Out & About Magazine (North East) February 2016 Edition 2

Your local interest & advertising magazine | February 2016 | Edition 2

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Years gone by - page 14

Spotlight on local acoustic singer Meghan - page 16

How did Crook get it’s name?

See page 11 to find out more

Local Northern League football fixtures - page 20

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Achieving together Cornerstone is an independent registered charity, dedicated to tackling the root causes of homelessness. They provide emergency housing and support daily to individuals in Willington, the Durham Area and Hartlepool.

Cornerstone run three joinery workshops in total, two for homeless adults and one for children who are not attending school. This is where all of the solid hardwearing furniture that they sell is made. Find out about what Cornerstone are doing by visiting their website at www.cornerstone-housing.org

Cornerstone Supported Housing & Counselling Head Office: 86 High Street Willington, Co. Durham, DL15 0PE

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07785 374 444 Stephanie Cooper Fully qualified Beauty & Holistic Therapist & Nail Technician Luxury beauty rooms situated above Q-tan Tanning Studio in Crook Market Place

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The Toponymy of Crook Story by Aaron Cowen

Toponymy is the study of place names and many suggestions have been given over the years as to the origins of Crook. Some say it was named after a person. Certainly a Walter Croc owned land in nearby Wolsingham.

Also a Petri del Croke is mentioned often in the 14th century, although his name translates as Peter of the Croke and therefore lived in a place by that name, rather than the place being named after him. Petri most likely belonged to Crook Hall in Durham. Others say it comes from the shape of a Bishops Crozier with links to the Bishops of Durham.

The word “Crook” comes from Old Norse ‘krókr’ or Saxon ‘Cruc’ meaning crooked. The general consensus is that the word derives from a geographical feature rather than a personal name.

There are of course other such places in England named Crook. Cumbria and Devon, provide us with the best known. Crook in Devon lies on a series of bends along the River Devon. Crook, Cumbria, again lies on a sharp bend, in a nearby stream.

Our Crook was first mentioned in a Will of Sir Ralph Neville, 1st Earl of Westmoreland in 1425. At that time the area was part of the Forest of Brancepeth with Raby and Brancepeth Castle being part of the Neville’s estate. The Will states “Cruyk and one watermill there”.

An 1839 Tithe Map reveals the location of the Water Mill which was in fact a Corn Mill with a Mill Race and a Mill Pond. The beck does not provide enough power to turn a water wheel and so the water was diverted from the beck along a Mill Race and to an area which was dammed to provide the Mill Pond. Water was then fed to the Water Wheel and back into the beck.

The remains of the Mill Race can still be seen adjacent to the Allotments at the top of Arthur Street and strangely enough, was diverted from the beck on a very sharp bend. Could this be the bend in the river? I believe so and certainly the bend is a prominent enough feature when you look at it close up.

In 1498 Ralph Neville 3rd Earl of Westmoreland died and again left a Will in which it states “A tenement called Croke (a watermill in Brancepeth)”. So it would appear that Crook began as a Water Mill.

Aaron is 34 years old, works as an Architectural Technologist and is a keen amatuer historian, he is also Chairman of the Empire Electric Palace group.

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The Station’s return In today’s climate it’s become the norm for local pubs to close down and never serve another pint of ale. So in November of last year, it was a pleasant surprise to see The Station on Tow Law High Street reopen after serving it’s last pint in 2009.

No strangers to the pub trade, Aaron & Shaun Hicks-Henry completely revamped the Station all within a 4 week period since taking it on in November 2015.

Over the years they’ve ran the Earl Derby in Stanley Crook, The Burn in Willington and The Coach and Horses at Crook.

Walk into the Station and you are immediately made to feel at home, cosy seating areas, contemporary decor and a log burner burns away in the corner as the smell of home cooking fills the air. The kitchen serves up a range of home cooked dishes plus traditional Sunday lunches every Sunday 12pm - 3pm.

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Years gone by...

We want your old pictures!!

