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//A Sedgefield Development Trust Project

This website is a community enterprise, one of the projects of Sedgefield Development Trust Limited (SDT) and is the online version of the Sedgefield News.

Our trustees and volunteers contribute to the improvement of the economic, social, environmental and cultural quality of life of residents. Sedgefield Development Trust Projects are run by volunteers and you can get involved at any time with any project, speak to us to learn more about each project.

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Sedgefield News

The online version of your local paper.

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The Hunt for the Thorpe Cross

In our April edition, we reported how our neighbours at Thorpe Thewles History Group (TTHG) were undertaking several exciting projects. The News is pleased to summarise their report on the amazing story of the hunt for the Thorpe Cross. In 2010, TTHG stumbled upon a fleeting reference to a forgotten monument— the Thorpe Cross— in an old county history book. Intrigued, they traced the mention to a pair of medieval land charters from 1199 housed in the British Library. After translating the Latin documents, they uncovered the only known written evidence of this ancient wayside cross, once a prominent landmark in Thorpe Thewles.

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Christmas Fayre

The Community College Christmas Fayre is taking place on 29 November.

Rogue tradesmen

The North East Regional Organised Crime Unit reported an increase in the number of rogue traders cold calling at properties across the North East. Mostly offering for gardening work or roofing repairs. In August, a total of £29,400 was stolen from elderly victims with an average age of 80.

A tale of two buildings

Back in October 2005, the Sedgefield News was reporting on the plans to upgrade Ceddesfeld Hall to improve accessibility and facilities.

Can you make a poppy?

Coop Funeralcare are looking for volunteers to knit or crochet poppies with all the proceeds going to The Royal British Legion.

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Community Life.

Read about the latest community life stories, including, Neighbourhood Watch, Police report, the latest SDT Project news, Sustain Sedgefield, Repair Cafe: Are you a fixer or a mender?, Ceddesfeld Hall, Nature Diary and your letters.

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// What's On?

Regular Events, Diary, Arts & Entertainment.

All the details you need to know about the monthly events in and around Sedgefield including, the local history society, U3A, Quiz nights, County market, Veterans, WI, Sedgefield in Bloom, Rock & Blues club, Players/SPYS and more.

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Our Local Sport.

Chris Lines brings you a sports round up from local clubs such as Athletics (Sedgefield Harriers), Sedgefield Football Teams, Squash, Rugby, Cricket, Bowls, Boccia and more.

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//How to submit an article?

Please send your news articles to news@sedgefielddevelopmenttrust.co.uk

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In The Community

Sedgefield Development Trust Projects

Farmers Market

The market is held every first Sunday of the Month, on the village green, from 8.30am to 12.15pm. We have up to 20 stall holders with a wide range of local produce.

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Energy Saving

The Thermal Imaging Camera loan scheme is a new project brought to you by Sedgefield Development Trust. We want to help you spot heat loss around your home with one of our FLIR thermal imaging cameras, which you can loan for free. Its simple to use though your smart phone and it helps you to find draughts in your home..

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Woodland & Wildlife

A newly planted community woodland at NETPark, Sedgefield. With an aim to increase biodiversity and develop a green space for the community.

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Homework Help

Our volunteers help students and pupils with their homework, to gain understanding and confidence so that they can do more on their own.

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Friendly Fixers

Do you enjoy getting handy with a hammer or a needle?
Would you like to share your skills and learn new ones?

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Bike and Active Travel

A group set up to promote Cycling and active travel in and around Sedgefield.

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