Welcome to Foxton

Foxton Durham is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the city of Durham and is known for its picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to a number of traditional pubs and restaurants, as well as a range of local shops and amenities.

One of the most notable landmarks in Foxton Durham is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and features a number of impressive architectural features, including a Norman doorway and a 14th-century tower. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village.

Another popular attraction in Foxton Durham is the Foxton Locks, which are a series of ten locks on the Grand Union Canal. The locks were built in the late 18th century and are still in use today, making them a popular destination for boaters and walkers alike. The locks are surrounded by beautiful countryside and offer stunning views of the surrounding area. Overall, Foxton Durham is a charming village with a rich history and plenty of attractions to explore.

Local Schools

School	Details
William Cassidi Church Of England Aided Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Cornelius	Morrison Street Stillington Stockton On Tees Durham TS21 1JD 01740630270 School Website
Sedgefield Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Cox	Rectory Row Sedgefield Stockton On Tees Durham TS21 2BJ 01740620359 School Website
Sedgefield Community College Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Paul Fleming	Hawthorn Road Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees County Durham TS21 3DD 1740617777 School Website
Sedgefield Hardwick Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Paul Taylor	Hawthorn Road Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees TS21 3DA 1740620041 School Website
Bishopton Redmarshall C Of E Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Jonathon Bull	Cobby Castle Lane Bishopton Stockton On Tees Durham TS21 1HD 01740630339 School Website
Wynyard Church Of England Primary School Free Schools Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Charlotte Mccabe	Wynyard Woods Wynyard TS22 5GJ 01740555005 School Website
Fishburn Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr G Ferguson	East View Fishburn Stockton On Tees Durham TS21 4AU 01740620162 School Website
St Michael's Church Of England Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lindsey Vollans	Front Street Bishop Middleham Ferryhill County Durham DL17 9AL 1740651482 School Website
Elmbank Learning Centre Other Independent Special School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mrs Ashley Roberts	Viewly Hill Farm Stockton On Tees TS20 1PQ 1539566081
Rosebrook Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Leanne Todd	Rudyard Avenue Roseworth Stockton-On-Tees TS19 9LF 1642677985 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Billingham Marsh House Avenue, Billingham, Cleveland, Durham, TS23 3TG 6.02 Miles
10:48 to Carlisle Platform:2 Estimated:10:54 11:30 to Nunthorpe Platform:1 On time 11:50 to Carlisle Platform:2 On time
Stockton Bishopton Lane, Stockton-On-Tees, Cleveland, Durham, TS18 2AJ 6.02 Miles
10:41 to Carlisle Platform:2 Estimated:10:47 11:37 to Nunthorpe Platform:1 On time 11:42 to Carlisle Platform:2 On time
Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 6.63 Miles
11:07 to Bishop Auckland Platform:2 Estimated:11:09 11:34 to Saltburn Platform:1 On time 12:10 to Bishop Auckland Platform:2 On time
Thornaby Mandale Road, Thornaby, Cleveland, North Yorkshire, TS17 6AW 6.99 Miles
11:15 to Saltburn Platform:2 On time 11:23 to Manchester Airport Platform:1 On time 11:30 to Bishop Auckland Platform:1 On time
Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 7.17 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Classique Cars 01740 623777 19 Rowan Oval, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham, TS21 3BY 2.25 Miles
Tarns Taxis 01740 622155 19 Heatherdene Road, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham, TS21 4ES 3.62 Miles
B And D Taxis 01740 652929 1 Roast Calf Lane, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 9AT 4.23 Miles
Travel 6 Taxis 01740 655644 1 Roast Calf La, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 9AT 4.23 Miles
Class Cars 01642 355975 62 The Green, Stockton-On-Tees, Durham, TS20 1DT 5.25 Miles
United Executive Travel 01740 652980 Mainsforth Road, Ferryhill, Durham, DL17 9DE 5.29 Miles
Executive Transport Services 01642 550011 90 Sidlaw Road, Billingham, Durham, TS23 2EJ 5.38 Miles
Aycliffe D And I Taxis 01325 307777 10 Fowler Rd, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 5AJ 5.39 Miles
Safeline Taxis 01325 312512 4 Trevor Green North, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4AF 5.42 Miles
B And C Yellowcabs 01325 307478 2 Chilton Close, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 4RH 5.60 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Thorpe Larches Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Johns Park - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Stillington Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Thurlow Grange Sedgefield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mount Pleasant Stillington - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foxton Sedgefield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dun Cow Hotel Sedgefield Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Sedgefield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Rectory Row Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Old Stillington - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitton - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Durham Road Sedgefield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Oaktree Crescent Sedgefield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
South View Sedgefield - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Thorpe Thewles Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Park Lane Surgery 01740 631001	Park Lane Surgery Stillington Stockton On Tees Cleveland TS21 1JS
Skerne Medical Group 01740 620300	Harbinson House Front Street, Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees Cleveland TS21 3BN
Skerne Medical Group - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Harbinson House Front Street Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees TS21 3BN
Sedgefield Community Hospital 01740 626600	Salters Lane Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees County Durham TS21 3EE
Fishburn 01740 620284	Fallscroft 1 Butterwick Road Fishburn Stockton On Tees Cleveland TS21 4AP

