Named one of the poshest villages to live in the county, Brancepeth is described by some as a bit of a "hidden gem" - but how do ...

The plan is for 10 new hubs, including in Barnard Castle in County Durham and Cockermouth in Cumbria. Durham County Council says plans for four roads will "improve road safety for all users".

A four-year restoration project has begun on the castle's kitchens, with the public able to explore them as they visit the castle throughout the summer ...