From Ferry to Hill: Urban Growth

This article explores the historical development of Ferryhill from 1150 to 1995, focusing on pivotal events such as battles, coal mining agreements, rebellions, and societal changes. The narrative encompasses the role of Darham Monastery, the suppression of monasteries in 1539, and the town’s experiences during the First World War and the Great Depression. It also touches upon infrastructural developments like schools, bus stations, and local facility transformations in the 1960s and 1970s. The article concludes with a unique incident involving the theft and recovery of a tapestry created by the Dean Bank chat and craft team.