July 2014 - Darlington Together

Welcome to the July editionof Darlington Together

You may or may not be aware that anew refuse and recycling collectionstarts in October, where rubbish willbe collected one week and recyclingthe next. We’re keen to get themessage out about this to allDarlington residents, so you know how thechanges will affect you and what you will beable to recycle. Please visit pages 30 and 31 tofind out more.

If you’ve had a quick flick through the magazinealready, you will undoubtedly notice thatthere’s a lot of information about what’s onduring the summer holidays, which start at theend of this month. There’s always lots takingplace in Darlington, and we pride ourselves onthe wide range of events taking place –whether your child is interested in arts, sports,or just making new friends. Check out pages21 to 28 to find out more, or alternatively visitwww.whatsonindarlington.co.uk

The next event isn’t necessary one forchildren, but it’s one close to myheart! I’m delighted that RockcliffeHall will be hosting the English SeniorOpen again next month – an eventwhich will see 10,000 people come toDarlington over the course of threedays; a wonderful boost for our

hotels, shops and restaurants. You can find outmore about it on page 19.

Cllr Bill Dixon MBE(@billdixondton)Leader of theCouncil

Darlington Borough Council | 17

Welcome to thismonth’s magazine forDarlington Borough

MP’s surgeriesJenny Chapman: MP for Darlington. Walk-in surgery will be held on Friday 4 andFriday 18 July from 9:30 - 10:30am at theConstituency Office, 40a Coniscliffe Road,Darlington, DL3 7RG. E-mail: [email protected]: 01325 382345

Phil Wilson: MP for Sedgefield. Theoffice is open between Monday to Friday,9.30am - 5pm. Appointments can bearranged by calling 01325 321603 or e-mail [email protected]

JULY

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Make theshift to thrift: The Festival of Thriftreturns to Darlingtonon 27 and 28September for a fabulous second year – comealong and take part in workshops, enjoy theentertainment and do a bit of thriftyshopping! Visit www.festivalofthrift.co.ukto find out more.

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NEWS IN BRIEF

STREET SCENEwww.darlington.gov.uk/streetsceneTel (01325) 388777

COUNCIL TAXwww.darlington.gov.uk/counciltaxTel (01325) 388373

HOUSING BENEFIT AND COUNCIL TAX SUPPORTwww.darlington.gov.uk/benefitsTel (01325) 388514

HOUSING AND REPAIRSwww.darlington.gov.uk/housingTel (01325) 388542

HIGHWAYS, TRANSPORT, PLANNING AND ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTHwww.darlington.gov.ukTel (01325) 388799

[email protected]

www.darlington.gov.uk

01325 380651

CONTACT US

Volunteer and helpothers:Are you interested in supporting victims,rehabilitating offenders and restoringpeace between neighbours? If so, whynot volunteer as a ‘restorativefacilitator’? You will receive lots of usefultraining and work alongside the Counciland Police to help address issues of low-level crime and anti-social behaviour.Email [email protected] before21 July for more information.

Do you have a spare room?If you do, could you provide support andaccommodation for a young person aged 16-21 who has just left care? We can offer you training, support and a weekly payment. For more information please call 01325 406166 / 01325 388077 or [email protected]

www.darlington.gov.uk/10km. If you are on Facebook, why not givewww.facebook.com/darlington10kma like for all the latest news?

Keep on running: Entries are stillopen for theSherwoods VauxhallDarlington 10km onSunday 10 August.To find out moreabout the race andto enter visit

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Darlington will be swinging into action inAugust as it plays host to the biggest sportingtournament to be held in the North East thisyear.

Golf’s English Senior Open is taking place over theAugust Bank Holiday weekend (Friday 22 to Sunday24 August) at Rockcliffe Hall and is set to attract10,000 people to the Borough.

Last year, golf fans from Darlington and beyond cameto watch the event, which featured top European tourplayers such as Mark James, Barry Lane, Miguel ÁngelMartín and Peter Fowler – with Denmark’s SteenTinning claiming the title.

“This is a fantastic scoop for Darlington andwill bring huge economic benefits for theBorough as a whole.

“It’s a chance for visitors to discover whatDarlington has to offer and will bring a goodboost to trade for hotels, B&Bs, cafes,restaurants and shops.

“We’d encourage businesses to make themost of this event and the potentialcustomer base that will be in the area.”

Bill Dixon, Leader of the Council

Individual day tickets cost £10 and season tickets(which cover all three days) cost £20. Junior daytickets for under 16’s are free. Tickets are availableonline and at venues throughout Darlington.

Volunteers are also needed to ball-spot and help set-up for the tournament.

