North Bitchburn

Settlement in Durham

England

North Bitchburn

Constantine Farm
Constantine Farm Credit: Alex McGregor

North Bitchburn is a small village located in County Durham, in the northeast of England. Situated approximately 3 miles southwest of the town of Crook, it falls within the civil parish of Byers Green. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and green fields.

With a population of around 200 residents, North Bitchburn offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere. The village features a mix of traditional stone-built houses, some of which date back several centuries, alongside more modern dwellings. The architecture reflects the region's rich history and rural charm.

While North Bitchburn may be small in size, it boasts several amenities for its residents. These include a primary school, a community hall, and a local pub, providing a focal point for social gatherings. The village is also well-connected, with regular bus services providing links to nearby towns and cities.

The surrounding area offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, with numerous walking trails and nature reserves nearby. North Bitchburn is conveniently located close to the River Wear, offering opportunities for fishing and boating enthusiasts.

Overall, North Bitchburn offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, perfect for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle. Its proximity to larger towns and cities provides a balance between rural living and access to urban amenities, making it an attractive place to reside in County Durham.

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North Bitchburn Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.688616/-1.732373 or Grid Reference NZ1732. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Constantine Farm
Constantine Farm
Farmhouse at New House Farm
Farmhouse at New House Farm
Blakeley Hill Farm
Blakeley Hill Farm
Grazing land east of Hunwick
Grazing land east of Hunwick
Pasture Land at Lane Ends
Pasture Land at Lane Ends
Footpath off Roman Road north of Hunwick
Footpath off Roman Road north of Hunwick
The visitor centre at Low Barnes Low Barnes is a reserve of Durham Wildlife Trust.
The visitor centre at Low Barnes
Low Barnes is a reserve of Durham Wildlife Trust.
Alder wood at Low Barnes Alders will grow in wet conditions and these occupy a former oxbow lake which was once the course of the River Wear.
Alder wood at Low Barnes
Alders will grow in wet conditions and these occupy a former oxbow lake which was once the course of the River Wear.
Slotburn Bridge Bridge for the Weardale Railway over Low Lane.
Slotburn Bridge
Bridge for the Weardale Railway over Low Lane.
Beechburn crossroads Crossroads on Low Lane near High Grange.
Beechburn crossroads
Crossroads on Low Lane near High Grange.
Beechburn Beck Little stream which runs through the fields at Beechburn Bridge.
Beechburn Beck
Little stream which runs through the fields at Beechburn Bridge.
Road leading onto the bridge over the Wear
Road leading onto the bridge over the Wear
Public footpath on track to and beyond Victoria Farm Another footpath leaves the track at right to Victoria
Public footpath on track to and beyond Victoria Farm
Another footpath leaves the track at right to Victoria
Level crossing for footpath and multi user route over the Weardale Railway At this point the multi user route crosses to be alongside the southern side of the railway
Level crossing for footpath and multi user route over the Weardale Railway
At this point the multi user route crosses to be alongside the southern side of the railway
Western side of Field House Bridge over the Weardale Railway
Western side of Field House Bridge over the Weardale Railway
Level crossing over the Weardale Railway for access to Enginemans Terrace
Level crossing over the Weardale Railway for access to Enginemans Terrace
Howden-le-Wear: back lane of School Street The back lane is a feature of terraced housing throughout the UK.
Houses of School Street are certainly to the right in the image and possibly to the left as well. The building immediately to the left is an unusually named public house: 'The Australian'.
Howden-le-Wear: back lane of School Street
The back lane is a feature of terraced housing throughout the UK. Houses of School Street are certainly to the right in the image and possibly to the left as well. The building immediately to the left is an unusually named public house: 'The Australian'.
Victoria Farm Although named as a farm this property has been totally gentrified and now seems to be just an attractive detached home.
Victoria Farm
Although named as a farm this property has been totally gentrified and now seems to be just an attractive detached home.
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North Bitchburn is located at Grid Ref: NZ1732 (Lat: 54.688616, Lng: -1.732373)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

What 3 Words

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.688616,-1.732373
Bus Stop
Old Colliery
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004310D
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Old Colliery
Naptan Indicator: south east bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durawtma
Naptan Notes: 1-4 mile SE of Howden-le-Wear on A689
Naptan Street: A689
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6872236/-1.7392701
Bus Stop
Old Colliery
Mapillary: 473526873900156
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004310H
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Old Colliery
Naptan Indicator: north west bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durawtmd
Naptan Notes: On A689- 1-4 mile SE of Howden-le-Wear
Naptan Street: A689
Naptan Verified: no
Shelter: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6872509/-1.7394406
Bus Stop
North Beechburn Terrace
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004703D
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: North Beechburn Terrace
Naptan Indicator: south east bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgadt
Naptan Notes: Hillcrest- 16 North Bitchburn Bank- North Bitchburn
Naptan Street: Unclassified Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6893289/-1.7321051
Bus Stop
North Beechburn Terrace
Naptan AtcoCode: 13004703H
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: North Beechburn Terrace
Naptan Indicator: north west bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durdgadw
Naptan Notes: Opposite 11 North Bitchburn Bank- North Bitchburn
Naptan Street: Unclassified Road
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.6895369/-1.7326932
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 54.6897284/-1.7341529
North Bitchburn
Place: hamlet
Source: OS OpenData StreetView
Wikidata: Q7054202
Wikipedia: en:North Bitchburn
Lat/Long: 54.6900251/-1.7333187
High House
Ele: 172.0
Image: https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3739939
Man Made: survey_point
Material: concrete
Ref: S4211
Tpuk Ref: TP3788
Website: https://trigpointing.uk/trig/3788
Lat/Long: 54.6864163/-1.7268456
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.6915098/-1.727475
Power: tower
Lat/Long: 54.6928089/-1.7312462
Pub
The Red Lion
Addr City: Crook
Addr Postcode: DL15 8AL
Addr Street: North Bitchburn Terrace
Addr Village: North Bitchburn
Fhrs Id: 723610
Source Addr: FHRS Open Data
Lat/Long: 54.6897896/-1.7333936
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6897039/-1.7296142
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6890325/-1.7288653
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6884613/-1.7282236
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.687811/-1.7275154
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6873909/-1.7264705
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6869772/-1.7254449
Cafe
The Dairy Barn
Addr City: Crook
Addr Postcode: DL15 8AN
Addr Suburb: Howden le Wear
Contact Facebook: thedairybarnicecream
Fhrs Id: 997699
Fixme: Confirm location within site
Operator: High House Farm
Lat/Long: 54.686708/-1.7319181
High House Farm
Addr City: Crook
Addr Postcode: DL15 8AN
Addr Suburb: Howden le Wear
Place: farm
Source Name: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Source Postcode: CodePoint Open
Lat/Long: 54.6864765/-1.7317286
Power: pole
Transformer: distribution
Lat/Long: 54.6905065/-1.7333022
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6913916/-1.7342841
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6910194/-1.732896
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6907155/-1.7317777
Note: Pole position interpolated
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6903373/-1.7303124
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6850287/-1.7278831
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6857102/-1.7281768
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6864125/-1.7284799
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6871001/-1.7287816
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6865528/-1.7309891
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6872048/-1.7300463
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6876878/-1.7293409
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.6920628/-1.7368926
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