The Four Clocks Centre

The Four Clocks Centre "Improving the quality of life for local people" Each week you can socialise with other parents/carers whilst the children play with toys and other activities.

The Bishop Auckland Community Partnership is a registered charity; it has many projects under its umbrella that are beneficial to local people and visitors to Bishop Auckland Town. We are passionate about helping the younger to older community and make positive changes to an individual's life. For further information on any of our projects listed or
to hire a room, call 01388 609852 or email receptionfourclocks@btconnect.com

All our projects are funded and non-profit making, made up with part time staff and volunteers. The Four Clocks Centre is the main project where we facilitate meeting rooms for many organisations as well as sign posting and being home to the Kings Trust, Time For You Tearoom and also
NHS Speech & Language Therapy, Eric Knows, Hiyed CIC and Resolve Counselling services and R Figg councelling services


Time 4 Toddlers - this group is a parent/carer led group. Cost is £1.50. + 50p per child. Visit the page to book your session. https://www.facebook.com/groups/293329216037088/

Bump to Beyond Infant Feeding Group
Every Thursday 9.30 -11.30
Infant feeding peer support group led by a trained breastfeeding and formula feeding/support/information. baby sensory play and toddler play free healthy snack for weaning babies and toddlers. an opportunity to meet new mums and socialise babies under 3 years old. FREE TO ATTEND

Bishop Auckland Family Contact Centre - "Putting Your Children First"
The family contact centre is a place where a child or children of separated families can enjoy contact with the absent parent in a relaxed, safe and comfortable environment. This helps to maintain contact between a child and both parents. Cultivate 4 Life - "Footsteps to a brighter future"
This project aims to support the young people and adults of Bishop Auckland and surrounding areas, with their current circumstances and needs, providing a holistic horticultural working environment and one to one support, together aid the community they are a part of. The Four Clocks Club - this project is aimed for the older generation of Bishop Auckland, who may need some company to help combat loneliness or isolation. So, if you are looking for a fun filled Friday afternoon then please feel free to join this club, they enjoy a range of activities and have drinks/cakes. The club runs every Friday (not including bank holidays), 13:00 - 15:00 and has a small charge of £2.00 per week. The club also enjoy going out visiting places, some previous trips include; Doncaster, York, Shields and Lanchester Garden Centre. The Four Clocks Memory Club - is aimed for those in the community who suffer with Alzheimer's/Dementia. The club runs fortnightly on Tuesdays from 13:00 - 15:00, Again, all activities are designed to help those remember the good old days whilst enjoying tea/coffee and cakes.

26/02/2026
26/02/2026
18/02/2026

February Half Term

Jump aboard and explore the beautiful North East with a discount if you arrive by bus - http://www.goodjourney.org.uk/

Kids Go Free on the Bus!
During school holidays, up to 3 kids aged 11 and under can travel FREE when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket - thanks to the Mayor's Kids Go Free initiative.
Hop on and explore the North East!

The Mayor’s Fares:

Under 22 / GRF£1:

This festive season, hop on the bus!
With the Mayor’s Fares travel for just £1 if you are 21 or under.
👉 Visit northeast-ca.gov.uk/bus

GRF£3:

£3. All day. All over.
Unlimited travel if you are 21 or under on bus, Metro & Shields Ferry with the Mayor’s Fares.
👉 Visit northeast-ca.gov.uk/bus

Adult Fares / £2.50:

Just £2.50!
Take any single journey across the North East for no more than £2.50 with the Mayor’s Fares!
T&Cs apply.

£7.50:

One ticket. All day. Any bus!
Anywhere across the North East with the Mayor’s Fares!

18/02/2026

Schedule your appointment online Savage Martial Arts UK

17/02/2026

Save the date 🗓

Our Bishop Auckland Carers Group meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month, 10:30am–12pm.

Add it to your calendar and come along whenever you need support :-)

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What are the Carer Groups?

Our Carers Groups offer a relaxed, welcoming space for Carers to take a break, have a cuppa, and spend time with people who genuinely understand what caring can be like.

They’re informal and friendly - there’s no pressure to share your story, no expectations, and no need to prepare. You can simply come along, sit quietly, chat if you want to, and enjoy being around others who get it.

As well as offering connection and companionship, the groups provide an opportunity to share experiences, pick up useful information, and find out more about the support available.

Many Carers tell us the biggest benefit is knowing they’re not alone.

Whether you come every month or just once, you’ll be met with warmth, understanding, and the reassurance that support is there when you need it.

17/02/2026

Patients, visitors and colleagues travelling to University Hospital of North Durham are advised to allow extra time for their journeys due to upcoming road and footpath works near Aykley Heads Business Park and County Hall.

The works will begin on Monday 16 February and are expected to last for approximately 12 weeks.

Please see a map of the works below. The works may affect access routes for people travelling through the Aykley Heads area, including those attending appointments at the hospital.

To minimise disruption, access will be maintained wherever possible, but some changes will be in place:

• Pedestrian and vehicle access will be maintained Monday to Friday wherever possible

• One-way vehicle access (southbound only) between Aykley Heads Business Park and County Hall

• No northbound vehicle access beyond the County Hall barrier/mini roundabout during the works

• Pedestrian routes will remain open on at least one side, with clearly signed diversions if required

• Weekend road and footpath closures may take place for surfacing works (weather dependent)

• Alternative parking arrangements have been put in place at affected sites and will be managed locally

County Durham and Darlington NHS Foundation Trust apologise for any inconvenience that may be caused, and thank everyone for their patience.

14/02/2026

💙 Power of Attorney, Wills & Trusts – A Guide for Carers

This can be a very delicate subject, but it's also so comforting to know your loved ones are protected and their interests are respected for the future.

If this is something you'd like to learn more about, join us for this free online session designed specifically for Carers.

Learn about:

📝 Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) – what it is, why it’s important, and how to set one up

📜 Wills – ensure your loved one’s wishes are respected and their assets protected

🏡 Trusts – how they work and how they provide security for the future

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📅 Date: Monday 23rd February 2026

⏰ Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm

📍 Location: Online

✨ Hear from expert speakers, get your questions answered, and gain peace of mind knowing your loved one is protected.

📌 Book your place here: https://dccarers.org/events/poa-wills-trusts-928-286/

10/02/2026

The future of Bishop Auckland starts with YOU 💬

The draft vision for Bishop Auckland is here, and we want your thoughts on what comes next.

🗓️ Have your say until 1 March
💻 Complete the quick online survey
📝 Prefer paper? Pick up a response sheet at Bishop Auckland Library or the Town Hall café from 6 February

👉 Take the survey here:
https://letstalkcountydurham.co.uk/en-GB/projects/ba-strategic-place-plan-copy (closes 1 March)

📎 The survey questions are available via the link to help you plan your responses in advance.
✉️ You can also send your thoughts by email to letstalkcountydurham@durham.gov.uk or post them to the Consultations Team, Durham County Council, Rivergreen Centre, Aykley Heads, Durham, DH1 5TS (just make sure it arrives before the closing date).

07/02/2026
06/02/2026

Need advice or support? We’re here to help.

We have face-to-face advice appointments across County Durham. You can contact us by phone or complete our online referral form to check what support we can offer.

Don’t struggle alone, get in touch and let’s talk.

0330 441 6515
groundwork.org.uk/advice

Advice in County Durham

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