Find out more by calling 01325 729980 or visitwww.rockcliffehall.com/englishsenioropen

Tee-ing up for top event

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Parks in DarlingtonFeeling the LoveFriday 25 July to Sunday 3 August isLove Parks Week and Darlington’sbeautiful parks will be joining hostsof others around the UK by puttingon events, encouraging millions toget outside and show some love totheir local park. Love Parks Week isa national initiative which has grownyear on year.

Falling on the first full week of theSummer holidays, it’s the perfect time tospend some time in one of Darlington’sparks, two of which (South Park and WestCemetery) have won the coveted GreenFlag Award.

Messing about in The DenesFriday 25 July • 1-3pm • FREE

A fun-filled afternoon of sports and crafts, familiescan come along with a picnic and explore The Denes,creating their own finger paintings of wildlife in thepark to take home. Suitable for children under eight,meet at the Play Dene (Widdowfield Street).

Messing about in South ParkFriday 1 August • 1-3pm • FREEJoin the Rangers for an Alice in Wonderland themedcraft session where children can come along dressedas their favourite characters from the story andmake crafts, play games and join in to solve theprickly tickly trail. Suitable for 0-9 years, meet at thesecond bowling green at South Park.

Get involved in Park LifeLove Parks Week is a great time to celebrate thework carried out in our parks. Throughout the year,hundreds of volunteers give their time to makeDarlington’s parks a wonderful place to spend time.To find out more about Darlington parks or tovolunteer, visit www.darlington.gov.uk/parks

“As a member of the Friends of South Park I aim todo my bit to enhance and maintain the park. Wehave a garden club with several flower beds of ourown which we plant and maintain and a new nectarborder for bees and butterflies.

We also do regular litter picks. I don’t enjoy clearingup behind other folk but would like to see South Parkas a litter free zone and get the message across thatrubbish spoils the park and is also hazardous to thelocal wildlife.

We also raise funds for the group and have purchasedpicnic tables and have commissioned several carvedwood sculptures. It’s great that I can do something Ienjoy and also make a difference to a park I love.”

Jan BradshawVolunteer with the Friends of South Park

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Darlington by the Sea featuring the Change 4 Life Roadshow Thursday 24 July, 11am - 4pmMarket Square

Come to the Market Square on the 24 July for the fantastic launch of Darlington by theSea which will feature the Change4Life roadshow. This seaside spectacular will include asandy beach in the town centre, first class street entertainment and lots of family activities for everyone toenjoy. Plus the fun doesn't stop there! Distinct Darlington are continuing the Darlington by the Sea programmefrom 25 July right through to 7 August with lots of activities to keep you entertained this summer. For moreinformation about Darlington by the Sea visit www.darlington.gov.uk/events

Get set for Summerin Darlington!

Thinking of packing your bags, booking a flightand getting away from it all this summerholiday? No need – there’s plenty going on inDarlington for all the family!

We’ve put together eight pages of fun – hopefully inthe sun – for parents and children of all ages. Read onand make a date for Darlington.

Darlington Dance Festival – Mass DanceSaturday 12 July, 12:30 - 2:30pmMarket Square

Come along and watch the very best dance schools andcommunity groups join together to perform a mass dance in themarket square! Professional dancers will provide workshops andthere will be dance demonstrations for everyone to join in.

Sherwoods Vauxhall Darlington 10km and Family Fun RunSunday 11 AugustDarlington Town Centre

Take part in one of the region’s top road races, as well as a fun two-lap run ofHigh Row and Skinnergate! Visit www.darlington.gov.uk/10k for moreinformation and to book. 10km open to over 15s. Family fun run open to all ages.

Fancy a dance – tea danceWednesday 13 August, 11am - 3pmMarket Square

Put on your dancing shoes and join us in the MarketSquare for a traditional tea dance. There’ll be livemusic, free cream teas and the chance to win a prizeor two!

Don’t forget, there’s more information about what’s on all year round on www.darlington.gov.uk/eventsand www.whatsonindarlington.co.uk. There’s also more events information on pages 38 and 39.

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TRAMPOLINING28 July - 1 AugustDolphin Centre

1 - 2.30pm

5-16 years

2.30 - 4pm

5-16 years

Come and take part in this week-longTrampolining camp where enjoyment isguaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck,pike and straddle to the more advancedfront and back somersaults.

£15 for the week01325 254370

CRICKET28 July - 1 AugustDarlington RA

10am - Noon

5-16 years

Come and enjoy this fun introduction tocricket with qualified coaches that willwork with beginners and developexisting players.

