Welcome to Hetton Downs

Hetton Downs is a small village located in the metropolitan borough of Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. The village is situated on the eastern edge of the Durham coalfield and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village is known for its rich history and heritage, which dates back to the 19th century when it was a thriving mining community. Today, Hetton Downs is a peaceful and tranquil place, with a close-knit community that is proud of its heritage.

One of the most notable features of Hetton Downs is its beautiful countryside. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, which provide a stunning backdrop for walks and hikes. The area is also home to a number of nature reserves, including Hetton Lyons Country Park, which is a popular destination for families and nature lovers. The park features a lake, woodland, and a variety of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and small mammals.

Another important aspect of Hetton Downs is its rich history and heritage. The village was once a thriving mining community, and many of the buildings and structures in the area date back to this time. One of the most notable landmarks in the village is the Hetton Colliery Railway, which was built in the 1820s to transport coal from the mines to the River Wear. Today, the railway is a popular tourist attraction, and visitors can take a ride on a steam train and learn about the history of the area.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 11.1°C

Feels Like: 7.5°C

Wind: 23.9 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Hetton Lyons Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-4 Head Teacher Mrs Ailsa Higgins	Four Lane Ends Hetton-Le-Hole Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 0AH 01915170808 School Website
Hetton Lyons Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kim Bushby	Four Lane Ends Hetton-Le-Hole Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 0AH 1915634200 School Website
Hetton Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Miss N Hill	Moorsley Road Hetton-Le-Hole Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 9ND 01915623323 School Website
Hetton Academy Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mrs Vicky Pinkney	North Road Hetton-Le-Hole Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 9JZ 1915623322 School Website
Eppleton Academy Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Jackson	Church Road Hetton-Le-Hole Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 9AJ 01915170006 School Website
Easington Lane Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Nordstrom	High Street Easington Lane Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 0JT 01915171700 School Website
East Rainton Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sara Toole	School Road East Rainton Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 9RA 01915536505 School Website
St Michael's Catholic Primary School, Houghton Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sonia Fraser	Durham Road St Michael's Catholic Primary School Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 8NF 1915840542 School Website
Gillas Lane Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Emma Monaghan	Seaton Avenue Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH5 8EH 1915005956 School Website
Elemore Hall School Community Special School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Richard Royle	Pittington Durham DH6 1QD 01913720275 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Chester-Le-Street Station Road, Chester-Le-Street, Durham, DH3 3EE 5.75 Miles

Durham North Road, Durham, Durham, DH1 4RB 5.85 Miles

Horden South East View, Horden, Peterlee, Durham, SR8 4EA 6.68 Miles

Sunderland Athenaeum Street, Sunderland, Tyne And Wear, SR1 3HP 6.69 Miles

Heworth Sunderland Road, Heworth, Tyne And Wear, NE10 0NE 10.31 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Caroline Taxis 0191 517 0707 Unit 8/Colliery La, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH5 0BG 0.07 Miles
John's Taxi Service 07908 851191 ., Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH5 9LU 0.63 Miles
Dial A Lift Taxis Ltd 0191 526 7712 243 High Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH5 0JT 0.95 Miles
Taxi Hire 0191 584 8500 5A Durham Road, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 4DJ 1.87 Miles
Houghton And Reinton Taxis 0191 584 8530 5 Imperial Buildings, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 4DJ 1.87 Miles
Houghton And Rainton Taxis 0191 584 8899 5A Imperial Buildings, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 4DJ 1.87 Miles
Ideal Taxis 0191 584 1222 Pottery Yard, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 4BA 1.98 Miles
Houghton And Rainton Taxis 0191 584 8503 4 Highfield Drive, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 6NE 2.35 Miles
G And I Private Hire 0191 517 0077 43 Grasmere Terrace, Durham, Durham, DH6 2RU 2.46 Miles
Cliff's Private Hire Taxis 07939 213008 4A Front Street, Houghton Le Spring, Tyne And Wear, DH4 6LR 2.48 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Station Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Claypath Road - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Crescent Hetton Le Hole - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Lambeth Drive - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Front Street Hetton Le Hole No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Airedale Gdns Hetton Le Hole No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Frederick Street Easington - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dunelm Road Hetton Le Hole - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hetton Downs - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Regent Street Hetton Le Hole - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Easington Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Blossom Street Hetton Le Hole - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Low Moorsley - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Elemore Colliery - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grasmere Avenue Easington - D No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hetton Group Practice 0191 5261177	Hetton Group Practice Hetton M/C,Francis Way Hetton-Le-Hole Tyne & Wear DH5 9EZ
Houghton Medical Group, 0191 5842154	Houghton Medical Group The Health Ctr,Church St Houghton-Le-Spring Tyne & Wear DH4 4DN
Dr Hubbard 0191 5844597	Church Street Houghton Le Spring Tyne And Wear DH4 4DN
Silverdale Family Practice 0191 5171055	Silverdale Family Pract Sth Hetton Hc, Front St South Hetton County Durham DH6 2TH
Icar 0191 5025660	Houghton Pcc Brinkburn Crescent Houghton Le Spring Sunderland DH4 5GU

