Welcome to Newbiggin

Newbiggin is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Wear and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history and is home to many historic buildings and landmarks. One of the most notable landmarks in the village is the Newbiggin Hall, which dates back to the 16th century. The hall is a Grade II listed building and is now used as a community center.

Newbiggin is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to explore the beautiful countryside of Durham. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it the perfect place for hiking and cycling. The River Wear also provides opportunities for fishing and boating. The village is also home to a number of pubs and restaurants, where visitors can enjoy traditional English cuisine and local ales.

Despite its small size, Newbiggin is a vibrant and active community. The village has a number of local events and festivals throughout the year, including a summer fair and a Christmas market. The village also has a strong sense of community spirit, with many residents volunteering their time to help with local projects and events. Overall, Newbiggin is a charming and welcoming village that offers visitors a taste of traditional English life.

Local Weather

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Local Schools

School Details
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
Cotherstone Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Dr Lindsey Kidd
Cotherstone
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 9QB
01833650491
School Website
Wearhead Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Sarah Hodgkinson
Wearhead
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 1BN
01388537265
School Website
Frosterley Primary School
Community School
Ages:5-11
Head Teacher
Ms Mary Clare Carr
Bridge End
Frosterley
Weardale
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 2SN
01388528358
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
Rookhope Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mr Sarah Hodgkinson
Rookhope
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 2DA
01388517268
School Website
Bowes Hutchinsons C Of E Aided School
Voluntary Aided School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Julie Gibson
Bowes
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 9LG
01833628291
School Website
Woodland Primary School
Community School
Ages:4-11
Head Teacher
Mrs Clare Carr
Woodland
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 5RF
01388718271
School Website
Montalbo Nursery And Primary School
Community School
Ages:3-11
Head Teacher
Miss Christopher Minikin
Fairfield Road
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 8TN
01833637718
School Website
Teesdale School And Sixth Form
Academy Sponsor Led
Ages:11-18
Head Teacher
Miss Anna Cleckner
Prospect Place
Barnard Castle
DL12 8HH
1833638166
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Appleby
Clifford Street, Appleby-In-Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6TT
14.79 Miles
Kirkby Stephen
Wiseber Road, Near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4LE
16.03 Miles
Bishop Auckland
Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ
18.43 Miles
Shildon
Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX
19.77 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Weardale Private Hire
01388 537800
5-6 Lanehill, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 1HJ
7.48 Miles
Dale Link Private Hire
01388 527766
Unthank Hall, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2PQ
8.60 Miles
Peter's Private Hire
01388 527812
1 Fairfield Cottages, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 2UU
8.85 Miles
Lincab Taxis Of Crook
01388 763500
26 Holywood, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL13 3HE
11.88 Miles
J V R Taxis
017683 52382
Mid Town Farmhouse, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6LU
12.07 Miles
A C Taxis
01833 660304
Beckside, Darlington, Durham, DL2 3PQ
13.94 Miles
Appleby Taxis
017683 52772
Unit 3/Horsepower House/Crosscroft Ind Est, Appleby In Westmorland, Cumbria, CA16 6HX
14.41 Miles
B D Taxis
017683 71682
1 Riverside Cottages, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4PH
14.51 Miles
Castle Cars
01388 488615
24 Castle View, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0DH
14.56 Miles
Prima Taxis
017683 72557
22 The Crescent, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, CA17 4AF
14.75 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Newbiggin - D
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Bowlees - D
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Holwick - D
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Croft Head - D
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Dent Bank - D
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High Force
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Hudegate
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Snaisgill - D
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Market Place - D
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Heather Brae - D
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Newton Gate - D
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Forest In Teesdale
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Laneside
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Carlbeck School - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
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Forest School - D
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice Details
Old Forge Surgery
01833 640217
The Surgery
Middleton-In-Teesdale
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 0QE
St John's Chapel
01388 537296
Hood Street
St John's Chapel
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 1QW
The Weardale Practice
01388 528555
Dale Street
Stanhope
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 2XD
Brough Medical Centre
Main Street
Brough
Kirkby Stephen
Cumbria
CA17 4AY
Barnard Castle Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service
Victoria Road
Barnard Castle
DL12 8HT
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Local Stores

Teesdale
9-12 Chapel Row
Middleton in Teesdale
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 0SN
01833 640860
Store Website
2.56 miles
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SPAR Wolsingham
Mill Garage
Durham Road
Wolsingham
DL13 3JB
03303551158
Store Website
11.7 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Fellside Veterinary Group
Cowgarth Hill
Stanhope
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL13 2PA
01388 528349
8.79 miles
Animals Treated
Cattle

Equines

Sheep/Goats

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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
8.87 miles
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Birds

Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
Montalbo Road
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8ED
01833 695695
ENQUIRIES@CASTLEVETS.NET
Website
10.57 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Cattle

Deer

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Sheep/Goats

Small Mammals

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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
11.58 miles
Animals Treated
Camelids

Cats

Cattle

Dogs

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

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Small Mammals

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Tethera Veterinary Services Limited
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby-In-Westmorland
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
14.35 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Client car park

Animals Treated
Camelids

Cattle

Equines

Pigs

Poultry

Sheep/Goats

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Old Hall Veterinary Centre
April House
Crosscroft Industrial Estate
Appleby
Cumbria
CA16 6HX
01768 351507
info@oldhallvets.co.uk
Website
14.35 miles
Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library
Newbiggin
0.56 miles

Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre
Location
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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude
Middleton-In-Teesdale
2.30 miles

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

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

Start From The Tourist Information Centre.
Location
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Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker.
Guildy Hall
Muker
Richmond
DL11 6QG
18.46 miles

Location
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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
23.45 miles

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