Welcome to Harperley

Harperley Durham is a small village located in the northern part of England. It is situated in the county of Durham and is known for its beautiful countryside and rich history. The village is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the Harperley POW Camp, which was used during World War II to house prisoners of war.

One of the most notable features of Harperley Durham is its stunning natural beauty. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The nearby Harperley Hall is also a popular attraction, with its beautiful gardens and stunning architecture.

Despite its small size, Harperley Durham has a rich history that dates back centuries. The village was once a thriving mining community, and many of its historic buildings and landmarks are a testament to this past. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to visit, with a strong sense of community and a welcoming atmosphere that makes it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike.

Local Weather

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Temp: 2.5°C

Feels Like: -3.7°C

Wind: 21.9 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School	Details
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
Hartside Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Shawn Laws	Hartside Crook County Durham DL15 9NN 1388766686 School Website
Crook Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Antonella Lupton	Croft Avenue Crook Durham DL15 8QG 01388762400 School Website
Peases West Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Johnson	Billy Row Crook Durham DL15 9SZ 01388762380 School Website
Howden-Le-Wear Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Baines	School Street Howden-Le-Wear Crook County Durham DL15 8HJ 1388763287 School Website
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School, Crook Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Michelle Mcelhone	Church Hill Crook County Durham DL15 9DN 1388762889 School Website
Blessed John Duckett Catholic Primary School, Tow Law Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Jenna Ellison	Smith Street Tow Law Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 4AU 1388731082 School Website
Witton-Le-Wear Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Shawn Laws	Witton-Le-Wear Primary School 31 St James Gardens Witton-Le-Wear Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 0BG 1388488350 School Website
Hamsterley Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Natalie Maughan	Hamsterley Bishop Auckland Durham DL13 3QF 01388488279 School Website
Stanley Crook Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr David Christie	Wooley Terrace Stanley Crook Crook Durham DL15 9AN 01388762858 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 6.34 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 8.70 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 9.97 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 10.84 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 10.93 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bob's Taxis 01388 764427 35 Laurel Gardens, Crook, Durham, DL15 9LW 1.82 Miles
Castle Cars 01388 488615 24 Castle View, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0DH 2.73 Miles
Limousines Bishop Auckland 01388 766747 40 High Jobs Hill, Crook, Durham, DL15 0UL 2.95 Miles
Aabat Taxi 01388 768768 1 Coronation Terrace, Crook, Durham, DL15 0RX 3.44 Miles
Lincab Taxis Of Crook 01388 763500 26 Holywood, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 3HE 3.81 Miles
Davey's Taxi 07818 244948 21 Fairfield Walk, Crook, Durham, DL15 0NT 3.99 Miles
M And S Taxis 07921 358436 36 Huntsgarth, Crook, Durham, DL15 0NU 3.99 Miles
John's Cabs 01388 747900 10 Moorland Cl, Crook, Durham, DL15 0XB 4.17 Miles
Wear Cabs 01388 745301 24 Moorland Clo, Crook, Durham, DL15 0XB 4.17 Miles
A And Y Carriages 0191 373 4528 Lodge House Farm, Durham, Durham, DH7 9ER 4.28 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Fir Tree Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thornley Tow Law - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodfield Hill - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Uplands Hotel - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thistleflat Estate - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Helm Park Ends Tow Law - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mown Meadows - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Road - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bridge Street Tow Law - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swingfield Close - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sunniside Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Roddymoor - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tow Law P O . Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Prospect Road - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Morson Avenue - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Tow Law 01388 730251	Charlton House Rear High Street Tow Law Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 4DH
North House Surgery 01388 762945	North House Surgery Hope Street Crook County Durham DL15 9HU
Wolsingham Surgery 01388 527691	Market Place Wolsingham Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 3AB
Willington Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Willington Health Centre Chapel Street Willington Crook DL15 0EQ
Willington Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Willington Health Centre Chapel Street Willington Crook DL15 0EQ

Local Stores

Tow Law
47a High Street
Tow Law
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 4DH
01388 730275
Store Website
2.28 miles

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SPAR Fir Tree Filling Station
Fir Tree Filling Station
Witton Road
Crook
DL15 8EA
01388 762015
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Weardale Veterinary Clinic
34 Commercial Street Crook County Durham DL15 9HR 01388 763743 weardale.vets@zen.co.uk Website 2.21 miles
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Scott Mitchell Veterinary Care Ltd
29 High Street Tow Law County Durham DL13 4DH 01388 731911 Towlaw@vets1.com 2.21 miles

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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 2.88 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 6.14 miles
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Bishop Auckland Vets4pets Ltd
89 Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JN 01388 660280 bishopauckland@vets4pets.com 6.66 miles

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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
1B Henson Close South Church Enterprise Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6WA 7.09 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 10.74 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 12.83 miles Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.

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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 12.83 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 12.83 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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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 13.66 miles

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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 14.06 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	-2.5°C	-2.8°C	-2.6°C	-2.5°C	-2.4°C	0.5°C	3°C	5.7°C	5.7°C	3°C	1.8°C	1.3°C
Feels Like	-5.4°C	-6°C	-6.3°C	-6.5°C	-6.9°C	-4.2°C	-1.3°C	1.9°C	2.1°C	-1.1°C	-3°C	-3.9°C

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Temp	0.9°C	1.3°C	1.8°C	2.3°C	2.8°C	3.3°C	3.8°C	4.6°C	5°C	4.9°C	4.6°C	5.4°C
Feels Like	-4.3°C	-3.8°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-1.9°C	-1.1°C	-0.3°C	1°C	2°C	2.7°C	3.4°C	4.3°C

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