LIVING IN CONSETT AND THE SURROUNDING AREA

Consett is a thriving town that sits atop of the Derwent Valley acting as a gateway to the Pennines as well as stunning County Durham and Northumberland scenery.

The town is currently in the middle of a substantial investment programme which will supplement and improve its current amenities which consists of great shops, a great nightlife, award winning parks and all surrounded by breath taking countryside.

Durham has excellent road links so within 20 minutes you could visit neighbouring cities of Durham and Newcastle, within 30 minutes be on the coast at Sunderland and take in the sights of Edinburgh or York within two hours, or enjoy a West End show in the Capital within three hours due to the excellent rail links within the major cities close by.

Looking to South East of Consett, Durham City see's the city skyline dominated by two UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, and to the North East the attractions of the Sage and Angel of the North as well as the vibrant city of Newcastle, and a little further afield the attractive coastline of Sunderland and surrounding areas, so wherever you look you’re guaranteed an impressive view.

A warm welcome is guaranteed by the people of the North East, who are known for their passionate and friendly nature. .

The development of the new Academy and Leisure facilities will be at the heart of the community and represents the forward thinking nature of the community and determination to firmly put Consett ‘on the map’.