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04/11/2026

The Crafty Quilters meet at Merryoaks Community Hall every Wednesday morning. They practice their needlecraft at the highest level.

As well as their own individual projects, they have been working together to create a wall hanging to be displayed at Ushaw Historic House from next week.

The theme for this year’s project was Owls. Please find attached a first photo of the hanging, though we have to say that the photo does not do justice to this beautiful work.

04/11/2026

If you have gold, silver, watches etc that you would like to sell, We Buy Old is at Merryoaks Community Hall until 6pm today Wednesday 4th November

04/11/2026

PARISH COUNCIL FRUIT TREE GIVEAWAY SET FOR RETURN

The City of Durham Parish Council’s popular fruit tree giveaway is set to return on Saturday 21st November 2026, offering residents the chance to take home a free fruit tree whilst supporting Durham’s independent businesses and helping the environment.

Residents who spend £25 in Durham during November at one of the city’s independent businesses or traders can bring their receipts to the special Outdoor Market stall on Saturday 21st November, from 9am until all trees have gone, to collect a free fruit tree sapling.

There will be one tree per household, on a first-come, first-served basis. Trees will be approximately 1.5m tall and bare root, with planting instructions provided. They can be planted at home, or anywhere residents have permission to do so in the city.

It’s a win-win opportunity – support local traders, help Durham’s wildlife and make the city greener.

Last year’s giveaway resulted in one of the best trading days of the year for our local traders and the Parish Council is keen to see this fantastic initiative continue.

Please come along and support our local businesses and also help improve biodiversity in the city.

Anyone with any photos of their fruit trees from last year, we would love to see them in the comments below.

03/11/2026

We are delighted to tell you that the lovely Compass sessions are back at Merryoaks Community Hall again, starting this Thursday, 5th November at 9.30am

Here’s what the class leader has told us about Thursday’s session-
Just to let you know this week is going to be slow stitching to make a card or bookmark:
'Slow stitching: a fancy name for pottering on with a needle and thread. We'll be using embroidery thread, beads and fabric pens to make bookmarks and/or cards. A restful, autumnal activity, ideal for accompanying a good old chat and a cuppa.

Join COMPASS for a creative wellbeing session, delivered by the St Margaret's Centre, a mental health charity supporting families across County Durham, funded by Point North.'

03/11/2026

**TOY SWAP**TOY SWAP**TOY SWAP**

Have you sorted through those old toys your children no longer play with, and have them ready for the Merryoaks Give and Get…Read on…..

We are delighted to announce that at our next Merryoaks Community Hall regular monthly Coffee Morning on 7th November, we are holding the Merryoaks Give and Get. This is a special event to give good-quality, preloved toys a chance to find new homes. Come along and see what’s available! You don’t need to bring a toy to take part, but if you have clean, complete toys in excellent condition that your children have outgrown, you are more than welcome to bring them along so that others can benefit from your donation.

As always, there’s plenty more to enjoy:

-a cuppa, some cake and a chat
-books and jigsaws to borrow
-Ecologico, the mobile refill shop - bring your own containers
-local councillors on hand to discuss any local issues
-our regular electrical testing and repair team

Whether you’re coming to find a toy, enjoy a cuppa, meet your neighbours or make use of one of our other activities, you’ll be very welcome.

Everyone welcome- we look forward to seeing you at Merryoaks, Saturday 7th November 10.30am to 1pm

Any funds raised will go towards supporting our Merryoaks Playgroup.

01/11/2026

We are delighted to announce that at our next Merryoaks Community Hall regular monthly Coffee Morning on 7th November, we are holding the Merryoaks Give and Get. This is a special event to give good-quality, preloved toys a chance to find new homes. Come along and see what’s available! You don’t need to bring a toy to take part, but if you have clean, complete toys in excellent condition that your children have outgrown, you are more than welcome to bring them along so that others can benefit from your donation.

As always, there’s plenty more to enjoy:

-a cuppa, some cake and a chat
-books and jigsaws to borrow
-Ecologico, the mobile refill shop - bring your own containers
-local councillors on hand to discuss any local issues
-our regular electrical testing and repair team

Whether you’re coming to find a toy, enjoy a cuppa, meet your neighbours or make use of one of our other activities, you’ll be very welcome.

Everyone welcome- we look forward to seeing you at Merryoaks, Saturday 7th November 10.30am to 12 noon

Any funds raised will go towards supporting our Merryoaks Playgroup.

30/10/2026

Happy Halloween👻👻💀🧟‍♂️🎃🎃

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