California

Settlement in Durham

England

California

Bishop Auckland RUFC Clubhouse The Weardale Way skirts the northern fringes of Bishop Auckland, including the Rugby Club.  
The first team competed in the Counties 2 Durham and Northumberland League during the 2022-2023 season.
Bishop Auckland RUFC Clubhouse Credit: Chris Heaton

California, Durham is a small residential neighborhood located in the city of Durham, North Carolina. Situated in the northeastern part of the city, California offers a tranquil suburban setting for its residents. The neighborhood is characterized by well-maintained streets lined with trees and a variety of housing options, including single-family homes and townhouses.

California benefits from its proximity to major transportation routes, such as Highway 55 and Interstate 85, which provide easy access to Downtown Durham and other parts of the Triangle region. Additionally, the neighborhood is conveniently located near a number of shopping centers, restaurants, and recreational facilities, making it an ideal place for families and individuals seeking convenience and a peaceful atmosphere.

In terms of education, California is served by the Durham Public Schools system, which includes several highly-rated public schools in the area. The neighborhood is also home to a few private schools, offering a range of educational options for residents.

For those seeking outdoor activities, California boasts several parks and green spaces nearby. Duke Park, a popular recreational area, is located just a short drive away and offers amenities such as walking trails, playgrounds, and sports fields.

Overall, California, Durham provides a suburban haven within a bustling city. With its convenient location, excellent schools, and access to various amenities, this neighborhood offers a desirable living experience for its residents.

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Bishop Auckland RUFC Clubhouse The Weardale Way skirts the northern fringes of Bishop Auckland, including the Rugby Club.  
The first team competed in the Counties 2 Durham and Northumberland League during the 2022-2023 season.
Bishop Auckland RUFC Clubhouse
The Weardale Way skirts the northern fringes of Bishop Auckland, including the Rugby Club. The first team competed in the Counties 2 Durham and Northumberland League during the 2022-2023 season.
Cemetery at High Escomb
Cemetery at High Escomb
Farm at High Escomb
Farm at High Escomb
A view down the road Etherly Grange
A view down the road Etherly Grange
Farmland west of Greencroft Farm
Farmland west of Greencroft Farm
St.Chad's Elementary School : Witton Park
St.Chad's Elementary School : Witton Park
California A small ex-mining village near Escomb. To the north over the River Wear is the site of a village on the (A689) named Toronto
California
A small ex-mining village near Escomb. To the north over the River Wear is the site of a village on the (A689) named Toronto
Etherley Grange : (A6073) Eastern end of the village
Etherley Grange : (A6073)
Eastern end of the village
Coal Burn Bridge : Wigdan Walls Road Over Coal Burn, looking north to the A6282
Coal Burn Bridge : Wigdan Walls Road
Over Coal Burn, looking north to the A6282
Woodhouses Looking south to Woodhouses on Wigdan Walls Lane
Woodhouses
Looking south to Woodhouses on Wigdan Walls Lane
Greenfields On Greenfields Lane, looking west, the houses on the left are 'Low Greenfields'.
Greenfields
On Greenfields Lane, looking west, the houses on the left are 'Low Greenfields'.
The Dog and Gun : Low Etherley
The Dog and Gun : Low Etherley
Primrose Hill : Etherley Dene Looking south with Primrose Villa (dated AD 1874)
Primrose Hill : Etherley Dene
Looking south with Primrose Villa (dated AD 1874)
Woodhouse Looking east on Greenfields Road.
Woodhouse
Looking east on Greenfields Road.
Greenfields Road Looking east to Low Greenfields
Greenfields Road
Looking east to Low Greenfields
Rose & Crown, Witton Park A web search for this establishment shows that it hosts an exceptional Sunday League football team with successes going back to the early 1900s. Some of their story is here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/sport/columnists/backtrack/4034258.A_visit_to_Canada_for_Rose_and_Crown/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/sport/columnists/backtrack/4034258.A_visit_to_Canada_for_Rose_and_Crown/">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Rose & Crown, Witton Park
A web search for this establishment shows that it hosts an exceptional Sunday League football team with successes going back to the early 1900s. Some of their story is here LinkExternal link
Disused railway between Phoenix Row and Low Etherley The old railway line here is on the route of the world's first passenger railway, built by the Stockton & Darlington Railway Company. On the morning of 27th September 1825, 12 wagons of coal left Phoenix Pit. The wagons were horse-drawn for the first part of their journey, then hauled up Etherley North Incline by stationary steam engines. At Shildon, the wagons were attached to George Stephenson's Locomotion along with several additional wagons carrying passengers.
Disused railway between Phoenix Row and Low Etherley
The old railway line here is on the route of the world's first passenger railway, built by the Stockton & Darlington Railway Company. On the morning of 27th September 1825, 12 wagons of coal left Phoenix Pit. The wagons were horse-drawn for the first part of their journey, then hauled up Etherley North Incline by stationary steam engines. At Shildon, the wagons were attached to George Stephenson's Locomotion along with several additional wagons carrying passengers.
Phoenix Row The rear of the terrace of houses that was built for Phoenix Pit (part of Etherley Colliery) referred to in Stan's grid square discussion - see link on the left side of this page. Coal was sent from this colliery by the Stockton and Darlington Railway to the major towns of Durham. In 1894, the mine employed 500 men and boys and, as in many of the Durham coal mines, there were some horrific accidents over the years of operation. If you think you've had a bad day at work, just read some of accidents detailed here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.dmm.org.uk/colliery/e028.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.dmm.org.uk/colliery/e028.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Phoenix Row
The rear of the terrace of houses that was built for Phoenix Pit (part of Etherley Colliery) referred to in Stan's grid square discussion - see link on the left side of this page. Coal was sent from this colliery by the Stockton and Darlington Railway to the major towns of Durham. In 1894, the mine employed 500 men and boys and, as in many of the Durham coal mines, there were some horrific accidents over the years of operation. If you think you've had a bad day at work, just read some of accidents detailed here LinkExternal link
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California is located at Grid Ref: NZ1829 (Lat: 54.661506, Lng: -1.720513)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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