Brierton

Civil Parish in Durham

England

Brierton

Pylon off Dalton Back Lane Credit: JThomas

Brierton is a civil parish located in the county of Durham, in the northeast region of England. It is situated approximately 3 miles southeast of the town of Hartlepool. The parish covers an area of around 4 square miles and is surrounded by open countryside, providing a picturesque and tranquil setting.

The village of Brierton is small, with a population of around 500 residents. It is known for its rural charm and close-knit community. The architecture of the village largely consists of traditional stone-built houses, giving it a timeless appeal.

Despite its small size, Brierton offers a range of amenities and services for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, a local pub, and a small convenience store. The village is well-connected to the nearby town of Hartlepool, where residents can access a wider range of facilities, including shops, supermarkets, and healthcare services.

Brierton is surrounded by natural beauty, with the Durham Heritage Coast located just a short distance away. This provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching. The nearby countryside also offers scenic views and peaceful surroundings, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

Overall, Brierton is a charming and close-knit community, offering a peaceful countryside setting while still providing access to essential amenities and services.

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Brierton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.662421/-1.269893 or Grid Reference NZ4729. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pylon off Dalton Back Lane

JThomas

Farmland and power lines

Near Brierton Geights Farm.

JThomas

Dalton Back Lane

Heading north west.

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Barn near Three Gates Farm

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Farmland, Three Gates Farm

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Minor road towards Dalton Piercy

Heading north east.

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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.

JThomas

Abbey Hill Farm

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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