Benfieldside

Settlement in Durham

England

Benfieldside

Shotley Bridge from the west bank of the river View from the Northumberland side of the River Derwent. The houses alongside the river here are all recent additions. — Shotley Bridge from the west bank of the river Credit: Robert Graham

Benfieldside is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. Situated just 2 miles south of Consett, it is nestled in the picturesque landscape of the Derwent Valley. The village is known for its natural beauty, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and the River Derwent flowing through its heart.

With a population of around 2,500 residents, Benfieldside offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone-built houses and more modern developments. The architecture reflects the area's rich history, with some buildings dating back to the 18th and 19th centuries.

Benfieldside is well-served by amenities, including a primary school, a library, and a community center. The village also boasts a range of local shops, cafes, and pubs, providing essential services and a place for residents to socialize. For those seeking outdoor activities, there are several parks and green spaces nearby, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and picnicking.

The village benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to Consett and other nearby towns. The A691 road also runs through Benfieldside, providing easy access to Durham City and Newcastle upon Tyne.

Overall, Benfieldside is a charming and peaceful village with a strong sense of community. Its idyllic location and range of amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter lifestyle amidst the beauty of the Durham countryside.

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Benfieldside Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.866046/-1.85787 or Grid Reference NZ0952. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Shotley Bridge from the west bank of the river View from the Northumberland side of the River Derwent. The houses alongside the river here are all recent additions.

Shotley Bridge from the west bank of the river

View from the Northumberland side of the River Derwent. The houses alongside the river here are all recent additions.

Riverside field at Shotley Bridge This long field runs along the river bank on the west side. Although it was previously a series of separate fields, they are now amalgamated into one long one. Bounded at the far end by Panshield Wood.

Riverside field at Shotley Bridge

This long field runs along the river bank on the west side. Although it was previously a series of separate fields, they are now amalgamated into one long one. Bounded at the far end by Panshield Wood.

Front Street, Shotley Bridge The village main street.. The big building in the centre is the Crown and Crossed Swords hotel.

Front Street, Shotley Bridge

The village main street.. The big building in the centre is the Crown and Crossed Swords hotel.

The Lone Tree at Harvest Time The old cow byre can just be seen above the lone tree.

Photograph was taken facing due west towards A68

The Lone Tree at Harvest Time

The old cow byre can just be seen above the lone tree. Photograph was taken facing due west towards A68

Bridge at Shotley Bridge Looking downstream on River Derwent. Northumberland to left and County Durham to right

Bridge at Shotley Bridge

Looking downstream on River Derwent. Northumberland to left and County Durham to right

Bridgehill High Ground to left is Grey Mare Hill

Bridgehill

High Ground to left is Grey Mare Hill

Blackhill near Consett

Blackhill near Consett

Consett/Blackhill Park

Consett/Blackhill Park

Shotley Bridge

Shotley Bridge

Shotley Bridge Hospital View of the old hospital buildings no longer in use today, the current and new hospital buildings out of shot to the left.

Shotley Bridge Hospital

View of the old hospital buildings no longer in use today, the current and new hospital buildings out of shot to the left.

Shotley Bridge Hospital View of the current main hospital building in use today, the old hospital buildings out of shot to the right.

Shotley Bridge Hospital

View of the current main hospital building in use today, the old hospital buildings out of shot to the right.

Blackhill Main Street View down Blackhill towards Bridgehill showing local shops either side.

Blackhill Main Street

View down Blackhill towards Bridgehill showing local shops either side.

Blackhill Cemetery South One of three disused and crumbling churches all located together. Other two churches to the right and behind.

Blackhill Cemetery South

One of three disused and crumbling churches all located together. Other two churches to the right and behind.

Blackhill Cemetery View down one aisle in main cemetery area.

Blackhill Cemetery

View down one aisle in main cemetery area.

Disused Workings Path Path running alongside main disused workings area now just fields at top of main bank.

Disused Workings Path

Path running alongside main disused workings area now just fields at top of main bank.

The Grove View of the new estate from the top of the disused workings bank.

The Grove

View of the new estate from the top of the disused workings bank.

Shotley Hall Gatehouse View of the old gatehouse to shotley hall, now private dwellings.

Shotley Hall Gatehouse

View of the old gatehouse to shotley hall, now private dwellings.

Shotley Grove Lane View up shotley grove lane running alongside derwent river.

Shotley Grove Lane

View up shotley grove lane running alongside derwent river.

