Broom Hill

Settlement in Durham

England

Broom Hill

The new bridge over the river Derwent at Ebchester.
The new bridge over the river Derwent at Ebchester. Credit: Ann Hodgson

Broom Hill is a small residential area located in Durham, England. It is situated to the south of the city center, between Gilesgate and Belmont. The neighborhood primarily consists of semi-detached houses and bungalows, with a mix of residential and rental properties.

Broom Hill benefits from its close proximity to Durham city center, which is only a short distance away. Residents have easy access to various amenities, including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. The nearby Gilesgate area offers a range of convenience stores, pubs, and restaurants, ensuring that residents have all their daily needs catered to.

The neighborhood is well-connected to the rest of Durham and the wider region. Broom Hill is served by several bus routes, providing easy access to the city center and surrounding areas. The nearby A690 road also offers convenient links to other parts of Durham and major cities like Newcastle upon Tyne.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate Broom Hill's proximity to the beautiful countryside of County Durham. The area is surrounded by picturesque green spaces, such as Sherburn Hill and Belmont Park, perfect for outdoor activities and leisurely walks.

Overall, Broom Hill provides a peaceful and convenient residential location with excellent access to amenities and transportation links. Its close proximity to both Durham city center and the countryside makes it an attractive place to live for individuals and families alike.

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Broom Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.885968/-1.835508 or Grid Reference NZ1054. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The new bridge over the river Derwent at Ebchester.
The new bridge over the river Derwent at Ebchester.
The Chelmsford, Ebchester.
The Chelmsford, Ebchester.
Shotley Bridge Hospital View of the old hospital buildings no longer in use today, the current and new hospital buildings out of shot to the left.
Shotley Bridge Hospital
View of the old hospital buildings no longer in use today, the current and new hospital buildings out of shot to the left.
Shotley Bridge Hospital View of the current main hospital building in use today, the old hospital buildings out of shot to the right.
Shotley Bridge Hospital
View of the current main hospital building in use today, the old hospital buildings out of shot to the right.
Church & churchyard of St Ebba Ebchester
Church & churchyard of St Ebba Ebchester
Hassockfield STC Hassockfield Secure Training Centre main entrance buildings located in old disused quarry.
Hassockfield STC
Hassockfield Secure Training Centre main entrance buildings located in old disused quarry.
Summerhill House Main building showing Summerhill house running alongside Elm Park Burn to the far left and Derwent Walk running through from left to right (Left to Consett and right to Swallwell).
Summerhill House
Main building showing Summerhill house running alongside Elm Park Burn to the far left and Derwent Walk running through from left to right (Left to Consett and right to Swallwell).
Panshield Hags View of part of Panshield Hags in background with wooded area in centre and Derwent River running from left to right below wooded area.
Panshield Hags
View of part of Panshield Hags in background with wooded area in centre and Derwent River running from left to right below wooded area.
Ebchester Church Ebchester Church shown from wall to left of main gates.  Tower building shown on the right and attached sub buildings on the left.  Small selection of graves also in shot and marked for reclamation.
Ebchester Church
Ebchester Church shown from wall to left of main gates. Tower building shown on the right and attached sub buildings on the left. Small selection of graves also in shot and marked for reclamation.
Derwent Walk Inn View of Derwent Walk Inn going down Broom Hill bank.  This pub is situated right on a crosslink with the Derwent Walk running from the left (Consett) to the Right (Swallwell).
Derwent Walk Inn
View of Derwent Walk Inn going down Broom Hill bank. This pub is situated right on a crosslink with the Derwent Walk running from the left (Consett) to the Right (Swallwell).
The Dene View of the entire small estate called The Dene situated near the main road of the village Medomsley.
The Dene
View of the entire small estate called The Dene situated near the main road of the village Medomsley.
High Westwood
High Westwood
Trees, fence and field near High Westwood
Trees, fence and field near High Westwood
Road to Ebchester from High Westwood
Road to Ebchester from High Westwood
Tree on Cut Throat Lane
Tree on Cut Throat Lane
Cottages Medomsley
Cottages Medomsley
Newlands South Farm To the right a working farm, to the left a barn conversion.
Newlands South Farm
To the right a working farm, to the left a barn conversion.
Cottage at Newlands A very much improved cottage at that.
Cottage at Newlands
A very much improved cottage at that.
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Broom Hill is located at Grid Ref: NZ1054 (Lat: 54.885968, Lng: -1.835508)

Unitary Authority: County Durham

Police Authority: Durham

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 54.885968,-1.835508
Ebchester Station Picnic Area
Tourism: picnic_site
Lat/Long: 54.8884443/-1.8344455
Bicycle Parking
Lat/Long: 54.8872376/-1.8349149
Ebchester
Historic Railway: station
Railway: site
Source: NPE
Wikidata: Q30596029
Wikipedia: en:Ebchester railway station
Lat/Long: 54.8880623/-1.8348035
Bus Stop
Glebe Farm
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001803D
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Glebe Farm
Naptan Indicator: north bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpgt
Naptan Notes: On B6309 in front of No 4 Rose terrace- Medomsley Cross Roads
Naptan Street: B6309
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8827416/-1.8321097
Bus Stop
Glebe Farm
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001803H
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Glebe Farm
Naptan Indicator: south bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpgw
Naptan Notes: opposite side garden to N0 4 Rose terrace on B6309- Medomsley Cross Roads
Naptan Street: B6309
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.882553/-1.8321729
Bus Stop
Hill Crest Cottage
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001809A
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Hill Crest Cottage
Naptan Indicator: north bound
Naptan Landmark: opposite Broomhill Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpjw
Naptan Street: B6309
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8844867/-1.8333339
Bus Stop
Hill Crest Cottage
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001809D
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Hill Crest Cottage
Naptan Indicator: south east bound
Naptan Landmark: opposite Glebe Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpma
Naptan Street: B6309
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8833893/-1.8325902
Bus Stop
Slades House
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001810A
Naptan Bearing: N
Naptan CommonName: Slades House
Naptan Indicator: north bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpmd
Naptan Notes: On B6309 approx. 7m to the south of the Poplars- Broomhill- Ebchester
Naptan Street: B6309 - Ebchester Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8864557/-1.8344571
Bus Stop
Slades House
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001810E
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Slades House
Naptan Indicator: south bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpmg
Naptan Notes: Opposite the Poplars on B6309- Broomhill- Ebchester
Naptan Street: B6309 - Ebchester Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8865051/-1.8342748
Bus Stop
Springhouse Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001811D
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Springhouse Lane
Naptan Indicator: south east bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpmj
Naptan Notes: stop not found springhouse lane- consett
Naptan Street: B6309 - Ebchester Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8900029/-1.83883
Bus Stop
Springhouse Lane
Naptan AtcoCode: 13001811H
Naptan Bearing: NW
Naptan CommonName: Springhouse Lane
Naptan Indicator: north west bound
Naptan Landmark: Landmark not known
Naptan NaptanCode: durajpmp
Naptan Notes: stop not found springhouse lane- consett
Naptan Street: B6309 - Ebchester Hill
Naptan Verified: no
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 54.8899401/-1.8389238
Direction: SSW
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Power: generator
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 54.8890667/-1.8403184
Bench
Lat/Long: 54.8825811/-1.8399573
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.8853633/-1.8427219
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 54.887949/-1.8412198
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.8892071/-1.8377893
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.8886016/-1.8405211
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.8886046/-1.8406445
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
Lat/Long: 54.8891477/-1.8376927
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