Grangefield

Settlement in Durham

England

Grangefield

Wetland Area Small area of wetland in urban Stockton. Residential estates are hidden by the line of shrubs and trees lining the Durham Coast Railway. — Wetland Area Credit: David Robinson

Grangefield is a small village located in County Durham, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southwest of the city of Durham, it lies within the civil parish of Elvet and Gilesgate. The village is primarily residential and offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents.

Grangefield is known for its quaint charm and beautiful surrounding countryside. The village boasts a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and modern houses, giving it a unique character. The local community is close-knit and provides a welcoming atmosphere for both old and new residents.

Although small in size, Grangefield offers a range of amenities and services to its residents. These include a village hall, a local convenience store, and a primary school, providing essential facilities for the community. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities with convenient transportation links, allowing residents to easily access larger urban areas for work or leisure.

The village is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, with rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush green fields. This makes Grangefield an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy activities like hiking, cycling, and fishing. The nearby River Wear offers opportunities for boating and scenic walks along its banks.

In summary, Grangefield is a charming and peaceful village in County Durham, offering a close-knit community, essential amenities, and beautiful natural surroundings. Its proximity to the city of Durham provides residents with the best of both worlds - a tranquil rural escape with easy access to urban facilities.

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Grangefield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.566545/-1.3342308 or Grid Reference NZ4319. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wetland Area

Small area of wetland in urban Stockton. Residential estates are hidden by the line of shrubs and trees lining the Durham Coast Railway.

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Rothwell Crescent, Roseworth, Stockton

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Overgrown Entrance to Nature Reserve

Gated entrance that doesn't appear to see a lot of use at the north end of Hardwick Dene & Elm Tree Woods Nature Reserve. The reserve lies within urban Stockton, behind the site of the General Hospital.

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New houses being built west of Norton Road

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North Shore Academy

The North Shore Academy is a secondary school which opened in 2010, and replaced Blakeston School and Norton Comprehensive School.

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The River Tees

Crossing the river on the Victoria Bridge. The apartments by the side of the river are student accommodation flats.

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Canal connecting the River Tees to a Wharf

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Approaching the Teesquay Millennium Bridge

Footbridge linking Teesdale with Stockton Town Centre. The bridge opened in 2000.

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View upstream from the Teesquay Millennium Bridge

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Commemorative plaque on the Teesquay Millennium Bridge

Looking slightly the worse for wear, the names of funding partners have all but disappeared. This footbridge links Teesdale and the Castlegate Centre in the High Street and, in the process, spans Riverside Road. It is of cable stay design supported by a 40 metre high mast.

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Teesquay Millennium Bridge

This footbridge links Teesdale and the Castlegate Centre in the High Street and, in the process, spans Riverside Road. It is of cable stay design supported by a 40 metre high mast.

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Footbridge over the A1305

The bridge connects the riverside walk with the shopping centre

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The Old Town Hall, Stockton-on-Tees

The building in the High Street, which is the meeting place of Stockton-on-Tees Borough Council, is a Grade II* listed building.

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Stag Inn, Silver Street

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Pedestrian area on Stockton High Street

Wide pedestrian area in Castlegate. Many of the large department stores to the east of the High Street have closed and there is a plan to demolish them and create a five-acre park with trees, art installations and a land-bridge to the River Tees.

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St Thomas' Church and War Memorial

Stockton Parish Church, built in the early 1700's and restored in 1893. The War Memorial beside the tower at the south west corner of churchyard. It is made of Portland stone with bronze panels and is listed Grade II* and the church Grade I.

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The Castle and Anchor

Public houses at the corner of Church Road and the High Street, facing St Thomas' Church

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Globe Theatre, Stockton

The original Globe Theatre was built in 1913 and was Teesside's first purpose-built cinema. This was demolished in 1925 and rebuilt in 1926, Art Deco style. Its history can be found here - Link

The doors of the Globe closed in 1975, only to re-open as a bingo hall until finally closing in 1997.In 2010, it was announced that the building would be restored to its former glory and would reopen as a centrepiece venue for music, comedy and other events in the town. Work was completed in 2021 and it reopened in September 2021