in the election you must be registered to vote by Monday 18 April 2016. If you’re not registered, you can’t vote – so act now!
To ind out more about the elections and to register to vote visit:
www.stockton.gov.uk/elections
STRONG COMMUNITIESSTRONG COMMUNITIES
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Our regular “Spotlight On” feature
highlights the work of some of the
voluntary, community and social
enterprise organisations carrying out
great work across the Borough.
Onsite Building Trust was established as a charity in October 2013 and aims to improve access to community centres and manage their sustainability while expanding the range of groups which use them.
Onsite is responsible for four centres in the Borough – Hartburn, Grangeield, Thornaby and Stillington. Onsite also manages football pitches at two locations near its Grangeield centre used by local clubs.
And great progress has been made in delivering its objectives – user numbers have doubled to 54,000 in just two years.
Ian Brown, Onsite Managing Director, said: “Onsite is proud to have its roots in Stockton-on-Tees and to work effectively in partnership with the Council. We are a modern, lexible business that seeks to serve our communities and residents and ensure these great facilities are available to them.
“As part of the Onsite family we have a fantastic range of groups using the centres for a range of purposes including dance lessons, health advice, exercise and yoga classes, and employability groups, along with hobby groups covering everything from remote control cars to quilting.
“Our wider community commitment is a key part of what we do – for example, we are working with Daisy Chain to support their employability project for young people with autism. We have exciting plans going forward to provide access to even more centres and services.”
For more information, visit www.onsitebuildingtrust.org or call 01642 688303.
SPOTLIGHT ON…
siteoNBuild ing Trus t
Lighting the wayChildren and families lit up the Tilery Estate at this year’s community lantern parade.The annual event, held by Tilery Primary School, sees the community come together to make lanterns for a procession around Tilery and Portrack.
The parade was accompanied by the Rhythm Train drumming group and featured a performance from the school choir.
The school’s head teacher, John Repton, said: “The great imagination and skill shown in the creation of so many brilliant lanterns came as no surprise!”
The children, from Oakdene Primary School, have been getting lessons in saving from My Community Bank.
The programme, launched in June 2015, is a volunteer-run saving scheme which helps young people understand the importance of saving for goals.
Weekly collections are held where young people and their parents/carers attend with their savings book and money.
Year 6 student bankers Samuel Radcliffe and Bethany Jackson help run the Oakdene saving club with support from family volunteers.
Samuel said: “I love to deal with money because maths is my specialist subject and it teaches me about how to handle money.”
Bethany added: “It’s fun to volunteer for the bank and I’m saving so I have some holiday spending money.”
The Northern Locality Forum and My Community Bank are now looking to extend the programme to 11 primary schools and two secondary schools within Billingham.
For more information contact Karen Collighan, Financial Education Oficer at My Community Bank, on 01642 941911.
Community spirited residents in Parkield have been showing real pride in their area by carrying
out regular neighbourhood clean-ups.Local residents and volunteers from the Islamic Diversity Centre, Stockton Dawah Association and the local mosque, have been doing a clean-up each month.
One of the volunteers, Zaheer Iqbal, said: “We want to empower and motivate local communities to work together and clean our neighbourhoods, streets, cemeteries, parks and other areas.
“We’ve had some great feedback from local people so far and are always happy to welcome new volunteers.”
Clean sweep!
The volunteers in action
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Youngsters in Billingham are leading the way when it comes to saving.
Youngsters get into saving habit!
Oliver Williams, 5, is the irst customer for student bankers Bethany Jackson and Sam Radcliffe.
Gillian Fish, family volunteer, with parent Nicholas Boyer and his super-saver daughter Bobbie-May.
ENVIRONMENT AND HOUSINGENVIRONMENT AND HOUSING
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Norton Park welcomes back residents Exciting times lie ahead for residents of the new Norton Park development, with six bungalows released for rent by Thirteen Group having now been let.
The development is not only attracting new residents but two previous residents have chosen to return.
Peter and Janice Cooper (pictured), who lived in the area for 23 years, said: “We have such fond memories of living in the area that it’s great to be back. The new bungalows are just wonderful.”
Norton Park is a partnership development between Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, Keepmoat and Thirteen, which will see 174 high qualities homes being built.
There are a range of houses now available for sale – visit the sales suite at Norton Park’s Kingisher Avenue for more.
An exciting new development in Stockton town centre is creating new places to live just a stone’s throw from the High Street’s popular fountains.
Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is supporting Coast & Country Housing in converting empty space above commercial premises on Dovecot Street into eight one bed self-contained residential lats.
Richard McGuckin, Director of Economic Growth and Development Services, said: “The space has been empty since 2010, so it’s great to see the redevelopment taking place. These lats will offer accommodation within the heart of Stockton town centre, providing their residents with easy access to local shops, markets and transport links.”
This project is one of a number of successful commercial empty property redevelopments that has seen the Council partner with Coast & Country. These projects utilise funding from the Homes and Communities Agency, which
helps owners access a range of support, including reduced VAT, on renovations to bring their properties back into use.
Lesley Conroy, Head of Tenant Services (Neighbourhoods) at Coast & Country, said: “At Coast & Country we work to build stronger communities for the future. Through our partnership with the Council we’re working together to bring empty properties back into use.”
Work on the properties will be completed in early spring. For letting information, prospective tenants should contact Coast & Country on 01642 836009 or email [email protected]
The Borough’s street lighting replacement programme continues to make good progress.Lantern replacements are now under way in Norton North and Stainsby Hill wards, with columns also due to be replaced in Billingham East, Norton North and Stainsby Hill.
To date nearly 5,000 lanterns across the borough have been converted to energy eficient LED lighting while around 3,100 new columns have been installed.
The columns have been manufactured by Thornaby-based Valmont Stainton Limited. The new LED lighting units use much less energy than the current lantern bulbs, have a longer lifespan and generate a better quality of light.
Once complete the scheme will generate projected savings of approximately £1.8million per year from reduced energy and maintenance costs.
For more information and to ind out when the programme is coming to your area, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/streetlighting
Big plans, bright future!
Breathing new life into empty properties
Renovation work is in full swing
Coast & Country staff go over the renovation plans
The new lats are in the heart of town
UP YOUR STREET IN 2016The fortnightly kerbside collections of green waste are starting soon.
• Blue Week collections begin - Monday 11 April and end Friday 30 September.
• Red Week collections begin - Monday 18 April and end Friday 7 October.
Replacement or additional re-usable green hessian waste sacks can be purchased from Stockton, Billingham and Thornaby Customer Service Centres for £2 per sack. You can also purchase a roll of 26 clear sacks for £3
Easter collectionsDuring the Easter period, waste and
recycling collections will be
carried out as normal with
our staff working on Good
Friday to ensure there is no disruption to your
collections.
If you are unsure of your collection week you can ind out more about about bin collections and other local services by signing up to My Stockton – visit www.stockton.gov.uk/mystockton or call 01642 391959 to ind out more.
Look out for your green waste collection team (left to right)
Christopher Connor, Adam Wesson and Kev Sturman
HEALTH AND WELLBEINGHEALTH AND WELLBEING
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Businesses across the Borough are being encouraged to sign-up to a scheme to show that they are breastfeeding friendly.
The Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme invites businesses to register on a national database used by mums to ind their nearest breastfeeding friendly venue.
More than 40 venues in the Borough have signed-up, including Sundaes ice cream and dessert parlour on Yarm High Street, which has just introduced a breastfeeding social group.
The group meets from 10.30am to 12noon every Wednesday and provides a great opportunity for mums to increase their
conidence to breastfeed in a public place while catching-up with other mums over food and drink.
Sundaes owner Caroline Gregory said: “We want children to come here, have fun and enjoy themselves and we want mums to know they can come here relax, socialise and have a treat or two without worrying about feeding their child. We are very proud to be signed up to the Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme.”
The drive to sign-up more businesses has been supported by the Borough’s four locality forums. To ind out more about the Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme, visit www.breastfeedingwelcomescheme.org.uk
Helping you make the right choice Residents have a range of options available to them when seeking care and are being asked to think carefully about which is most appropriate for their needs.The guidance below will help you choose the right service and help ensure others aren’t prevented from receiving the care they urgently need.
