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Cotherstone

Built-up area in County Durham, England

Coordinates:54.571, -1.984
OS grid ref:NZ 01 19
Population:594
Dialling code: 01833 (Barnard Castle)
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Cotherstone is a small, traditional village in Teesdale, County Durham, set beside the River Tees and close to Barnard Castle. Its stone cottages, village green and quiet lanes sit on the edge of the uplands, making it a handy base for exploring the surrounding moorland and riverside scenery.

The village is best known culturally for Cotherstone cheese, a locally made farmhouse cheese, and for its agricultural roots; sheep and dairy farming have shaped the local economy for generations. With its position near the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and popular walking routes, it attracts walkers and visitors seeking a peaceful rural experience.

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Transport links

  • Durham Tees Valley Airport 22.6 miles36.4 km
  • Newcastle International Airport 34.3 miles55.2 km
  • Frosterley Rail Station 10.8 miles17.4 km
  • Wolsingham Rail Station 11.5 miles18.5 km

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Schools in Cotherstone

  • Cotherstone Primary School Primary

Local points of interest

  • Eggleston Abbey Archaeological site 4 miles6.5 km
  • Streatlam Castle Estate 4.7 miles7.6 km
  • Raby Castle Archaeological site 7.4 miles11.9 km
  • Lune Forest Forest 10.7 miles17.2 km
  • Stanwick Hall Estate 12.3 miles19.8 km
  • Old Park Country house 12.7 miles20.4 km
  • Windlestone Country house 16.6 miles26.7 km
  • Moor House Nature Reserve Nature reserve 17.2 miles27.6 km
  • Fors Abbey Historic site 18.4 miles29.7 km
  • Catterick Racecourse Recreation 18.5 miles29.7 km
  • The Darlington Arena Stadium 18.5 miles29.8 km