Princess Diana’s lab coat to be auctioned in Newcastle
Diana wore the garment on December 9, 1992, while visiting the Interconnections Systems (Plessey) factory in South Shields. It was the day British Prime Minister John Major announced her separation from the now King Charles III.The lab coat worn by Princess Diana (Image: Anderson & Garland) The coat, manufactured by Alexandra, is embroidered with “HRH…
Cockerton Fisheries named Northern Echoβs Best Chippy 2025
Owner Samantha Todd said since claiming the top spot last year, her already thriving business got even busier, but that times have also been tough due to increased fish prices. She said: βWeβre all absolutely delighted to win again! It is such a nice surprise. βTimes are tough in the fish and chip industry. Fish…
County Durham’s highest-rated ice cream parlour is best ever
Gelato Tutti, situated atΒ Market Place, Barnard Castle (DL12 8NF), currently has a 4.8/5-star rating from 52 reviews on Google. Customers have praised the Italian gelato parlour for offering βthe bestβ ice cream theyβve ever had, and it is also said to be someoneβs βfavouriteβ in the UK. This finding is based on the popular sweet…
Rugby live updates: All Blacks v France
All Blacks fullback Will Jordan is tackled against France. Photo: Marty Melville/www.photosport.nz Scott Robertson’s All Blacks face a severely understrength French team in their first 2025 outing, so there should be plenty of points under the roof in Dunedin. Kickoff is at 7.05pm. Follow all the action with RNZ’s live blog: Team lists All Blacks:…
Eating Out at Madhatter Tearoom & Kitchen, Barnard Castle
Of course the challenge is not in finding new and interesting places to write about β our region is blessed with a huge array of fine cafes, restaurants and pubs. It is in enjoying lavish lunches and tasty teas without the waistline expanding along with the wordcount. It’s not always possible, especially in the depths…