Self-care For a speedy recovery, self-care is the best option when you have a minor illness or injury. A well-stocked medicine cabinet means you’ll receive the right treatment immediately.
Pharmacist Your pharmacist can give you advice for many common minor illnesses, such as diarrhoea, minor infections, headache, travel advice or sore throats.
NHS 111 Call NHS 111 if you urgently need medical help or advice but it’s not a life-threatening situation. You can also call NHS 111 if you’re not sure which NHS service you need.
GP Make an appointment with your GP if you are feeling unwell and it is not an emergency.
Walk-in centre, minor injuries unit or urgent care centre Visit one of these if you have a minor illness or injury (minor cuts, sprains or burns) and it can’t wait until your GP surgery is open.
A&E and 999 A&E and 999 are for health emergencies only, including major accidents, broken bones, breathing problems, severe chest pains, unconsciousness, suspected stroke, and major blood loss.
We continue to bring you news of how Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, NHS health partners and other organisations are working together to tackle health inequalities through the Borough’s Joint Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2013-2018.
In this issue we take a look The Hub’s Community Walking and Cycling Project, which is helping people to stay active all year round. The Hub is working in Norton, Hardwick, Newtown and Roseworth to offer local people access to walking and cycling programmes close to home. The programmes are free and are designed to easily slot into most people’s daily routines.
All walks and rides make use of the area’s safe and pleasant paths and cycle tracks and the pace is set to suit the group, so everyone is welcome and nobody is left behind.
They are also a lot of fun, with opportunities to meet new people or to catch-up with old friends. If that isn’t enough, free monthly bike ixing and cycling training activities are also available.Increased levels of physical activity can help in the prevention of a numbers of health problems including coronary heart disease, hypertension, cancer, type 2 diabetes and mental health problems such as depression.
For more information contact The Hub:
01642 803441
www.thehubstockton.wordpress.com
www.facebook.com/thehubstockton
Walk or cycle your way to wellbeing
Walks and rides are all guided and bikes and helmets are provided, so what are you waiting for? 2016 – your year to get on the move.
Community Walking and Cycling HubsArea Location Type Day Time
Roseworth Redhill Children’s Centre Ride Monday 12pm
Roseworth Kiora Hall Walk Tuesday 10am
Hardwick Redhill Children’s Centre Ride Monday 12pm
Hardwick Community Centre Walk Thursday 10am
Newtown Community Centre Ride Wednesday 10:30am
Newtown Community Centre Walk Thursday 10am
Norton St Michael’s Church Ride Friday 10:30am
Norton Norton Medical Centre Walk Wednesday 1:30pm
Is your business breastfeeding friendly?
999 or 111?
CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLECHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
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Becky Caldwell –
Children’s
Social Worker
Family life can often be complicated
or dificult but there are many social workers across the Borough who are
devoted to supporting families
and protecting those most vulnerable.
Becky Caldwell has worked in children’s social care for ive years and joined Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council last year.
She is part of the assessment team which irst identiies the needs of families who need additional support. “It’s crucial we offer the right level and type of support so we work with families, GPs, schools and our health and wellbeing partners to make suitable referrals,” she says.
“Each case is different so a lot of my work involves preparing detailed assessments and reviewing these regularly. We deal with everything from simple issues that are easy to resolve to more serious child protection issues, so it’s vital we are thorough.”
The job is challenging but rewarding and the Council’s lexible working scheme helps the team manage schedules around their hobbies and family life.
“The scheme is great because it means that I can complete my work but also organise my personal life,” says Becky.
“Some of the team work four days in ive, others pick their children up from school and then log on later to do their case notes or I’ll come in later in the day if I know I’m going to work late into the evening. I also play squash regularly and it means I can it that around my hours.
“It is a fast-paced and intensive job but what really makes it worthwhile is knowing you’ve helped someone.”
For further information about the Council’s children’s and adults’ social care services, visit: www.stockton.gov.uk/children-and-young-people or www.stockton.gov.uk/adult-services
DAY IN THE LIFE
A leading light in Formula 1 racing returned to
his old school to inspire pupils, having already
inspired Lewis Hamilton to his third F1 title!
Dr Andrew Shovlin, Chief Race Engineer for the Mercedes F1 Petronas Team, dropped in on Conyers School to share his experience.
Among those present was Conyers pupil Jess Hugill, who dreams of becoming an F1 engineer and credits Dr Shovlin as her inspiration.
Already in the fast lane after achieving eight A* and A GCSE grades and kept busy in her role as the Borough’s Member of the UK Youth Parliament, Jess is on track to reach her goals!
Louise Spellman, Headteacher at Conyers, said: “Conyers prides itself on a strong science and technology tradition and this was a wonderful opportunity for our students to see what can be achieved with determination.”
Life in the fast lane!
Chief Race Engineer, Dr Andy Shovlin returns to his old school, Conyers
Aspiring F1 engineer, Jess Hugill, presents Dr Shovlin with a school paperweight
Are you looking after someone else’s child? To help us keep children safe and support families, there is a legal requirement for all parents and private foster carers to notify the Council of any private fostering arrangements.
When a parent asks another adult who is not a close relative to look after their child for more than 28 days it constitutes private fostering.
Anyone who is already privately fostering, or who plans to privately foster, should email [email protected] or call 01642 527764.
To ind out more visit www.stockton.gov.uk/privatefostering
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CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
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New online guide for families
Stockton Information Directory for Families is a new online guide highlighting the range of support services, organisations and activities available to families in the Borough.
The directory aims to offer a one stop shop of information, advice and support covering a range of topics including:
• Early Years and Childcare
• Parenting and Family Support
• Schools
• Health and Wellbeing
• Staying Safe
• Money Matters
• Training, Volunteering and Employment
• Activities for Children and Young People
• Young People’s Services
• Information, Advice and Support
For more information visit: www.stocktoninformationdirectory.org
To have your group, class or organisation listed on the directory email [email protected] or call 01642 52527225.
Students’ African adventure!Leaving behind home comforts such as running water and electricity proved no sweat for this group of intrepid Childcare and Early Years students from Stockton Riverside College.
The students embarked on a trip they’ll never forget – working with children and wild elephants in Namibia.
“It was the most amazing experience; there aren’t words to describe it,” said 18-year-old Harriet Raine from Yarm. “It was deinitely a once in a lifetime opportunity,” added classmate, Rachael Wilson.
Working with Elephant Human Relations Aid (EHRA), the students split their time between working at a local primary school and helping the surrounding communities to live in harmony with the region’s elephants.
Over the last year the students have taken part in a host of fundraising activities to raise the money needed for the trip. As for the elephants, it didn’t take long to spot them – one herd even passed right through their camp!
Schoolchildren have been doing their bit to
make sure Stockton-on-Tees looks its best
when it plays host to the British Cycling
National Road Race Championships in June.
The pupils, from Kirklevington Primary School, are creating a large freestanding sculpture made from glass and wrought iron to feature on the race route. The sculpture will come alive with coloured pieces of glass attached to the wheels to create a sparkling work of art.
It is one of a number of community projects that have won support from a grant fund run by the Council and the Tees Valley Community Foundation. The fund was made available to encourage community groups to decorate the route so the Borough looks its best when the big event arrives.
Glass artist Judith Gill, who is working with the children, said: “I’m thrilled to be part of such an exciting project as the children at Kirklevington Primary have some
inspirational ideas for their designs,” said Judith. “I feel privileged to be able to help them bring their ideas to life.”
Justine Moralee, Head Teacher at Kirklevington Primary School, added: “We take pride in our vibrant learning environment and this project is a great example of that.
“We are also working with offenders from Kirklevington Grange’s metal workshop to create the iron structure which shows the school’s strong sense of community.”
Recent winners of the British Cycling National Road Race Championships include world-famous names like Sir Bradley Wiggins, Mark Cavendish and Laura Trott, so it’s going to be quite an event!
To ind out more about the Championships, which take place as part of Stockton Cycling Festival, visit: www.stockton.gov.uk/events
Do you have the heart to foster a young person?
