"Stanley's Superhero" - South Stanley Junior School
This poem was created by Drew, Robert, Byron, Livy and Imogen, Year 6 pupils at South Stanley Junior School as part of our 'Celebrating Stanley' project. They were inspired by Michael Heaviside, whose heroic actions in the First World War earned him the Victoria Cross. Through their words, the pupils show why Heaviside remains an enduring symbol of strength and honour in Stanley's history.
Benfieldside Community Garden / October 21st, 2024
Duncan Barnett - Volunteer Podcast
Take a listen and discover the origins of our very own community garden. As a district councillor representing Benfieldside in the 1990s, listen to Duncan Barnett's description of the establishment of a community garden in Benfieldside, the very garden that we now call Benfieldside Community Garden.
Benfieldside Community Garden / February 27th, 2026
Forest School Training
Thank you to the The National Lottery Community Fund for supporting our Outdoor First Aid course training for the community garden, and helping us prepare for Forest School.
Celebrating Stanley / December 16th, 2025
Digital Inclusion / December 16th, 2025
June's Celebration of Stanley
June has lived in Stanley for 50 years and brought up in a mining village. Listen to her Celebrating Stanley podcast here as she shares her fondest memories of the town.