A DELEGATION from a London synagogue visited Darlington this month.

The son of a founder of Darlington’s railway museum brought with him a party from the Kol Nefesh Synagogue when he visited his hometown.

Richard Wolfe, the son of the late Herbert Wolfe, introduced the visitors to the town where he was brought up and enjoyed the hospitality of its small but vibrant Hebrew Congregation.

The party toured historic sites in Darlington, including those associated with Mr Wolfe’s father, who was instrumental in the founding of the Head of Steam – Darlington Railway Museum.

They also enjoyed a number of services and study sessions alongside the Darlington congregation.

A statement from the Hebrew Congregation said Mr Wolfe had been delighted to discover the congregation still thrived.

It added: “As a community, old friendships were renewed, new friends made and links forged with Kol Nefesh.

“Darlington Hebrew Community was warmly thanked for their outstanding hospitality and were invited to a ‘return match’.

“It was a truly amazing two days.”