Thornton Pocket Park was formally opened on 14th September 2019. The Rt Hon Kevan Jones MP and the Chairman of Durham County Council, Katie Corrigan formally opened the park for the local community to enjoy. The launch event was well supported, the sun was shining and the children had fun with the park equipment. Donna Mitchenson and her mam, Christine from Culture for Kids supported the event providing the children with the things they enjoy- glitter tattoos; balloon modelling and face painting. Parish Councillor Mick Rodgers arranged with Durham Constabulary for their badge making equipment to be kindly used at the event. They were all non-stop busy for the two hours, thank you to Donna, Christine and Cllr Rodgers for making the event so much fun for the children. All the children received a free ice cream provided at cost as a gesture of community goodwill by Peter Bolton of Kings Ices. John Driver, Land & Planning Director of Taylor Wimpey North East who attended the event said ‘It was clear to see a thriving, proud and happy community.’ Pelton Parish Council would like to say a  big thank you to the community for supporting the event.