Welcome to Aykley Heads

Aykley Heads is a beautiful and historic area located in Durham, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the city and is known for its stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The area is home to a number of important buildings, including the Grade II listed Aykley Heads House, which was built in the 18th century. The house is now used as offices for Durham County Council and is a popular destination for visitors to the area.

In addition to its historic buildings, Aykley Heads is also home to a number of modern businesses and organizations. The area has become a hub for technology and innovation, with a number of high-tech companies and startups setting up shop in the area. This has helped to create a vibrant and dynamic community, with a range of different businesses and organizations working together to drive economic growth and development in the region.

Despite its modern developments, Aykley Heads remains a peaceful and tranquil area, with plenty of green spaces and walking trails for visitors to enjoy. The area is also home to a number of important wildlife habitats, including a large pond that is home to a variety of different bird species. Whether you are interested in history, technology, or simply enjoying the great outdoors, Aykley Heads is a must-visit destination in Durham.

Local Schools

School	Details
Durham Trinity School And Sports College Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Grimwood	Dunholme Close Aykley Heads Durham DH1 5TS 01913864612 School Website
St Leonard's Catholic School, Durham Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Hammill	North End Durham DH1 4NG 1913848575 School Website
New College Durham Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Andrew Broadbent	Framwellgate Moor Centre Framwellgate Moor Durham DH1 5ES 1913754000 School Website
Framwellgate Moor Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Bethan Smith	Newton Drive Framwellgate Moor Durham DH1 5BG 01913865400 School Website
Durham Johnston Comprehensive School Community School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Dr Andrew O'sullivan	Crossgate Moor Durham Durham DH1 4SU 01913843887 School Website
Framwellgate School Durham Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Andy Byers	Newton Drive Framwellgate Moor Durham DH1 5BQ 01913866628 School Website
St Godric's Catholic Primary School, Durham Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Bridon	Carrhouse Drive Framwellgate Moor Durham DH1 5LZ 1913847452 School Website
Blue Coat C Of E Aided Junior School Voluntary Aided School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Miss Lysa Grieve	Langley Road Newton Hall Estate Durham DH1 5LP 01913865975 School Website
Durham Newton Hall Infants School Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Lynne Frazer	Langley Road Newton Hall Durham DH1 5LP 01913861203 School Website
Durham Sixth Form Centre Community School Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mrs Ellen Beveridge	Providence Row The Sands The Sands Durham DH1 1SG 01913830708 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 0.83 Miles

Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 4.58 Miles

Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 9.57 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 11.22 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 11.34 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
D C Taxis 0191 383 1122 66 Finchale Rd, Durham, Durham, DH1 5JH 0.51 Miles
New Durham Taxis 0191 386 5656 12 Waddington Street, Durham, Durham, DH1 4BG 0.83 Miles
Comfy Taxi 0191 386 5656 Waddington Street, Durham, Durham, DH1 4BG 0.83 Miles
Qtaxis 0191 383 0099 Durham Companions Club, Durham, Durham, DH1 4BJ 0.87 Miles
Stanley Taxis 0191 383 2905 Newcastle Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4AD 0.92 Miles
Wheelchair Taxis 07919 345385 10 Lyndhurst Dr, Durham, Durham, DH1 4AE 0.92 Miles
Freedom Private Hire 07923 807518 10 Lyndhurst Drive, Durham, Durham, DH1 4AE 0.92 Miles
Cramptons Private Hire 0191 386 3630 58 Front Street, Durham, Durham, DH1 5DW 0.97 Miles
Pratts Taxis 0191 386 0700 Maven House, Durham, Durham, DH1 5TA 0.99 Miles
Paddy's Taxis Ltd 0191 386 6662 Blakeys Yard, Durham, Durham, DH1 5TA 0.99 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Western Lodge Whitesmocks - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sniperley Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Durham Moor Crescent - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Framwellgate Moor - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
North End - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fieldhouse Lane - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Framwellgate Moor Post Office Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Finchale Road - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Western Hill - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Crossgate Moor - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Durham Station - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Bek Road Newton Hall - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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North Road - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Medical Centre, Framwellgate Moor 0191 3866044	Medical Centre 50 Front Street Framwellgate Moor Durham County Durham DH1 5BL
Chastleton Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Newton Drive Durham DH1 5BH
Chastleton Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Newton Drive Durham DH1 5BH
Chastleton Medical Group 0191 3846171	Chastleton Medical Group Newton Drive Framwellgate Moor County Durham DH1 5BH
Lanchester Road Hospital	Lanchester Road Durham County Durham DH1 5RD

Local Stores

Durham - Framwellgate Moor
Dryburn View
Framwellgate Moor
Durham
Durham
DH1 5AP
01913 843235
Store Website
0.30 miles

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SPAR Belmont
Blue House Shopping Centre
High Street
Belmont
Durham
DH1 1AR
01913 757463
Store Website
2.6 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Durham Vets4pets Ltd
Priory Road, Off Finchale Road Framwellgate Moor Durham County Durham DH1 5HW 0191 383 0555 durham@vets4pets.com Website 0.73 miles
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Abbey Veterinary Centre
Dunleigh House Newcastle Road Crossgate Moor Durham County Durham DH1 4HZ 0191 384 5115 durham@abbeyvets.net Website 0.95 miles
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Dunelm Veterinary Group
106 Gilesgate Durham County Durham DH1 1JA 0191 384 7609 dunelmvets@yahoo.co.uk Website 1.60 miles
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Gilmoor Vets
Hare &Amp; Hounds Veterinary Centre Sunderland Road Gilesgate Durham County Durham DH1 2LG 0191 386 4477 info@gilmoorvets.com Website 1.98 miles
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Medivet Chester-Le-Street (Cestria Vets)
Unit 1 Turn Park Station Road Chester Le Street County Durham DH3 3DY 0191 388 5125 chester.le.street@medivet.co.uk Website 4.62 miles
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Abbey Veterinary Centre
Pelton Fell Road Chester Le Street County Durham DH2 2NG 0191 3871881 chester@abbeyvets.net Website 4.98 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 3.89 miles

Location what3words buggy.cookies.junior

Riverside Park
Riverside Park Is A Really Good Family Friendly Park That's Great Fun For Dogs. The Park Itself Has Nice Accessible Paths. A Little Walk Away Past The Rowing Club Down The Riverside Is A Really Nice Walk, Great If You Wanted To Walk A Dog Away From All The Excitement Of The Park. Parking Was About £1 For Two Hours. There Are Ice Cream Vans And Drinks Sold In The Summer. Lumley New Rd Lancashire 4.66 miles

Location what3words wages.charmingly.cave

Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise. 19 Chester Rd Lancashire 7.46 miles

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Princess Anne Park
This A Lovely Place For A Stroll With Plenty Of Fields For Your Fur Babies To Run, And Rivers To Plodge In. Plenty Of Bins Around The Park And Lots Of Other Dog Walkers Through Out The Day. 1 Dundrennan Washington NE38 7TX 7.62 miles

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Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 9.01 miles Next To Dragon Vets

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Hawthorn Dene
Woodland Walk With The Chance To Continue On Towards The Beach. Lots Of Different Routes To Take. Can Get Muddy Depending On The Weather (See Photo) Unnamed Road Lancashire 10.17 miles Park On The Road Before The Bungalow On The Right Hand Side. Either Walk Right After The Bungalow Or Continue Straight Ahead. Plenty To Explore

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