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11 June 2026

The future and the past are shining brightly at St Godric’s

An extraordinary piece of local history has been uncovered at a County Durham primary school, during construction of its new nursery building. While carrying out groundworks, builders revealed a hidden WW2 air raid shelter, preserved beneath the foundations for more than 80 years.

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9 June 2026

No More Sleeping – A groundbreaking new musical aiming to awaken the spirit of the North East

A bold and visionary new folk opera, No More Sleeping, is set to premiere in September 2026, offering audiences an unforgettable journey through history, imagination, and innovation. The project was officially launched on Monday 8th June with the help of Durham University’s humanoid robot Alan.

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1 June 2026

Chadwick Chats - Issue 5

Chadwick Chats is our stakeholder magazine, sharing news, stories and highlights from across our Trust schools and communities.

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