The Big Jubilee Lunch, Thornton Steward Institute

Added on 03 June 2012

What a fabulous party to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee! The Institute was packed, the tables laden with delicious food and a good time was had by all. Live music, plenty of wine and Theakstons beer, the royal flotilla screened on a large TV and a tombola all added to the party atmosphere. Se...

Any knowledge of German / Polish residents of Thornton Steward in the 16th Century?

Added on 22 April 2012

We have had an interesting request through this website from Julie Brutnell, who writes: Hi everyone I was trawling through the parish records of Thornton Steward and came across something quite interesting. It seems that from about 1540 - 90 there were what appear to be German / Polish names, such...

Coast to Coast cycle ride raises nearly £600 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance

Added on 17 April 2012

Linda Brown and her son, Daniel, completed their 4 day 136-mile journey from Whitehaven to Sunderland in April. The story behind the trip can be read here and Linda's message to all of her generous sponsors follows below: A big thank you to all those who supported me on the Coast to Coast cycle...

Fashion Show raises over £1000 for St Teresa's Hospice!

Added on 30 March 2012

The first ever Thornton Steward Charity Fashion Show, was held at the Institute on Friday 30th March and it was a great success, raising over £1,000 for St Teresa's Hospice in Darlington. The Institute was packed and the tables laden with wonderful food, wine and raffle prizes, all genero...