THE Shadforth Plough pub, in Shadforth, near Durham, has celebrated one year since it reopened. More than 150 people attended a celebration evening, with food and entertainment.

PARISH COUNCIL: Belmont Parish Council will meet in Belmont Community Centre, Sunderland Road, Gilesgate Moor, on Thursday, April 3, at 6pm.

MARIE CURIE: The Durham branch of Leeds Building Society, at 9 North Road, Durham City, is supporting the 2014 Marie Curie Cancer Care Great Daffodil Appeal by encouraging customers to take a daffodil for a suggested donation of £1.

ORCHID EVENT: The North East Orchid Society’s annual orchid show and craft fair will take place at Bowburn Community Centre, Durham Road, Bowburn, on Sunday, April 6, from 11am to 4pm. Entry is £2 for adults and free for children.

ARTA ARNICANE: Pianist Arta Arnicane will perform at Belmont Parish Hall, Broomside Lane, Belmont, tomorrow (Friday, March 28) at 2.30pm. The programme will include music by Debussy, Grieg and Rachmaninov. Tickets are £7, available at the door. To book, call 0191-384-8348.