£20 for the week01325 254370

GYMNASTICS 28 July - 1 AugustDolphin Centre

2 - 4pm

5-16 years

Practise your forward rolls and tumbleturns and learn how to use the basicgymnastic equipment in a fun andfriendly environment. This course isideal for beginner gymnastics.

£20 for the week01325 254370

DIVING28 July - 1 AugustDolphin Centre

8 - 10am

5-16 years

Learn the basics of diving on thisweeklong camp. There will be landbased and pool based training and theweek will be delivered by qualifiedcoaches from Darlington Sports Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

ROUNDERS28 July - 1 AugustEastbourne Sports Complex

1 - 2.30pm

7-16 years

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Comeand enjoy this Rounders campdelivered by Darlington SportsDevelopment Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

ATHLETICS 28 July - 1 AugustEastbourne Sports Complex

10am - Noon

5-16 years

A fun introduction to athletics, givingyou the chance to try out a wide rangeof athletic activities including long jump,triple jump, javelin and much more.

£20 for the week01325 254370

FOOTBALL COACHINGWITH MARTIN GREY’SFOOTBALL ACADEMY29 - 31 JulyEastbourne Sports Complex

10am - 3pm

4 years +

Two days of coaching and one day ofstadium tours at Sunderland andNewcastle Football Club.

£4507921 334577

XPLORER2 AugustWest Park, play area entrance

10.30am - 2.30pm

Families

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimedat primary and pre-school children andtheir parents, grandparents andguardians. It is an outdoor navigationalchallenge for the whole family to enjoyand involves a healthy mix of physicalactivity and decision making.

£1 per person, under 3’s free01325 254370


Get Going Summer 2014

Healthy Darlington is a Council service that aims to get everyone inDarlington to eat well, move more and live longer. It operates throughThe Dolphin Centre, Eastbourne Sports Complex, SportsDevelopment as well as events in Darlington. For more details onsporting activities in the summer contact 01325 254370.

28 July – 3 August19 – 26 July

FOOTBALL COACHINGWITH MARTIN GREY’SFOOTBALL ACADEMY19 (Match Day experience)21 - 23 July (Coaching)Eastbourne Sports Complex

10am - Noon match day thentransport to the game.

10am - 3pm coaching day

4 years +

Football coaching course withmatch day experience.

£40 including lunch on theSaturday for the match dayexperience. Transport provided forthe Saturday match day07921 334577

XPLORER23 & 26 July South Park Clock Tower

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families

Xplorer is a fun family challengeaimed at primary and pre-schoolchildren and their parents,grandparents and guardians. It is anoutdoor navigational challenge forthe whole family to enjoy andinvolves a healthy mix of physicalactivity and decision making.


Did you know only 20% of girls and 25% of boys

aged 5-10 get their recommended sixtyminutes of activity

a day?

Provided by Our Get Going Summerprogramme supports theChange 4 Life national healthcampaign. For furtherinformation on Change 4 Lifevisit www.nhs/change4life

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GYMNASTICS 4 - 8 AugustDolphin Centre

2 - 4pm

5-16 years

Practice your forward rolls and tumbleturns and learn how to use the basicgymnastic equipment in a fun andfriendly environment. This course isideal for beginner gymnastics.

£20 for the week01325 254370

TRI-GOLF4 - 8 AugustBlackwell Grange Golf Club

10am - Noon

5-11 years

Come and take part in this week-longTri-Golf camp. This mini version of golfis designed to provide an enjoyableintroduction to the sport. The sessionswill be delivered by qualified PGA golfcoaches from Darlington SportsDevelopment Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

TRAMPOLINING 4 - 8 AugustDolphin Centre

1 - 2.30pm

5-16 years

2.30 - 4pm

5-16 years


£15 for week01325 254370

TENNIS4 - 8 AugustLongfield Academy

10am - Noon

6-16 years

Have you been watching Wimbledonthis summer? Darlington SportsDevelopment will be running a week-long tennis camp for those that wouldlike to improve serves, backhand,forehand and smash.

£20 for the week01325 254370

NETBALL4 - 8 AugustSt Aidans Academy

1 - 3pm

5-16 years

Organised by coaches from DarlingtonDJ’s Netball Club these sessions areideal for beginners and all ages andabilities are welcome.

£20 for the week01325 254370

DIVING4 - 8 AugustDolphin Centre

8 - 10am

5-16 years

Learn the basics of diving on this week-long camp. There will be land basedand pool based training and the weekwill be delivered by qualified coachesfrom Darlington Sports Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

FAMILY ROUNDERS9 AugustSouth Park Clock Tower

Noon - 2pm

Families

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Comeand enjoy this fun filled familyRounders day delivered by DarlingtonSports Development Team.