Local Stores

Sedgefield
Front Street
Sedgefield
Stockton-On-Tees
Durham
TS21 3AT
01740 620175
Store Website
2.01 miles

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SPAR Bradbury Service Station
Bradbury Service Station
A689
Bradbury
Stockton-on-Tees
TS21 2ES
01388 721687
Store Website
3.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Clifton Lodge Veterinary Group
7 East End Sedgefield Stockton-On-Tees Cleveland TS21 3AU 01740 622126 info@cliftonlodgevets.co.uk 1.95 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Wear Referrals
Veterinary Hospital Bradbury Stockton-On-Tees TS21 2ES 01388 777770 info@wear-referrals.co.uk Website 3.32 miles
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Pet Nurse Services
34 North Albert Road Norton Stockton On Tees Cleveland TS20 1PD 01642 686115 info@petnurseservices.co.uk Website 4.84 miles
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Harrison Family Vets Stockton
Unit 2 The Mile House Durham Road Stockton On Tees Cleveland TS19 9AA sto@harrisonfamilyvets.co.uk Website 4.90 miles

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Grange Vets
131 Shafto Way Newton Aycliffe Durham County Durham DL5 5QL 01325 465371 info@grangevets.co.uk Website 5.43 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
1 Neville Parade Newton Aycliffe County Durham DL5 5DH 01325 321871 5.53 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 2.45 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 5.48 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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Billingham Beck Valley Country Park
Lovely Little Walk With Plenty Of Exciting Smells For My Typically Inquisitive Beagle Who Loved Exploring The Plethora Different Walkways. One Very Small Clearly Signposted Area Needs To Be Avoided To Rightly Protect Wildlife But Still Managed To Have A Beautiful Stroll For An Hour Or So Enjoying The Natural Tranquility Of The Park… Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Lancashire 5.55 miles Location Details Billingham Beck Valley Country Park Billingham Stockton-On-Tees Ts23 1Pb Directions The Site Is Situated Adjacent To The A19 On The A1027 Road To Billingham. Opening Times Parking Is Available On The Site, Open Daily Summer: 8.30Am - 9Pm Winter: 8.30Am - 5.30Pm

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Coatham Woods
Forestry Area Owned By Forestry Commision. Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire 6.78 miles

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Cowpen Bewley Woodland Park
Absolute Gem Of A Dog Walking Area, Easy To Find Just Off The A19 . Plenty Of Dog Walkers Use It And It Has A National Cycle Network Route Beside It. A1185 Billingham Lancashire TS23 3NF 6.82 miles

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Preston Park
Walk Round The Grounds Of Preston Park A Large House Now A Museum (At Present Undergoing Restoration) And Alongside The River Tees With Woodland An Grassed Areas. Children's Playgrounds, Picnic Areas, Level Grass For Children's Games Lots Of Free Parking. Some Areas Are Sometimes "On Lead" But Plenty Of Places For All Dogs To Run And Investigate. 502 Yarm Rd Stockton-On-Tees Lancashire TS16 0BQ 7.31 miles Eaglescliffe

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