Alan Edgar (Eggy1948)

East Bedlington Parish Council Top contributor ·4h · It’s time to shine a light on the people who make our community great! East Bedlington Parish Council is pleased to announce the return of the Civic Awards 2026, and we need your help to find our local heroes. Do you know someone who goes above and beyond? Whether it’s a helpful neighbour or a dedicated volunteer, now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve. The Award Categories Not sure which category fits? Here is a breakdown of what we are looking for: Colin Parker Good Neighbour Award: For that special individual who is always there with a helping hand, looks out for those on their street, and makes their neighbourhood a friendlier place. Brian Richmond Sporting Achievement: Celebrating local athletes, team players or coaches who have shown incredible dedication, talent, or sportsmanship over the past year. Apprentice of the Year: Recognising a hardworking individual who is making outstanding progress in their vocational training and showing great promise in their career. Volunteer of the Year: For an individual who selflessly gives up their time and energy to support local causes or help others without asking for anything in return. Volunteer Group of the Year: Celebrating a team or organisation that works together to make a positive impact on the East Bedlington community. Important Dates Nomination Deadline: Friday, 17th July 2026 Awards Ceremony: Saturday, 1st August (3pm – 6pm) All nominees and their nominators will be invited to attend this special celebration! How to Nominate Ready to nominate your hero? You can get in touch with the Parish Council via the following methods: In Person: Visit the office at 16-17 Station Street, Bedlington. Phone: 01670 828808 assistantclerk@eastbedlingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk Let’s celebrate the people who make East Bedlington a fantastic place to live. Get your nominations in today!

East Bedlington Parish Council Mark Your Calendars: Cambois Fair is Back! Get ready for some seaside fun! Cambois Fair is returning this summer. It’s time to dust off those buckets and spades for a day of sun, sand, and smiles. The Details: When: Saturday, 20th June 2026 Time: 11:30am – 3:00pm Where: Next to Charltons Bar, Cambois Sandcastle Competition: Starts at 12:30pm — who will be crowned the winner? Classic Stalls & Games Fun for all ages! Keep an eye on our page over the coming weeks as we reveal more about the event!

East Bedlington Parish Council Sedopntosrica570ufm24a45gm52f130471609tt4c9caha0i04261mgl08t · Is Your Garden the Best in East Bedlington? Calling all green fingers! The 2026 East Bedlington Garden Competition is officially open, and it’s time to let your hard work shine. Whether you have a sprawling lawn, a cozy yard, or just a single, stunning hanging basket, we want to see it! Categories for Everyone: Best Small Garden Best Large Garden Best Individual Planter / Hanging Basket Best Back Yard Special Recognition: This year features the Councillors Choice Award, specifically presented to the Best Allotment! Important Dates: Entries Close: Friday, 3rd July Judging Commences: Monday, 6th July How to Enter: To be eligible, you must live within the East Bedlington Parish Council boundaries. Pick up an entry form from the Parish Office at 16 Station Street, Bedlington, or 01670 828808 (Option 1) assistantclerk@eastbedlingtonparishcouncil.gov.uk Let's make our community bloom this summer! Tag a neighbour who has a beautiful garden and encourage them to enter!

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For anyone not on Facebook this is the initial screen shot from Mal's link :-

61 years, 4 months and 27 days later… Bedlington Station will re-open. This Sunday, the first train will stop at 08:28 Platform 2 on its way to Ashington. It will then turn around and depart for Newcastle stopping at Platform 1 at 8.43am, arriving in the city around half an hour later. Timetables, live times and rail only booking information can be found here: https://www.northernrailway.co.uk/stations/bedlington

@Nicola Riley in your opening comment you mention Fountains Yard. Fountains Yard was asked about on the Facebook group Bygone Bedlington and as i had never of that yard I posted a comment in the Discussion/History Hollow section of this group and @Canny lass identified where it had been. The entry in - Discussion/History Hollow - is titled :- Fountain(s) Yard - Glebe Row/Road/Bank and was posted in 2019. It's under Page 5 of the History Hollow section.

@Appleby - there is another album under the Gallery/Historic Bedlington section - Netherton/Nedderton old photos 2 - and there a number of school photos for Netherton Colliery & Nedderton Village and the name Appleby has been added on a few of the photos. This is a direct link to that album :-

Welcome to the site @Appleby There are a few postings where the rows and families of netherton Colliery get a mention and the best way to view them is by using the - Search - facility at the top right hand of the 'Discussion' screen. If you enter the word Appleby in the box and enter that youu will get a ling to any comment that has used that word. If you wanted to search for a phrase like Clifton Row then add quotation marks either side of the phrase - "Clifton Row" There have been a few members who were raised in netherton Colliery but I think theren is only one member from the area that still regularily visits and helps the members of this site and that is @Canny lass. In the gallery section there are albums on various subjects and there are some on Netherton & Nedderton. When you select the gallery section from the menu at the top of the page you scroll down to the Historic bedlington section, select that then there are 4 pages of albums. When you select an album you can click on any photo/image within the album and you will see any comments that have been made in respect of image. This is a direct link to one of the albums :-