Free

BIG CLUBS LITTLE CLUBS9 AugustBlackwell Grange Golf Club

1 - 2.30pm

Families

Fun based golf competition playing a trigolf course with a parent or guardian.Two players per team.

£3 per team

XPLORER9 AugustSouth Park Clock Tower

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families



4 August – 10 August


1 - 2.30pm

5-16 years

2.30 - 4pm

5-16 years


£15 for the week01325 254370


8 - 10am

5-16 years

Learn the basics of diving on this week-long camp. There will be land basedand pool based training and the weekwill be delivered by qualified coachesfrom Darlington Sports Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

STREET SWORDS11 - 15 AugustDolphin Centre

1 - 2pm

7-16 years

2 - 3pm

7-16 years

Want to be a sword fighter? StreetSwords is holding a series of fencingtasters for children of all abilities.Coaches by the England Fencing TeamManager, that will give you the movesand skills to fence others.

£10 for the week01325 254370

TENNIS11 - 15 AugustLongfield Academy

10am - Noon

6-16 years

Have you been watching Wimbledonthis summer? Darlington SportsDevelopment will be running a week-long tennis camp for those who wouldlike to improve their serves, backhand,forehand and smash.

£20 for the week01325 254370

TABLE TENNIS11 - 15 AugustDolphin Centre

2 - 4pm

8-16 years

Organised by players from DarlingtonTable Tennis Academy the sessions areideal for beginners and all ages andabilities are welcome.

£20 for the week01325 254370

ATHLETICS11 - 15 AugustEastbourne Sports Complex

10am - Noon

5-16 years

A fun introduction to athletics, givingyou the chance to try out a wide rangeof athletic activities including longjump, triple jump, javelin and muchmore.

£20 for the week01325 254370

XPLORER13 & 16 AugustSouth Park Clock Tower

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families



FAMILY ROUNDERS16 AugustSouth Park Clock Tower

Noon - 2pm

Families

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Comeand enjoy this fun filled familyRounders day delivered by DarlingtonSports Development Team.

Free


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12.30 - 2pm

5-16 years

Come and take part in this week-long

Trampolining camp where enjoyment is

guaranteed! Learn the basics from tuck,

pike and straddle to the more advanced

front and back somersaults.

£15 for the week01325 254370

CRICKET18 - 22 AugustRockliffe Park Cricket Club

10am - Noon

5-16 years

Come and enjoy this fun introduction to

cricket with qualified coaches who will

work with beginners and develop

existing players.

£20 for the week01325 254370

TRI-GOLF18 - 22 AugustBlackwell Grange Golf Club

10am - Noon

5-11 years

Come and take part in this week-long

Tri-Golf camp. This mini version of golf

is designed to provide an enjoyable

introduction to the sport. The sessions

will be delivered by qualified PGA golf

coaches from Darlington Sports

Development Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

ROUNDERS18 - 22 AugustEastbourne Sports Complex

1 - 2.30pm

7-16 years

Chuck It, Whack It, Leg It, Smile. Come

and enjoy this Rounders camp

delivered by Darlington Sports

Development Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370


8 - 10am

5-16 years

Learn the basics of diving on this week-

long camp. There will be land based

and pool based training and the week

will be delivered by qualified coaches

from Darlington Sports Team.

£20 for the week01325 254370

TABLE TENNIS18 - 22 AugustDolphin Centre

3 - 5pm

8-16 years

Organised by players from Darlington

Table Tennis Academy the sessions are

ideal for beginners and all ages and

abilities are welcome.

£20 for the week01325 254370

MULTI SKILLS 18 - 22 AugustDolphin Centre

12.30 - 2pm

5-11 years

An introduction to the FUNdamentals

of movement and movement skills,

which will then be used in fun game

activities.

£15 for the week01325 254370

FAMILY BADMINTON18 AugustDolphin Centre

1 - 2pm

Families

Come and enjoy a game of Badminton

with your family.

£1 per person01325 254370

FAMILY BADMINTON22 AugustDolphin Centre

1 - 2.30pm

Families

Come and enjoy a game of Badminton

with your family.

£2 per person01325 254370

XPLORER23 AugustWest Park, play area entrance

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed

at primary and pre-school children and

their parents, grandparents and

guardians. It is an outdoor navigational

challenge for the whole family to enjoy

and involves a healthy mix of physical

activity and decision making.


XPLORER30 AugustSouth Park Clock Tower

10.30am - 12.30pm

Families

Xplorer is a fun family challenge aimed

at primary and pre-school children and

their parents, grandparents and

guardians. It is an outdoor navigational

challenge for the whole family to enjoy

and involves a healthy mix of physical

activity and decision making.




