Welcome to Eastgate

Eastgate Durham is a historic market town located in the northeast of England. It is situated on the River Wear and is known for its beautiful architecture, rich history, and vibrant culture. The town has a population of around 48,000 people and is home to a number of notable landmarks, including Durham Castle and Durham Cathedral, both of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

One of the main attractions of Eastgate Durham is its stunning architecture. The town is home to a number of historic buildings, including the aforementioned Durham Castle and Cathedral, as well as the Durham Town Hall and the Durham Market Hall. These buildings are all examples of the town's rich history and are a testament to the skill and craftsmanship of the people who built them. Visitors to Eastgate Durham can take a walking tour of the town to see these buildings up close and learn more about their history.

In addition to its architecture, Eastgate Durham is also known for its vibrant culture. The town is home to a number of festivals and events throughout the year, including the Durham Regatta, the Durham Miners' Gala, and the Durham Book Festival. These events attract visitors from all over the world and are a great way to experience the town's unique culture and traditions. Whether you're interested in history, architecture, or culture, Eastgate Durham has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Stanhope Barrington Cofe Primary School
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Deb Cross
Westcroft
Stanhope
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 2NU
1388528218
School Website
Rookhope Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Hodgkinson
Rookhope
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 2DA
01388517268
School Website
St Johns Chapel Primary School
Community School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hodgkinson
Burnfoot
St Johns Chapel
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 1QH
01388537332
School Website
Frosterley Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Mary Clare Carr
Bridge End
Frosterley
Weardale
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 2SN
01388528358
School Website
Wearhead Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hodgkinson
Wearhead
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 1BN
01388537265
School Website
Wolsingham School
Academy Converter
Ages:11-16
Head Teacher
Mr Nick Mitchinson
The Grammar School Building
West End
Wolsingham
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 3DJ
1388527302
School Website
Wolsingham Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Kitching
Upper Town
Wolsingham
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 3ET
01388527457
School Website
Castleside Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Alison Spence
Moorland Crescent
Castleside
Consett
Durham
DH8 9RG
01207508237
School Website
Moorside Primary Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Helen Templeton
Chester Road
Moorside
Consett
County Durham
DH8 8EQ
1207509724
School Website
Tow Law Millennium Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Jackson
Wear Street
Attlee Estate
Tow Law
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 4LF
01388730283
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Riding Mill
Riding Mill, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EP
14.78 Miles
Stocksfield
Stocksfield, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NQ
15.42 Miles
Corbridge
Station Road, Corbridge, Northumberland, NE45 5AY
15.64 Miles
Hexham
Station Road, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 1EU
15.87 Miles
Bishop Auckland
Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ
17.01 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Dale Link Private Hire
01388 527766
Unthank Hall, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2PQ
2.39 Miles
Peter's Private Hire
01388 527812
1 Fairfield Cottages, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2UU
2.82 Miles
Weardale Private Hire
01388 537800
5-6 Lanehill, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 1HJ
5.58 Miles
Lincab Taxis Of Crook
01388 763500
26 Holywood, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 3HE
7.49 Miles
Jeff's Taxis
07812 186639
33 Dunelm Road, Consett, Durham, DH8 8HP
10.78 Miles
A And Y Carriages
0191 373 4528
Lodge House Farm, Durham, Durham, DH7 9ER
11.90 Miles
A1 Cabs
01207 501088
Knitsley La, Consett, Durham, DH8 7NN
12.00 Miles
Delves Taxis
01207 590139
45 Fellside, Consett, Durham, DH8 7AW
12.17 Miles
Neasham Private Hire
01207 504425
21 Nelson St, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RA
12.18 Miles
Neashams Taxis
01207 504425
20 Nelson Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RA
12.18 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Eastgate - D
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West End Stanhope - D
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Ashcroft Stanhope - D
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Crawleyside Stanhope - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Rookhope
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Stanhope P . O .
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
Westgate
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East End Stanhope - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Briton Hall Westgate - D
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Dadry Shield - D
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Hill End Frosterley - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Chapel P.O.
Weekday Last Collection:16:00
Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
The Pryse - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Frosterley Street Po
Weekday Last Collection:16:45
Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Priority Mailbox:
Special Mailbox:
East End Frosterley - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
The Weardale Practice
01388 528555
Dale Street
Stanhope
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 2XD
St John's Chapel
01388 537296
Hood Street
St John's Chapel
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 1QW
Wolsingham Surgery
01388 527691
Market Place
Wolsingham
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 3AB
Old Forge Surgery
01833 640217
The Surgery
Middleton-In-Teesdale
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 0QE
Tow Law
01388 730251
Charlton House
Rear High Street
Tow Law
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 4DH
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Local Stores

St Johns Chapel
St Johns Chapel
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 1QF
01388 537210
Store Website
2.78 miles
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SPAR Wolsingham
Mill Garage
Durham Road
Wolsingham
DL13 3JB
03303551158
Store Website
7.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fellside Veterinary Group
Cowgarth Hill
Stanhope
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 2PA
01388 528349
2.50 miles
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Cattle

Equines

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Old Stone Vets Stanhope
Unit 1C &Amp; 1D Durham Dales Centre
Stanhope
County Durham
DL13 2FJ
01388 528866
oldstonevets@yahoo.co.uk
Website
2.72 miles
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Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

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Pigs

Poultry

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Wensleydale Vets - Hawes Branch
Hawes Auction Mart
Burtersett Road
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL13 3NP
01969 422201
info@wensleydale-vets.com
Website
9.70 miles
Animals Treated
Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

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Small Mammals

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Scott Mitchell Veterinary Care Ltd
29 High Street
Tow Law
County Durham
DL13 4DH
01388 731911
Towlaw@vets1.com
10.42 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Equines

Small Mammals

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Westway Veterinary Group
13-15 Medomsley Road
Consett
County Durham
DH8 5HE
01207 509997
info@vwestwayvets.com
Website
12.36 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Weardale Veterinary Clinic
34 Commercial Street
Crook
County Durham
DL15 9HR
01388 763743
weardale.vets@zen.co.uk
Website
13.24 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library
Newbiggin
7.17 miles

Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre
Location
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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
8.12 miles

Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.
Location
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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
8.12 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
8.12 miles

Start From The Tourist Information Centre.
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Chopwell Wood
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Chopwell Wood, Near Gateshead. This Walk Is A Gentle Stroll, On A Good Surfaced Trail, With Few Hills. The Walk Incorporates Part Of The Old Railway Line That Used To Carry Coal From Chopwell And High Spen Collieries To Derwenthaugh Cokeworks.
Lancashire
NE39 1LT
16.58 miles

From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.
Location
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Chopwell Woods
Chopwell
WOODS RD
16.60 miles

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