The Old Rectory
The Old Rectory is a historic building in the heart of Houghton-le-Spring providing a space for community groups and social entrepreneurs to work together to create a vibrant hub and co-working space.
What’s been happening:
The Old Rectory has been working to involve the young people in Houghton in music activities. Their older youth group has developed and programmed a youth music festival in February 2025, which saw local young musicians perform. The group also took part in DJing and rap workshops learned more about the music industry.
Find out more:
The Broadway, Houghton le Spring, DH4 4BB
WEBSITE: https://www.theoldrectory.co.uk/
Check out the video below to find out more about The Old Rectory’s work as part of A Space to Create.
This project is part-funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills. For more information, visit UK Shared Prosperity Fund: prospectus - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
