Brancepeth, New

Settlement in Durham

England

Brancepeth, New

Morley Lane north of Morley Farm A narrow, minor road known as Morley Lane, lined with unkempt hedges. — Morley Lane north of Morley Farm Credit: Trevor Littlewood

Brancepeth is a quaint village located in County Durham, in the northeast part of England. Situated approximately five miles southwest of Durham city, it is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and lush green countryside. The village has a population of around 500 residents.

Brancepeth is renowned for its rich history, dating back to the medieval period. The centerpiece of the village is Brancepeth Castle, a magnificent fortress that has stood proudly for over 900 years. The castle, with its imposing stone walls and towers, is a popular tourist attraction and is often used as a venue for weddings and events.

The village also boasts a beautiful Anglican church, St. Brandon's Church, which dates back to the 14th century. The church features stunning stained glass windows and intricate woodwork, making it a must-visit for history and architecture enthusiasts.

In addition to its historical landmarks, Brancepeth also offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for nature lovers. The village is surrounded by scenic walking trails, offering breathtaking views of the countryside and the River Wear, which flows nearby.

Brancepeth is a close-knit community, with a village hall that hosts various community events throughout the year, including fairs, festivals, and art exhibitions. The village also has a cozy pub, The Brancepeth Castle Inn, where locals and visitors can enjoy a pint of traditional ale and hearty British fare.

Overall, Brancepeth is a charming village that seamlessly blends its rich history with natural beauty, making it a delightful destination for history buffs and nature enthusiasts alike.

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Brancepeth, New Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.766573/-1.643732 or Grid Reference NZ2341. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Morley Lane north of Morley Farm

A narrow, minor road known as Morley Lane, lined with unkempt hedges.

Trevor Littlewood

Brandon - Bishop Auckland Railway Path

The Brandon to Bishop Auckland Railway Path here is passing between Brandon and Meadowfield, heading north-east.

Trevor Littlewood

Brandon Village: sheep with a view

Looking across the valley from Brandon Hall Farm. There was only a misty sort of view at 8.15 on this July morning and heavy rain arrived soon, persisting for most of the day in much of the North East.

John Sutton

Deerness Valley Walk below Broompark

The Deerness Valley Railway Walk follows, as would be imagined, an old railway route, using its track bed. Much of the way, as at this location, passes through trees; those to the right in the image are of Cooke's West Wood.

Trevor Littlewood

Boulders on Deerness Valley Railway Walk

Immediately beyond the rocks a steep, rough road rises to the left reaching the B6302, Broom Lane, between Broompark and Ushaw Moor. They are surely in place to prevent vehicles descending to the railway path and then travelling along it in the direction of the camera!

Trevor Littlewood

Field beyond metal gate

The field lies on the west side of a lane rising from the B6302 at the west end of the village of Broompark. The modern houses beyond the field maybe considered as being in Broompark or the neighbouring village of Ushaw Moor; they are closer to the former but the estate is more contiguous with the latter.

Trevor Littlewood

Cemetery at Brandon Village

Brandon Village is part of the greater settlement of Brandon, lying at the north-western edge of it. The cemetery there is in a sorry state seeming to be all but abandoned. Its graves seem to be largely untended and the site is treated similarly. Perhaps the reason for neglect is public safety - the western end, behind the camera position is quite affected by subsidence, no doubt due to mining. There are notices there warning folk to keep out due to the perceived danger.

Trevor Littlewood

Road sign on Pit Lane

The blue and yellow road sign is in a style found commonly in County Durham to announce the arrival of travellers at a town or village. Pit Lane continues into the small settlement of Brandon Village which is considered separately - at least as far as road signage goes - from the larger, Brandon.

Trevor Littlewood