Welcome to Edmondsley

Edmondsley is a small village located in County Durham, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the city of Durham and has a population of around 1,500 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. There are several footpaths and bridleways that lead through the surrounding fields and woods, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 19th century, Edmondsley was a thriving mining community, with several coal mines operating in the area. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to live, with a strong sense of community. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The village also has a cricket club, which plays in the Durham Cricket League.

Overall, Edmondsley is a charming and welcoming village that offers a high quality of life for its residents. With its beautiful countryside, rich history, and strong sense of community, it is a great place to live or visit. Whether you are looking for a peaceful retreat or an active outdoor lifestyle, Edmondsley has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 12.1°C

Feels Like: 9.4°C

Wind: 17.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Edmondsley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs A Rees	Edmondsley Durham DH7 6DU 01913710443 School Website
St Bede's Catholic Primary School, Sacriston Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Sam Clarke	Front Street Sacriston Durham County Durham DH7 6AB 1913710272 School Website
Sacriston Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Parks	Witton Road Sacriston Durham DH7 6LQ 1913710777 School Website
Nettlesworth Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Donna Lee	Front Street Nettlesworth Chester Le Street Durham DH2 3PF 01913710444 School Website
Hermitage Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Darren Stewart	Waldridge Lane Chester Le Street County Durham DH2 3AD School Website
Roseberry Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Dunn	Pelton Lane Pelton Chester Le Street Durham DH2 1NP 01913700182 School Website
Witton Gilbert Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paula Nelson	Sacriston Lane Witton Gilbert Durham DH7 6TF 01913710424 School Website
Newker Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Melanie Kirkland	Waldridge Road Chester Le Street Durham DH2 3AA 01913887099 School Website
Bullion Lane Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Miss Sarah Barningham	Bullion Lane Chester Le Street Durham DH2 2DP 01913882482 School Website
West Pelton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss Victoria Hewison	Twizell Lane West Pelton Stanley Durham DH9 6SQ 01913700238 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 2.50 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 4.49 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 7.85 Miles

Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 8.29 Miles

Heworth Sunderland Road, Heworth, Tyne And Wear, NE10 0NE 8.49 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
M And L Taxis 0191 371 1640 36 Westhills Close, Durham, Durham, DH7 6AY 0.71 Miles
Mr Lee Wilson M And L Taxis 0191 371 1640 36 West Hills Close, Durham, Durham, DH7 6AY 0.71 Miles
Chester Town Taxis 0191 387 1077 7 Lime St, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2 3SG 1.10 Miles
Blakey Taxis 0191 371 0322 6 Parkside, Durham, Durham, DH7 6JU 1.19 Miles
Chas's Taxis 0191 371 1488 13 Gregson Street, Durham, Durham, DH7 6HU 1.22 Miles
A A C Taxis 0191 307 7002 Ferndene Av, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2 2NT 1.62 Miles
Aaa Taxis 0191 387 1300 19 Ferndene Avenue, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2 2NT 1.62 Miles
La Taxis 0191 387 5851 11 Briarwood Avenue, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2 2NP 1.62 Miles
Aa And C Chester Taxis 0191 388 7766 19 Ferndene Av, Chester Le Street, Durham, DH2 2NT 1.62 Miles
Colors Private Hire 0191 371 2727 Strathwre Front Street, Durham, Durham, DH7 6TQ 2.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Edmondsley P O Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Claytonville Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mount Pleasant Sacriston - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dysons Buildings Blackhouse - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waldridge Colliery - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lower Sacriston - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ash Tree Terrace Holmside Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sacriston Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Plawsworth Road Sacriston - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Viola Crescent Sacriston - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Falstone Drive Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Findon Hill Sacriston - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Warkworth Drive - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange Terrace Pelton - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Waldridge Lane - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Chester-Le-St Gp Extended Access Service 07702 952152	Chester-Le-St Health Ltd Front Street Sacriston County Durham DH7 6JW
Sacriston Medical Centre 0191 3710232	Sacriston Medical Centre Front Street Sacriston County Durham DH7 6JW
Villages Medical Group 0191 3873558	21 Gardiner Crescent Pelton Fell Chester-Le-Street Co.Durham DH2 2NJ
Cestria Health Centre 0191 3887771	Cestria Health Centre Whitehill Way Chester-Le-Street County Durham DH2 3DJ
Dermatology Service 0191 3887771	Cestria Health Centre Whitehill Way Chester Le Street County Durham DH2 3DJ

Local Stores

Pelton
4 Front Street
Pelton
Chester-le-Street
Durham
DH2 1DE
01913 700312
Store Website
2.65 miles

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SPAR Red Tile Service Station
Red Tile Service Station
Kaysburn Road Ends
Witton Gilbert
DH7 6TJ
0191 373 5324
Store Website
2.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Westway Veterinary Group
Eden Hill Farm Twizell Lane West Pelton Stanley County Durham DH9 6SJ 0191 370 0369 info@westwaysvets.com Website 2.17 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Abbey Veterinary Centre
Pelton Fell Road Chester Le Street County Durham DH2 2NG 0191 3871881 chester@abbeyvets.net Website 2.24 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Chester-Le-Street (Cestria Vets)
Unit 1 Turn Park Station Road Chester Le Street County Durham DH3 3DY 0191 388 5125 chester.le.street@medivet.co.uk Website 2.56 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Durham Vets4pets Ltd
Priory Road, Off Finchale Road Framwellgate Moor Durham County Durham DH1 5HW 0191 383 0555 durham@vets4pets.com Website 3.47 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Ashfield Veterinary Surgery (Cvs Group Plc)
Classic House Morrison Road Industrial Estate Morrison Road Annfield Plain County Durham DH9 7RX 4.15 miles

Animals Treated
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Abbey Veterinary Centre
Dunleigh House Newcastle Road Crossgate Moor Durham County Durham DH1 4HZ 0191 384 5115 durham@abbeyvets.net Website 4.51 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Local Dog Walks

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 0.36 miles

Location what3words buggy.cookies.junior

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 3.05 miles

Location what3words wages.charmingly.cave

Princess Anne Park
This A Lovely Place For A Stroll With Plenty Of Fields For Your Fur Babies To Run, And Rivers To Plodge In. Plenty Of Bins Around The Park And Lots Of Other Dog Walkers Through Out The Day. 1 Dundrennan Washington NE38 7TX 5.64 miles

Location what3words candle.tolls.points

Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise. 19 Chester Rd Lancashire 6.54 miles

Location what3words narrow.eagle.laying

Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 6.86 miles Next To Dragon Vets

Location what3words mild.lung.cowboy

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 7.02 miles Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.

Location what3words chew.wing.museum

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Overcast
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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Temp	-1.6°C	-1.5°C	-2°C	-2.3°C	-1.2°C	1°C	3.5°C	5.1°C	4.9°C	3.5°C	5.8°C	2.9°C
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