Welcome to Chilton

Chilton Durham is a small village located in County Durham, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the city of Durham and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village has a population of around 1,500 people and is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the beauty of the English countryside.

One of the most notable landmarks in Chilton Durham is the St. Aiden's Church. This historic church dates back to the 12th century and is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors who are interested in learning more about the history of the village.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Chilton Durham is also known for its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts. Visitors can enjoy hiking, cycling, and horseback riding in the surrounding countryside, or simply take a leisurely stroll through the village and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 10°C

Feels Like: 6.5°C

Wind: 19 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Chilton Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Carrie Dodsworth	Chilton Off New South View Ferryhill County Durham DL17 0PT 1388720255 School Website
Aycliffe Secure Centre Secure Units Ages:10-17 Head Teacher Ms Aileen Conlon	Care Of: Durham County Council 26 Chilton Way Chilton Ferryhill DL17 0SD 300263000
Ferryhill Station Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Joanne Sones	Ferryhill Station Ferryhill Durham DL17 0DB 01740651291 School Website
Kirk Merrington Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Murray	South View Kirk Merrington Spennymoor Durham DL16 7JB 01388816230 School Website
Ferryhill School Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Kevin Brennan	Merrington Road Ferryhill County Durham DL17 8RW 1740651554 School Website
Dean Bank Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pauline Northcott	Dean Bank Ferryhill Durham DL17 8PP 01740651512 School Website
Broom Cottages Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Sean Kavanagh	Broom Road Ferryhill Durham DL17 8AN 01740651363 School Website
The Woodlands Pupil Referral Unit Ages:6-16 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Candler	Broom Road Ferryhill DL17 8AN 01740656040 School Website
Woodham Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Andrew Bell	Washington Crescent Newton Aycliffe Durham DL5 4AX 01325300328 School Website
Cleves Cross Primary And Nursery School Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Christine Brentnall	Cleves Cross Ferryhill County Durham DL17 8QY 1740651599 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 3.27 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 3.93 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 4.03 Miles

Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 4.68 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 8.37 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
S And A Taxis 01388 722038 3 Beech Avenue, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 0JL 0.22 Miles
Trident Taxis 01325 319999 7 Haslewood Rd, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4XF 1.86 Miles
United Executive Travel 01740 652980 Mainsforth Road, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 9DE 1.96 Miles
Jaspers Taxis 07854 908160 17 Widecombe Walk, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 8DD 1.98 Miles
Jrb Taxis 07709 050184 8 Davy St, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 8PN 2.03 Miles
Tariff 1 Taxi 07719 026360 1 Richmond Cl, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 8DF 2.03 Miles
Ferryhill Taxis 01740 657222 3 North St, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 8HX 2.10 Miles
B And C Yellowcabs 01325 307478 2 Chilton Close, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4RH 2.16 Miles
B And C Cabs 01325 307478 2 Chilton Cl, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4RH 2.16 Miles
B L Taxis 01388 609036 4 Rutland Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 8JB 2.31 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Chilton Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
South View - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Norman Terrace - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Opal Avenue - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Windlestone Colliery - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rushyford - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Windlestone Hall Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chilton Lane - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Burnhill Way - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Coniston Road - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Broomside - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chilton Health Centre	Norman Terrace Chilton Ferryhill County Durham DL17 0HF
Ferryhill And Chilton Medical Practice 01740 651238	The Surgery Durham Road Ferryhill County Durham DL17 8JJ
Jubilee Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Pioneering Care Centre Carers Way Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE
Jubilee Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Pioneering Care Centre Carers Way Newton Aycliffe DL5 4SE
S1 Gp Enhanced Access Service 01325 311300	Cobblers Hall Surgery Carers Way Newton Aycliffe County Durham DL5 4SE

Local Stores

Ferryhill
9-10 Market Place
Ferryhill
Durham
DL17 8JN
01740 652719
Store Website
2.06 miles

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SPAR Chilton Way
A167 CHILTON BYPASS
Chilton Way
Ferryhill
DL17 0SD
01388722375
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Sore Paws Veterinary Clinic
Unit 2A, Cobblers Hall Burnhill Lane Newton Aycliffe County Durham DL5 4SE 01325 308000 Website 2.21 miles

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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Wear Referrals
Veterinary Hospital Bradbury Stockton-On-Tees TS21 2ES 01388 777770 info@wear-referrals.co.uk Website 2.39 miles
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Grange Vets
131 Shafto Way Newton Aycliffe Durham County Durham DL5 5QL 01325 465371 info@grangevets.co.uk Website 2.69 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
1 Neville Parade Newton Aycliffe County Durham DL5 5DH 01325 321871 3.00 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
Dundas Street Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6AS 01388 602 707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 3.28 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 3.49 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 3.78 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 8.18 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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Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 11.11 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 11.25 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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Preston Park
Walk Round The Grounds Of Preston Park A Large House Now A Museum (At Present Undergoing Restoration) And Alongside The River Tees With Woodland An Grassed Areas. Children's Playgrounds, Picnic Areas, Level Grass For Children's Games Lots Of Free Parking. Some Areas Are Sometimes "On Lead" But Plenty Of Places For All Dogs To Run And Investigate. 502 Yarm Rd Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS16 0BQ 12.29 miles Eaglescliffe

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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 12.36 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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