Lighting the Thornton Steward Jubilee Beacon

Added on 04 June 2012

The Diamond Jubilee celebrations were rounded off wonderfully with a gathering of friends and neighbours on the evening of Monday 4th June. It was chilly, but our thoughtful hosts had organised a blazing brazier to keep us warm while we waited for the beacon to be lit, along with yet more fabulous f...

The Big Jubilee Lunch, Thornton Steward Institute

Added on 03 June 2012

What a fabulous party to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee! The Institute was packed, the tables laden with delicious food and a good time was had by all. Live music, plenty of wine and Theakstons beer, the royal flotilla screened on a large TV and a tombola all added to the party atmosphere. Se...

Any knowledge of German / Polish residents of Thornton Steward in the 16th Century?

Added on 22 April 2012

We have had an interesting request through this website from Julie Brutnell, who writes: Hi everyone I was trawling through the parish records of Thornton Steward and came across something quite interesting. It seems that from about 1540 - 90 there were what appear to be German / Polish names, such...

Coast to Coast cycle ride raises nearly £600 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance

Added on 17 April 2012

Linda Brown and her son, Daniel, completed their 4 day 136-mile journey from Whitehaven to Sunderland in April. The story behind the trip can be read here and Linda's message to all of her generous sponsors follows below: A big thank you to all those who supported me on the Coast to Coast cycle...

Fashion Show raises over £1000 for St Teresa's Hospice!

Added on 30 March 2012

The first ever Thornton Steward Charity Fashion Show, was held at the Institute on Friday 30th March and it was a great success, raising over £1,000 for St Teresa's Hospice in Darlington. The Institute was packed and the tables laden with wonderful food, wine and raffle prizes, all genero...