Welcome to Westwick

Westwick Durham is a small village located in the county of Durham, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Wear and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. The village is home to several historic buildings, including the Westwick Hall, which was built in the 17th century and is now a Grade II listed building.

Westwick Durham is a peaceful and tranquil village that offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is surrounded by stunning countryside, which makes it an ideal location for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The River Wear is a popular spot for fishing, and the village has several fishing clubs that offer memberships to visitors. The village also has several walking trails that take visitors through the beautiful countryside and offer stunning views of the surrounding area.

Westwick Durham is a small village, but it has a strong sense of community. The village has several local businesses, including a post office, a village shop, and a pub. The pub, called The Westwick, is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike and offers a warm and friendly atmosphere. The village also has a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which is used for community events and activities. Overall, Westwick Durham is a charming village that offers visitors a peaceful and relaxing retreat in the heart of the English countryside.

Local Schools

School	Details
Barnard Castle School Other Independent School Ages:4-18 Head Teacher Mr Anthony Jackson	Newgate Barnard Castle Durham DL12 8UN 01833690222 School Website
Green Lane Church Of England Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Robert Goffee	Green Lane Barnard Castle Durham DL12 8LG 01833690298 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Barnard Castle Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lesley Ann Box	Birch Road Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 8JR 1833637029 School Website
Teesdale School And Sixth Form Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Miss Anna Cleckner	Prospect Place Barnard Castle DL12 8HH 1833638166 School Website
Montalbo Nursery And Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Miss Christopher Minikin	Fairfield Road Barnard Castle Durham DL12 8TN 01833637718 School Website
Staindrop Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Mitchinson	Cleatlam Lane Staindrop Darlington County Durham DL2 3JU 1833660285 School Website
Cotherstone Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Dr Lindsey Kidd	Cotherstone Barnard Castle Durham DL12 9QB 01833650491 School Website
Staindrop C Of E Controlled Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Steven Whelerton	Black Swan Wynd Staindrop Darlington Durham DL2 3NL 01833660334 School Website
Bowes Hutchinsons C Of E Aided School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Gibson	Bowes Barnard Castle Durham DL12 9LG 01833628291 School Website
Gainford C Of E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Chris Riley	Low Road Gainford Darlington Durham DL2 3DR 01325730274 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 11.90 Miles

Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 12.15 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 12.57 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 13.23 Miles

North Road Station Road, Darlington, Durham, DL3 6ST 13.50 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
A C Taxis 01833 660304 Beckside, Darlington, Durham, DL2 3PQ 4.65 Miles
F J Minibus Travel 01388 833931 56 Chestnut Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0TQ 9.63 Miles
Johns Cabs 07966 781183 25 Mayfield Walk, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9UY 10.02 Miles
Atlas Taxis 01388 450717 3 Harland Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9JH 10.10 Miles
I And K Travel 07972 030697 28 Maude Ter, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9BB 10.41 Miles
Amalgamated Taxis 01748 825112 Unit 16/Greenbelt Holdings/Borough Rd, Richmond, North Yorkshire, DL10 4SX 10.48 Miles
Bellcabs 01388 603791 56 Park Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0EN 10.80 Miles
Castle Cars 01388 488615 24 Castle View, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0DH 10.86 Miles
Taxis In Darlington 01325 582002 Merrybent Drive, Darlington, Durham, DL2 2JZ 11.04 Miles
R And S Taxis 01388 458228 36 Lowther Rd, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6QU 11.07 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Westwick - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
East Shaws - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Galgate Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Cecil Road - D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Barnard Castle Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Victoria Road Barnard Castle DL12 8HT
Barnard Castle Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Victoria Road Barnard Castle DL12 8HT
Barnard Castle Surgery 01833 690707	Barnard Castle Surgery Victoria Road Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 8HT
Dovecote Street Surgery 01833 660342	Staindrop Darlington County Durham DL2 3JT
Woodview Medical Practice 01388 718202	The Surgery Cockfield Bishop Auckland Co.Durham DL13 5AF

Local Stores

Barnard Castle
17 Horsemarket
Barnard Castle
Durham
DL12 8LY
01833 637113
shop.4611@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.31 miles

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SPAR Staindrop
3
North Green
Staindrop
Darlington
DL2 3JN
01833 660218
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Castle Veterinary Surgeons
Montalbo Road Barnard Castle County Durham DL12 8ED 01833 695695 ENQUIRIES@CASTLEVETS.NET Website 1.79 miles
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Swale Veterinary Llp
The Green Reeth Richmond North Yorkshire DL11 6SF 01748 826600/822389 swale.vets1@btopenworld.com 10.27 miles

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Swale Veterinary Llp
Fairfield Way Gallowfields Trading Estate Richmond North Yorkshire DL10 4TB 01748 826600/822389 swale.vets1@btopenworld.com 10.43 miles

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Wensleydale Vets - Hawes Branch
Hawes Auction Mart Burtersett Road Hawes North Yorkshire DL13 3NP 01969 422201 info@wensleydale-vets.com Website 10.46 miles

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Castle Farm Vets
Unit 8 Dfam Humbleton Park Darlington County Durham DL2 2XX 11.49 miles

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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
1B Henson Close South Church Enterprise Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6WA 11.64 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 10.07 miles Walk To &Quot;Snaisgill&Quot; From The Village And You Can Keep On Track, Its All Sign Posted.

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Middleton To Mickleton
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 10.07 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 10.07 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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Low Force To High Force
Fitzhugh Library Newbiggin 12.92 miles Start At Bowlees Visitors Centre

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Muker
Beautiful Scenery But Not An Easy Walk Lot Of Stiles And Steep, But There Are Different Routes All Well Marked So You Can Do A Short Easy One If You Want. Toilets And Shops In Muker. Guildy Hall Muker Richmond DL11 6QG 14.88 miles

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Aysgarth Falls
Aysgarth Falls Include A Number Of Small Waterfalls Which Create Beautiful Dramatic Scenery And Are Part Of The River Ure. The Walk Begins By Walking Through Woodland And Across Pasture Fields, Before Turning Back To Arrive At The Three Waterfalls - Lower Force, Middle Force, And High Force. DL8 3TH 16.94 miles The Walk Starts And Finishes From The Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre, Which Has A Pay-And-Display Car Park, Toilets And Cafe. It Is Marked With Brown Tourism Signs From The A684 In Aysgarth Village.

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