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Benfieldside is located at Grid Ref: NZ0952 (Lat: 54.866046, Lng: -1.85787)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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///blues.cheese.asset. Near Consett, Co. Durham

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Located within 500m of 54.866046,-1.85787

Shotley Bridge

Is In: UK,England,County Durham

Place: village

Source: npe

Wikidata: Q7502529

Wikipedia: en:Shotley Bridge

Lat/Long: 54.86996/-1.8592478

The Crown and Crossed Swords

Addr City: Consett

Addr Postcode: DH8 0HU

Addr Street: Front Street

Addr Suburb: Shotley Bridge

Fhrs Id: 302499

Source Addr: FHRS Open Data

Tourism: hotel

Lat/Long: 54.8697426/-1.8587961

Jamuna Stores

Addr City: Consett

Addr Postcode: DH8 0LR

Addr Street: Saint Cuthbert's Avenue

Brand: Premier

Brand Wikidata: Q7240340

Fhrs Id: 1362965

Old Name: Oddies

Shop: convenience

Website: https://www.premier-stores.co.uk/our-stores/jamuna-convenience-store

Lat/Long: 54.8667493/-1.8552171

Shotley Bridge Tennis Club

Club: sport

Sport: tennis

Lat/Long: 54.8677047/-1.8528358

Post Box

Lat/Long: 54.8667267/-1.8560044

Restaurant

Rumi's Indian Restaurant

Addr City: Consett

Addr Postcode: DH8 0HX

Cuisine: indian

Fhrs Id: 665860

Old Name: Kings Restaurant

Lat/Long: 54.8693677/-1.8594841

Telephone

Lat/Long: 54.8694897/-1.8593311

Restaurant

Sale Pepe

Addr City: Consett

Addr Housenumber: 10-12

Addr Postcode: DH8 0HH

Addr Street: Front Street

Addr Suburb: Shotley Bridge

Cuisine: italian

Fhrs Id: 302522

Source Addr: FHRS Open Data

Lat/Long: 54.8701468/-1.8588742

Restaurant

The Swordmakers

Created By: Potlatch 0.10f

Lat/Long: 54.869909/-1.8587727

Post Office

Shotley Bridge Mobile Post Office Service

Addr City: Consett

Addr Country: GB

Addr Housename: Crown and Crossed Swords Car Park

Addr Postcode: DH8 0HU

Addr Street: Front Street

Addr Village: Shotley Bridge

Brand: Post Office

Brand Wikidata: Q1783168

Brand Wikipedia: en:Post Office Ltd

Opening Hours: Tu,Th 09:30-10:30

Ref Pol Id: 135973

Lat/Long: 54.8704012/-1.8588705

Fast Food

Golden Flower

Addr City: Consett

Addr Housenumber: 2

Addr Postcode: DH8 0HA

Addr Street: Snows Green Road

Addr Suburb: Shotley Bridge

Cuisine: chinese

Fhrs Id: 303862

Source Addr: FHRS Open Data

Lat/Long: 54.8700758/-1.8583311

Bus Stop

Murray House

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001622H

Naptan Bearing: NW

Naptan CommonName: Murray House

Naptan Indicator: north west bound

Naptan Landmark: Edge of Crescent

Naptan NaptanCode: duragtdw

Naptan Notes: infront ofd 42 st. cuthberts avenue

Naptan Street: St Cuthberts Avenue

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8647492/-1.8508128

Bus Stop

The Old Post Office

Bench: no

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001665A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: The Old Post Office

Naptan Indicator: N-bound

Naptan Landmark: Outside Stoneburn House

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwdg

Naptan Street: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8622542/-1.8545824

Bus Stop

The Old Post Office

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001665E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: The Old Post Office

Naptan Indicator: S-bound

Naptan Landmark: opposite No 21

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwdj

Naptan Street: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8626406/-1.8545966

Bus Stop

Benfieldside Road

Bench: no

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001666A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Opposite junction with St Cuthberts Avenue

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwdm

Naptan Street: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8670453/-1.8556247

Bus Stop

Benfieldside Road

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001666E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Indicator: south bound

Naptan Landmark: Outside Ns 142 and 144 Benfieldside Road

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwdp

Naptan Street: Benfieldside Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8662996/-1.8558143

Bus Stop

Chaytor Road (Bottom)

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001682B

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Chaytor Road (Bottom)

Naptan Indicator: north east bound

Naptan Landmark: Outside No 24 Pleasant View

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwpt

Naptan Street: Pleasant View

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8631434/-1.8618861

Bus Stop

Chaytor Road - Bottom

Bench: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001682D

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Chaytor Road (Bottom)

Naptan Indicator: south east bound

Naptan Landmark: adjacent to No 90 The Crescent

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwpw

Naptan Street: Chaytor Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.86273/-1.8618719

Bus Stop

Surtees shop

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001683D

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Surtees shop

Naptan Indicator: south east bound

Naptan Landmark: opposite Nos 40 and 41

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwta

Naptan Street: Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8633268/-1.8573361

Bus Stop

Hardys Corner

Bench: yes

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001686B

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Hardys Corner

Naptan Indicator: north east bound

Naptan Landmark: 19m from junction with Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwtp

Naptan Street: Pleasant View

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8636786/-1.8584722

Bus Stop

Hardys Corner

Bench: yes

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001686F

Naptan Bearing: SW

Naptan CommonName: Hardys Corner

Naptan Indicator: south west bound

Naptan Landmark: 43m from junction with Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan NaptanCode: duragwtw

