Welcome to Harwood

Harwood Durham is a small town located in the northern part of England. It is situated in the county of Northumberland and has a population of around 2,000 people. The town is known for its beautiful countryside, historic buildings, and friendly community. It is a popular destination for tourists who come to explore the area's natural beauty and learn about its rich history.

One of the most notable landmarks in Harwood Durham is the St. Mary'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 come to admire its beauty and learn about its history. Another popular attraction in the town is the Harwood Castle. This medieval castle was built in the 14th century and is now a popular tourist destination. Visitors can explore the castle's ruins and learn about its history through guided tours.

Harwood Durham is also known for its beautiful countryside. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and picturesque rivers. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts who come to hike, bike, and fish in the area's natural beauty. The town is also home to several parks and nature reserves, including the Harwood Forest and the Northumberland National Park. These areas offer visitors the chance to explore the area's natural beauty and wildlife, and to learn about its rich history and culture.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 0.3°C

Feels Like: -5°C

Wind: 13 MPH

Wind Dir: WNW

Local Schools

School	Details
Wearhead Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Hodgkinson	Wearhead Bishop Auckland Durham DL13 1BN 01388537265 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
Nenthead Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gill Jackson	Nenthead Alston Cumbria CA9 3LS 01434381400 School Website
Rookhope Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sarah Hodgkinson	Rookhope Bishop Auckland Durham DL13 2DA 01388517268 School Website
Alston Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Gill Jackson	Garrigill Road Alston Cumbria CA9 3UF 01434381236 School Website
Samuel Kings School Foundation School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Gill Jackson	Church Road Alston Cumbria CA9 3QU 01434381236 School Website
Milburn School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Nick Page	Milburn Penrith Cumbria CA10 1TN 01768361514 School Website
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
Long Marton School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Smith	Long Marton Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6BT 01768361397 School Website
Appleby Primary School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher David Spruce	Station Road Appleby In Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6TX 01768351431 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appleby Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT 12.18 Miles

Langwathby Stoney Bank / A686, Langwathby, Cumbria, CA10 1NZ 14.28 Miles

Lazonby And Kirkoswald Seat Hill, Lazonby, Cumbria, CA10 1DL 16.70 Miles

Kirkby Stephen Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE 18.12 Miles

Haydon Bridge Haydon Bridge, Haydon Bridge, Northumberland, NE47 6LL 18.16 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Weardale Private Hire 01388 537800 5-6 Lanehill, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 1HJ 3.52 Miles
Alston Taxis 07990 593855 Middle Fell Guest House, Alston, Cumbria, CA9 3LD 8.22 Miles
J V R Taxis 017683 52382 Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU 10.54 Miles
Dale Link Private Hire 01388 527766 Unthank Hall, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2PQ 11.14 Miles
Peter's Private Hire 01388 527812 1 Fairfield Cottages, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2UU 11.57 Miles
Appleby Taxis 017683 52772 Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX 12.17 Miles
Mmk Appleby Taxis 017683 53106 Long Marton Rd, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XX 12.17 Miles
Appleby Travel 017683 52220 16 Boroughgate, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6XB 12.50 Miles
Appleby Cars 07895 900991 9 High Wiend, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6RD 12.55 Miles
B D Taxis 017683 71682 1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH 15.71 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Harwood - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Langdon Beck No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wearhead - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ireshopeburn - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cowshill - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lanehead No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Pryse - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Chapel P.O. Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Forest School - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dadry Shield - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forest In Teesdale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nenthead (Sdc) Collection Today available until:16:15 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Briton Hall Westgate - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Garrigill Collection Today available until:16:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:09:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Holmesfoot D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
St John's Chapel 01388 537296	Hood Street St John's Chapel Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 1QW
Dr Mills - Nenthead Surgery	Nenthead Surgery Overwater Nenthead Cumbria CA9 3NT
Alston Medical Practice 01434 381214	The Surgery Cottage Hospital Alston Cumbria CA9 3QX
Old Forge Surgery 01833 640217	The Surgery Middleton-In-Teesdale Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 0QE
The Weardale Practice 01388 528555	Dale Street Stanhope Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 2XD

Local Stores

Alston
Market Place
Alston
Cumbria
CA9 3HS
01434 381231
shop.4571@coop.co.uk
Store Website
9.14 miles

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SPAR Alston
Townfoot Garage
Station Road
Alston
CA9 3HY
01434 382425
Store Website
9.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Old Stone Vets
6 Skelgillside Nenthead Road Alston Cumbria CA9 3TR 01434 381792 oldstonevets@yahoo.co.uk Website 8.77 miles

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Fellside Veterinary Group
Cowgarth Hill Stanhope Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 2PA 01388 528349 11.26 miles

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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 11.47 miles

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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby-In-Westmorland Cumbria CA16 6HX 12.10 miles
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Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House Crosscroft Industrial Estate Appleby Cumbria CA16 6HX 01768 351507 info@oldhallvets.co.uk Website 12.10 miles

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Old Stone Vets Allendale
7 Allen Mill Regeneration Allendale Hexham Northumberland NE47 9EQ 01434 700060 Website 13.28 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library Newbiggin 7.24 miles Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 10.09 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 10.09 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 10.09 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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Holcombe Hill
The Walk Starts From A Public Footpath Opposite A Free Carpark Down From The Shoulder Of Mutton Pub. The Path Leads To A Cobbled Road, Take A Right And Then A Left To Go Up The Hill. There Is A Open Flat Incline Path For Wheel Chairs And Prams Etc. At The Top Of The Hill Is Peel Tower, On Some Days You Can Go Up It. Otherwise At The Top Is Marshy And Can Be Windy And Damp. Beautiful Heather And Scenery To Be Enjoyed. Approx An Hour And Half Walk. Fir Bank Skirsgill Ln Eamont Bridge Penrith CA10 2BQ 18.84 miles 300 Yards Down From Shoulder Of Mutton Theres Is A Small Car Park . On The Other Side Of The Road There Is A Public Footpath That Leads To A Cobble Road. Follow Up The Hill.

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Greenlee Lough
NE47 7AN 20.00 miles Follow The B6318 To The Crossroads With The National Park Centre At Once Brewed. Take The Turning Signposted Steel Rigg.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	2.4°C	1.8°C	0.4°C	-0.7°C	-1.3°C	4.2°C	12.1°C	16.9°C	18.1°C	9.3°C	5°C	5.2°C

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Feels Like	4.6°C	4.4°C	4.4°C	4.5°C	4.4°C	5.2°C	7.1°C	10.3°C	10.6°C	7.7°C	4.6°C	3.6°C

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