Throughout its history Durham City Freemen has maintained strong connections with apprentices and the businesses and organisations operating within the city. For many years, both the Wardens and the Freemen have sought to recognise and celebrate the excellence, achievements and skills of local apprentices. With this in mind, I am delighted to report that this […]
The Guild is pleased to share a profile of Susanah Steenkamp, whose interest in joining the Freemen represents the continuation of a distinguished family lineage deeply rooted in the civic history of Durham. Susanahâs great grandfather, Baron Charles Ebdy, was himself a Freeman and a proud son of Durham. A respected architect, his contribution to […]
Durham City Freemen wish to announce that after ten years of providing grants to charitable causes in this area the Freemenâs Charitable Trust has ceased to exist, and is to replaced by a new scheme of giving called Community Support.
Arthur Lockyear who has been appointed press officer to the Freemen of Durham City served for 30 years an operational fire fighter with Tyne and Wear Fire & Rescue Service, and is the author of the book âWarriors in Fire Bootsâ a tribute to the valour of fire fighters.
Press release Coventry Freemen For Immediate Release Coventry Freemenâs Guild Announces 80th Anniversary Dinner at Historic St Maryâs Guildhall The Coventry Freemenâs Guild will celebrate the 80th anniversary of its modern foundation with a formal Anniversary Dinner on Saturday 20 June 2026, to be held in the Guildâs historic home, the medieval St Maryâs Guildhall. […]
John was born into a mining family in 1944 at Esh Winning, the youngest of three boys and the only one not to work for the NCB.
John attended Esh Winning Infants and Junior School, then Waterhouses Secondary Modern School. After leaving school, John embarked on a journey in further education: one year full-time on a preparatory technical course at Bishop Auckland Technical College, followed by five years studying electrical and electronic engineering â three years at Durham Technical College and finally two years at Sunderland Technical College.
VOLUNTEERS operating a prostate cancer support group have launched its own independent screening service for men in County Durham over the age of 45.
A journalist, who played a key role in charting the major resurgence and impact of the cityâs Freemen across the last 15 years, has stepped down as press officer. George Oliver first retired in 2009 after 17 years as Durham Constabularyâs press and public relations manager after a career which started in the autumn of 1963.
On 2nd February 2026, two new Freemen were officially inducted during the Candlemas Guild Day ceremony. The honourees, Dave Cummings and Peter Carr, were sworn in amidst celebrations recognizing their contributions and dedication.
âCelebrating Excellence, Investing in the Futureâ. What are the Awards?The Durham City Freemen Apprentice Awards recognise apprentices who demonstrate outstanding skills, excellence, knowledge, and commitment to their chosen trade within the City of Durham. Why nominate?⢠Celebrate your apprentices’ achievements and raise the profile of your business.⢠Shine a spotlight on the quality of training […]