Hi, Nice to be a member of your site. Generations back, my family lived and worked in Bedlington and I'm thinking of moving there. I still have family around there somewhere, but just need to track them down! I was brought up in Hartlepool and haven't lived in the North-East for 23 years (since I left home to join HM-Forces at 16) Civvy now and just got a job at Sage at Great Park. It's good to be back, I missed the accent and the banter. I'm married with a 3 year old girl and looking to settle down in a friendly place with a great community. If anyone can offer any advice it'll be greatly appreciated. Schools are important (she starts in September). Interested in locations too - best place to live, etc. Look forward to your responses and hopefully to meeting you too. Best wishes, Matt Atkinson (Acko)