County Durham mum gives birth on car's back seat at Esso garage on dash to hospital
A County Durham mum gave birth on the backseat of her car in a Sedgefield petrol station as she was being rushed to hospital.
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A County Durham mum gave birth on the backseat of her car in a Sedgefield petrol station as she was being rushed to hospital.

Well now, you won't believe what happened right here in Sedgefield! A brave mum, Sarah Frost, ended up having her baby in a most unexpected place – our local petrol station! What a story to tell the little one when they're older!
Arun and Rakesh Wadhwa might have run Sedgefield Fisheries on Front Street for four years, but have managed to secure its place in The Northern Echo Best Chippy 2026 shortlist.
A person has been airlifted to hospital after being injured at Hardwick Country Park near Sedgefield.
Theresa Newell celebrated her 100th birthday by donating £400 to Sedgefield Community Hospital.
Sedgefield Players Youth Section staged a colourful production of Alice in Wonderland at Sedgefield Parish Hall
The Big Fat Greek Fest will return to Hardwick Hall Hotel in Sedgefield on September 26, bringing a vibrant mix of music, dance and Greek-inspired celebration to the North East for its third year.
A County Durham man has denied causing serious injury by dangerous driving after a BMW smashed into a tree.
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