30 August

Enjoy some world class football fun at theDolphin Centre this summer with Saturdaymorning football sessions for different age

groups. Coached by FA qualified instructors. £3 per session – call 01325 388406 to book.

Get onthe ball!

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Take a dive from the high board, brave theslides, enjoy fun in the main pool or splasharound in the toddler pool.

Plus, don’t miss the popular disco float sessions withthe inflatable pirate ship and your favourite tracks –Monday to Friday from 2 – 3:45pm.

For more serious swimmers, there’s the chance tobrush up on swimming skills with our intensiveswimming course.

If you have little ones, why not bring them along toFin’s Fun Time for a morning of fun, games, songsand music at the Dolphin Centre Studio?Wednesdays from 10 – 11:30am throughout theschool holidays, 0 – 4 years, £3.45 a session.

For details call 01325 388406 or visitwww.darlington.gov.uk/dolphin

Get in theswim thissummer

Park life this SummerThere’s green and open space on your doorstep here in Darlington –and with 16 parks and 10 nature reserves you’ll be spoilt for choice!

XPLORER CHALLENGE: A fun outdoor event aimed atyoung children involvingnavigational skills, decision makingand physical activity – Xplorerchallenge will take part at NorthPark, South Park and West Parkand costs £1 per person. Fordetails and to book call 01325254370.

THE MACMILLAN TODDLE– Sunday 13 July, 11am, SouthPark:This one mile sponsoredwalk is just right for little legs,with plenty of fun activities takingplace during the day. To registercall Michelle Thompson on07877673030 or [email protected]

OUR BIG GIG – Sunday 13July, 11am, South Park: A free,fun music filled day for everyone.

For details call 01325 388151.

WEST PARK ACTIVITY DAY– Sunday 13 July, 11am-4pm,West Park. Stalls and activities,Zorbs, archery, face painting andrefreshments.

BIG BIFF’S FUN RUN –Sunday 3 August, South Park:A 5km run, with lots ofentertainment!

NATIONAL PLAY DAY –Wednesday 6 August, SouthPark: Arts, crafts and funactivities for children and parents.

There’s more information aboutevents in our parks on page 20 too!

For more information visit www.darlington.gov.uk/parksor call 01325 406720.

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The Head of Steam museum is openthroughout the summer holidays, from10am – 4pm, Tuesday to Sunday. Find outmore about the railways in Darlington, takepart in fun activities… why not even bring apicnic lunch to enjoy outside?

A Grand Day Out, Sunday 20 July, 10am – 4pmYou’re guaranteed ‘A Grand Day Out’ full ofVictorian fun and entertainment at Head of Steamthis summer! Flea circus, coconut shy, Victorian artsand crafts, Punch and Judy and lots more. £1entrance fee, annual family members go free.

The Alternative Head of Steam Experience, 26 July, £5 per person.Join your tour guide Andy Fury as he takes you on atour of Head of Steam with a difference! Part ofDarlington Comedy Festival.

Visit www.darlingtoncomedyfestival.co.uk tobook. Please be aware that only tours before 4pm are recommended as family friendly!

Summer arts and crafts – every Tuesday,Thursday and Friday throughout the summer holidays (23 July – 31 August), 1 – 3pm. Drop in for a variety offun arts and crafts for all the family – included inadmission and annual family member passes.

For more information about Head of Steam visitwww.head-of-steam.co.uk or call 01325 460532

Get on track at theHead of Steam!

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Come rain or shine thissummer holiday, there’s lotsgoing on at Crown Streetand Cockerton Libraries.You can listen to stories, playgames and even meet somefuzzy critters!

There’s something happeningat Crown Street Library

almost every day of theweek throughout the

holidays.

Your LocalLibrary!

MONDAYS 10:30am: Visual storytelling withauthor Kay Wilson. Free session for children under 6.

TUESDAYS 10am: Bookstart Baby Rhymetime.Free session for babies under 1 year.

WEDNESDAYS 10-11am:Write stuff creativewriting group. A free and fun creative writing group for ages 8 to 11. Booking essential.

THURSDAYS Afternoon sessions: Try outdifferent games and sports every week. For children aged up to 11.

SATURDAYS 10:30am: Saturday story club:Stories and crafts. Free sessions for ages 3 and over.

Friday 1 August, 10amJAY’S ANIMAL ENCOUNTERSCrown Street Library£3.50 per child (babies under 1 year free)Jay will be bringing a range ofanimals to meet and learn about,including meerkats and hedgehogs.Booking essential, cost payable on booking.

