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BOWES HALL: The site of a sorry tale which may have inspired Charles Dickens when he visited the village

Dickens of a tale…

Updated 1:25pm Monday 16th August 2010

As Bowes Hall goes on the market for £1m, Ruth Addicott talks to owner Ann Marie Robinson and finds out more about its fascinating history.


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PERSPEXTIVE: Jessica at work in her Bedale studio

Updated 1:11pm Tuesday 17th August 2010

Jessica Sherriff has become known for her contemporary acrylic jewellery, based on scenes from the North East and Yorkshire. Ruth Addicott catches up with her

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Beauty and the East

Beauty and the East

Updated 12:47pm Tuesday 17th August 2010

Fifty years ago, the Oriental Museum in Durham opened to help language students understand different cultures. Today, this museum on a hillside houses collections of international importance enjoyed by students, schoolchildren and public alike. Steve Pratt visits.

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Thoroughly modern millinery

The Banker by Vivien Sheriff, £250

Updated 1:04pm Monday 16th August 2010

Joel Wilks is a rising star in the millinery world. Lottie Kay visits his idyllic rural studio and finds it full to the brim with stunning styles.

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Broomshields Hall

Broomshields Hall is a big house, but very friendly, and it’s been a happy home to the Cook family for the past quarter of a century.

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