Welcome to High Westwood

High Westwood is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. It is situated on the western edge of the county, close to the border with Northumberland. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, with rolling hills and fields stretching out in every direction. The area is popular with walkers and hikers, who come to explore the many footpaths and trails that criss-cross the landscape.

Despite its small size, High Westwood has a rich history. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the 12th-century St. Mary's Church and the 17th-century Westwood House. The village also has a strong mining heritage, with several former collieries located nearby. Today, the village is a peaceful and picturesque place to live, with a close-knit community and a range of local amenities, including a village hall, a pub, and a post office.

High Westwood is a popular destination for visitors to the area, who come to enjoy the stunning scenery and explore the local attractions. The village is located close to several other popular tourist destinations, including the historic city of Durham and the Northumberland National Park. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat in the heart of the countryside or an action-packed adventure, High Westwood has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
Toft Hill Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Leanne Nesbitt
Toft Hill
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 0JA
01388832393
School Website
St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park
Academy Converter
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Jenna Ellison
The Baltic
Witton Park
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 0EP
1388603632
School Website
Escomb Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Wendy Gill
Three Lane Ends
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 7SR
01388603273
School Website
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School
Community School
Ages:2-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Janet Elmes
Manor Road
St Helen Auckland
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 9EN
01388604168
School Website
Oakley Cross Primary School And Nursery
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sian Atkinson
Lomond Walk
West Auckland
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 9UD
01388833186
School Website
Copeland Road Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Lindsey Kidd
West Auckland
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 9JJ
01388832576
School Website
Bishop Auckland College
Further Education
Ages:14-99
Head Teacher
Natalie Davison-Terranova
Woodhouse Lane
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6JZ
1388443000
School Website
St Johns School And Sixth Form College A Catholic Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Mrs Lisa Byron
Woodhouse Lane
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 6JT
01388603246
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
Ramshaw Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Liz Sturrock
Oaks Bank
Evenwood
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL14 9SD
01388832411
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bishop Auckland
Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ
2.73 Miles
Shildon
Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX
4.39 Miles
Heighington
Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX
6.52 Miles
Newton Aycliffe
Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG
6.62 Miles
Durham
North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB
10.85 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
F J Minibus Travel
01388 833931
56 Chestnut Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0TQ
0.49 Miles
Bellcabs
01388 603791
56 Park Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0EN
0.69 Miles
Johns Cabs
07966 781183
25 Mayfield Walk, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9UY
1.96 Miles
Atlas Taxis
01388 450717
3 Harland Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9JH
1.96 Miles
I And K Travel
07972 030697
28 Maude Ter, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9BB
2.04 Miles
Castle Cars
01388 488615
24 Castle View, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0DH
2.10 Miles
R And S Taxis
01388 458228
36 Lowther Rd, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6QU
2.24 Miles
Jamie's Taxis
01388 606267
44 Newton Grange, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7RP
2.35 Miles
Michael's Travel
01388 661000
4 Saxon Ct, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7UA
2.38 Miles
Tailor Made Travel
01388 665555
Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6LE
2.54 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Etherley - D
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Phoenix Row - D
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Church St High Etherley - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Toft Hill
Weekday Last Collection:16:30
Saturday Last Collection:09:00
Park Road Witton Park - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodside - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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High Toft Hill - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Greenfields
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Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Witton Park - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Etherley Grange - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hallimond Road Escombe - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Spring Gardens - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Carrisbrooke Crescent - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Escombe - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Melrose Drive - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Toft Hill
01388 834843
The Surgery
51 Toft Hill
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 0JA
St Helens, Auckland
01388 604163
The Surgery
16 Manor Road
St Helens Auckland
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 9EP
Stones End
1 Stones End
Evenwood
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 9RE
Evenwood Medical Practice
01388 832236
Copeland Lane
Evenwood
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 9SU
Auckland Park Hospital
Westfield Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AE
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Local Stores

Cockfield
Prospect Square
Front Street Cockfield
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 5ED
01388 718360
Store Website
3.83 miles
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SPAR West Auckland
The Old Church Hall
Station Rd
West Auckland
Bishop Auckland
DL14 9HE
01388 835331
Store Website
1.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bishop Auckland Vets4pets Ltd
89 Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6JN
01388 660280
bishopauckland@vets4pets.com
2.62 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
2.78 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

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

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

Disabled public access

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

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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
4.96 miles
Animals Treated
Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

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Small Mammals

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Wilson Veterinary Group
Dundas Street
Spennymoor
County Durham
DL16 6AS
01388 602 707
admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk
Website
6.39 miles
Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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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
11.16 miles

Location
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Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River
Congburn Wood
13.37 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
13.85 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
13.85 miles

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

Start From The Tourist Information Centre.
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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
15.41 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
Location
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