County Durham school children bring Seaham to life in new booklet
A new booklet created by County Durham school children has been published, celebrating the history of the region.
Our Town is a booklet created by pupils from Seaham Trinity Primary School alongside artist Susan Warlock.
The booklet brings Seaham’s heritage to life through creative writing and illustration and teaches people about the Seaham Townscape Heritage Project – delivered by Durham County Council.
The booklet explores a range of historical events including the George Elmy lifeboat disaster, the bombardment of Seaham, Seaham’s artillery history and the Seaham Bottleworks.
Councillor Karen Allison, Durham County Council’s cabinet member for leisure, tourism, regeneration and high street, said: “Seaham has received significant investment in recent years and the Townscape Heritage Project has played a vital role in helping to restore historic buildings, celebrate local heritage and strengthen the town centre.
"We are also delighted to officially launch the Our Town booklet which provides a wonderful insight into Seaham’s history through the eyes of young people.”