Bedburn

Settlement in Durham

England

Bedburn

Lane to Emms Hill
Lane to Emms Hill Credit: Mick Garratt

Bedburn is a small village located in the county of Durham, in the northeast of England. It falls within the civil parish of Hamsterley and South Bedburn and is situated near the northern edge of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

With a population of just under 100 residents, Bedburn is a close-knit community that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its inhabitants. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and dense woodland, making it a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. It is also renowned for its stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Despite its small size, Bedburn has a rich history that can be traced back to medieval times. The village has a charming mix of traditional stone-built cottages and more modern houses, which blend seamlessly into the rural landscape. The nearby Hamsterley Forest provides ample opportunities for walking, cycling, and horse riding, attracting visitors from far and wide.

While Bedburn itself may not have extensive amenities, the village is conveniently located within easy reach of nearby market towns such as Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle, where residents can find a range of services, shops, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Bedburn offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle, with its stunning natural surroundings and close-knit community making it a truly special place to call home.

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Bedburn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.679462/-1.841462 or Grid Reference NZ1031. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane to Emms Hill
Lane to Emms Hill
Plantation Near New Row
Plantation Near New Row
West Shipley Farm West Shipley Farm lies over 200m above sea level standing on land named by the OS at the 1:25 000 scale as West Shipley Wood. The ground in view not far beyond is classed as access land.
West Shipley Farm
West Shipley Farm lies over 200m above sea level standing on land named by the OS at the 1:25 000 scale as West Shipley Wood. The ground in view not far beyond is classed as access land.
Access road for Carrwood Hill Farm The access road for Carrwood Hill Farm leaves a minor road, Howlea Lane, above the valley of Harthope Beck.
Access road for Carrwood Hill Farm
The access road for Carrwood Hill Farm leaves a minor road, Howlea Lane, above the valley of Harthope Beck.
Wildflower Meadow, Hamsterley Forest
Wildflower Meadow, Hamsterley Forest
Hamsterley; pond and village hall. The white building at the left side of the image is Hamsterley Village Hall; the pond is small and rather overgrown.
Hamsterley; pond and village hall.
The white building at the left side of the image is Hamsterley Village Hall; the pond is small and rather overgrown.
Field with West Knotty Hill West Knotty Hill is a very minor landscape feature to qualify for naming. It's within a field south of Hoppyland Farm.
Field with West Knotty Hill
West Knotty Hill is a very minor landscape feature to qualify for naming. It's within a field south of Hoppyland Farm.
Looking East from the Hamsterley road Looking towards Hoppyland Farm.
Looking East from the Hamsterley road
Looking towards Hoppyland Farm.
White Lodge Lodge at the entrance to Hoppyland Farm.
White Lodge
Lodge at the entrance to Hoppyland Farm.
View South from Stanhope Lane A lot of forestry plantations visible from here.
View South from Stanhope Lane
A lot of forestry plantations visible from here.
Looking along Stanhope Lane This track runs along the South side of West Moor Plantation. At its Western end it leads out onto open moorland.
Looking along Stanhope Lane
This track runs along the South side of West Moor Plantation. At its Western end it leads out onto open moorland.
Seat overlooking Hamsterley village green
Seat overlooking Hamsterley village green
Entrance to Hamsterley Primary School
Entrance to Hamsterley Primary School
Rose Cottage in Hamsterley
Rose Cottage in Hamsterley
Farmhouse at Coronation Farm
Farmhouse at Coronation Farm
Tennis courts just west of Hamsterley
Tennis courts just west of Hamsterley
Farmhouse at Glenholme Farm, Hamsterley
Farmhouse at Glenholme Farm, Hamsterley
Stone stile for footpath from Ravensford to Hamsterley
Stone stile for footpath from Ravensford to Hamsterley
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Bedburn is located at Grid Ref: NZ1031 (Lat: 54.679462, Lng: -1.841462)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

What 3 Words

///firmer.headlight.flitting. Near Hamsterley, Co. Durham

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.679462,-1.841462
Post Box
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7644879
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: DL13 114
Lat/Long: 54.6798264/-1.8460152
Bus Stop
Road End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13007311D
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Road End
Naptan Indicator: south east bound
Naptan Landmark: Outside Gateway to Old Mill
Naptan NaptanCode: durdwgmg
Naptan Street: Bedburn Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6793347/-1.8450163
Bus Stop
Road End
Naptan AtcoCode: 13007311H
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Road End
Naptan Indicator: north west bound
Naptan Landmark: opposite gateway to Old Mill
Naptan NaptanCode: durdwgmj
Naptan Street: Bedburn Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.679272/-1.8451406
Newhall Farm
Addr City: Bishop Auckland
Addr Postcode: DL13 3PE
Place: farm
Source Name: OS OpenData StreetView
Source Postcode: CodePoint Open
Lat/Long: 54.681833/-1.8363905
Bedburn
Place: locality
Source Name: OS OpenData StreetView
Wikidata: Q3637412
Lat/Long: 54.6793457/-1.8428922
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6757459/-1.8427297
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6765991/-1.8411584
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.677746/-1.8412381
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6761824/-1.8397576
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6800181/-1.8414169
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6814601/-1.8428457
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6822696/-1.8417057
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6835917/-1.8392046
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6758896/-1.8387088
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6759677/-1.837496
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6758485/-1.8370743
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Lat/Long: 54.6793693/-1.8453031
Waste Basket
Lat/Long: 54.6794645/-1.8454128
The Stables
Note: Not clear which part is the holiday cottage
Operator: New Hall Caravan Park
Tourism: chalet
Website: https://newhallcaravanpark.com/holiday-cottage
Lat/Long: 54.6821253/-1.8360566
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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