Local Attractions
With the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, East Coast and cities of Durham, Newcastle and York all within easy driving distance, this is an ideal base from which to visit the sights of North East England.
Spectacular waterfalls, sweeping moorlands, magnificent castles and ancient market towns are all to be found in Teesdale.
Nearby bridleways, footpaths, riverside walks, golf and fishing provide ample entertainment and opportunity to explore the countryside.
Within one mile the villages of Piercebridge and Gainford provide friendly local services including newsagents, general stores, Laurel's Cafe, butcher, post office, hairdresser, 'Chippie', organic farm shop, doctors surgery and three churches.
There is an excellent selection of country pubs and quality restaurants in the area.
Local attractions & places to visit
The local bus service stops at the end of the farm drive, going to Teeside, Teeside airport, Darlington, Barnard Castle and Middleton in Teesdale.
Nearby attractions include:
- Barnard Castle
- Bowes Museum
- High Force Waterfall
- Raby Castle
- Beamish Museum
- Hadrian's Wall
- Durham Cathedral
- Gateshead Metro Centre
(45 minutes by car or train)
(1 hour by car)
