We chat to Perthshire farmer and comedian Jim Smith who is bringing his show to Barnard Castle in January.

Tickets now on sale for John Lydon – Johnny Rotten of the Sex Pistols and leader of Public Image Ltd. He will take too the stage in November 2026.

Plus a look at what's coming up including Midwinter Revels, a celebration of Yuletide past, a couple off craft fairs and a new exhibition.