Climbahub: A Unique Fitness Concept In Newcastle
Issue 120
Issue 120
A year of growth in the North East With 2026 underway, Johnston Carmichael is reflecting on a year defined by momentum, growth and a strengthening presence in the North East. From senior appointments and national leadership roles to community investment and the launch of new platforms, the firm has continued to build on its reputation as a people-led, purpose-driven adviser. During 2025, the Newcastle office moved into a phase of sustained growth and expansion. Since opening in 2023, the office has grown rapidly and now has a team of 23 and counting. The team advises a broad mix of entrepreneurial…
West House provides some of the finest country living within this prime region of mid Northumberland. This truly fabulous, Georgian country residence, offering unique accommodation maintained to an extremely high standard, comes to the market for the first time in over 35 years and enjoys traditional architecture and considerable character supported by modern, luxurious fittings. Situated to the western boundary…
Issue 117
Issue 120
Shortly after Christmas, the temperature dropped and dropped. Bitterly cold nights followed by sparkling, frozen days. Finally, the pool in the river, which usually swirls and moves, developed a ‘lid’ of ice, creating a new playground for those of us who regularly immerse ourselves in the chilly water. Out with the axe and the joy of making a space to play in the river which has taken on a whole new personality. One day, I caught a glimpse of something moving quickly on the ice platform on the other side of the river, an otter maybe? No!!! A chocolate brown mink, with a pink nose, showing as much interest in us as we were in him. This can be a tricky time of year. Short days, not much light and since the fox ate all our chickens and ducks, not so many obvious models around for paintings. Fortunately, the remaining…