Aislaby

Settlement in Durham

England

Aislaby

Field near Sloshmire Gate Credit: David Brown

Aislaby is a small village located in County Durham, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles to the south-west of the town of Yarm, near the River Tees. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and green fields.

Aislaby has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to Roman times. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is recorded as "Eislabi." In the past, Aislaby was primarily an agricultural community, with farming being the main source of livelihood for its residents.

Today, Aislaby is a tranquil and close-knit community with a population of around 200 people. It has retained much of its traditional charm, with many old stone houses and farm buildings still standing. The village is known for its beautiful parish church, St. John the Evangelist, which dates back to the 12th century and features stunning stained-glass windows.

Although small, Aislaby has a strong sense of community spirit, with various social events and activities organized throughout the year. The village is also home to a primary school, providing education for local children.

Surrounded by scenic landscapes and with easy access to nearby towns and cities, Aislaby offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. Whether exploring the historic sites, enjoying walks in the countryside, or simply experiencing the warmth of the community, Aislaby is a charming destination worth discovering.

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Aislaby Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.504961/-1.376868 or Grid Reference NZ4012. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Field near Sloshmire Gate

David Brown

"Footpath" near West Moor

David Brown

Yarm High Street, long with cobbled sides

Martin Dawes

Yarm Town Hall in the centre of the High Street

Built in 1710, the date on the weather vane

Martin Dawes

Pedestrian crossing point Yarm High Street

Business's and houses line this very long street

Martin Dawes

The aptly named Bridge Street

The street goes through one of the 43 arches of this railway viaduct built in 1849

Martin Dawes

The A67 crossing Yarm Bridge over River Tees northbound

Pevsner states that it is still the bridge built by Bishop Skirlaw of Durham about 1400 even if much repaired since! Walter Skirlaw was born in Skirlaugh East Riding of Yorkshire. He was Bishop of Lichfield then Wells before Durham. He gave the parish church of St Augustine to his native village, built 1401-5

Martin Dawes

Village Green And Medieval Cross, Egglescliffe

David Robinson

Old Boundary Marker on the A67, Yarm Bridge, Egglescliffe parish

County Boundary Marker on the north side of a lamp post in a refuge on the east side of Yarm Bridge on the A67 Yarm Road and High Street. See also YN_YARM01cb. Egglescliffe parish. Milestone Society National ID: DU_EGGLES01cb

M Hatton

Old Boundary Marker on the A67, Yarm Bridge, Yarm parish

County Boundary Marker on the south side of a lamp post in a refuge on the east side of Yarm Bridge on the A67 Yarm Road and High Street. See also DU_EGGLES01cb. Yarm parish. Milestone Society National ID: YN_YARM01cb

M Hatton

Old Milestone, B1264, Yarm

Out of place milestone on Green Lane, near Yarm railway station, serving as garden decoration. It would originally have read "Yᴹ 8". The original location was on the A167 Northallerton Road, near the Toll Bar Garage. CB is for Catterick Bridge, Yᴹ for Yarm. Inscription: CB / 9 // Yᴹ 1 Milestone Society National ID: TBC

Hilary Jones

Yarm Railway Viaduct over the R Tees

The viaduct extends for over 2,280 feet in a north/south direction over the town of Yarm and across the River Tees. It consists of 43 arches; 41 of them are 40 feet span and are constructed of 7.5 million red bricks. The other two arches are constructed from stone and are 67 feet across with one pier standing in the river. The two spans across the river are composed of 139,000 cubic feet of stone and are skewed across the river by 20 degrees. On the downstream side of the viaduct (eastern side) is a large plaque set into the stone section of where the bridge spans the river. This commemorates the engineers and contractors on the project.

Colin Park

Yarm, Town Hall & High St

Colin Park

George & Dragon PH, Yarm High St

The George and Dragon on Yarm High Street was the location of the promoters meeting of the Stockton and Darlington Railway on 12th February 1820. Meynell laid the first rail on 23rd May 1822 and went on to be chairman of the railway.

Colin Park