Welcome to Witton Park

Witton Park 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 surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its picturesque scenery and is a popular destination for tourists who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings and landmarks, including Witton Castle, which dates back to the 14th century.

One of the main attractions in Witton Park is the Witton Castle Country Park. The park covers over 100 acres of land and is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, rabbits, and birds. The park is a popular destination for families and offers a range of activities, including walking, cycling, and fishing. There is also a children's play area and a picnic area, making it the perfect place for a family day out.

Another popular attraction in Witton Park is the Witton Tower. The tower is a Grade II listed building and dates back to the 16th century. The tower was originally built as a hunting lodge for the Bishop of Durham and is now used as a private residence. The tower is a popular landmark in the village and is often used as a backdrop for wedding photos and other special occasions. Overall, Witton Park is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the history and natural beauty of Durham.

Local Schools

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St Chad's Catholic Primary School, Witton Park Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Jenna Ellison	The Baltic Witton Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 0EP 1388603632 School Website
Toft Hill Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Leanne Nesbitt	Toft Hill Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 0JA 01388832393 School Website
Escomb Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Wendy Gill	Three Lane Ends Escomb Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 7SR 01388603273 School Website
Witton-Le-Wear Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Shawn Laws	Witton-Le-Wear Primary School 31 St James Gardens Witton-Le-Wear Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 0BG 1388488350 School Website
Bishop Auckland College Further Education Ages:14-99 Head Teacher Natalie Davison-Terranova	Woodhouse Lane Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JZ 1388443000 School Website
St Johns School And Sixth Form College A Catholic Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Byron	Woodhouse Lane Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 6JT 01388603246 School Website
St Helen Auckland Community Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Janet Elmes	Manor Road St Helen Auckland Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 9EN 01388604168 School Website
Oakley Cross Primary School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sian Atkinson	Lomond Walk West Auckland Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 9UD 01388833186 School Website
Copeland Road Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Lindsey Kidd	West Auckland Bishop Auckland Durham DL14 9JJ 01388832576 School Website
Bishop Barrington Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Grant Sowerby	Woodhouse Lane Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6LA 1388603307 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bishop Auckland Newgate Street, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7EJ 2.66 Miles

Shildon Hackworth Road, Shildon, Durham, DL4 1LX 4.46 Miles

Heighington Station Road, Heighington, Durham, DL5 6PX 6.61 Miles

Newton Aycliffe Newton Aycliffe, Newton Aycliffe, Durham, DL5 7BG 6.69 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 10.61 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bellcabs 01388 603791 56 Park Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0EN 0.44 Miles
F J Minibus Travel 01388 833931 56 Chestnut Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0TQ 0.73 Miles
Castle Cars 01388 488615 24 Castle View, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 0DH 1.94 Miles
Atlas Taxis 01388 450717 3 Harland Court, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9JH 2.11 Miles
Johns Cabs 07966 781183 25 Mayfield Walk, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9UY 2.11 Miles
I And K Travel 07972 030697 28 Maude Ter, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 9BB 2.16 Miles
Jamie's Taxis 01388 606267 44 Newton Grange, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7RP 2.19 Miles
R And S Taxis 01388 458228 36 Lowther Rd, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6QU 2.28 Miles
Michael's Travel 01388 661000 4 Saxon Ct, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 7UA 2.30 Miles
Tailor Made Travel 01388 665555 Cockton Hill Road, Bishop Auckland, Durham, DL14 6LE 2.54 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Phoenix Row - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Etherley - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Road Witton Park - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church St High Etherley - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodside - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Street Witton Park - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Toft Hill Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:09:00
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Hallimond Road Escombe - D Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Toft Hill 01388 834843	The Surgery 51 Toft Hill Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 0JA
St Helens, Auckland 01388 604163	The Surgery 16 Manor Road St Helens Auckland Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 9EP
Auckland Park Hospital	Westfield Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AE
County Durham And Darlington Bcsc	Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AD
Station View Medical Centre 01388 452711	Station View Medical Ctr 29A Escomb Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6AB

Local Stores

Cockfield
Prospect Square
Front Street Cockfield
Bishop Auckland
Durham
DL13 5ED
01388 718360
Store Website
4.05 miles

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SPAR West Auckland
The Old Church Hall
Station Rd
West Auckland
Bishop Auckland
DL14 9HE
01388 835331
Store Website
1.9 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Bishop Auckland Vets4pets Ltd
89 Cockton Hill Road Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6JN 01388 660280 bishopauckland@vets4pets.com 2.61 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
5-11 Tenters Street Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 7AD 01388 602707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 2.68 miles
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Castle Veterinary Surgeons
1B Henson Close South Church Enterprise Park Bishop Auckland County Durham DL14 6WA 2.96 miles

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Weardale Veterinary Clinic
34 Commercial Street Crook County Durham DL15 9HR 01388 763743 weardale.vets@zen.co.uk Website 3.93 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 4.89 miles

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Wilson Veterinary Group
Dundas Street Spennymoor County Durham DL16 6AS 01388 602 707 admin@vetsurgeon.co.uk Website 6.23 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 11.11 miles

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Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 13.11 miles

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Coldberry And Low Force
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 13.93 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 13.93 miles

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Stanhope Gate
27-28 Hude Middleton-In-Teesdale 13.93 miles Start From The Tourist Information Centre.

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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 15.31 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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