DAY, a youth led charity working across many of the old pit villages on the outskirts of Durham, proudly marched in the Miners Gala carrying the Sherburn Collieries banner recently.
Battling the rain and wind the young people and youth workers celebrated the 138th Gala. Over the last few years the charity have worked closely with Redhills, the Durham Miners Association.
The youth groups have learnt a lot about the history of the Gala and the what the miners, their families and the communities when through during the strike. Brass bands played, there were speeches and performances all day and a real sense of community.
DAY will continue to work with Redhills to ensure the young people understand their heritage and look forward to the Big Meeting next year!