Welcome to Wackerfield

Wackerfield is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles west of the town of Darlington and 10 miles east of the city of Durham. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including the 12th-century St. Michael and All Angels Church.

The village of Wackerfield has a rich history dating back to the Roman era. The area was once home to a Roman fort, which was built to protect the nearby Roman road that ran from York to Durham. Today, visitors can still see the remains of the fort, which include the foundations of the walls and the gatehouse. In addition to the Roman fort, Wackerfield is also home to a number of other historic buildings, including the 17th-century Wackerfield Hall and the 18th-century Wackerfield House.

Despite its small size, Wackerfield is a vibrant and active community. The village is home to a number of local businesses, including a pub, a post office, and a village hall. There are also a number of community events and activities that take place throughout the year, including a summer fete, a Christmas fair, and a village quiz night. With its beautiful countryside, rich history, and strong sense of community, Wackerfield is a wonderful place to visit or call home.

Local Weather

Light rain

Temp: 10°C

Feels Like: 6.6°C

Wind: 18.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Evenwood Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsey Vollans	New Road Evenwood Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9QZ 1388832047 School Website
Highcroft School Other Independent Special School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr David Laheney	Highcroft The Green Cockfield Bishop Auckland County Durham DL13 5AG 1388718031 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
Ingleton Cofe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Whitaker	Manor Road Ingleton Darlington County Durham DL2 3JE 1325730366 School Website
Staindrop C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Steven Whelerton	Black Swan Wynd Staindrop Darlington Durham DL2 3NL 01833660334 School Website
Cockfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Kathryn Costello	Front Street Cockfield Bishop Auckland Durham DL13 5EN 01388718263 School Website
Staindrop Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Mitchinson	Cleatlam Lane Staindrop Darlington County Durham DL2 3JU 1833660285 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
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
Butterknowle Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Clare Carr	Butterknowle Bishop Auckland Durham DL13 5PB 01388718369 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 5.35 Miles

Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 5.43 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 6.58 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 7.08 Miles

North Road Station Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6ST 9.62 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A C Taxis 01833 660304 Beckside, Darlington, Durham, DL2 3PQ 2.08 Miles
Johns Cabs 07966 781183 25 Mayfield Walk, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9UY 3.28 Miles
Atlas Taxis 01388 450717 3 Harland Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9JH 3.37 Miles
F J Minibus Travel 01388 833931 56 Chestnut Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0TQ 3.37 Miles
I And K Travel 07972 030697 28 Maude Ter, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9BB 3.68 Miles
R And S Taxis 01388 458228 36 Lowther Rd, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6QU 4.34 Miles
Bellcabs 01388 603791 56 Park Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0EN 4.48 Miles
Mc's Taxis 01388 604357 24 Worcester Place, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6UZ 4.74 Miles
Elite Taxis 01388 602500 5 Aldhun Cl, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6XL 4.74 Miles
Jeds Taxis 01388 661188 8 Aldhun Cl, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6XL 4.74 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Wackerfield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hilton Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Evenwood Gate - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fairfield Estate - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Centre Evenwood - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Keverstone Staindrop - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Esperley Lane Ends Cockfield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Evenwood Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lowlands Cockfield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East End Staindrop - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burnthouses Cockfield Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Gordon Lane - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ingleton - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Staindrop Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bleak Terrace Cockfield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Evenwood Medical Practice 01388 832236	Copeland Lane Evenwood Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9SU
Stones End	1 Stones End Evenwood Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9RE
Woodview Medical Practice 01388 718202	The Surgery Cockfield Bishop Auckland Co.Durham DL13 5AF
Dovecote Street Surgery 01833 660342	Staindrop Darlington County Durham DL2 3JT
St Helens, Auckland 01388 604163	The Surgery 16 Manor Road St Helens Auckland Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9EP

Local Stores

Cockfield
Prospect Square
Front Street Cockfield
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 5ED
01388 718360
Store Website
1.86 miles

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SPAR Staindrop
3
North Green
Staindrop
Darlington
DL2 3JN
01833 660218
Store Website
2.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Castle Veterinary Surgeons
1B Henson Close South Church Enterprise Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6WA 4.91 miles

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Bishop Auckland Vets4pets Ltd
89 Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JN 01388 660280 bishopauckland@vets4pets.com 4.92 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 5.67 miles
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Castle Farm Vets
Unit 8 Dfam Humbleton Park Darlington County Durham DL2 2XX 6.82 miles

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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 6.83 miles

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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
Montalbo Road Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 8ED 01833 695695 ENQUIRIES@CASTLEVETS.NET Website 7.10 miles
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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 12.67 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 12.93 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 12.93 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 12.93 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library Newbiggin 15.58 miles Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre

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Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 15.85 miles

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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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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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