Friday 8 August, 10amLEARN TO DRAW WITH LIZ MILLIONCrown Street Library£3.50 per child Children’s author and illustratorLiz Million shares her drawingtechniques in a fun and lively way!For children aged 5 and over.Booking essential, cost payable on booking.

Wednesday 30 July & 27 August, 1:30pmCOCKERTON CRAFTSCockerton LibraryFREEFun craft sessions for children age 3-9.Booking essential.

Call 01325 349610 for more details and to book. You can also find out more at www.darlington.gov.uk/library

Read a book this summer and you could win a prize! To completethe challenge children need to borrow books from the library on threeseparate occasions during the holidays. There are prizes and rewardsalong the way and everyone who completes the challenge will go into adraw to win a star prize.

Take part in the Summer Reading Challenge!

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Want to know more about what’s going on?Check out our Facebook(www.facebook.com/darlingtonboroughcouncil) andTwitter (www.twitter.com/darlingtonbc) throughout theholidays for all the latest news and updates!


There will be lots taking place inDarlington Town Centre this Summer,with Darlington’s biggest market eventof the year taking place in August.

There will be a full range of market stalls aswell as children’s fairground rides andentertainment, live music, a radio roadshowand a motor-cycle rally and display.

For more information visitwww.darlington.gov.uk/marketsor call 01325 388207.

Darlington’s Award Winning

Summer MarketThursday14 to Sunday 17 August

There’s so much going on for the wholefamily this summer in Darlington, butplease make sure you don’t overheatwhilst having fun during the hotweather. Here are some handy tips:

• Keep out of the sun between 11am and 3pm

• If you have to go out in the heat, walk in the shade,apply sunscreen and wear a hat and light scarf

• Avoid strenuous activities during the hotter parts ofthe day

• Have plenty of cold drinks and foods

• Contact your doctor, a pharmacist or call 111 if youare worried about your health during a heat wave,especially if you are taking medication, if you feelunwell or have any unusual symptoms.

Visit www.darlington.gov.uk/events orwww.whatsonindarlington.co.uk formore details about events taking place inthe Summer holidays.

Have fun and stay coolin the hot weather

For more information and guidance visitwww.nhs.uk/livewell/summerhealth

Everyone’s favourite little starAngelina Ballerina, pirouettes ontothe stage at Darlington CivicTheatre from Friday 25 July toSunday 27 July. Tickets are £12.50and are available on the CivicTheatre website –www.darlingtoncivic.co.uk on01325 486555 or through the BoxOffice.

Mice times atDarlington Civic

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Is your two year oldchild eligible for freechildcare?

We’re celebrating the fact that moreDarlington children than ever are accessingtheir 15 hours of free childcare a week.

When the scheme began in September 2009, 50two-year olds were accessing free childcare. Over260 two-year olds are now accessing free childcare!

Is my child eligible?Your child is eligible if:

• They are being ‘looked after’ by the Council• They have left care through special guardianship,

an adoption or residence order• They have a statement of Special Educational

Needs or an Education, Health and Care plan• They attract Disability Living Allowance

Or if you receive the following benefitsyour child may be eligible:

• Income Support • Income based Jobseekers Allowance• Income related Employment and Support

Allowance• Support under part VI of the Immigration and

Asylum Act 1999• The guarantee element of State Pension Credit• Child Tax Credit (provided you are not entitled

to Working Tax Credit and have an annual incomethat does not exceed £16,190)

• Working Tax Credit and have annual grossearnings of no more than £16,190 per year.

• Universal Credit

If you are not eligible for free childcare, there stillmay be help available – contact People and Families’Information Support (PFIS) on the details to theright.

Parents can access childcare for amaximum of 15 hours a week duringterm time. Some providers offer a‘stretched’ offer where parents can accessfewer hours a week over more weeks(including during the summer holidays)

Parents are able to choose from a variety ofprivate day nurseries, a maintained nursery,playgroups and childminders across theBorough. There are also plans to create fundedplaces in Darlington schools this Autumn,increasing choice even further.

This good quality childcare enables children tolearn, make new friends, experience newactivities and lets parents go back to work orgo into further/higher education.

If you would like to know ifyour child is eligible, we canrun a check over the phoneif you have your NationalInsurance Number to hand.Contact PFIS on 08009172121 [email protected].

More information is available online:www.darlington.gov.uk/freeearlyeducation

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Revised Weekly Collections

Week 1:RUBBISH

Week 2:RECYCLING

Caddy for PAPERwhich fits inside

your bin

GeneralRUBBISH

Bin

GeneralRECYCLING

Bin

GLASSRecycling

Box


How will they work for me?