Want to ind out more?Call us on 01642 526218 or email [email protected]
www.stockton.gov.uk/fostering
Student Harriet Raine (left) with Childcare Course Leader Liz Maddison
Stockton Town Centre
A19
A177 Durham Rd
Thorpe Thewles
Thorpe Leazes
Whitton
CarltonLighting up the Cycling Championships!
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Stockton-on-Tees schoolchildren have been treated to a series of interactive workshops with two authors at the forefront of children’s literature.St John the Baptist Church of England Primary School in Ragworth hosted a visit by author and illustrator, Nick Sharratt who has created beautiful drawings for 250 books, worked with popular authors including Jacqueline Wilson and Julia Donaldson and written 40 books of his own. The books he has illustrated for Jacqueline Wilson have sold 35 million copies!
Nick decided to return to the school after one of its former pupils, Husnain Javid (now at Egglescliffe School), gave him an idea that inspired his new book, ‘Shark in the Park on a Windy Day!’
Meanwhile, author of more than 100 successful children’s books, Philip Ardagh, entertained children from Frederick Nattrass Primary, Norton and Bishopsgarth Schools.
Both authors visited the school as part of the Northern Children’s Book Festival.
Muggles and wizards of all ages packed into Stockton Central Library to celebrate Harry Potter Book Night.And there was plenty of fun to be had – from potions demonstrations and magic displays to wand and mandrake making and owl encounters.
The Council’s Director of Culture, Events and Leisure, Reuben Kench, said: “The night has become a irm favourite and always attracts a crowd.
“The wonderful costumes on show are a sight to behold and it’s always such a pleasure to see so many people enjoying the library.”
Stars of children’s literature inspire pupilsA spellbinding night
An artist’s impression of the new look Yarm Library
Work is under way to bring a series of improvements to Yarm Library.Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is investing in the library as part of its programme to update and refurbish its town centre branches. The Council’s Director of Culture, Events and Leisure, Reuben Kench, said: “The upgrade will create a fresh new look with stylish furniture, moveable shelving and improvements to the children’s section and outdoor garden area.
“There’ll also be a new entrance with better disabled access, as well as self-service borrowing and renewal facilities and a special self-service portal that people can use to request Council services and report any issues.”
And in a groundbreaking new partnership, the library will also house a Newcastle Building Society branch providing a range of inancial services to the community. Andrew Haigh, Chief Executive at Newcastle Building Society, said: “We have recently announced
a £10million investment programme and our plans to open up a community-based branch in Yarm library are an important part of this investment.”
The library is due to reopen in the autumn. In the meantime, library users will be able to use alternative facilities at Egglescliffe and Ingleby Barwick libraries as well as the mobile library which regularly visits Yarm’s Timothy Hackworth Court, Conyers Court, and Wycliffe/Ayresome Court. For more information about the mobile library visit www.stockton.gov.uk/mobilelibrary
New look Yarm Library on the way!
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Take a look at the Borough’s newest attraction – Air Trail Tees Barrage.Standing 18 metres tall and with 38 different challenges set over four loors, it is the biggest attraction of its kind in Europe and the only high ropes facility that can be found alongside an Olympic standard white water course.
To make a booking or ind out more visit www.airtrail.co.uk or call 01642 265454.
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Dare you take on Air Trail?
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Here’s a peek at some of the things to look forward to this spring at Preston Park Museum & Grounds.
Visit www.prestonparkmusuem.co.uk for more details.
Your guide to the major events happening in Stockton-on-Tees this Spring and Summer
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Easter weekend (25 to 28 March)Decorate your own Easter bonnet and take part in a parade through the Victorian Street. Pull on your wellies and have a go at traditional potato planting in the Walled Kitchen Garden. Try tasty Hot Cross Buns and cake decorating with the ‘Three Boys Bakery’. Help the Easter bunny ind his eggs and discover the beautiful tradition of Polish Pisanka egg decorating.
Saturday 2 and Sunday 3 April Get out in the park and celebrate spring with guided wild forage walks and cooking demonstrations. Discover the local birdlife and make your own bird or bat box to take home. Meet our visiting farmyard friends including Humbug the goat and Dave the sheep runner duck. There will also be other family craft activities every day during the Easter holidays.
Thursday 14 April, 7pmPlayers from Royal Northern Sinfonia will be performing works by Ligeti (Six Bagatelles), Francaix (Quintet No. 1), Klughardt (Wind Quintet), and Janacek (Mladi) in the Music Room at Preston Park Museum, thanks to funding from Arts Council England. Tickets available from Middlesbrough Town Hall on 01642 729 729.
Tuesday 15 March to Sunday 10 April, 10am to 4pmStep into the Billiard Room to discover an eggs-quisite eggshibition of eggs. View hundreds of egg shaped sculptures designed by local schools and community groups.
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PLAYHELLO
HIP HOP HOORAY, EASTER IS ON ITS WAY!
PLAYERS FROM ROYAL NORTHERN SINFONIASPRING IN THE PARK
EGGSHIBITION
Big plans for great experiences
Come and help us celebrate the Queen’s 90th Birthday We’re having a fun-packed street party to mark this historic occasion - and you’re invited!Join us on June 12th for a fun-illed party in Stockton High Street. There’ll be lots to do for all the family, a helter skelter, music and dancing, model making workshops and of course a tea party.
And we’re delighted to welcome the Queen’s representative, the Lord-Lieutenant of County Durham, to help us mark this very special day by unveiling the High Street’s newest attraction – The Stockton Flyer.
If you’re interested in cycling you might also like this!
Tour de Yorkshire
Middlesbrough hosts stage 3 start
1 May 2016
Centre Square
Middlesbrough Town Centre
The Stockton Cycling Festival returns and is proud to host the British Cycling National Road Championships 2016 as part of four days of adrenaline-fuelled cycling, scenic rides and thrilling exhibitions that everyone can watch and join in.
Bringing some of the world’s greatest cyclists to Stockton High Street this is your chance to get close to the action as sporting veterans, up and coming stars and elite athletes race around our unique track.
For more information, including entry, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/cyclingfestival
Stockton Cycling Festival –
British Cycling National Road Championships
Thursday 23 – Sunday 26 June
Stockton Town Centre and Riverside
stockton.gov.uk
4 days, 2 wheels,
1 amazing festival
A RIGHT ROYAL
CELEBRATION!
Visit www.lovemiddlesbrough.com/enjoytheride
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Here we bring you our regular update on the consultations being carried out by the Council. To ind out more, visit www.stockton.gov.uk/consultation
Review of boundary signageA review led by the Council’s Place Select Committee has found strong support for marking the ceremonial boundaries of Yorkshire and Durham. A range of views has been gathered from interested individuals and organisations, and the wording and appearance of the signs will be considered in more detail once the Government’s Trafic Signs Regulation and General Directions review has been published.
Trading or displaying in town centresThe Council is currently seeking views on policy guidelines relating to activities in the Borough’s town centres. These activities range from street trading, street entertainment, the marketing of goods and services and research or canvassing.If you have any suggestions for the guidelines that you would like to submit, please do so by sending an email to [email protected] or in writing to PO Box 229, Kingsway House, Billingham, TS23 2YL by 22 April 2016.
Community TransportThe Council is carrying out reviews of community transport policies with a focus on home to school transport services and the transport it provides to adult social care users and carers. Proposals arising from the reviews are expected to be considered by Cabinet in April followed by a public consultation.
Children’s CentresThe Council is undertaking a fundamental review of the role, purpose and delivery model for the 12 Children’s Centres in the Borough with the aim of further targeting the centres to serve the most disadvantaged communities and offering a range of targeted support services. Proposals arising from the reviews are expected to be considered by Cabinet in May ahead of a public consultation.
LibrariesThe Council will be consulting on the closure of Egglescliffe Library and possible closure of Fairield Library with a view to a inal report being taken to Cabinet later this year.
Residents’ SurveyThis face-to-face survey has now been completed. Details can be found on pages 30 and 31 of this edition.
