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Derwentdale Local History Society

Provides articles and photographs on the former steel towns of Consett and Shotley, together with notes on other local areas.

http://geocities.com/lacbillj/index.html

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Derwentside Volunteer Bureau

Promotes the development, support, and value of volunteering for community projects . Includes details of how to join, completed projects, current opportunities, news and contacts .

http://www.volunteerbureau.org.uk/

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Gateway Wheelers

Registered charity formed to provide resources for people with disabilities the opportunity to enjoy, participate and benefit from cycling. Includes information on available cycles, monthly rides, and contacts .

http://www.derwentside.org.uk/community/gateway/

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Grave Text

Offers database searches and downloadable transcripts of monumental inscriptions from cemetries in the Derwent Valley.

http://www.gravetext.co.uk

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Spice Project

Aims to encourage young people to play an active role in citizenship by becoming involved in community issues, local democracy and the use of ICT. Includes a range of information on projects and the local community .

http://www.spiceproject.org.uk/

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