Use your existing BLACK bin forhousehold waste that can’t be recycled.

We won’t collect any extra waste put out in bags.

SCHEME A

You’ll get a new BLACKbin with a GREEN lid -

this is for cans, tins,aerosols, plastics,

juice cartons/tetrapacks and foil.

You’ll get a BLACK caddy,which sits inside yourrecycling bin. Use this forpaper, card and cardboard.If you have excess bulkycardboard, this can beplaced at the side of yourrecycling bin and we’llcollect it. No change from before. Use

your existing GREEN box forrecycling glass bottles and jars.

This will be the scheme that will be used forthe majority of households in Darlington.

Where do I put my rubbish

and recyclingcontainersfor collection?

Please put your refuse andrecycling out for collection where

you place your refuse now,ensuring that you don’t block

the pavement.

Why are you introducing this new system?We are changing this system to save £400,000 a year – moneywhich can be used to help us continue to provide essentialservices in Darlington. The new system will also help boostDarlington’s already excellent recycling rates.

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A new refuse and recycling system will start on October 6. It means thatyour general rubbish will be collected one week and your recycling the next.

GENERALRecycling Box

PAPER

GLASSRecyclingBox


GeneralRUBBISHBin

This will be the scheme for approximately 7,000properties in Darlington. This is because ofaccess restrictions for our recycling vehicles.

You currently have a green box for glass, a blue bag for paper and card, and a black wheeled binfor everything else. In October, this will change to one of two schemes, depending on where youlive. Find out more about the changes below...

SCHEME B

Week 1:RUBBISH

Week 2:RECYCLING

No change from before. Use your existing GREEN box

for recycling glass bottles and jars.

No change frombefore. Use yourexisting BLUE bag forpaper, card andcardboard. If you haveexcess bulky cardboard,this can be placed atthe side of yourrecycling boxes andwe’ll collect it.

You’ll get a large GREEN box whichis for cans, tins, aerosols/plastics, juice

cartons/tetrapacks and foil. If youhave extra recycling, put it in a

carrier bag next to your box andwe’ll collect it.

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Where do I put my rubbish and recycling containers

for collection?

There won’t be any change – justput it in same place you put your

refuse and recycling now, ensuring that you don’t block

the pavement.

How will I find out if I will be on SCHEMEA or SCHEME B?From August you will be able to find out which scheme has beenallocated to your property by visitingwww.darlington.gov.uk/recycle (or scanningthe QR code) and entering your postcode.

We’ll also be sending a leaflet to everyhousehold in Darlington in August which will letyou know whether your property will get a newwheeled bin or a new box.

Use your existing BLACK bin forhousehold waste that can’t be recycled.

We won’t collect any extra waste put out in bags.

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BANK TOP WARD Veronica Copeland (L) Tel: 358530; ChrisTaylor (L), Tel: 243298. Fri 18 July, King William StreetCommunity Centre 5pm-6pm. Wesley Court CommunityCentre, Rocket Street 6pm-6.30pm.

CENTRAL WARD Jan Taylor (L) Tel: 243298; Malcolm Wright(L) Tel: 484374. Wed 23 July, Park Place Community Centre, 6pm-7pm.

COCKERTON EAST WARD Paul Baldwin (L) Tel: 362690Sue Richmond (L) Tel: 351538. Bryan Thistlethwaite (L) Tel:485466. Thurs 10 July, Cockerton Library 6pm-7pm.

COCKERTON WEST WARD Jan Cossins (L) Tel: 241124David Regan (L) Tel: 495258. Wed 9 July, Windsor Court 10am-11am. Thurs 10 July, Cockerton Library 6pm – 7pm.

COLLEGE WARDTony Richmond (C) Tel: 351538 IanGalletley (C) Tel: 07507904109. Wed 9 July, Abbey Junior School7pm-8pm.

EASTBOURNE WARD Roderick Crichlow (L) Tel: 488173Bill Dixon (L) Tel: 486588. Lee Vasey (L) Tel: 488513. Wed 16 July,Pilmoor Green Community Centre 5pm-6pm. Wed 30 July,Maidendale House 3pm-4pm.

FAVERDALE Richard Grundy (C) Tel: 266314. Wed 9 July, WestPark Academy 6pm-7pm.

HARROWGATE HILL WARD Gill Cartwright (C) Tel:382276. Wed 6 Aug, Harrowgate CIU Ltd. Salters Lane North7.30pm – 8.30pm. Marjory Knowles (L) Tel: 265847 John Vasey(L) Tel: 488513. Wed 16 July, Classroom in the New Sports HallLongfield Academy 7pm-8pm.