Children put their road safety knowledge to the testAround 500 youngsters battled it out at Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s annual Road Safety quiz.The event saw 32 primary schools compete before Kirklevington Primary School, Ingleby Mill Primary School and William Cassidi C of E Aided Primary School went head-to-head in a nail-biting inal which saw Kirklevington Primary emerge triumphant.
Pupils from the winning team were presented with a trophy by the Mayor of Stockton-on-Tees, Councillor Ian Dalgarno, who said: “Congratulations to Kirklevington Primary school. They worked hard to prepare for the competition and I’m sure they have learnt many road safety tips along the way.”
Prestigious accolade for former councillor A former Stockton-on-Tees councillor with
more than three decades’ public service has been granted the Freedom of the Borough. Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council conferred its highest ceremonial honour to Bob Gibson OBE at a meeting of the full Council.
The special accolade recognises Mr Gibson’s outstanding contribution to generations of people living across the Borough.
He stepped down from the Council last year having served 34 years in local government in Stockton Borough, including 17 years as Council Leader.
“I’m incredibly honoured to receive the Freedom of the Borough and to join such a distinguished list of recipients,” he said.
Kirklevington Primary’s winning team (left to right) Emie Smith, Anna Heward and Izzy Stone show off their trophy with the Mayor and Mayoress
Your pull out and keep summary of the big events happening over the next few months.
For full details of these and our full calendar of events across the borough please visit www.stockton.gov.uk/events
Stockton Cycling Festival – British Cycling National Road ChampionshipsThursday 23 – Sunday 26 JuneStockton High Street and surrounding area
Stockton Duathlon FestivalSunday 24 April Stockton Town Centre and Riverside
Fire Engine and Vintage Vehicle Show Saturday 21 - Sunday 22 May, 11am – 5pm Preston Park Museum & Grounds
Stockton International Riverside FestivalThursday 4 – Sunday 7 August
Fans of SIRF will also love Middlesbrough Mela in July – visit www.boromela.co.uk
River Rat RaceSaturday 20 August Stockton Riverside
Billingham International Folklore Festival Saturday, 13 – Saturday 20 August 201610am – 10pm
Stockton Summer ShowSunday 28 – Monday 29 August, 11am – 5pmPreston Park Museum & Grounds
Please note: All events are correct at the time of printing. Visit the events website www.stockton.gov.uk/events for full details. Main cover image courtesy of Farrows Creative.
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Queen’s 90th birthday street partySunday 12 JuneStockton High Street
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CELEBRATION!
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CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
ECONOMIC REGENERATION
AND TRANSPORT
ENVIRONMENT AND HOUSING
We pride ourselves on being open,
honest and fair.
That’s why it’s important to us that you
know how the Council budget is spent.Councillors met on February 24 to agree the budget for the coming year and the Medium Term Financial Plan for the following three years up to 2020. Councillors agreed to:
• press ahead with the series of detailed reviews of front line services agreed in September 2015
• use of reserves to allow time for service review savings to be delivered in a planned way, avoiding immediate and sweeping service cuts
• increase Council Tax by 1.9 per cent for 2016/17 – 33p per week for the majority of residents
• implement the Government’s 2 per cent adult social care levy
We’ve always done all we can to protect front line services, but the inances available to the borough are continuing to shrink. And, whilst we will maintain our focus on protecting the people and areas most in need, we are left with no choice other than to make further cuts to the front line, which means dificult decisions will have to be made.
At February’s meeting, councillors approved the irst round of savings proposals arising from the front line service reviews outlined last September, including:
• the scaling back of services like grass cutting, planting and street cleaning to make £650,000 of annual savings in Care for Your Area services
• reductions to some out of hours enforcement services and the introduction of charging for some aspects of pest control to save £230,000 per year in Environmental Health and Trading Standards
Councillors also agreed to press ahead with reviews of the Borough’s 12 Children’s Centres and the library service, which includes a proposal to close Egglescliffe Library once the refurbishment of Yarm Library is complete, and the closure of Fairield Library if a library partner cannot be found. Reviews of policies relating to home to school transport services and transport provided to adult social care users and carers will also take place.
The Big Picture jigsaw pieces help to illustrate the many competing demands on the Council’s resources and the wide range of services we deliver. We understand that each piece is important to someone and would rather not be faced with this situation, but there are no easy answers.
We will continue to keep you informed and continue to consult you on any proposals to change or reduce frontline services.
To ind out more visit www.stockton.gov.uk/thebigpicture
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COMMUNITY SAFETY
HEALTH AND WELLBEING
STRONG COMMUNITIES
£57.1m
£35.7m
£16.7m
£14.7m
£7m
£1.2m
£15.9m
£3.2m
£12.8m
We’ve already handled a 30%
reduction in funding over the
last 5 years.
THE SIZE OF THE CHALLENGE The Council has always adopted a carefully planned and managed approach as it has adapted to funding reductions of £52million in the last six years. And this will continue as we tackle a projected further reduction of £21million over the next four years.
By 2019/20 the overall annual reduction in Government funding to the borough will be £73million (a reduction of 61 per cent in 10 years).This unprecedented inancial challenge comes at a time when demand for services – particularly adult social care and children’s services – continues to rise.
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Your Views MatterPeople from across the Borough have been taking part in a residents’ survey conducted by respected polling company Ipsos MORI – and the results are now in.The door-to-door survey was carried out between June and December last year, with residents’ views sought on their local area as well as the Council and its services.
The results showed general improvement on the last survey in 2012, with 87 per cent reporting satisfaction with their local area, and increased satisfaction with, and trust in, the Council.
We will be analysing these results in more detail because the views of our residents are vital in helping us to plan and deliver services in the best way we can.
This process will also inform the dificult decisions we face as we review our services in response to unprecedented reductions to the Council’s budget.
Residents can be assured that we will be looking in particular detail at the areas identiied for improvement.
Read on to learn more about the headline indings of the survey and for more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/consultations
Things you told us about events
Things you told us about community cohesion
Community Safety% of people who feel safe...
Things you told us about your area
Satisfaction with your local area
Things you told us about the Council and local services
Three services with the highest satisfaction
Three services with the lowest satisfaction
73%
Satisfaction with the council
69%
Trust the council
90%
Refuse collection85%
Street lighting
84%
Schools
43%
Road maintenance & repairs
44%
Pavement maintenance
50%
Support services for the elderly
87%
65%
feel people from different backgrounds get on well together
77%
feel a strength of belonging to
their local area
85%
have lived in the area for
more than 10 years
72%
after dark95%
during the day
85%
agree events are good for the
Borough
74%
agree events attract new people
to the Borough
75%
think events are a good use of Council
resources
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Green light for music venue upgradeTees Music Alliance (TMA) is progressing plans to expand and improve its venue, The Georgian Theatre.
Planning permission has been secured for an exciting programme of work which will see the Stockton Town Centre venue increase its audience capacity and opening hours – creating a fantastic new facility for live-music lovers.
The project is part of a major redevelopment being undertaken in partnership with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council.
Much-needed bar and toilet space, as well as a daytime café, will be created when works take place to expand the popular venue into the ground and irst loors of the adjacent Council owned premises, formerly the Courtyard Hotel. The scheme will also secure the 18th Century listed building’s future as a music venue and help attract big name artists to Stockton.
With £414,000 from Stockton’s Grants for Heritage Buildings Scheme now secured, work is expected to start in late spring.
An artist’s impression of the improved Georgian Theatre
The Georgian Theatre now
Find out what’s ‘App’ening in StocktonIt’s easier than ever to Rediscover Stockton thanks to the new and improved website and app.
The town centre’s shops, restaurants, cafes, bars and theatres can all be found on the website’s brand new business directory as well as exclusive offers and discounts.
The website’s ‘What’s On’ section has also been revamped – from the comedians at ARC to bands playing in the Georgian Theatre, if it’s on, it’s in!
There are also sections looking at the heritage of the High Street, the redevelopment of the town centre and information on transport and car parking.
The Rediscover App is available on iOS and Android and features much of the same information as the website.
It will alert you when you are near a business that has an offer available and even has functions to help you remember where you parked!
To get to grips with this fantastic new digital app visit www.rediscoverstockton.co.uk or search ‘Rediscover Stockton’ in your chosen app store.
