Category Archives: Up North!

Red Hills – The Pitman’s Parliament

Posted on September 19, 2019 by Julie Goucher

I recently had opportunity to visit Red Hills – The Pitman’s Parliament in the city of Durham. The home of the Durham Miner’s Association, the venue is usually closed to the public, open otherwise by appointment. I managed to attend … Continue reading →

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The Angel of the North – #50Before50

Posted on April 11, 2019 by Julie Goucher

A month or so ago we visited The Angel of the North. By coincidence, it happened to be the Angel’s 21st birthday. At the bottom of the Angel is a sign providing details about it’s history and so forth. The … Continue reading →

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Penshaw Monument – #50Before50

Posted on March 25, 2019 by Julie Goucher

This is Penshaw Monument and is located in County Durham. It is a rather formidable structure, built overlooking an area which, in times past was heavily involved with the mining industry. The monument, as wonderful as it is was build … Continue reading →

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