Send us your old photos of places & people from years gone by and we will publish them.

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Station staff pose for a photograph at Tow Law station.

Harperley train wreck, 5th July 1901.

Willington Villa A.F.C. team photo taken in 1917.

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Stanley Cricket Club team photo, taken sometime in the mid 1950s.

These photographs show John Crawford of Roddymoor starting and finishing his last shift at White Lea pit on the day it closed for good in 1963.

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Welcome to The Quarry Burn, Hunwick Our restaurant opened its doors in September 2003. After an extensive refurbishment and extension in 2007 which created 75 covers over two dining areas, we are now pleased to unveil in 2015, 4 luxurious guest rooms where our aim is to provide a comfortable, welcoming place for you to enjoy with the addition of a delicious homemade breakfast.

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Wedding Fayre Sunday 31st January 11am till 3pm at Helme Park Hall on the A68 between Tow Law & Fir Tree

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Come & meet lots of fantastic local wedding suppliers for all of your wedding needs in the beautiful surroundings of the wonderful Helme Park Hall Hotel. Set in the picturesque hills of Weardale, Helme Park Hall Hotel provides the perfect setting for your wedding ceremony & reception.

Win a fantastic Sunday Lunch for 2 people at Helme Park Hall.

TOW LAW LUNCH CLUB Coffee Morning Wednesday 24th February at St. Philip & St. James Church Hall from 10am until 12pm

“Help make a Difference” was set up in November 2015 by Willington man Shane Dent in order to try and raise money to help others that are in need.

To find out what Shane is trying to achieve visit www.helpmakeadifference.co.uk or make a donation at www.gofundme.com/charityhmad

Please call in, have a cuppa and a chat and find out more about Tow Law’s new lunch club. We have a raffle and tombola plus plenty of tea and biscuits.

Transport can be arranged by prior contact with Emma 07867 697 612, Michelle 07999 006 125 or Erica 07825 663 325

If you are looking for someone to talk to, if you’re feeling down or alone don’t hesitate to get in touch with Shane, who is available for confidential chats at shane@helpmakeadifference.co.uk

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Spotlight on acoustic singer Meghan Nicholson This month we point the spotlight on local musician Meghan Nicholson. Meghan is 19 years old, from Crook and currently lives in Scotland while studying Psychology at the University of St. Andrews.

How long have you been into music?

I have been into music for as long as I can remember, and I have always loved singing.

Learning to play the guitar when I was 13 was a big step forward because it meant that I was able to accompany my singing and play without restrictive backing tracks.

more laid back and softer acoustic style.

For a taste of what I do, please check out my YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/ officialmeghan.

My first ever instrument was the violin, which gave me a basic understanding of music when I was younger, and I am now taking beginner’s piano lessons at University, which I love.

Who are your musical influences and what is your favourite song to preform?

I have a wide range of musical influences, which is essential in order to be a rounded musician. For my live acoustic covers, I look to artists such as Ed Sheeran, and covers artist Boyce Avenue for inspiration. I love Ed’s ‘stripped back’ sound and Boyce Avenue’s ability to put their own twist on any song you could possibly think of.

My favourite song to perform is the Guns and Roses’ classic, “Sweet Child of Mine”, as it sounds incredibly beautiful when played acoustically, and it always gets a fantastic response at gigs.

How would you describe your style for those that haven’t heard you?

My style is versatile, and as a covers artist, I like to adapt popular songs to fit a much 18

What has been your favourite venue to play and why?

As I now live in Scotland while doing my degree, I love coming back to my hometown of Crook to play in the pubs and clubs here, as I am continuously overwhelmed by the amount of people that come to support me.

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Where do you see yourself musically in the next 5 years?

I hope to never stop playing live music, and I intend to continue singing alongside my studies in psychology.

And last of all why should people come and see you?

My set consists of some fantastic rock and pop classics, so there is something for everyone. I enjoy changing these songs to make them my own, and I adapt them to an acoustic style. Plus, it is important to support all live music, especially in County Durham!

