Brierton

Settlement in Durham

England

Brierton

Hartlepool from the air Looking over Rift House towards the coast and the docks.

Taken at around 37,000 feet by mobile phone, from a Prague bound flight from Edinburgh. — Hartlepool from the air Credit: Thomas Nugent

Brierton is a small village located in County Durham, in the northeast of England. Situated just a few miles to the west of the town of Hartlepool, Brierton is a predominantly residential area surrounded by picturesque countryside.

The village is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting, offering residents a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of nearby urban centers. The area is characterized by its charming traditional houses and well-maintained gardens, creating an inviting and friendly atmosphere.

Brierton benefits from its close proximity to various amenities and facilities in nearby Hartlepool, including schools, shops, and healthcare services. The village also boasts its own primary school, providing education for local children.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in and around Brierton, with numerous green spaces and parks in the vicinity. The nearby Ward Jackson Park offers beautiful gardens, a lake, and a children's play area, making it a popular destination for families.

Transport links in Brierton are excellent, with regular bus services connecting the village to Hartlepool and other neighboring towns. The village is also conveniently located near major road networks, providing easy access to the wider region.

Overall, Brierton is a charming village that offers a peaceful and close-knit community, surrounded by stunning countryside and providing easy access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Brierton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.666315/-1.25852 or Grid Reference NZ4730. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hartlepool from the air

Looking over Rift House towards the coast and the docks. Taken at around 37,000 feet by mobile phone, from a Prague bound flight from Edinburgh.

Thomas Nugent

Path from Brierton Lane to Durness Grove in Hartlepool

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Entrance for Family Wood at Burn Valley in Hartlepool

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Pylon off Dalton Back Lane

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Farmland and power lines

Near Brierton Geights Farm.

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Dalton Back Lane

Heading north west.

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Dalton Piercy

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Cottage, Dalton Piercy

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Dalton Beck

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Footpath, Dalton Piercy

Towards Summerhill Country Park.

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Farmland near Hart on the Hill

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Minor road heading north

Towards Hart.

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Hart on the Hill

Commonly known as a Monkey Puzzle tree, it is a slow growing evergreen tree growing up to 40 m tall with a 2 m trunk diameter. It is native to central and southern Chile and western Argentina. It is the hardiest species of the conifer genus Araucaria. The tree usually has male and female cones on separate trees and is a wind pollinated. The seeds are usually dispersed by birds and squirrels. They are edible, similar to large pinenuts. However the tree does not yield seeds until it is around 30 to 40 years old. It is tolerant of temperatures down to -20°C, and coastal salt spray. It was originally found in Chile in the 1780s and is the national tree of Chile.

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Abbey Hill Farm

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Farmland near Hart on the Hill

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Grazing west of Catcote Road

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Pump in Dalton Piercy

The plants in the trough all appear to be succulents and hardly in need of their own dedicated water pump, and would no doubt resent having a bucket put down on top for someone to fill it. Not that the old gated village of Dalton Piercy appears to be inhabited by the sort of people who would need a hand pump for their water, I hasten to add. Altogether not a very practical arrangement, but at least the pump is protected from rogue mowers by a substantial cobbled area.

Andy Waddington