HAUGHTON EAST WARD Chris McEwan (L) Tel: 283262Martin Landers (L) Tel: 07709804580. Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer10am-11.30am. Wed 6 Aug, Red Hall Community Centre, 6pm-7pm.

HAUGHTON NORTH WARDTom Nutt (L) Tel: [email protected] Beverley Hutchinson (L) Tel:262015. Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer 10am-11.30am.

HAUGHTON WEST WARD Nick Wallis (L) Tel: 488797David Lyonette (L) Tel: 464693 Andy Scott (L) Tel: [email protected] Wed 9 July, Salvation Army,Thompson St. 6pm–7pm, Sat 2 Aug, Asda Foyer 10am-11.30am.

HEIGHINGTON AND CONISCLIFFE WARD Gerald Lee(C) Tel: 314622 Paul Crudass (C) Tel: 374537. There is no wardsurgery to be held this month.

HUMMERSKNOTT WARDAlan Coultas (C) Tel: 350453Charles Johnson (C) Tel: 463712. Mon 28 July, Carmel College,6pm-7pm.

HURWORTH WARD Joe Kelley (LD) Tel: 266760. MartinSwainston (LD) Tel: 07535637060. Thurs 7 Aug, HurworthGrange Community Centre Library 6pm-7pm.

LASCELLES WARDWendy Newall (L) Tel: 251574. HelenCrumbie (L) Tel: 462642. Sat 12 July, Cleveland Bridge Social Club12 noon – 1pm. Tue 15 July, St John’s Church of EnglandAcademy, 6pm-7pm.

LINGFIELD WARD Ian Haszeldine (L) Tel: 741508 LynneHaszeldine (L) Tel: 07950521511.Wed 9 July, Eastbourne SportsComplex, 6pm-6.30pm.

MIDDLETON ST. GEORGE WARD Doris Jones (C) Tel:332820 Steve York (C) Tel: 332025. Tues 22 July, Dinsdale Court6.15pm-7.15pm.

MOWDEN WARD Bill Stenson (C) Tel: 468249. Pauline Culley(C) Tel: 07535470805 There is no ward surgery to be held thismonth.

NORTH ROAD WARDAnne-Marie Curry (LD) Tel:07531304050 [email protected] Fred Lawton(LD) Tel: 467413 Alan Macnab (LD) Tel: 482015 Wed 16 July,Morrisons North Road, Car Park Entrance, 6pm-7pm. Wed 6Aug, Northlands Methodist Church Entrance Hall, 9.15am-10.15am.

NORTHGATE WARD Eleanor Lister, (L) Tel. 254091 DorothyLong, (L) Tel. 355755. There is no ward surgery to be held thismonth.

PARK EAST WARD Paul Harman (L) Tel: 483259 CyndiHughes (L) Tel: 480975 Joe Lyonette (L) Tel: 263480. Fri 11 July,St. Columbas Church Hall 6-7pm. Fri 18 July , The ColeridgeCentre 6-7pm.

PARK WEST WARD Bob Donoghue (C) Tel: 352582 HeatherScott (C) Tel: 468547. Fri 18 July, 76 Carmel Road South 5pm-6pm.

PIERREMONT WARD Bob Carson (L) Tel: 240627 StephenHarker (L) Tel: 380039 Linda Hughes (L) Tel: 07904772387. Wed2 July and Wed 6 Aug, Reid Street Primary School 6-7pm.

SADBERGE AND WHESSOE Brian Jones (C) Tel: 332820.Tue 29 July, Sadberge Village Hall, Supper Room, 6pm-7pm.

E-mailing councillors: If you wish to e-mail your councillor their e-mail address is: [email protected]

For example, if you wish to e-mail Bill Dixon, type in [email protected]

• The only exceptions are Andy Scott (Haughton West Ward), Anne-Marie Curry (North Road Ward) and Tom Nutt (HaughtonNorth); their e-mail addresses are shown with their ward surgery details.


Please contact your local councillor if you have any issues thatare affecting life in your ward – they are here to listen to you.You can email, call and meet them face-to-face at regular ward surgeries.For more information visit www.darlington.gov.uk/wards

DARLINGTONTOGETHER

Key: (L) Labour (C) Conservative (LD) Liberal Democrat

Upcoming Committee DatesHealth and Well Being Board Tue 15 July 3.30pm Committee Room 1

Cabinet Thur 17 July 5pm Committee Room 2

General Licensing Committee Wed 22 July 9.30am Committee Room 3

Planning Applications Committee Wed 30 July 1.30pm Committee Room 2

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