Welcome to Consett

Consett is a town located in the county of Durham, in the northeast of England. It is situated on the River Derwent and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The town has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age. In the 19th century, Consett became a major center for steel production, and the town's economy was dominated by the steel industry for many years.

Today, Consett is a thriving town with a population of around 27,000 people. The town has a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. There are also several schools in the area, making it a popular choice for families. Consett is well-connected to other parts of the region, with good road and rail links to nearby cities such as Newcastle and Durham.

One of the main attractions in Consett is the Derwent Reservoir, which is located just outside the town. The reservoir is a popular spot for fishing, sailing, and walking, and it offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside. There are also several parks and green spaces in the town, including Blackhill and Consett Park, which is home to a range of sports facilities and a children's play area. Overall, Consett is a great place to live or visit, with a rich history, beautiful scenery, and plenty of amenities to enjoy.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 9.1°C

Feels Like: 5.3°C

Wind: 19.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Benfieldside Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr C Addison	Moorlands Blackhill Consett Durham DH8 0JX 01207591369 School Website
Delta Independent School Other Independent School Ages:13-16 Head Teacher Mr Paul Hillary	Parliament Street Consett County Durham DH8 5DH 1207502680
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Consett Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jennifer Gill	Stanley Street Consett County Durham DH8 6LN 1207503982 School Website
Consett Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Tom Urwin	Ashdale Road Consett Durham DH8 6LZ 01207507001 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Blackhill Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr David Miller	Pemberton Road Blackhill Consett County Durham DH8 8JD 1207502657 School Website
Learning For Life Special Post 16 Institution Ages:16-25 Head Teacher Miss M Matthewson	Herbert Street Consett County Durham DH8 6AE 1207509936 School Website
Consett Infant School Community School Ages:4-7 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Graham	Teasdale Street Consett Durham DH8 6AF 01207504464 School Website
Consett Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paul Dixon	Beechdale Road Consett Durham DH8 6AY 01207504431 School Website
Beechdale Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Julia Graham	Beechdale Road Consett Durham DH8 6AY 01207505752
Villa Real School Community Special School Ages:2-19 Head Teacher Mrs Jill Bowe	Villa Real Road Consett DH8 6BH 01207503651 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Stocksfield Stocksfield, Stocksfield, Northumberland, NE43 7NQ 6.64 Miles

Prudhoe Station Gate, Prudhoe, Northumberland, NE42 6NR 7.33 Miles

Wylam Station Road, Wylam, Tyne And Wear, NE41 8JA 7.96 Miles

Riding Mill Riding Mill, Riding Mill, Northumberland, NE44 6EP 7.98 Miles

Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 8.87 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Atlas Taxis 01207 509770 13 Trafalgar Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 5HE 0.70 Miles
Neashams Taxis 01207 504425 20 Nelson Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RA 0.77 Miles
Neasham Private Hire 01207 504425 21 Nelson St, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RA 0.77 Miles
Jacksons Taxis 01207 502266 4 Taylor Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 5RQ 0.85 Miles
E W M S Cars Ltd 01207 590303 Forster Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 7JU 0.97 Miles
Aaa Taxis 01207 668111 22 Villa Real Bungalows, Consett, Durham, DH8 6BQ 0.99 Miles
A1 Cabs 01207 501088 Knitsley La, Consett, Durham, DH8 7NN 1.05 Miles
Jeff's Taxis 07812 186639 33 Dunelm Road, Consett, Durham, DH8 8HP 1.62 Miles
Delves Taxis 01207 590139 45 Fellside, Consett, Durham, DH8 7AW 1.75 Miles
L And M Taxis 01207 506018 4 Taylor Street, Consett, Durham, DH8 7BD 1.80 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Blackfyne Durham Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blackhill P . O . Blackfyne No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Queens Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bessemer Street - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Durham Rd - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
No. I Durham Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillfield Millfield Court - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Belle Vue Terrace - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Genesis Way - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
West Victoria Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Cuthberts Avenue - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Backstone Burn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodlands Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Number One Industrial Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Derwentside Gp Extended Access Service 07931 672199	83 Queens Road Consett County Durham DH8 0BW
Weekend Support For Vulnerable People 07494 674252	Queens Road Surgery Blackhill Consett County Durham DH8 0BW
Queens Road Surgery 01207 585890	Queens Road Surgery 83 Queens Road, Blackhill Consett County Durham DH8 0BW
Shotley Bridge Community Hospital - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Shotley Bridge General Hospital Consett DH8 0NB
Consett Medical Centre 01207 583400	Consett Medical Centre Station Yard Consett County Durham DH8 5YA