Countdown to Flyer’s irst lightStockton Town Centre is preparing to welcome a gigantic moving automaton to its new home.
The Stockton Flyer will emerge from the plinth on the High Street once a day entertaining everyone visiting the town with its moving wings, bells and whistles.
Its creator, Rob Higgs (pictured) is making the inal touches to the feature, which will be unveiled on 12 June as part of The Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations.
The Flyer is sure to be a marvellous spectacle when it rises from the plinth for the irst time, surrounded by cheering crowds. The public will be invited to join the Borough’s Mayor and special guests for a street party on the same afternoon that Patron’s Lunch will take place on The Mall in London.
Inspired by George Stephenson’s Locomotion Number One, Stockton Flyer will commemorate Stockton’s railway heritage and rich industrial past.
Keep a look out for more details in the May edition of Stockton-on-Tees News.
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Businesses in Stockton town centre are bringing home the silverware!The Pottery Pen, on Silver Street, recently picked up the ‘Best New Family Attraction’ gong at the Gazette’s People’s Choice Awards.
The public voted in their thousands for their favourite places to visit and The Pottery Pen’s fun and vibrant painting studio came up trumps.
Amey McGrogan, Creative Director, said: “Winning this award shows that we have created a friendly and creative environment with a wide range of prices to suit all budgets.”
Owner Emma Wright added: “We started in the Enterprise Arcade and through hard work and determination from both
Amey and I – we have turned The Pottery Pen into an award winning business.”
Visit www.thepotterypen.co.uk for more information or call 01642 956375.
DRAKE – The Bookshop, based in the Enterprise Arcade, also celebrated after being crowned the Independent Retailers Confederation’s ‘Shop of the Month’ in November 2015 having only opened in September!
The shop stocks around 1,200 titles for all ages and interests including local authors – as well as a range of dyslexia-friendly titles. Visit www.facebook.com/DRAKEBookshop for more information.
For more information about Stockton’s Enterprise Arcade, visit www.rediscoverstockton.co.uk/enterprise-arcade.
an evening illed with singing, dancing, performances and
the unique Singing Christmas Tree. Highlights include our
Christmas Market (always good for present buying) our
popular Reindeer Parade and a fantastic town centre shopping
experience sprinkled with street theatre.
Specialist Markets dates for your diary!Youth Market
• Saturday 19 March
Farmers’ Market
• Saturday 26 March
• Saturday 28 May
• Saturday 30 July
• Saturday 24 September
• Saturday 26 November
Chic Vintique
• Saturday 9 April
• Saturday 9 July
• Saturday 8 October
Ka-pow!
• Saturday 11 June
Book Festival
• Saturday 15 October
Sparkles Christmas Market
• Thursday 24 to Saturday 27 November
Christmas Farmers’ Market
• Saturday 24 December
For full details, keep an eye on the Council’s Facebook and Twitter channels, or visit: www.rediscoverstockton.co.uk
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Richard Drake and Melanie Greenwood of DRAKE – The Bookshop
Phil Shea with son Jacob Shea enjoy crafts at the Pottery Pen
It’s award season!
There’s fun for all the family at The Pottery Pen / Emma Wright and Amey McGrogan of the award winning Pottery Pen
Schoolchildren take on a World Book Day quiz at DRAKE – The Bookshop
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Designer sought for Ingleby Barwick leisure facilityA designer is being sought to draw up plans for a multi-million pound leisure centre, library and customer service point in Ingleby Barwick.Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council plans to develop the new centre on an open area of land on the All Saints Academy site (pictured) and has been working closely with the Academy and the Diocese of York.
A range of facilities are being considered for the proposed two-storey building including a swimming pool plus learner pool, health and itness suite, exercise studio, gym, multi activity room, community library and customer service point.
And in the coming weeks, the Council is looking to appoint a designer to map out the building itself.
The Council’s Director of Economic Growth and Development, Richard McGuckin, said: “We expect to be in a position to consult on the plans in the spring and we hope work will start on site next year with the facility opening to the public in 2017.”
A new Aldi supermarket on The Causeway in Billingham is due to open next month. The new store is being built on the site of the former Billingham Arms pub which was demolished last year.
The Council’s Director of Economic Growth and Development, Richard McGuckin, said: “This is another great vote of conidence in Billingham town centre, which is reporting soaring visitor numbers.
“The supermarket will bring new life to that particular site, and complement a number of recent major investments such as our £2.7million library and customer service centre and improvements to pedestrian crossings, paving, seating and lighting, as well as new and improved facilities at nearby John Whitehead Park.”
Billingham Aldi nears completion
Billingham’s new Aldi store takes shape
Christian Dior, Hugo Boss and the Millennium Dome all have one thing in common – they all source high quality glasswork from Creative Glass on Portrack Lane!The company specialises in design and production of architectural and decorative glass including kitchen and bathroom pieces, wall art, cabinets and displays for shopitting, and even glass furniture.
Creative Glass, which employs seven staff, was founded in 1992 by owner Tony Campbell after he spotted a gap in the market.
“As a local business it’s great that we are making a name for the Borough nationally,” said Tony. “We get requests for our services from all over the world and the opportunity to work on such a variety of projects is fantastic.”
To ind out more visit www.creativeglass.co.uk
Christian Dior’s store in Heathrow Terminal 5 is illed with stunning display cabinets by Creative Glass
The Creative Glass workshop
Stockton-on-Tees has a long-standing tradition in manufacturing that is still very much in evidence today. Through our new Made in Stockton-on-Tees feature we will take a look at some of the Borough’s manufacturing success stories!
Creative Glass owner, Tony Campbell
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A restaurant in the south of the Borough is celebrating after maintaining its renowned culinary status for the sixth year running.Chadwicks Inn Maltby, near Yarm, has once again retained its 2 AA Rosette rating and is the only ‘non-residential restaurant’ in the Tees Valley to possess the award.
Ambitious dishes from Head Chef, Steve Lawford, have also scooped a Michelin Bib Gourmand award – given to restaurants serving exceptional food at moderate prices. And it’s a success very much built here in Tees Valley, with a range of local suppliers providing ingredients for the food and drink delights on offer.
Owned by Helen and Gary Gill, the former Middlesbrough FC favourite, and their business partner Lee Tolley, Chadwicks is a hub for the local community.
“We have a team of around 20 staff who are committed to giving our customers an excellent dining experience right on their doorstep,” said Helen. “But we are keen to maintain our community pub identity and do so by continuing to host events like our weekly Sunday quiz night.”
To ind out more visit www.chadwicksinnmaltby.co.uk or call 01642 590300.
Stockton-on-Tees became home to 1,000 new start-up businesses in 2015!Figures published by Tees Valley Unlimited report 1,000 businesses registrations in the Borough last year – up from 822 newly registered businesses in 2014.
The Council provides a range of specialist services to start-up companies, including employment and skills support, help to ind the right premises and information about business loans, awards and networking opportunities.
One of the new start-ups is Fusion Hive-based technology business RectrixAS. Founded by Alex Westwood and Chris Young, the company uses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV), also known as drones to provide bespoke asset integrity inspection and surveying solutions for a wide range of sectors including oil and gas, petrochemical and renewables such as wind and solar.
Chris Young, Business Development Manager at RectrixAS, said: “The support has been fantastic and now we are based in Fusion Hive the opportunities for us to work with other tech and digital companies means we are able to network effectively and grow and expand.”
Fusion Hive was developed in partnership between the Council, the Homes and Communities Agency, Teesside University and Muse Developments and is part inanced from the North East European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) Competitiveness Programme 2007 – 2013.
The Department for Communities and Local Government is the managing authority for the European Regional Development Fund Programme, which is one of the funds established by the European Commission to help local areas stimulate their economic development by investing in projects which will support local businesses and create jobs.
For business support and advice contact Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council’s Business and Enterprise team on telephone 01642 528384 or email [email protected]
Shopping, leisure and entertainment in Norton continues to grow with the opening of a new pub and clothing boutique.The Head of Steam pub brand has opened a new branch in Harland Place offering a wide selection of craft and cask ales alongside a menu provided by Longhorns Barbecue Smokehouse. Live music is also on offer every Sunday evening from 6pm in association with Tees Music Alliance.
