Hexham Courant

The Hexham Courant is a weekly publication that caters mainly to the Tynedale region in Northumberland. Established in 1864, it currently connects with approximately 45,000 readers each week. The newspaper emphasizes local news and community stories, covering events such as sports. It also features a section for classified ads and a page dedicated to letters from readers. The complete title of the publication is Hexham Courant, which includes the names Alston Herald, Hexham Herald, Haltwhistle Herald, and Haltwhistle Echo, as indicated on the last page of the January 10, 2014 issue.

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Plans for car park extension at Heddon-on-the-Wall golf club

6 days ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Paul McTaggart

PLANS have been put forward for the creation of 15 parking spaces at a driving range in Northumberland. The application for the driving range and cafe at Close House, Heddon-on-the-Wall, was first put forward to Northumberland County Council planners on June 10. The proposal is to support the existing parking provision at the site. It was put forward to planners by Architectural & Surveying on behalf of Close House.
What have your neighbours been up to? Plans lodged in Northumberland this week

6 days ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

Below is a summary of the most recent planning applications validated by Northumberland County Council over the past week: Site Of Former The Bungalow, High Pit Road, Cramlington, Northumberland NE23 6RA. Discharge of Condition 2 relating to details of vehicular access on a previously approved application. Ref. No: 25/02167/DISCON Maple Lodge, Hepscott, Morpeth, Northumberland NE61 6LH.
Northumberland astrophotographer’s work features in 28 Years Later

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The image, captured by Dan Monk at the observatory, features in Danny Boyle’s new horror thriller 28 Years Later, the highly anticipated sequel to 28 Days Later and 28 Weeks Later. Mr Monk was approached by the film’s visual effects team as they sought authentic dark sky imagery for a night-time action sequence set on Holy Island causeway. Mr Monk said: "They initially reached out for advice on night photography.
Three rock tribute bands to perform in Hexham this evening

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

Hexham Rocks 2025 will take place at 7pm tonight, with doors opening at 6.30pm in the Main Theatre. Tickets for the event, which features three tribute bands, are priced from £21. First up is BON/DC, a band that aims to capture the raw excitement of early Bon Scott-fronted AC/DC shows.
Urban Outfitters to open 8,000 sq ft store at Metrocentre:

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The 8,000 sq ft unit will open this summer in the upper Red Mall and will be the retailer’s first UK store launch of 2025. Ben Cox, director at Sovereign Centros from CBRE, asset managers of Metrocentre, said: "Urban Outfitters is a globally recognised brand with a strong connection to young, style-conscious shoppers, and it is only right that we welcome them to our leading tenant mix and signal our commitment to delivering what our visitors want.
Northumberland Wildlife Trust urges gardeners to check for wildlife

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

Northumberland Wildlife Trust has issued the reminder as hot weather prompts increased gardening activity, warning that animals such as hedgehogs can be seriously injured or killed by lawn mowers, strimmers, and other equipment. Jennifer Care, estates officer at Northumberland Wildlife Trust, said: "Overgrown hedges are often nesting sites for birds. "If you need to trim them, please do check carefully first to make sure there are no nests.
Domestic abuse charities 'left in limbo' after Spending Review silence

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Paul McTaggart

Sharon Brown, CEO of NDAS, pictured alongside Micala and Lee Trussler as they met the Queen earlier this year (Image: Supplied) DOMESTIC abuse charities and the mother of murdered schoolgirl have been left disheartened after the latest Spending Review failed to mention ambitions to halve violence against women and girls (VAWG). Last Wednesday (June 11), Chancellor Rachel Reeves unveiled spending plans with big boosts for policing, the NHS, and housing.
Northumberland groups and charities invited to apply for share of £5m

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Andrew Cunningham

The support is available through Co-op’s Local Community Fund, which aims to help projects across the UK that enable access to food, improve mental wellbeing, support young people, and promote community cohesion. Since 2016, the fund has supported 39,000 projects nationwide. David Luckin, head of community partnerships, funding and impact at Co-op, said: "It’s always exciting to start the search for local causes to take part in a new round of funding.
Four North East beaches within 30 minutes of each other named top wild swimming spots

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Patrick Gouldsbrough

Northumberland: Alnmouth, Amble, Beadnell, Newbiggin (Image: PA MEDIA/ARCHIVE/NORTHERN ECHO) A new study has revealed that beaches around an hour's drive from County Durham have been crowned England's best for wild swimming spots. As more travellers seek mindful escapes and nature-based experiences, wild swimming has surged in popularity, drawing in over 31,000 UK searches for “wild swimming near me” during July and August 2024 alone.
Newcastle United Premier League fixtures 2025-26: Magpies start season at Villa Park

1 week ago | hexham-courant.co.uk | Scott Wilson

Another trophy run this season? (Image: EWishart) NEWCASTLE UNITED have been handed a tough start to the new Premier League season, with their opening game of the campaign taking them to Villa Park to take on Aston Villa. The Magpies will head to the Midlands for a 12.30pm kick-off on Saturday, August 16, with their opening game having been selected for live television broadcast by TNT Sports.