Welcome to Hobson

Hobson Durham is a small town located in the northern part of North Carolina. It is situated in the heart of the Piedmont region and is known for its beautiful scenery and friendly people. The town has a rich history that dates back to the early 1800s when it was first settled by European immigrants. Today, Hobson Durham is a thriving community that offers a high quality of life to its residents.

One of the main attractions of Hobson Durham is its natural beauty. The town is surrounded by rolling hills, lush forests, and sparkling lakes. This makes it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking, fishing, and camping. The town also has several parks and recreational areas where residents can enjoy a variety of activities such as picnicking, playing sports, and taking part in community events.

Another important aspect of Hobson Durham is its strong sense of community. The town is home to a diverse population of people who come from different backgrounds and cultures. Despite these differences, residents of Hobson Durham share a common bond of friendship and support. This is evident in the many community events and activities that take place throughout the year, such as festivals, parades, and charity events. Overall, Hobson Durham is a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.

Local Weather

Patchy rain nearby

Temp: 12.2°C

Feels Like: 9.4°C

Wind: 19.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Burnopfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Brunton	Front Street Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne Durham NE16 6PT 01207270397 School Website
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Byermoor Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Sean Woods	Byermoor Burnopfield Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Tyne And Wear NE16 6NU 1207270396 School Website
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher K Hemmings	Tanfield Lea Stanley Durham DH9 9LU 01207234500 School Website
Tanfield School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Steven Clough	Tanfield Lea Road Stanley County Durham DH9 8AY 1207232881 School Website
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Dipton Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jill Burgess	North Road Dipton Flint Hill Stanley County Durham DH9 9BB 1207570316 School Website
Rowlands Gill Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Lindsey Clarke	Dominines Close Rowlands Gill Tyne And Wear NE39 2PP 01207549359 School Website
St Josephs Roman Catholic Voluntary Aided Primary School Highfield Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanna Bircham	Whinfield Way Highfield Rowlands Gill Tyne And Wear NE39 2JE 01207545972 School Website
Highfield Community Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Claire Spencer	Whinfield Way Rowlands Gill Tyne And Wear NE39 2JE 01207549882 School Website
Collierley Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Angela Mcdermid	Front Street Dipton Stanley Durham DH9 9DJ 01207570298 School Website
Shield Row Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jill Cooke	King Edward Viii Terrace Shield Row Stanley Durham DH9 0HQ 01207239661 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 4.63 Miles

Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 4.68 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 4.99 Miles

Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 6.29 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 6.56 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cars For Occasions 07500 938850 Tanfield Lea Industrial Estate N, Stanley, Durham, DH9 9NX 1.27 Miles
Cars For Occasions 01207 235973 Unit, Stanley, Durham, DH9 9UU 1.41 Miles
Stirling Taxis 01207 549549 Thornbank, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear, NE39 1PU 1.53 Miles
Rowlands Gill Cabs 07710 753421 215 South Sherburn, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear, NE39 1LE 1.73 Miles
Rowlands Gill Taxis 07860 620973 1 Thornley View, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear, NE39 1QL 1.80 Miles
Three D Taxis 07525 538582 140 Orchard Gr, Stanley, Durham, DH9 8NY 1.93 Miles
K B Luxury Cars 01207 544651 57 Leazes View, Rowlands Gill, Tyne And Wear, NE39 2JT 1.97 Miles
Geordies Taxis 01207 290202 The Garage/North Rd, Stanley, Durham, DH9 9AY 2.03 Miles
South Stanley Taxis 01207 234614 Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0JE 2.20 Miles
Checker Cabs 01207 290333 6 Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0HX 2.26 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Front Street - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Front Street - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burnopfield Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Front Street - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oakfields - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leazes Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Woodside Grove - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lumley Gardens - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tanfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leazes - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tantobie Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitelehead - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Byermoor Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tanfield Lea Post Office Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Flint Hill Bank Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Cedars Medical Group 01207 272272	Cedars Medical Group Cedar Cres, Burnopfield Newcastle Upon Tyne NE16 6HU
Rowlands Gill Medical Centre 01207 542136	The Medical Centre The Grove Rowlands Gill Tyne & Wear NE39 1PW
Rowlands Gill Medical Centre	The Grove Rowlands Gill NE39 1PW
Dipton Surgery	Front Street Dipton Stanley County Durham DH9 9DA
Tanfield View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Scott Street Tanfield Stanley DH9 8AD

Local Stores

Burnopfield
20 The Leazes
Burnopfield
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Durham
NE16 6HR
01207 272827
shop.4114@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.71 miles

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SPAR Euro Garage Wickham
FRONT STREET
WICKHAM
WICKHAM
NE16 4EJ
01914888315
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ashfield Veterinary Surgery (Cvs Group Plc)
Classic House Morrison Road Industrial Estate Morrison Road Annfield Plain County Durham DH9 7RX 3.13 miles

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Westway Veterinary Group
Eden Hill Farm Twizell Lane West Pelton Stanley County Durham DH9 6SJ 0191 370 0369 info@westwaysvets.com Website 3.84 miles
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Westway Veterinary Centre T/A Whickham Veterinary Centre
7 St Mary'S Green Whickham Tyne And Wear NE16 4DN 0191 488 4113 info@westwayvets.com Website 3.85 miles
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Blue Star Veterinary Clinic Ltd
Sore Paws Veterinary Clinic Commercial Hotel Commercial Street, Winlaton Blaydon On Tyne Tyne And Wear NE21 5QX 0191 4144233 sorepawsvets.winlaton@outlook.com Website 3.88 miles

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Sheriffs Highway Veterinary Group
2 Front Street The Orchard Whickham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE16 4EL 0191 488 3092 enquiries@thevetsplace.co.uk 3.94 miles

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Prince Bishop Vets
1 Plantation Street Leadgate Consett County Durham DH8 7PP 01207 590340 info@princebishopvets.co.uk Website 4.17 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 1.54 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

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

Location what3words pampered.odds.etchings

Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 2.74 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 2.88 miles

Location what3words extend.shredder.hourglass

Watergate Forest Park
Some Parts Are Paved, Yet Some Are Hilly, Dirt Tracks. It Suits Everyone Really! There’S A Large Lake In The Middle Where The Dogs Can Be Let Off! Watergate Forest Park Car Park Gateshead Lancashire NE11 9RR 4.43 miles Just Off Exit 68 When Heading Northbound On The A1 Through Gateshead. Then Turn Left, Then Second Right. You’Ll Start To See Signs! It’S One Minute From The A1!

Location what3words wicked.times.wheels

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 5.42 miles

Location what3words buggy.cookies.junior

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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