For more information visit www.theheadofsteam.co.uk
Meanwhile, independent clothing boutique Christian Alexander is set to open this month above Café Maison on Norton High Street. The shop will offer everything from jeans and shoes to bags and bespoke evening dresses.
Visit www.christianalexander.com for more information.
Six and counting!
Chadwicks owners Helen Gill and Lee Tolley
New bar and boutique for Norton
1,000 business take-offs!
The exclusive Head of Steam chain now open in Norton (credit: The Gazette)
Charlotte Wilkinson, owner of Christian Alexander boutique, outside the store’s location on Norton High Street (credit: The Gazette)
RectrixAS founders Chris Young (left) and Alex Westwood with one of their company drones, with Fusion Hive in the background
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Apprenticeships are not just for young people, but open to all and provide the perfect opportunity to ‘earn as you learn’.The Council’s Learning and Skills Service offers high quality skills training, including Higher Level Apprenticeships, leading to qualiications equivalent to higher education.
Andy Peacock, 50, from Thornaby, is convinced age is no barrier to learning. After embarking on an apprenticeship he landed a job with the Learning and Skills Service itself!
He left school with few qualiications and later became a carer for his parents. But after his father died and his mum went into a home, Andy completed a 26 week ECDL computer course through the service and gained a formal qualiication.
“It’s never too late to learn,” said Andy. “My apprenticeship led to a full time Business Delivery Support Administrator role covering maternity leave at the Council’s Learning and Skills Service.”
Yarm teenager Callum McKechnie is at the other end of the age scale. The 17-year-old is being supported by the Learning and Skills Service in his role as an apprentice in Business Administration with Icon Plastics in Eaglescliffe.
He said: “I chose an apprenticeship because you further your education and get hands-on practical experience. It was important for me to develop the necessary skills for the working world.”
Joanne Smith, Delivery Team Leader at the Learning and Skills Service, said “We offer excellent support to apprentices and a bespoke service to employers. We are actively involved in the support and matching process for employers, employees and young people and would encourage anyone interested in apprenticeships to contact us for an informal chat.”
To ind out more about apprenticeships/Higher Level apprenticeships, call Employer Engagement Oficer Calum MacPherson on 01642 527573 or visit
www.stockton.gov.uk/adulteducation
Apprenticeships for all!
Could you make a difference?Right now, people across the Borough are looking to employ paid personal assistants to help meet their care and support needs.
This can range from helping them with cooking and parental duties to taking them to football matches or the local swimming pool.
Could you be the person they’re looking for?
If the answer is ‘yes’ then why not register with the Stockton Personalisation Support Service’s new ‘PA Finder’? ‘PA Finder’ is an online register of personal assistants who are actively looking for care and support roles.
The register is free to join and you will be provided with free basic training, a free enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check and ongoing support.
Working as a personal assistant can be lexible and rewarding and offers a very competitive rate of pay. Many of our service users require packages of care and support that are ideally suited to it around your existing commitments.
We currently have several vacancies already waiting to be illed. Full details can be found on the Stockton Information Directory, visit www.stocktoninformationdirectory.org/panetwork
Register with PA Finder now
Icon Plastics apprentice, Callum McKechnie
Learning and Skills Service apprentice, Andy Peacock
A new supported housing scheme in Billingham town centre has got off to a lying start.Winford House has 38 one and two bedroom apartments, which are exclusively available to over 55s.
And the 28 units that were available for affordable rent are already fully occupied, with other apartments remaining available to buy (shared ownership or outright).
The £4million scheme provides a 24 hour support service, communal lounge, garden, assisted bathroom, car park and
a storage area for mobility scooters and wheelchairs, with an aim to help residents remain active members of the local community.
Resident June Bennett (pictured), said: “I love it here. I’m happy and I’m never lonely. The carers are very good. I hope being here means I can keep my independence.”
Housing Hartlepool, part of the Thirteen Group, has developed Winford House in partnership with Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council and the Homes and Communities Agency.
To discuss the purchase of an apartment (shared ownership or outright) call Thirteen on 0300 111 1000 or visit www.thirteengroup.co.uk
Independent living scheme is a winner
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BY–ELECTION RESULTSThe by–election for the Parkield & Oxbridge Ward, which took place on January 28, was won by Allan Mitchell representing the Labour Party with 598 votes.
The turnout for the by election was 21.95 per cent. Allan, known as Al, is 49, has lived in the Borough for 25 years and is a civil servant.
Up to June 2016 www.stockton.gov.uk/councillors
BILLINGHAM CENTRAL 6:30PM – 7:30PM
13 April 2016 Billingham Youth & Community Centre, The Causeway11 May 2016 Billingham Youth & Community Centre, The Causeway
COUNCILLOR ANN McCOYTel: 01642 535604Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR BARRY WOODHOUSETel: 01642 371638Email: [email protected]
BILLINGHAM EAST
29 April 2016 New Life Family Centre, Low Grange Avenue, 5:00pm – 5:40pmHereford Centre, Hereford Terrace, 5:45pm – 6:30pm27 May 2016 New Life Family Centre, Low Grange Avenue, 5:00pm – 5:40pmHereford Centre, Hereford Terrace, 5:45pm – 6:30pm
COUNCILLOR MICK STOKERTel: 01642 371641 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILOR EVALINE CUNNINGHAMTel: 01642 532090Email: [email protected]
BILLINGHAM NORTH 6:30PM – 7:30PM
7 April 2016 High Grange Community Centre, Casson Way 12 May 2016 North Billingham Methodist Church, Marsh House Avenue2 June 2016 High Grange Community Centre, Casson Way
COUNCILLOR CHRIS BARLOWTel: 01642 561289Email: [email protected]: 0771 772 7685
COUNCILLOR STEPHEN PARRYTel: 0771 772 7692 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR LAURIANE POVEYTel: 0773 330 7866Email: [email protected]
BILLINGHAM SOUTH 6:00PM – 7:00PM
14 April 2016 Old Billingham Business Centre, Chapel Road12 May 2016 Old Billingham Business Centre, Chapel Road
COUNCILLOR JEAN O’DONNELL Tel: 01642 559717 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR MICHAEL SMITH Tel: 01642 371782Email: [email protected]
BILLINGHAM WEST 6:00PM – 7:00PM
29 April 2016 Wolviston Court Community Centre27 May 2016 Wolviston Court Community Centre
COUNCILLOR HELEN ATKINSONTel: 0782 690 3135 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR CHRIS CLOUGHTel: 0793 264 2793Email: [email protected]
BISHOPSGARTH & ELM TREE (STOCKTON)
10 May 2016 Elm Tree Community Centre 6:00pm - 7:00pm19 May 2016 Mitre Public House 6:00pm - 7:00pm
COUNCILLOR JULIA CHERRETTTel: 01642 785473Email: [email protected]
BISHOPSGARTH & ELM TREE (STOCKTON)
4 April 2016 Elm Tree Community Centre, Elm Tree Avenue, 6:00pm – 7:00pm30 April 2016 Rosedale Care Home, 122 Marske Lane, 11:00am – 12:00 noon9 May 2016 Elm Tree Community Centre, Elm Tree Avenue, 6:00pm – 7:00pm28 May 2016 Rosedale Care Home, 122 Marske Lane, 11:00am – 12:00 noon6 June 2016 Elm Tree Community Centre, Elm Tree Avenue, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
COUNCILLOR LISA GRAINGETel: 01642 588414Email: [email protected]: 0791 758 7617
EAGLESCLIFFE
7 April 2016 Egglescliffe Library, Butterield Drive 5:30 – 6:30pm11 April 2016 Trinity Methodist Church, Witham Avenue 5:30 - 6:30pm9 May 2016 Trinity Methodist Church, Witham Avenue 5:30 - 6:30pm2 June 2016 Egglescliffe Parish Hall, Butts Lane 5:45 - 6:45pm
COUNCILLOR PHIL DENNISTel: 01642 790916Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR STEFAN HOUGHTONTel: 0776 636 1716Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR LAURA TUNNEYTel: 0792 075 0692 Email: [email protected]
FAIRFIELD 6:00pm – 6:30pm
11 April 2016 Fairield Centre for Young People, Limbrick Avenue (formerly Fairield Boys Club)9 May 2016 Fairield Centre for Young People, Limbrick Avenue (formerly Fairield Boys Club)
COUNCILLOR MAURICE PERRYTel: 01642 586914 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR BILL WOODHEADTel: 01642 584409Email: [email protected]
GRANGEFIELD WARD
7 April 2016 Grays Road Institute, 6:00pm – 7:00pm11 April 2016 Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 6:00pm – 7:00pm18 April 2016 Fairield Library, 12:00 noon – 1:00pm9 May 2016 Hartburn Scout Group Hut, 6:00pm – 7:00pm16 May 2016 Fairield Library, 12:00 noon – 1:00pm2 June 2016 Grays Road Institute, 6:00pm – 7:00pm
COUNCILLOR CAROL CLARKTel: 01642 675688Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR MICHAEL CLARKTel: 01642 675688Email: [email protected]
HARDWICK & SALTERS LANE WARD
15 April 2016 Salters Lane Community Centre, 6:00pm – 7:00pm16 April 2016 Hope House, 13-15 Whessoe Road, 11:00am – 12:00 noon13 May 2016 Salters Lane Community Centre, 6:00pm – 7:00pm14 May 2016 Hope House, 13-15 Whessoe Road, 11:00am – 12:00 noon
COUNCILLOR NIGEL COOKETel: 01642 589442Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR NORMA STEPHENSON OBETel: 01642 675891Email: [email protected]
HARTBURN 6:45PM – 7:45PM
4 April 2016 Elmwood Community Centre9 May 2016 Elmwood Community Centre6 June 2016 Elmwood Community Centre
COUNCILLOR LYNN HALLTel: 0782 558 2527 Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR MATTHEW VICKERSTel: 0782 558 2514Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
INGLEBY BARWICK EAST 6:00PM – 7:00PM (Joint surgery with Ingleby Barwick West)
13 April 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary School4 May 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary School1 June 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary SchoolResidents of Maltby & Hilton are welcome at Ingleby Barwick Ward Surgeries but if unable to attend, can request a meeting with Councillors Corr and Faulks by appointment before Parish Council meetings.
