Welcome to Castle Eden

Castle Eden is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. The village is known for its picturesque beauty and rich history. The village is home to the Castle Eden Dene, which is a nature reserve that is popular among tourists and locals alike. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including otters, badgers, and foxes. The reserve is also home to a number of rare plant species, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

The village of Castle Eden is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Castle Eden Inn, which dates back to the 18th century. The inn is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, offering a range of traditional British dishes and ales. The village is also home to the Castle Eden Brewery, which has been producing beer since the 1820s. The brewery is known for its traditional brewing methods and its range of award-winning ales.

Overall, Castle Eden is a charming village that is steeped in history and natural beauty. The village is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the tranquility of the countryside. Whether you are interested in history, nature, or simply enjoying a pint of ale in a traditional British pub, Castle Eden has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Hesleden Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs D Dunn	Hesleden Hartlepool TS27 4PT 01429836376 School Website
The Academy At Shotton Hall Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Alexandra Hook	Passfield Way Peterlee Durham SR8 1AU 01915180222 School Website
Shotton Hall Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Bowmaker	Waveney Road Peterlee Durham SR8 1NX 01915864515 School Website
Hutton Henry C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Susan Gibbins	Hutton Henry Hartlepool TS27 4RY 01429836219 School Website
Our Lady Of The Rosary Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Marie Graham	Westway Peterlee County Durham SR8 1DE 1915862264 School Website
St Bede's Catholic School And Byron Sixth Form College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Frances Cessford	Westway Peterlee County Durham SR8 1DE 1915876220 School Website
Dene Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr David Nelson	Manor Way Peterlee County Durham SR8 5RL 1915546000 School Website
Dene House Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Lee Blake	Manor Way Peterlee Durham SR8 5RL 01915862937
Howletch Lane Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Beattie	Pennine Drive Peterlee Durham SR8 2NQ 01915862765 School Website
Wellfield Community School A Specialist Maths And Computing College Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Hammond	North Road East Wingate Durham TS28 5AX 01429838783 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Horden South East View, Horden, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 4EA 2.09 Miles

Hartlepool Station Approach, Hartlepool, Durham, TS24 7ED 6.24 Miles

Seaton Carew Station Lane, Seaton Carew, Durham, TS25 1DW 7.77 Miles

Billingham Marsh House Avenue, Billingham, Cleveland, Durham, TS23 3TG 9.29 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 10.23 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Young's Taxis 0191 518 4242 2 Brancepeth, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 1LU 0.72 Miles
Amorus Executive Private Hire 07880 726315 Southway, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 1DX 1.09 Miles
Peterlee Executive Cars 07739 949886 8 Donerston Grove, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 1QH 1.17 Miles
Peterlee Airport Taxis 07739 949886 8 Donerston Grove, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 1QH 1.17 Miles
Ace Executive Travel 0191 518 2542 9 Hulme Court, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 2NU 1.35 Miles
Central Taxis (Peterlee) Ltd 0191 586 1100 6 Hardwick Ct, Hartlepool, Durham, TS27 4FB 1.46 Miles
Peters Taxis 07824 789549 14 Furness Close, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 2PB 1.71 Miles
Orchid Chauffeurs 0191 586 7186 Briarlee, Hartlepool, Durham, TS27 4QJ 1.73 Miles
Phillips Taxis 0191 586 3698 102 Edenhill Rd, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5DE 1.75 Miles
Phillips Taxis 0191 586 1234 102 Edenhill Road, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 5DE 1.75 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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Castle Eden Inn - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Hesleden Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Castle Eden Golf Club Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dene View - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Appleby Way - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakerside Drive Post Office Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
O'neill Drive - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hutton Henry Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Green - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Wellfield - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pennine Drive - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Peterlee Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Peterlee 0191 5864331	Peterlee Community Hospital O'neill Drive Peterlee County Durham SR8 5UQ
Peterlee Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	C/O Blackhall And Peterlee Practice O'neill Drive Peterlee SR8 5UQ
Peterlee Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	C/O Blackhall And Peterlee Practice O'neill Drive Peterlee SR8 5UQ
Peterlee Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	C/O Blackhall And Peterlee Practice O'neill Drive Peterlee SR8 5UQ
Intrahealth Vawas 0191 5181564	William Brown Centre Peterlee Co Durham SR8 5TW

Local Stores

Wingate - Durham Road
Durham Road
Wingate
Durham
TS28 5HS
01429 835229
Store Website
1.80 miles

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SPAR Peterlee
Easington Tyre Centre
Acre Rigg Filling Station
Essington Way
Peterlee
SR8 5AZ
0191 587 0004
Store Website
2.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group
Cotsford Lane Horden Durham SR8 4JJ 01915869783 info@cliftonlodgevets.co.uk Website 1.86 miles

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Firstvets
Cvs Group Plc 1 Hall Street South Hetton Durham County Durham DH6 2TU 0191 526 2963 5.32 miles

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Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group
24-26 Stockton Road Hartlepool Cleveland TS25 1RL 01429 272435 info@cliftonlodgevets.co.uk Website 6.36 miles
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Bridge Veterinary Group
Stranton Veterinary Surgery 13 Vicarage Gardens Stockton Road Hartlepool Cleveland TS25 1TU 01429 275003 6.37 miles
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Hartlepool Vets4pets Ltd
Unit 2, Belle Vue Neighbourhood Hartlepool Cleveland TS25 1QF 01429 224555 hartlepool@vets4pets.com 6.82 miles
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Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group
7 East End Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees Cleveland TS21 3AU 01740 622126 info@cliftonlodgevets.co.uk 7.27 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 2.98 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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Hawthorn Dene
Woodland Walk With The Chance To Continue On Towards The Beach. Lots Of Different Routes To Take. Can Get Muddy Depending On The Weather (See Photo) Unnamed Road Lancashire 4.77 miles Park On The Road Before The Bungalow On The Right Hand Side. Either Walk Right After The Bungalow Or Continue Straight Ahead. Plenty To Explore

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Summerhill
Varied Terrain. Popular With Large Number Of Dog Walkers, Cyclists, Runners And Horse Riders Alike. Backfields Hartlepool Lancashire TS26 0DN 5.63 miles

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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 7.68 miles

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Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park
Absolute Gem Of A Dog Walking Area, Easy To Find Just Off The A19 . Plenty Of Dog Walkers Use It And It Has A National Cycle Network Route Beside It. A1185 Billingham Lancashire TS23 3NF 8.68 miles

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Teesmouth Beach
Good Dog Walking Beach With Wide Open Space And Sand Dunes Also. Unnamed Road Hartlepool Lancashire TS25 2DT 9.53 miles

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