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Bradbury and the Isle

Civil Parish in Durham

England

Bradbury and the Isle

Cattle grazing, Preston Carrs
Cattle grazing, Preston Carrs Credit: N Chadwick

Bradbury and the Isle is a civil parish located in the county of Durham, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Sedgefield and covers an area of about 8 square miles. The parish comprises the small village of Bradbury and the nearby area known as the Isle.

The village of Bradbury is a charming rural settlement with a population of around 200 residents. It is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents and visitors a peaceful and tranquil environment. The village features a few local amenities, including a small primary school, a village hall, and a local pub.

The Isle, on the other hand, is an area of farmland and open fields. It is known for its agricultural activities, with farming being the primary occupation of the residents. The Isle benefits from fertile soil, making it suitable for crop cultivation and livestock rearing.

The parish is well-connected to neighboring towns and villages, with good road links and public transportation services available. It is also in close proximity to the A1(M) motorway, providing convenient access to larger cities such as Durham, Darlington, and Newcastle.

Bradbury and the Isle offer residents a peaceful and rural lifestyle, with beautiful natural surroundings and a strong sense of community. It is a place where agriculture plays a vital role in the local economy, and residents can enjoy the tranquility of the countryside while still having access to nearby amenities and larger urban centers.

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Bradbury and the Isle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.641723/-1.522198 or Grid Reference NZ3027. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Cattle grazing, Preston Carrs
Cattle grazing, Preston Carrs
Mown field
Mown field
Hedge and farmland
Hedge and farmland
Railway Bridge : Bradbury Over the East Coast Main Line. Looking toward Bradbury Village.
Railway Bridge : Bradbury
Over the East Coast Main Line. Looking toward Bradbury Village.
Bradbury Wesleyan Chapel Dated 1895. For Sale!
Bradbury Wesleyan Chapel
Dated 1895. For Sale!
Train South A Train crosses the A689 near the A1 Junction 60.
Train South
A Train crosses the A689 near the A1 Junction 60.
Borehole Plantation Wood to the north of the A689 near junction 60 of the A1.
Borehole Plantation
Wood to the north of the A689 near junction 60 of the A1.
Nunstainton Grange Farm south of the A689 near junction 60 of the A1.
Nunstainton Grange
Farm south of the A689 near junction 60 of the A1.
Floodplain of the Woodham Burn Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. This photo shows an isolated farm bridge over the Woodham Burn. The A1(M) lies immediately beyond the wood.
Floodplain of the Woodham Burn
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. This photo shows an isolated farm bridge over the Woodham Burn. The A1(M) lies immediately beyond the wood.
Great Isle Farm Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Great Isle is so-called because it stands on a low hill above the plain and was at one time an island in the marshes.
Great Isle Farm
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Great Isle is so-called because it stands on a low hill above the plain and was at one time an island in the marshes.
River Skerne Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne (itself a tributary of the Tees) and its tributaries.
River Skerne
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne (itself a tributary of the Tees) and its tributaries.
East Coast Main Line at Mordon Carrs Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. The placename Carr means marshy willow wood. The East Coast Main Line crosses these lowlands north of Darlington. Here seen is a Great North Eastern train. Note the service road which runs alongside the line for some distance.
East Coast Main Line at Mordon Carrs
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. The placename Carr means marshy willow wood. The East Coast Main Line crosses these lowlands north of Darlington. Here seen is a Great North Eastern train. Note the service road which runs alongside the line for some distance.
Crossing on the East Coast Main Line Network Rail are none too keen on these unguarded pedestrian level crossings on railways - especially a high speed line such as this one. All comparable crossings on the West Coast Main Line have now been replaced with bridges.
Crossing on the East Coast Main Line
Network Rail are none too keen on these unguarded pedestrian level crossings on railways - especially a high speed line such as this one. All comparable crossings on the West Coast Main Line have now been replaced with bridges.
Truck racing on the A1(M) Probably not really. It just looks that way from the safety of the surrounding countryside.
Truck racing on the A1(M)
Probably not really. It just looks that way from the safety of the surrounding countryside.
Copse on Mordon Carrs Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. The placename Carr means a marshy willow woodland.
Copse on Mordon Carrs
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying and formerly marshy land drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. The placename Carr means a marshy willow woodland.
Barns at Little Isle Farm Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Little Isle and Great Isle Farms lie on low hills on either side of the River Skerne.
Barns at Little Isle Farm
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Little Isle and Great Isle Farms lie on low hills on either side of the River Skerne.
Great Isle Farm from Little Isle Farm Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Great Isle and Little Isle Farms lie on low hills on either side of the River Skerne.
Great Isle Farm from Little Isle Farm
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Great Isle and Little Isle Farms lie on low hills on either side of the River Skerne.
Barns at Little Isle Farm Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Little Isle lies on a low hill overlooking the River Skerne.
Barns at Little Isle Farm
Between Mordon and Newton Aycliffe in mid-southern County Durham, there is an extensive area of low-lying land, occupied at least in Roman times by lakes, now drained by the River Skerne and its tributaries. Little Isle lies on a low hill overlooking the River Skerne.
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Bradbury and the Isle is located at Grid Ref: NZ3027 (Lat: 54.641723, Lng: -1.522198)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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