COUNCILLOR GILLIAN CORRTel: 01642 764056Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR KEVIN FAULKSTel: 01642 764874Email: [email protected]
INGLEBY BARWICK EAST
8 April 2016 Ingleby Barwick Community Hall, Haresield Way, 5:00pm – 6:00pm12 May 2016 Hilton Village Hall, Main Street, 6:30pm – 7:30pm
COUNCILLOR SALLY ANN WATSONTel: 01642 761543Email: [email protected]: 0779 501 2445
INGLEBY BARWICK WEST 6:00PM – 7:00PM (Joint surgery with Ingleby Barwick East)
13 April 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary School4 May 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary School1 June 2016 All Saints C of E Secondary School
COUNCILLOR KEN DIXONTel: 01642 764650Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR DAVID HARRINGTONTel: 01642 764652Email: [email protected]: david.harrington01642
COUNCILLOR ROSS PATTERSONTel: 01642 764865Email: [email protected]
MANDALE & VICTORIA
12 April 2016 Robert Atkinson Centre, 6:30pm – 7:30pm14 April 2016 Riverbank Centre 10:00am – 11:00am10 May 2016 Robert Atkinson Centre, 6:30pm – 7:30pm12 May 2016 Riverbank Centre 10:00am – 11:00am
COUNCILLOR SONIA BAILEY Tel: 01642 767942Email: [email protected]: 0755 754 0159
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COUNCILLOR TRACEY STOTT Tel: 01642 674471Mobile: 07528 014 605Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR PAUL ROWLINGTel: 0755 754 0158Email: [email protected]
NEWTOWN 6:00PM – 7:00PM
8 April 2016 Newtown Community Resource Centre, Durham Road22 April 2016 Ragworth Neighbourhood Centre, St Johns Way6 May 2016 Newtown Community Resource Centre, Durham Road20 May 2016 Ragworth Neighbourhood Centre, St Johns Way3 June 2016 Newtown Community Resource Centre, Durham Road
COUNCILLOR PAUL BAKERTel: 01642 608406Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR RACHAEL PROUDTel: 01642 557624Email: [email protected]: 0792 075 0678
NORTHERN PARISHES 6:30PM – 7:00PM
14 April 2016 Grindon Parish Hall, Thorpe Thewles5 May 2016 Wolviston Village Hall
COUNCILLOR JOHN GARDNERTel: 01740 645357Email: [email protected]
NORTON NORTH 6:00PM - 7:00PM
13 April 2016 Norton North Community & Resource Centre11 May 2016 Norton Library
COUNCILLOR STEVE NELSONTel: 01642 534417Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR KATHRYN NELSONTel: 01642 534417Email: [email protected]
NORTON SOUTH 5:00PM – 6:00PM
12 April 2016 Dance Academy, Edgar Street26 April 2016 Albany Resource Centre10 May 2016 Assembly Hall, St John Ambulance Place24 May 2016 Dance Academy, Edgar Street
COUNCILLOR BOB COOKTEL: 01642 890058Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR EILEEN JOHNSONTEL: 01642 673952Email: [email protected]
NORTON WEST
4 April 2016 Glebe Community Centre, Hanover Parade, 10:00am – 11:30am5 April 2016 St Mary’s (Forge) Meeting Room, Norton Green, 5:00pm – 6:00pmNorton Cricket Club, 6:15pm – 7:00pm9 May 2016 Glebe Community Centre, Hanover Parade 10:00am – 11:30am10 May 2016 St Mary’s (Forge) Meeting Room, Norton Green, 5:00pm – 6:00pmNorton Cricket Club, 6:15pm – 7:00pm6 June 2016 Glebe Community Centre, Hanover Parade 10:00am – 11:30am
COUNCILLOR DAVID WILBURN Tel: 01642 532517Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR NORMA WILBURNTel: 01642 532517Email: [email protected]
PARKFIELD & OXBRIDGE 6:00PM – 7:00PM
7 April 2016 Lighthouse Centre, 34 Yarm Road21 April 2016 Oxbridge Christian Fellowship, Norfolk Street12 May 2016 Lighthouse Centre, 34 Yarm Road19 May 2016 Oxbridge Christian Fellowship, Norfolk Street2 June 2016 Lighthouse Centre, 34 Yarm Road
COUNCILLOR MOHAMMED JAVEDTel: 01642 602420Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR ALLAN MITCHELL Email: [email protected]
ROSEWORTH 5:30PM – 6:30PM
11 April 2016 Redhill Children’s Centre, Redhill Road9 May 2016 Kiora Hall, Ragpath Lane
COUNCILLOR JIM BEALLTel: 01642 871759Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR MISS BARBARA INMANTel: 01642 586564Email: [email protected]
STAINSBY HILL 5:00PM – 6:00PM
18 April 2016 South Thornaby Community & Resource Centre9 May 2016 South Thornaby Community & Resource Centre
COUNCILLOR DERRICK BROWNTel: 01642 751028Email: [email protected]
STAINSBY HILL
16 April 2016 Thornaby Pavilion 11:00am - 12:00 noon12 May 2016 Eltham Crescent Communuity Centre 6:00pm – 7:00pm
COUNCILLOR SYLVIA WALMSLEYTel: 01642 604176Email: [email protected]: 0782 558 2518
STOCKTON TOWN CENTRE 6:00PM
5 April 2016 The Willows Centre, Northport Road19 April 2016 Ewbank Community Centre, Ewbank Drive3 May 2016 The Willows Centre, Northport Road17 May 2016 Ewbank Community Centre, Ewbank Drive
COUNCILLOR DI HEWITT Tel: 0782 452 9681Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR PAUL KIRTONTel: 01642 559331Email: [email protected]
VILLAGE 5:00PM – 6:00PM
11 April 2016 The Grifin Pub, Bader Avenue9 May 2016 The Grifin Pub, Bader Avenue
COUNCILLOR IAN DALGARNOTel: 01642 882985Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR MICK MOORETel: 01642 764381Email: [email protected]
WESTERN PARISHES 7:00PM – 8:00PM
1 April 2016 The Wilson Centre, Darlington Road, Long Newton6 May 2016 The Chapel School Room, Carlton3 June 2016 Stillington Community Centre, Lowson Street, Stillington
COUNCILLOR ANDREW STEPHENSONTel: 0778 529 3416Email: [email protected] or [email protected]
YARM 6:00PM – 7:00PM
19 April 2016 Kirklevington Primary School9 May 2016 Challoner House 17 May 2016 Kirklevington Primary School
COUNCILLOR ELSI HAMPTONTel: 01642 783836 Email: [email protected]: 0782 558 2517
COUNCILLOR BEN HOUCHENTel: 01642 786639Email: [email protected]
COUNCILLOR JULIA WHITEHILL Tel: 01642 788187Email: [email protected]: 0788 183 1339
WHAT’S ON
WHAT’S ONA look at what’s going on across Stockton on Tees from April to May 2016.
