AN event to celebrate the life of a North-East poet and artist will take place next month.
The celebration of the work and achievements of Edward Gargate will take place at the Meet the Middletons display, in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, on Wednesday, November 10, at 7pm.
Gargate lived in Middleton in the mid to late 19th Century. He was badly debilitated by a growth on his legs, which meant he was unable to work in the local lead mining industry.
By the age of 20, Gargate was bedridden and he died in 1872 aged 23 following a leg amputation in Edinburgh Infirmary.
Despite his difficulties, Gargate persevered with his art and became an inspiring poet and popular artist, with his work regularly published in local newspapers.
Gargate's great-nephew, Brian Gargate, has permanently loaned a number of works to Meet the Middletons.
On November 10, visitors will be given a talk about Gargate's life, hear his poetry and view his work.
Tickets are £5 and include a wine and cheese supper. To book, call (01833) 640333.
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