Falstone Show
Last updated at 11:04, Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Falstone Show confirmed its reputation as one of the main attractions on the North Tyne community calendar.
First published at 11:03, Wednesday, 22 August 2012
Published by http://www.hexhamcourant.co.uk
This week in... 1885
Saturday, June 20th, 1885Over 2,000 people attended the Temperance Gala held at Greencroft Park, Haltwhistle.
Led by the Bardon Mill Brass Band, 12 temperance societies paraded through the town, prior to an open air meeting in the park.
During the event the Rev. J.M. Russel condemned the House of Commons for rejecting a proposal to increase taxes on spirits and beer.
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