Eleven things you know if you're a regular at Durham Miners Gala

Each year, tens of thousands of people take to the streets of Durham to enjoy the popular Durham Miners Gala, in celebration of community spirit, trade union and working class culture.

It’s an important part of the North East’s heritage, and a unique experience. Here are some aspects you might recognise if you’re a regular at the Big Meeting.

9. Finding your way home

After 6pm all train carriages and buses are packed with chanting crowds, and the streets are filled with people walking miles and miles back to where they hope they parked their car. Photo: David Allan

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