Welcome to Croxdale

Croxdale is a small village located in County Durham, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles south of Durham city and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Croxdale is a popular destination for those who enjoy walking and cycling, with many scenic routes to explore.

One of the main attractions in Croxdale is the St. Bartholomew's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture. The church is still in use today and holds regular services for the local community. Another popular attraction in Croxdale is the Croxdale Hall Gardens, which are open to the public during the summer months. The gardens are home to a variety of plants and flowers, as well as a small pond and a picnic area.

Croxdale is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with many local events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include a summer fete, a Christmas market, and a village quiz night. Croxdale is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 6.8°C

Wind: 18.6 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Tudhoe Colliery Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Jim Smith	Front Street Tudhoe Colliery Spennymoor Durham DL16 6TJ 01388814399 School Website
Durham High School For Girls Other Independent School Ages:3-18 Head Teacher Mrs Simone Niblock	Farewell Hall South Road Durham DH1 3TB 01913843226 School Website
Browney Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Catherine Harris	Harle Street Browney Durham DH7 8HX 01913780562 School Website
Shincliffe C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Philip Rumbles	Beal Walk High Shincliffe High Shincliffe Durham DH1 2PN 01913843739 School Website
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Langley Moor Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pauline Burnside	Goatbeck Terrace Langley Moor St. Patricks Rc School Durham DH7 8JJ 1913780552 School Website
St Charles' Catholic Primary School, Tudhoe Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Thompson	Durham Road Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6SL 1388814285 School Website
Bowburn Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Paul Soler	Surtees Avenue Bowburn Bowburn Durham DH6 5DZ 01913770497 School Website
Langley Moor Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs S Simon	Brandon Lane Langley Moor Durham DH7 8LL 01913780830 School Website
Langley Moor Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs C Ferguson	Brandon Lane Langley Moor Durham DH7 8LL 01913780103 School Website
Tudhoe Moor Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Hymers	Tudhoe Moor Spennymoor Durham DL16 6EX 01388436000

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 3.06 Miles

Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 6.60 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 7.79 Miles

Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 8.25 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 8.28 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Carolines 01388 818284 Rogerson Terrace, Durham, Durham, DH6 5HJ 0.63 Miles
T D K Travel 07909 630577 9 Wayside, Durham, Durham, DH6 5HW 0.70 Miles
Advance Travel 07900 901671 6 Harebell Close, Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6FQ 1.70 Miles
J D Cabs 0191 378 2555 Littleburn Ind Est, Durham, Durham, DH7 8HJ 1.73 Miles
Armstrongs Private Hire 01740 651735 Unit 44 Enterprise City, Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6JF 1.82 Miles
K And T Taxi's 01388 812111 35 Wolsey Road, Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6SP 1.82 Miles
Location Taxis 01388 811385 32 St Davids Close, Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6SY 1.86 Miles
Pollys Taxis Durham 07774 634765 29 Clarence Street, Durham, Durham, DH6 5BB 2.16 Miles
Anne's Cars 07958 423393 3 Lambs Pl, Durham, Durham, DH6 5DB 2.17 Miles
Clanfield's Cabs 01388 810600 7 Bowes Grove, Spennymoor, Durham, DL16 6LT 2.23 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Sunderland Bridge - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Johnsons Terrace Croxdale No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Forsters Terrace Croxdale - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burnhall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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St Oswalds Drive - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tudhoe Colliery - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Houghall No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tudhoe Village - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Enterprise City No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:15
Enterprise City No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
York Hill - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Littleburn Ind Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Mill Road Littleburn No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Bowburn Medical Centre 0191 3772495	Bowburn Medical Centre Bow Street, Bowburn Durham DH6 5AL
Dcls Domiciliary Palliative Care 0191 3861170	Park House Road Merryoaks Durham DH1 3QF
The Medical Group 0191 3780651	Adrian Clark House Sawmills Lne, Meadowfield Durham County Durham DH7 8NH
Bishops Close Medical Practice 01388 811455	Spennymoor Health Centre Bishop's Close Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6ED
St Andrew's Medical Practice 01388 817777	Sensier House St Andrew's Lane Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6QA

Local Stores

Durham Road - Bowburn
Durham Road
Bowburn
Durham
Durham
DH6 5AT
01913 778471
Store Website
2.22 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Durham Equine Practice
Unit 41, Enterprise City Durham Gate County Durham DL16 6JF 0191 603 1122 vet@durhamequine.co.uk Website 1.80 miles


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Gilmoor Vets
Moor Veterinary Clinic 81 Durham Road Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6JW 01388 811311 jgash.gilmoorvets@btconnect.com Website 2.25 miles
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Wilson Veterinary Group
Dundas Street Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6AS 01388 602 707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 2.75 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 2.89 miles
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Dunelm Veterinary Group
106 Gilesgate Durham County Durham DH1 1JA 0191 384 7609 dunelmvets@yahoo.co.uk Website 3.13 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 3.30 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Hardwick Park
Good For Walks With All The Family, Especially Those With Younger Children. Dogs Are To Be Kept On The Lead During The Day And The Park Has Good Paths/Walkways Suitable For Pushchairs. There's Also Plenty Of Opportunity For The Children To Play And Explore. There Is A Fee To Park, A Café For Refreshments And Toilet Facilities. A177 Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS21 2DN 7.09 miles

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Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 7.56 miles

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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 8.21 miles

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Hurworth Burn
A Nice Walk Along The Reservoir Which Is Good For Prams Too! Dogs Can Be Off Lead But Be Aware There Are Also A Lot Of Cyclists That Use This Route Hurworth Burn Reservoir Lancashire 8.79 miles There Is A Car Park Just Up From Hurworth Barn Pet Hotel, It’S Just On Your Left After You Go Under The Bridge

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Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise. 19 Chester Rd Lancashire 10.41 miles

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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 10.64 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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Weather Forecast

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