In this special episode of Our Darling Town, we're thrilled to welcome back Chris Lloyd, our very first returning guest! As the Chief Features Writer for the Northern Echo, Chris is a true fountain of knowledge when it comes to Darlington’s rich and layered history.

Why bring him back now? Because there's no better time. Darlington is marking a momentous occasion: the 200th anniversary of the Stockton and Darlington Railway, the world’s first passenger railway. It's a landmark not just in our town's story, but in the history of global transportation and innovation.

Chris joins us to unpack the deep significance of this milestone, share some remarkable tales from Darlington’s past, and offer his unique insights into what this anniversary means for the present and future of the town.