Billingham Collection

County Map of County Durham, c. 1777
From The Large English Atlas: or, a new set of map of all the counties of England and Wales drawn from the several surveys which have been hitherto been published

The Green & Duckpond, Norton, Yorkshire
The Green & Duckpond, Norton, Stockton, near Billingham, Yorkshire, England. Date: 1900s

Its all smiles from the cast of "Darling Mr London"
Its all smiles from the cast of " Darling Mr London" which has its world premier at Billingham Forum next week. And to give the play a publicity boost, Kim Grant

Lollipop Man Retires, Billingham, 1976

Vital statistical work by David Jason as inch by inch he gets the measure of Valerie Leon. All in a good cause of course. David, Valerie and the other girls, left to right, Janet Edis

The Gym at Billingham Forum. 18th February 1998

Billingham Forum, a leisure centre with indoor ice-rink and theatre. Billingham, County Durham. 14th February 1996

Britains leading rock climber Johnny Dawes opens the new climbing wall at Billingham Forum. 23rd May 1989

An aerial picture of Wynyard Hall, showing the main lake. Wynyard, Billingham, Cleveland, 14th November 1989

Postman Pat failed to deliver the goods when disappointed youngsters waited for him to launch their schools book week. But although the megastar mailmans costume got held up in the post

The new shopping centre in Billingham, County Durham. 31st August 1962

ICIs 312 foot high Nitram plant. The plant which cost 3 million was opened in November 1969. About 500, 000 was spent on cutting noise and pollution

The demolition of the Fertiliser Plant on ICI Billingham site. 23rd June 1993

The new style course in which unemployed youngsters are being trained in office skills at ICI Billingham is proving popular

ICI, Billingham. In left foreground can be seen the agricultural division HQ block, and in the background the Tee meanders. 26th April 1977

ICI, Billingham. The ICI CCF plant on the Haverton Hill Road (next to A19 and Portrack Lane). THe plant is being demolished. 30th April 1993

ICI, Billingham. On the left is the 200 foot long steel fermenter in position at the 40 million Pruteen plant, between Haverton Hill shipyard and Cowpen Lane industrial estate

ICI, Billingham, healthy eating campaign, a week when the workforce has the choice of low cholesterol, low fat food for lunch

Generating petrol from coal using the Hydrogenation process. Illustration by G H Davis of the Date: 1931

Barmaid retires in Billingham, enjoying a celebration drink with customers, 1973

A high-rise flat in Billingham, County Durham. January 1981

Billingham leek show. 1974

Children enjoying a game of ice hockey during half term at Billingham Forum. 18th February 1998

Line dancing at Billingham Forum. 18th February 1998

Bob Watkinson on the climbing wall at Billingham Forum. 26th January 1992

Billingham Forum open day, a chance to see behind the scenes at the Forum Theatre. Visitors thronged backstage to be shown the magic of the lighting

The bar area, Billingham Forum. 11th May 1981

Skiing machine in operation, Billingham Forum. Circa 1972

The newly refurbished swimming pool, Billingham Forum. 18th September 1991

Ice skating at Forum, Billingham. Cira 1975

As Prince Philip walks through Billingham Square Shopping Centre he looks at the new two level shopping lay out. 15th October 1963

Retired mens club, Billingham. 1972

Sports marathon at Billingham. 1973

Billingham Ski Club. 1972

Holy Rosary nursery christmas concert. Billingham, 21st December 1994

Visitors to Billingham Beck Valley test out the delights of nettle soup. Walk leader Alex Weir (second left) and assistant warden Howard Ward (third left)

Families enjoy bird watching at Billingham Beck Country Park. 30th May 1994

Pupils turned businessmen and women at Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham - and most made a profit. The 75, 15-year-old boys and girls were taking part in the first business game at the school

Bank giants Nat West have given a cheque to students Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham for £ 75 as part of their nationwide Project Respond scheme

The children of Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham, hope to raise £ 300 by selling imaginary bricks for the Middlesbrough Spastics Society centre in just two-weeks of fundraising

Pictured with the four winning designs in a Christmas card competition at Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham, are the three winners - left to right Darren Gamble (High Clarence)

This group of Cleveland schoolchildren raised quite a few blisters and £; 500 for the Cleveland Spastics Society when they completed the arduous Lyke Wake Walk

Grand opera came to Billingham yesterday when first-year pupils at Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham, put on their own production of All the Kings Men

Theres only one R on the minds of the 14 staff at Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham at the moment - and that stands for running

Top pupils at Brunner Comprehensive School, Billingham, were presented with their ICI prizes for overall achievement at last nights prize giving

Brunner Comprehensive School, Billinghams second years boys athletics team which is competing in the finals of the English Schools Cup at Crewe tomorrow

Joe Telford discusses programming with staff at Pentland Primary School, Billingham. December 1987

Pentland Primary Schools cook Marian Whitehouse shows off her cake created to celebrate the school being reopened after 50 years for its golden jubilee celebrations. 21st July 1989

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Billingham, a town in County Durham, has a rich history and diverse range of attractions. Dating back to the late 18th century, according to the County Map of County Durham from 1777, Billingham's roots run deep. The Green & Duckpond in nearby Norton, Yorkshire is a picturesque spot that brings smiles to locals and visitors alike. The town boasts various recreational facilities such as Billingham Forum, where an indoor ice-rink and theatre provide entertainment for all ages. It's no wonder that even the cast of "Darling Mr London" can't help but beam with joy. For adventure seekers, it offers thrilling opportunities like rock climbing. Renowned climber Johnny Dawes inaugurated the new climbing wall here, solidifying its status as a destination for adrenaline junkies. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Wynyard Hall's main lake captured beautifully in an aerial picture. Its serene surroundings make it an ideal place to unwind and connect with nature. However, not every event goes smoothly in Billingham; disappointed youngsters eagerly awaited Postman Pat only to be let down when he failed to deliver their goods on time. Industrial landmarks also shape the town's identity. The towering Nitram plant at ICI stands at an impressive 312 feet high after costing £3 million during construction - a testament to Billingham's industrial prowess. Yet progress sometimes means saying goodbye to old structures; on June 23rd, 1993, the Fertiliser Plant on ICI Billingham site was demolished - marking both an end and a new beginning for this evolving community. In terms of education and training opportunities, unemployed youngsters are being equipped with office skills through innovative courses offered by ICI at their headquarters in Billingham - preparing them for future success. Lastly, Haverton Hill Road houses another significant facility: the ICI CCF plant. This establishment plays a crucial role within the agricultural division HQ block located nearby – a testament to Billingham's contribution to various industries.