Durham/England – Freemasons host veterans fishing day in Bearpark
(by Gavin Engelbrecht, The Northern Echo, 25th August 2025)
The banks of a County Durham fishery were lined with former service personnel as more than 20 veterans took part in a fishing day organised by Durham Freemasons.
Held at Aldin Grange Fishery in Bearpark, the veterans’ fishing day aimed to offer participants a peaceful setting to reconnect, relax, and share experiences with others who have served.
The event was organised by the Chester-le-Street Anglers Lodge and supported by the Durham Provincial Armed Forces Network.
Veteran Kim Hills, who served in the Tank Regiment in Northern Ireland and the first Gulf War, said…
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