Welcome to Tanfield Lea

Tanfield Lea is a small village located in County Durham, England. It is situated approximately 8 miles south-west of Newcastle upon Tyne and 5 miles north-west of Chester-le-Street. The village is known for its rich history and heritage, with many historic buildings and landmarks still standing today. One of the most notable landmarks in Tanfield Lea is the Tanfield Railway, which is the world's oldest railway still in operation.

The village of Tanfield Lea has a strong community spirit, with many local events and activities taking place throughout the year. The village hall is a hub of activity, hosting everything from fitness classes to community meetings and social events. There are also several local pubs and restaurants, providing a range of dining options for residents and visitors alike. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists.

Despite its small size, Tanfield Lea has a rich industrial heritage. The village was once home to several coal mines, which played a significant role in the local economy for many years. Today, the mines have closed, but their legacy lives on in the form of the Tanfield Railway, which was originally built to transport coal from the mines to the River Tyne. The railway is now a popular tourist attraction, offering visitors the chance to experience a piece of history and enjoy the beautiful countryside of County Durham.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 9°C

Feels Like: 5.4°C

Wind: 17.7 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Tanfield School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Steven Clough	Tanfield Lea Road Stanley County Durham DH9 8AY 1207232881 School Website
Tanfield Lea Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher K Hemmings	Tanfield Lea Stanley Durham DH9 9LU 01207234500 School Website
St Joseph's Catholic Primary, Stanley Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jill Burgess	Front Street Stanley County Durham DH9 0NP 1207232624 School Website
Shield Row Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Jill Cooke	King Edward Viii Terrace Shield Row Stanley Durham DH9 0HQ 01207239661 School Website
North Durham Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Mark Gray	High Street Stanley Durham DH9 0TW 01207292180 School Website
Oxhill Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Julia Watson	Oxhill Stanley Durham DH9 7LR 01207232266 School Website
East Stanley School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Williams	Chester Road East Stanley Stanley County Durham DH9 0TN 1207233611 School Website
South Stanley Infant And Nursery School Academy Converter Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Thompson	Tyne Road South Stanley Stanley County Durham DH9 6PZ 1207232445 School Website
South Stanley Junior School Academy Converter Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Bell	Tyne Road South Stanley Stanley County Durham DH9 6PZ 1207232059 School Website
Stanley Burnside Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs K Charlton	Mendip Terrace South Stanley Stanley Durham DH9 6QP 01207234020 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Metrocentre Gateshead Metro Centre, Gateshead, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9GA 5.52 Miles

Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 5.60 Miles

Dunston Dunston, Dunston, Tyne And Wear, NE11 9SS 5.63 Miles

Blaydon Tyne Street, Blaydon-On-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE21 4JB 5.95 Miles

Newcastle Neville Street, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, Tyne And Wear, NE1 5DL 7.20 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cars For Occasions 01207 235973 Unit, Stanley, Durham, DH9 9UU 0.23 Miles
Cars For Occasions 07500 938850 Tanfield Lea Industrial Estate N, Stanley, Durham, DH9 9NX 0.38 Miles
Three D Taxis 07525 538582 140 Orchard Gr, Stanley, Durham, DH9 8NY 0.63 Miles
South Stanley Taxis 01207 234614 Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0JE 0.77 Miles
Checker Cabs 01207 290333 6 Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0HX 0.82 Miles
S O D A Taxis 01207 234234 Imperial Hotel Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0TB 0.89 Miles
Stanley Taxis 01207 230000 Bus Station, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0NQ 0.92 Miles
Stanley Travel 01207 230000 Stanley Bus Station/Mary St, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0NQ 0.92 Miles
Soda Taxis 01207 284710 96 Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0HU 0.92 Miles
Derwentside Private Hire 01207 290280 96L Front Street, Stanley, Durham, DH9 0HU 0.92 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Epworth - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tanfield Lea Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whinside - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Sunny Terrace - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tantobie No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tanfield Lea South Ind Estate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:00
Woodside Grove - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Royal Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shield Row Post Office Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Front Street Collection Today available until:11:45 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Asda Stanley Collection Today available until:11:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Carmel Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tanfield No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Clifford Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Whitelehead - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Tanfield View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Scott Street Tanfield Stanley DH9 8AD
Tanfield View Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Scott Street Tanfield Stanley DH9 8AD
Tanfield View Medical Group 01207 232384	Tanfield View Surgery Scott St, Tanfield Stanley County Durham DH9 8AD
Lambert - Louisa Surgery, Stanley 01207 213800	Louisa Surgery Stanley Stanley County Durham DH9 8AA
Stanley Medical Group 01207 285800	Stanley Primary Care Ctr Clifford Road Stanley County Durham DH9 0AB

Local Stores

Burnopfield
20 The Leazes
Burnopfield
Newcastle Upon Tyne
Durham
NE16 6HR
01207 272827
shop.4114@coop.co.uk
Store Website
2.14 miles

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SPAR Southmoor
194 - 200 Park Road
Southmoor
Stanley
DH9 7AL
01207281226
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Ashfield Veterinary Surgery (Cvs Group Plc)
Classic House Morrison Road Industrial Estate Morrison Road Annfield Plain County Durham DH9 7RX 2.03 miles

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Westway Veterinary Group
Eden Hill Farm Twizell Lane West Pelton Stanley County Durham DH9 6SJ 0191 370 0369 info@westwaysvets.com Website 2.65 miles
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Prince Bishop Vets
1 Plantation Street Leadgate Consett County Durham DH8 7PP 01207 590340 info@princebishopvets.co.uk Website 4.06 miles
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Westway Veterinary Centre T/A Whickham Veterinary Centre
7 St Mary'S Green Whickham Tyne And Wear NE16 4DN 0191 488 4113 info@westwayvets.com Website 4.77 miles
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Sheriffs Highway Veterinary Group
2 Front Street The Orchard Whickham Newcastle Upon Tyne Northumberland NE16 4EL 0191 488 3092 enquiries@thevetsplace.co.uk 4.79 miles

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Abbey Veterinary Centre
Pelton Fell Road Chester Le Street County Durham DH2 2NG 0191 3871881 chester@abbeyvets.net Website 4.84 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Gibside
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk Where You Can Enjoy An Adventure In Gibside's 600 Acre Woodland. NE16 6BG 2.94 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

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 3.97 miles From The A694, Take Strathmore Road/B6315 Through Highfield And Head Toward Chopwell Wood.

Location what3words pampered.odds.etchings

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 4.02 miles

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Thornley Wood
Great Off Lead Walk, You Can Join It At Any Point. Lockhaugh Road-Glamis Crescent Lancashire 4.05 miles

Location what3words lasts.tunnel.thanks

Chopwell Woods
Chopwell WOODS RD 4.16 miles

Location what3words extend.shredder.hourglass

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 4.95 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!

Location what3words wicked.times.wheels

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

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	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
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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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