Good progress is being made with the improvement project for the Caldon Canal through the village.

A dig over the summer has revealed remains of the railway from the former Victoria Mill at Stanley, and local people with old photos and long memories have helped explain how the mill, railway and swing-bridge across the canal operated. News is expected soon on funding to provide access, seating and interpretation boards for tourists and local residents . If you would like to get involved in any way, contact Henry Jebb on 503615.