Parish in Darlington, England
| Coordinates: | 54.556, -1.507 |
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| OS grid ref: | NZ 31 17 |
| Dialling code: | 01325 (Darlington) |
Barmpton is a small, largely rural parish just to the east of Darlington in County Durham, set near the meandering River Skerne. The area is typical of the North East countryside, with a patchwork of arable fields and pasture, hedgerows, country lanes and a scattering of farmsteads rather than a dense village centre.
Historically agricultural, Barmpton has a low population and a quiet, close‑knit community feel; a few historic houses and farm buildings reflect its past. Its proximity to Darlington and the wider Teesside conurbation makes it convenient for commuters while still offering easy access to walking routes and rural vistas.
DL1 3JA, DL1 3JG, DL1 3JF, DL1 3JR, DL1 3JD, DL2 1SN