Local Stores

Murton - Church Street
Church Street
Murton
Seaham
Durham
SR7 9NX
01915 263129
Store Website
2.55 miles

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SPAR South Hetton Road
Snippersgate Filling Station
South Hetton Road
Easington Lane
Houghton le Spring
DH5 0LG
0191 5262469
Store Website
1.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Firstvets
Cvs Group Plc 1 Hall Street South Hetton Durham County Durham DH6 2TU 0191 526 2963 1.88 miles

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Westway Veterinary Centres Ltd
Houghton Business Centre Lake Road Houghton Le Spring County Durham DH5 8BJ 0191 512 6600 houghton@westwayvets.com Website 1.95 miles

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Simplycats And Simplyhorses
12 Front Street Fence Houses Houghton Le Spring Durham Tyne And Wear DH4 6LP 0191 385 9696 simplycats@simplycats.net Website 2.54 miles
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Gilmoor Vets
Park Veterinary Clinic 6 William Doxford Centre Sunderland County Durham SR3 2NE 0191 511 0999 jgash.gilmoorvets@btconnect.com Website 3.68 miles
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Seaham Vets Limited
43 Gregson Terrace Seaham County Durham SR7 0HS 0191 513 0913 seahamvets@gmail.com Website 3.78 miles
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Consultation by appointment.
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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 4.65 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Herrington Country Park
Plenty Of Room To Run And Socialise. 19 Chester Rd Lancashire 4.29 miles

Location what3words narrow.eagle.laying

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 4.39 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

Location what3words stammer.corrode.montage

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 5.16 miles

Location what3words wages.charmingly.cave

Princess Anne Park
This A Lovely Place For A Stroll With Plenty Of Fields For Your Fur Babies To Run, And Rivers To Plodge In. Plenty Of Bins Around The Park And Lots Of Other Dog Walkers Through Out The Day. 1 Dundrennan Washington NE38 7TX 6.13 miles

Location what3words candle.tolls.points

Albany Park Washington
Go For A Lovely Walk Around Albany Park In Washington Where You Can Let Your Dog Off The Lead. After A Lovely Walk You Can Walk Into Concord For A Lovely Coffee In Cafe K9 A Dog Friendly Cafe That Serve Dogs And Human Food And Dog Treats. Located Next To Dragon Vets. Concord House Spout Ln Washington NE37 2AS 7.16 miles Next To Dragon Vets

Location what3words mild.lung.cowboy

Congburn And Waldridge
Forest And Slow Shallow River Congburn Wood 7.81 miles

Location what3words buggy.cookies.junior

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

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	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
Feels Like	-18.1°C	-19.2°C	-20°C	-20.6°C	-20.6°C	-19.1°C	-16°C	-13.1°C	-11.4°C	-10.9°C	-12.9°C	-15.8°C

Monday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Cloudy	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
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
Feels Like	-16.1°C	-16.1°C	-15.6°C	-14.7°C	-13.3°C	-10.3°C	-5.7°C	-2.5°C	-1.4°C	-1.9°C	-3.7°C	-10°C

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