Welcome to Merrybent

Merrybent is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. It is situated near the River Tees and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. The name Merrybent is believed to have originated from the Old English words "merige" and "beonet" which mean "pleasant" and "bent" respectively.

One of the most notable landmarks in Merrybent is the St. Michael and All Angels Church. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. It features a beautiful Norman doorway and a 14th-century tower. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Merrybent is the Merrybent Hill Nature Reserve. The reserve covers an area of 20 hectares and is home to a variety of wildlife including birds, butterflies, and wildflowers.

Merrybent is a peaceful and picturesque village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Durham. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside and is home to a number of historic landmarks and attractions. Whether you are interested in exploring the local history, enjoying a peaceful walk in nature, or simply relaxing in a tranquil setting, Merrybent is the perfect destination.

Local Weather

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Temp: 4.1°C

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Wind: 2.2 MPH

Wind Dir: WSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Embleton View Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Gary Robinson	Westgate House Coniscliffe Road Darlington DL3 8TF 1325288722 School Website
Hummersknott Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Nicholas Merifield	Edinburgh Drive Darlington Durham DL3 8AR 01325241191 School Website
Marchbank Free School Free Schools Special Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Ms Caroline Green	Mowden Hall Barnes Road Darlington Durham DL3 9BL 01325254670 School Website
Mowden Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Peter King	Conyers Avenue Darlington Durham DL3 9DE 01325380820 School Website
Wyvern Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Owen Inglis	Eggleston View Darlington County Durham DL3 9SH 1325351377 School Website
Mowden Infants School Academy Converter Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mr Peter King	Bushel Hill Drive Darlington Durham DL3 9QG 01325380820 School Website
Carmel College Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mel Kane	The Headlands Darlington Durham DL3 8RW 01325254525 School Website
High Coniscliffe Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Aitken	Ulnaby Lane High Coniscliffe Darlington County Durham DL2 2LL 1325374412 School Website
Mount Pleasant Primary School Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rebecca Pavey	Newton Lane Darlington County Durham DL3 9HE 1325244950 School Website
St Mary's Cockerton Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Aitken	Newton Lane Cockerton Darlington County Durham DL3 9EX 1325380758 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
North Road Station Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6ST 2.86 Miles

Darlington Bank Top, Darlington, Durham, DL1 4AA 3.07 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 5.78 Miles

Dinsdale Middleton Lane, Middleton St George, Durham, DL2 1AA 6.32 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 6.48 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Taxis In Darlington 01325 582002 Merrybent Drive, Darlington, Durham, DL2 2JZ 0.24 Miles
Deans Vip Cars 01325 353855 2 Bushel Hill Ct, Darlington, Durham, DL3 9QF 1.42 Miles
Royal Cars 01642 666666 1 Woodland Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 7BJ 2.43 Miles
Paul's Taxis 07828 285656 Reid Street, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6EX 2.44 Miles
Q7 Cars 01325 460088 Car Centre, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6LP 2.55 Miles
Billy's Taxis 07931 979788 Pendower Street, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6ND 2.73 Miles
United Taxis 01325 381999 35 Gladstone Street, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6JU 2.75 Miles
A B C Radio Taxis 01325 466664 127 Victoria Road, Darlington, Durham, DL1 5JJ 2.99 Miles
Darlington Station Taxis 01325 468888 Station Concourse, Darlington, Durham, DL1 4AA 3.04 Miles
Royal Cars 01325 466666 Wards Yard/37 Albert Hill, Darlington, Durham, DL1 2PB 3.15 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Merrybent - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Low Coniscliffe - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cleasby - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lauriston Close - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tees Grange - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mowden Park Po Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Edgecombe Drive - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Salutation Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Coniscliffe Darlington - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clare Avenue - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hummersknott Avenue - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Conyers Avenue - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitby Way No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Green Staindrop Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Manfield - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Carmel Medical Practice 01325 520794	Carmel Medical Practice Nunnery Lane Darlington County Durham DL3 8SQ
West Park Hospital	Edward Pease Way Darlington County Durham DL2 2TS
Moorlands Surgery 01325 469168	Moorlands Surgery 139A Willow Road Darlington County Durham DL3 9JP
Orchard Court Surgery 01325 465285	Orchard Court Surgery Orchard Road Darlington County Durham DL3 6HZ
Primary Healthcare Darlington 01325 952278	Gd.Floor, Forsyth House 20 Woodland Road Darlington County Durham DL3 7PL

Local Stores

Mowden
102-106 Fulthorpe Avenue
Darlington
Durham
DL3 9XT
01325 461382
Store Website
1.17 miles

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SPAR Darlington
Haughton Road Service Station
Haughton Road
Darlington
DL1 2LD
03303559216
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Darlington Vet Clinic Ltd
57-59 Alverton Drive Faverdale Darlington County Durham DL3 0GA 01325 787 370 admin@darlingtonvetclinic.com 2.31 miles


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Medivet Darlington - Stanhope Road
30 Stanhope Road South Darlington County Durham DL3 7SQ 01325 380111 darlington.stanhope.rd@medivet.co.uk Website 2.40 miles
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Medivet Darlington - Duke Street
58 Duke Street Darlington County Durham DL3 7AN 01325 620968 darlington.duke.st@medivet.co.uk Website 2.44 miles

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Darlington Vets4pets Ltd
199 Grange Road Darlington County Durham DL1 5NT 01325 351111 darlington@vets4pets.com Website 2.46 miles

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Grange Vets
Victoria Road Darlington County Durham DL1 5SJ 01325 465371 info@grangevets.co.uk Website 2.64 miles
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Castle Farm Vets
Unit 8 Dfam Humbleton Park Darlington County Durham DL2 2XX 2.82 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 9.38 miles

Location what3words progress.divides.apparatus

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 11.09 miles

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Preston Park
Walk Round The Grounds Of Preston Park A Large House Now A Museum (At Present Undergoing Restoration) And Alongside The River Tees With Woodland An Grassed Areas. Children's Playgrounds, Picnic Areas, Level Grass For Children's Games Lots Of Free Parking. Some Areas Are Sometimes "On Lead" But Plenty Of Places For All Dogs To Run And Investigate. 502 Yarm Rd Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS16 0BQ 11.38 miles Eaglescliffe

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Billingham Beck Valley Country Park
Lovely Little Walk With Plenty Of Exciting Smells For My Typically Inquisitive Beagle Who Loved Exploring The Plethora Different Walkways. One Very Small Clearly Signposted Area Needs To Be Avoided To Rightly Protect Wildlife But Still Managed To Have A Beautiful Stroll For An Hour Or So Enjoying The Natural Tranquility Of The Park… Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Lancashire 13.98 miles Location Details Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Billingham Stockton-On-Tees Ts23 1Pb Directions The Site Is Situated Adjacent To The A19 On The A1027 Road To Billingham. Opening Times Parking Is Available On The Site, Open Daily Summer: 8.30Am - 9Pm Winter: 8.30Am - 5.30Pm

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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 15.85 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

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Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park
Absolute Gem Of A Dog Walking Area, Easy To Find Just Off The A19 . Plenty Of Dog Walkers Use It And It Has A National Cycle Network Route Beside It. A1185 Billingham Lancashire TS23 3NF 16.08 miles

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Weather Forecast

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