Welcome to Bishop Auckland

Bishop Auckland is a small town located in County Durham, England. It is situated approximately 12 miles northwest of Darlington and 12 miles southwest of Durham. The town is known for its rich history and cultural heritage, which is reflected in its many historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in Bishop Auckland is the Auckland Castle, which was built in the 12th century and served as the residence of the Bishop of Durham for over 900 years.

Apart from its historic landmarks, Bishop Auckland is also known for its vibrant arts and culture scene. The town is home to the Bishop Auckland Town Hall, which hosts a variety of events and performances throughout the year. The town also has a number of art galleries and museums, including the Bishop Auckland Art Gallery and the Mining Art Gallery, which showcase the works of local artists and celebrate the town's mining heritage.

In recent years, Bishop Auckland has undergone significant regeneration, with new housing developments and retail parks being built in the town. Despite these changes, the town has managed to retain its unique character and charm, making it a popular destination for tourists and visitors. With its rich history, cultural heritage, and vibrant arts scene, Bishop Auckland is a town that has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Cockton Hill Infant School Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Thomas Cuthbertson	Mcintyre Terrace Cockton Hill Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 6HW 01388604627 School Website
Cockton Hill Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs J Cooper	Mcintyre Terrace Cockton Hill Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 6HW 01388602058 School Website
King James I Academy Bishop Auckland Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Simon Whitehead	South Church Road Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 7JZ 01388603388 School Website
Etherley Lane Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Jo Madgwick	Hazel Grove Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 7RF 01388604835 School Website
Etherley Lane Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kelly Ann Lee	Clarence Gardens Etherley Lane Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 7RB 01388603105 School Website
St Annes C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Suzanne Binks	Warwick Road Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 6LS 01388603359 School Website
Evergreen Primary School Community Special School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Judith Benson	Warwick Road Bishop Auckland DL14 6LS 01388459721 School Website
St Andrews Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs N James	St Andrew's Road Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 6RY 01388605385 School Website
Bishop Barrington Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Grant Sowerby	Woodhouse Lane Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6LA 1388603307 School Website
St Wilfrid's Catholic Primary School, Bishop Auckland Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Joanne Sands	Murphy Crescent Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6QH 1388603451 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 0.16 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 2.35 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 4.42 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 4.56 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 9.30 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cables Taxis Ltd 01388 602313 50 Prince's Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7BA 0.31 Miles
Jims Taxi Services 01388 605072 Stranton St, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7DP 0.37 Miles
Deluxe Travel 01388 601505 46 Seymour Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6JD 0.39 Miles
Michael's Travel 01388 661000 4 Saxon Ct, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7UA 0.41 Miles
Aabat Taxis 01388 607607 36A Rear Of Newgate St, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EG 0.48 Miles
Tailor Made Travel 01388 665555 Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6LE 0.54 Miles
Mc's Taxis 01388 604357 24 Worcester Place, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6UZ 0.71 Miles
Elite Taxis 01388 602500 5 Aldhun Cl, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6XL 0.77 Miles
Jeds Taxis 01388 661188 8 Aldhun Cl, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6XL 0.77 Miles
R And S Taxis 01388 458228 36 Lowther Rd, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6QU 0.98 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Newgate/Railway Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Asda South Church Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Cleveland Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Victoria Avenue 2Nd Aperture No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Henknowle Cornwall Place - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Station View Medical Centre 01388 452711	Station View Medical Ctr 29A Escomb Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AB
County Durham And Darlington Bcsc	Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AD
Time To Heal (Non Weight Bearing) Beds 01388 660990	Bishopgate Medical Centre 178 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7EJ
Bishopgate Medical Centre 01388 660990	Bishopgate Medical Centre 178 Newgate Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7EJ
Auckland Park Hospital	Westfield Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AE

Local Stores

Shildon - Dale Road
Dale Road
Shildon
Durham
DL4 2JT
01388 777826
Store Website
2.82 miles

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SPAR Bishop Auckland
2 Brooklands
Bishop Auckland
DL14 6PW
03303559237
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bishop Auckland Vets4pets Ltd
89 Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JN 01388 660280 bishopauckland@vets4pets.com 0.46 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
5-11 Tenters Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7AD 01388 602707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 0.48 miles
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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
1B Henson Close South Church Enterprise Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6WA 0.82 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
Dundas Street Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6AS 01388 602 707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 4.11 miles

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Sore Paws Veterinary Clinic
Unit 2A, Cobblers Hall Burnhill Lane Newton Aycliffe County Durham DL5 4SE 01325 308000 Website 4.31 miles

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Gilmoor Vets
Moor Veterinary Clinic 81 Durham Road Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6JW 01388 811311 jgash.gilmoorvets@btconnect.com Website 4.63 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hardwick Park
Good For Walks With All The Family, Especially Those With Younger Children. Dogs Are To Be Kept On The Lead During The Day And The Park Has Good Paths/Walkways Suitable For Pushchairs. There's Also Plenty Of Opportunity For The Children To Play And Explore. There Is A Fee To Park, A Café For Refreshments And Toilet Facilities. A177 Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS21 2DN 8.47 miles

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Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 12.61 miles

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Hurworth Burn
A Nice Walk Along The Reservoir Which Is Good For Prams Too! Dogs Can Be Off Lead But Be Aware There Are Also A Lot Of Cyclists That Use This Route Hurworth Burn Reservoir Lancashire 12.75 miles There Is A Car Park Just Up From Hurworth Barn Pet Hotel, It’S Just On Your Left After You Go Under The Bridge

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Riverside Park
Riverside Park Is A Really Good Family Friendly Park That's Great Fun For Dogs. The Park Itself Has Nice Accessible Paths. A Little Walk Away Past The Rowing Club Down The Riverside Is A Really Nice Walk, Great If You Wanted To Walk A Dog Away From All The Excitement Of The Park. Parking Was About £1 For Two Hours. There Are Ice Cream Vans And Drinks Sold In The Summer. Lumley New Rd Lancashire 14.37 miles

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Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 14.38 miles

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Billingham Beck Valley Country Park
Lovely Little Walk With Plenty Of Exciting Smells For My Typically Inquisitive Beagle Who Loved Exploring The Plethora Different Walkways. One Very Small Clearly Signposted Area Needs To Be Avoided To Rightly Protect Wildlife But Still Managed To Have A Beautiful Stroll For An Hour Or So Enjoying The Natural Tranquility Of The Park… Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Lancashire 15.67 miles Location Details Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Billingham Stockton-On-Tees Ts23 1Pb Directions The Site Is Situated Adjacent To The A19 On The A1027 Road To Billingham. Opening Times Parking Is Available On The Site, Open Daily Summer: 8.30Am - 9Pm Winter: 8.30Am - 5.30Pm

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