Local Stores

Leadgate
33-34 Front Street
Leadgate
Durham
Durham
DH8 7SB
01207 500113
Store Website
1.44 miles

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SPAR Lanchester
4
Front Street
Lanchester
DH7 0ER
01207 520822
Store Website
4.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Westway Veterinary Group
13-15 Medomsley Road Consett County Durham DH8 5HE 01207 509997 info@vwestwayvets.com Website 0.71 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Prince Bishop Vets
1 Plantation Street Leadgate Consett County Durham DH8 7PP 01207 590340 info@princebishopvets.co.uk Website 1.45 miles
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Animals Treated
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Ashfield Veterinary Surgery (Cvs Group Plc)
Classic House Morrison Road Industrial Estate Morrison Road Annfield Plain County Durham DH9 7RX 4.40 miles

Animals Treated
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Orchard House Veterinary Centres Limited
Station Yard Main Road Stocksfield Northumberland NE43 7NJ 01661 843259 stocksfield@orchardhousevets.com Website 6.64 miles
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Animals Treated
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Jim Mclellan Mrcvs &Amp; Associates
Unit 6 &Amp; 7 Dukes Court Low Prudhoe Industrial Estate Low Prudhoe Prudhoe Northumberland NE42 6DA 01661 830 022 7.49 miles
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Animals Treated
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Tyne Veterinary Clinic
7 Jubilee Terrace Crawcrook Ryton Tyne And Wear NE40 4HL 0191 413 6706 7.53 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Chopwell Wood
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk At Chopwell Wood, Near Gateshead. This Walk Is A Gentle Stroll, On A Good Surfaced Trail, With Few Hills. The Walk Incorporates Part Of The Old Railway Line That Used To Carry Coal From Chopwell And High Spen Collieries To Derwenthaugh Cokeworks. Lancashire NE39 1LT 4.44 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

Location what3words pampered.odds.etchings

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 4.51 miles

Location what3words extend.shredder.hourglass

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 6.02 miles Entrance On B6314 Between Burnopfield And Rowlands Gill; Follow Brown Signs From A1, Taking Exit On To A694 At North End Of Metrocentre.

Location what3words chew.wing.museum

Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 7.17 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 8.16 miles

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Watergate Forest Park
Some Parts Are Paved, Yet Some Are Hilly, Dirt Tracks. It Suits Everyone Really! There’S A Large Lake In The Middle Where The Dogs Can Be Let Off! Watergate Forest Park Car Park Gateshead Lancashire NE11 9RR 9.65 miles Just Off Exit 68 When Heading Northbound On The A1 Through Gateshead. Then Turn Left, Then Second Right. You’Ll Start To See Signs! It’S One Minute From The A1!

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Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	-4.2°C	-4.3°C	-4.6°C	-5.5°C	-7.4°C	-9.7°C	-11.8°C	-13.9°C	-15.9°C	-13.7°C	-14.9°C	-17.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-10.1°C	-11°C	-11.9°C	-12.5°C	-12.6°C	-11.6°C	-9.6°C	-7.9°C	-7.3°C	-7.6°C	-9°C	-9.6°C
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

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Temp	-10.4°C	-10.2°C	-9.3°C	-8.1°C	-6.5°C	-3.7°C	0°C	2.5°C	3°C	2°C	0.4°C	-5.3°C
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