This is just a taster so for more information about these events and for a full list go to www.stockton.gov.uk/events
The events listed are subject to change. We reserve the right to alter or cancel any event.
Animals about townDate Saturday 2 - Sunday 3 AprilTime 10am – 3.30pmLocation Preston Park MuseumSpring in to the park this Easter and meet our visiting farm yard friends Marble, Humbug and Fudge the goat, Lamb and Dave the sheep runner ducks, plus hens, geese, rabbits and a family of guinea pigs. They love cuddles!
Normal museum admission applies - Adult £2.50, Child £1.50, Family £5.00
For more information visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk
Spring Craft Session – April ShowersDate Tuesday 5 AprilTime 10am-11amLocation Norton LibraryWhether the weather is ine - or whether the weather is not. Come and join in our free family fun ‘April Showers’ craft activity.
Suitable for ages 4-11. All Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Booking is essential as limited spaces are available. Call 01642 528019 to book.
Easter Eggstravaganza! (Craft Session/Treasure Hunt)
Date Tuesday 5 AprilTime 2pm-3pmLocation Billingham Library An Easter themed craft session for 4-11 year olds. Make an Easter basket and collect as many eggs you can ind that are hidden in the library. The winner will receive a fabulous prize! Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Call 01642 528084
Thornaby archive footage screening Date Wednesday 6 AprilTime 5.30pm – 7.30pmLocation Preston Park MuseumA special screening of archive footage created by John Leslie Watson, Borough Surveyor and Engineer in the 1950s and 1960s. The footage features landmark moments such as the development of the town centre and the area prior to demolition.
There will also be a chance to see objects and archive from the museum collection, which relate to the town of Thornaby. £2.50 (refreshments included). For more information visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk
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Wildlife Masks Date Thursday 7 AprilTime 2.30pm-3.30pmLocation Thornaby Central LibraryRoar with laughter, screech with joy as you make your own wildlife animal mask to take home and play with afterwards. Suitable for all ages. All children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Places are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. Call: 01642 528019
Oh no! It’s a GRUFFALO!Date Thursday 7 AprilTime 3pm-4pmLocation Egglescliffe LibraryThe Gruffalo is making his way to Egglescliffe Library through the deep dark wood just in time to make some great crafts based on him and his friends! Help us bring some of Julia Donaldson’s best picture books to life – ranging from Room on the Broom to Stickman!
Suitable for children between 4-8yr olds. Under 10s must be accompanied by an adult.
This event is free but donations for craft activities are welcome. Booking available from 24 March. Telephone 01642 527958 or email [email protected]
Chic VintiqueDate Saturday 9 AprilTime 10am – 4pmLocation Stockton High StreetVintage and retro clothes, jewellery, collectables, quality gifts and all things gorgeous are the name of the game at our Chic Vintique Market. Whether it’s a gift or a treat for yourself you’ll love the range of beautiful clothing and collectables at this popular market. There is also a vintage tea room with baked treats and live music to keep you entertained throughout the day.
Players from Royal Northern SinfoniaDate Thursday 14 AprilTime 7pm (doors open at 6.15pm)Location Preston Park MuseumPreston Park Museum has teamed up with Middlesbrough Town Hall to bring you a second incredible performance by the Royal Northern Sinfonia in 2016 as part of Middlesbrough Town Hall’s classical season, thanks to funding from Arts Council England.
On Thursday 14 April, 7pm players from Royal Northern Sinfonia will be performing works by Ligeti (Six Bagatelles), Francaix (Quintet No. 1), Klughardt (Wind Quintet), and Janacek (Mladi).
Adult – £12, Concession – £11, Students – £6
For more information visit www.prestonparkmuseum.co.uk
Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th Birthday BeaconsDate Thursday 21 AprilTime 7pm-8:30pm Location Stockton High Street Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council is honoured to be taking part in the traditional Beacon Lighting Ceremony to commemorate Her Majesty The Queen’s 90th Birthday. The Beacon project will see communities throughout the Borough, coming together to celebrate this special occasion. Families, residents and community groups are invited to Stockton’s very own ceremony, which will take place on the High Street with plenty of entertainment, local choir participation and a short irework inale…not forgetting the spectacular lighting of Stockton’s very own Beacon!
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Stockton Duathlon FestivalDate Sunday 24 AprilTime From 9amLocation Stockton Town Centre and RiversideBe inspired. Be part of the action – One of the UK’s biggest and best Duathlons returns! Run-Cycle-Run with three races suitable for elite athletes and absolute beginners. This year the standard distance will also play host to the Triathlon England National Duathlon Championships (all abilities are still welcome to take part in the event – all participants will need to be members of Triathlon England to be eligible for the National Championships).
To book your place or for more information visit www.stockton.gov.uk/duathlon
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The Garden Show at Preston ParkDate Saturday 30 April-Monday 2 MayTime 10am-5pm daily Location Preston Park Museum & GroundsJoin us for a great gardening themed family day out, with something for everyone. The Gardening Show features Food/Craft Hall, Trade Stalls, Reptile/Wildlife House, Daily Folk Band Music, Small Funfair and Bouncy Castle and a Fully Licensed Bar.
Budding Gardeners can enjoy the Gardeners Question Time Talks, and Demos from the North East National Vegetable Society.
Adult £4.50 , Concessions £4.00 (Senior Citizens / Disabled), Children 3 years old and over £1.50
*Children are FREE all day Saturday and up to 12 noon Sunday.
For more information visit www.garden-festivals.com
Free Comic Book DayDate Saturday 7 MayTime 10am-4pm Location Billingham Library, Fairield Library, Ingleby
Barwick Library, Norton Library, Stockton Central Library, Thornaby Central Library.
Celebrate and discover the amazing world of comic books on Free Comic Book Day!
Free comic books available at your local library while stocks last!
Comics suitable for children and young people of all ages. All Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tees RegattaDate Saturday 21 May Time 9am - 6:30pm Location Tees Barrage, Stockton Riverside
Come and watch this great spectacle along the River Tees. Tees Rowing Club organise this fantastic event with entries from North East and national clubs. For further details visit www.teesrowingclub.co.uk
Fire Engine and Vintage Vehicle ShowDate Saturday 21 - Sunday 22 MayTime 11am - 5pm Location Preston Park Museum & GroundsA fun illed day out for all the family in the beautiful grounds Preston Park. The exhibit covers a range of nearly 400 vehicles of all types - including the largest display of Fire Appliances in the North of England.
There’s also daily entertainment with appearances by monster trucks and the Kangaroo Kid quad bike stunt team.
Adults £5, under 16s and pensioners £2.50, 5 year olds and under are free. Family ticket £12. (Family tickets can be used for 2 adults + 2 children or 1 adult + 3 children).
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There’s lots more going on at your local arts and entertainment venues – simply visit their websites or call:
ARC visit www.arconline.co.uk tel 01642 525199
Billingham Forum visit www.forumtheatrebillingham.co.uk tel 01642 552663
Georgian Theatre visit www.georgiantheatre.co.uk tel 01642 674115
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