Wheels for All – Wentworth
I called in with my colleague Trevor Cessford to see Wheels for All at the Wentworth Leisure Centre on Friday just ahead of their first drop in session on Friday. We met some of the volunteers who will be giving their time to run the sessions. It’s a great initiative that’s being supported by Northumberland […]
Work Starts on Corbridge to Hexham route
Work is underway on the new Corbridge to Hexham route. There will obviously be some minor disruption whilst it is built – offset by the long term benefits.
Corbridge Skatepark Update – Nov 24
A couple of people have asked me recently (and the council have received an FOI request) what is happening with the skatepark and why it has been closed for so long? In December 2020 the Parish Council received notice using their powers under the Water Industry Act 1991 from Northumbrian Water that they needed to […]
Cycle Path Progress Update
Good to see this project progressing. The Council officers implementing the scheme gave an update to the NCC cabinet yesterday. You can read the report here. Important to note that this is being funded with a grant from central government agreed in 2023 and that the money is not coming out of the Council’s highways […]
The Greenest Cricket Club in England
Corbridge Cricket Club – recognised as the Greenest Club in England by the Cricketer magazine and supporting the Common Grounds Initiative. Read the full article in the Courant here.
Sport Tynedale Website
I have been Northumberland County Council‘s representative on the committee of Sport Tynedale for a couple of years now. I have led the project to develop a new website for Sport Tynedale and it’s great to see it live. Sport Tynedale exists to encourage participation in sport in the west of the county and to […]
Tynedale RFC Oktoberfest
Details of what looks like it will be a great night at the Rugby Club⤵️ Saturday 30th September, 7-11pm Tickets: £20 (+fees) – includes German Meal and 1st pint of German Beer (or optional 187ml wine) Tickets are limited and must be purchased in advance. Over 18’s only
Tyne Valley Cycling Super Highway
Yesterday I joined a group of people keen on improving the Tyne Valley cycling and walking infrastructure to show Jamie Driscoll, North of Tyne Mayor the potential for a upgraded cycling route. We met in Wylam and and had a great ride along the valley today to Hexham via Corbridge. Thanks to everybody involved – […]
New Gate Installed
New gate makes access to popular Corbridge walk easier.
Happy New Year
Happy New Year for 2022