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The Houghton Feast (an extraordinary annual fair held every October since the 14th century), the church of St Michael and All Angels, and a Tyne and Wear market town with one of England's oldest continuous fairs
A little history
The Houghton Feast has been held every October since 1426 — one of England's oldest continuous fairs. The town grew as a mining and market centre in the Durham coalfield. The church has connections to Bernard Gilpin, the 'Apostle of the North'.
The Houghton Feast in October is one of the North East's great community events. The church for Bernard Gilpin's history. The weekly market.
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Houghton-le-Spring is a place in Tyne and Wear known for the Houghton Feast (an extraordinary annual fair held every October since the 14th century), the church of St Michael and All Angels, and a Tyne and Wear market town with one of England's oldest continuous fairs. The Houghton Feast has been held every October since 1426 — one of England's oldest continuous fairs. The population is around 35,000.
The town centre has independent cafes and food options. Market days for local produce.
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