To book Meghan for gigs or special occasions, please contact Eileen Graham on 07981 262 037.

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Local Football Fixtures Tow Law Town AFC The Addison Chartered Surveyors Stadium, Ironworks Road, Tow Law, County Durham, DL13 4EQ Tel: 01388 731 433 Saturday 23rd January 2016 (A) Northallerton Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 13th February 2016 (H) Hebburn Town Northern League Division 2

Tuesday 8th March 2016 (H) Easington Colliery Northern League Division 2

Saturday 30th January 2016 (A) Heaton Stannington Northern League Division 2

Saturday 27th February 2016 (H) Brandon United Northern League Division 2

Saturday 12th March 2016 (H) Chester-Le-Street Northern League Division 2

Saturday 6th February 2016 (H) Alnwick Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 5th March 2016 (A) Team Northumbria Northern League Division 2

Saturday 19th March 2016 (A) Ryton & Crawcrook Albion Northern League Division 2

Crook Town AFC The Sir Tom Cowie Millfield Ground, West Road, Crook, County Durham, DL15 9PW Tel: 01388 762 959 Saturday 30th January 2016 (A) Birtley Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 20th February 2016 (A) Ryhope CW Northern League Division 2

Wednesday 2nd March 2016 (H) Darlington RA Northern League Division 2

Saturday 6th February 2016 (A) Billingham Town Northern League Division 2

Wednesday 24th March 2016 (H) Ryton & Crawcrook Albion Northern League Division 2

Saturday 5th March 2016 (A) Stokesley Sports Club Northern League Division 2

Saturday 13th February 2016 (H) Willington Northern League Division 2

Saturday 27th February 2016 (H) Hebburn Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 12th March 2016 (H) Brandon United Northern League Division 2

Willington AFC Hall Lane, Willington, County Durham, DL15 0QG Tel: 01388 745 912

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Saturday 23rd January 2016 (H) Easington Colliery Northern League Division 2

Saturday 20th February 2016 (H) Billingham Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 12th March 2016 (H) Billingham Synthonia Northern League Division 2

Saturday 6th February 2016 (A) Esh Winning Northern League Division 2

Saturday 27th February 2016 (H) Heaton Stannington Northern League Division 2

Saturday 19th March 2016 (A) Whickham Northern League Division 2

Saturday 13th February 2016 (A) Crook Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 5th March 2016 (A) Alnwick Town Northern League Division 2

Saturday 26th March 2016 (H) Northallerton Town Northern League Division 2

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Coming soon in the March edition, we will have 2 tickets for Crookfest 2016 up for grabs.

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Hardy’s Funeral Service Hardy’s Funeral Service named regional Funeral Planner of the Year Crook 01388 765 069 • Willington 01388 747 747 • Durham 0191 377 8065

County Durham funeral director Hardy’s Funeral Service has been named the best small-sized funeral planner in the North England area at 2015’s Funeral Planner of the Year awards.

The win came during a competitive year. Run by market leading funeral plan provider Golden Charter, the awards are the biggest gathering of independent funeral directors in the UK, with this year’s event the largest ever held.

The funeral director’s Chris Hardy said: “Golden Charter have given our company an ongoing future and market share with funeral plans.”

Sensitive and Professional Funeral Arrangements Hardy’s Funeral Service offer you a friendly, supportive and professional service. You can be sure the funeral will be very personal and a real tribute to your loved one’s life.

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Personal Service Your personal funeral director will guide you through the choice of arrangements and we do everything necessary to ensure the funeral runs smoothly. We work closely with everyone involved in making the funeral happen, managing all the small details, to save you the worry. We’ll help you fill out all necessary paperwork and support you throughout the process.

Plan for your funeral There comes a stage in all our lives when it’s natural to think about when we won’t be here. We wonder about loved ones and what to leave them. There are some things, however, that we wouldn’t wish to leave them. These include the burden of high funeral costs and the worry of deciding on the funeral arrangements.

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