Naptan Street: Pleasant View

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8634634/-1.8586137

Bus Stop

The Slonks

Bench: no

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001687A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: The Slonks

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajada

Naptan Notes: on a691 opposite 3 derwent dale- consett

Naptan Street: A691 - Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8678413/-1.8600781

Bus Stop

The Slonks

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001687E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: The Slonks

Naptan Indicator: south bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajadg

Naptan Notes: infront of boundary between 9 10 derwent dale- consett

Naptan Street: A691 - Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8674101/-1.8601887

Bus Stop

Kings Head

Bench: yes

Bin: yes

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001688A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: Kings Head

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Outside Kings Head (PH)

Naptan NaptanCode: durajadj

Naptan Street: A691 - Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8693554/-1.8593805

Bus Stop

Kings Head

Bench: yes

Bin: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001688E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Kings Head

Naptan Indicator: south bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajadm

Naptan Notes: infront of 31 river side- across the road from kings head social club

Naptan Street: A691 - Cutlers Hall Road

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: yes

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8691881/-1.8590606

Crown & Crossed Swords (773 only)

Disused Highway: bus_stop

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001689A

Naptan Bearing: N

Naptan CommonName: Crown & Crossed Swords (773 only)

Naptan Indicator: north bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajadp

Naptan Notes: stop not found - consett

Naptan Street: A691

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8697365/-1.8592301

Crown & Crossed Swords (773 only)

Disused Highway: bus_stop

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001689E

Naptan Bearing: S

Naptan CommonName: Crown & Crossed Swords (773 only)

Naptan Indicator: south bound

Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known

Naptan NaptanCode: durajadt

Naptan Notes: stop not found- front street- consett

Naptan Street: A691

Naptan Verified: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8698439/-1.8588246

Bus Stop

Pleasant View

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001748G

Naptan Bearing: W

Naptan CommonName: Pleasant View

Naptan Indicator: west bound

Naptan Landmark: opposite junction with Valley View

Naptan NaptanCode: durajgdt

Naptan Street: Pleasant View

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Shelter: no

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8633573/-1.8603274

Bus Stop

Rosedale Avenue

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001838B

Naptan Bearing: NE

Naptan CommonName: Rosedale Avenue

Naptan Indicator: north east bound

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Naptan NaptanCode: durajtgw

Naptan Notes: infront of 60 rosedale avenue

Naptan Street: Rosedale Avenue

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8661068/-1.8524339

Bus Stop

Rosedale Avenue

Bus: yes

Naptan AtcoCode: 13001838F

Naptan Bearing: SE

Naptan CommonName: Rosedale Avenue

Naptan Indicator: south west bound

Naptan Landmark: Adjacent to green

Naptan NaptanCode: durgaptm

Naptan Street: Rosedale Avenue

Naptan Verified: no

Public Transport: platform

Source: naptan_import

Lat/Long: 54.8666624/-1.851092

Turning Circle

Lat/Long: 54.8701399/-1.8550984

Benfieldside

Place: village

Wikidata: Q4887583

Wikipedia: en:Benfieldside

Lat/Long: 54.8677004/-1.854901

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8675572/-1.851659

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8638163/-1.8575223

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Output Electricity: yes

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

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Lat/Long: 54.8631741/-1.8592429

Generator Method: photovoltaic

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Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8654981/-1.856605

Generator Method: photovoltaic

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Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

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Generator Method: photovoltaic

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Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8642586/-1.8534949

Camera Mount: pole

Camera Type: panning

Man Made: surveillance

Surveillance Type: camera

Lat/Long: 54.8630254/-1.8624441

Generator Method: photovoltaic

Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

Location: roof

Power: generator

Lat/Long: 54.8623583/-1.8588124

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Generator Source: solar

Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel

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Lat/Long: 54.862677/-1.8626399

Traffic Calming: bump

Lat/Long: 54.8639348/-1.8530868

Traffic Calming: bump

Lat/Long: 54.8633119/-1.8527986

Noexit: yes

Lat/Long: 54.8704188/-1.8592992

Post Box

Brand: Royal Mail

Brand Wikidata: Q638098

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: lamp

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 54.8653208/-1.8520826

Post Box

Drive Through: no

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: lamp

Lat/Long: 54.8704028/-1.8589062

Grit Bin

Lat/Long: 54.8634368/-1.858659

Post Box

Brand: Royal Mail

Brand Wikidata: Q638098

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 09:00; Sa 07:00

Drive Through: no

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: lamp

Royal Cypher: EIIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113

Lat/Long: 54.8636081/-1.858367

Traffic Calming: cushion

Lat/Long: 54.8626061/-1.8617782

Bridgehill Mini Market And Off Licence

Shop: convenience

Lat/Long: 54.8628366/-1.8622786

Addr Housenumber: 33

Lat/Long: 54.8638261/-1.8580118

Board Type: notice

Information: board

Tourism: information

Lat/Long: 54.869518/-1.8593277

The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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