Parish in Darlington, England
| Coordinates: | 54.584, -1.438 |
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| OS grid ref: | NZ 36 21 |
| Dialling code: | 01740 (Sedgefield) |
Bishopton is a small, mainly rural civil parish on the edge of Darlington in County Durham, England. Its name hints at medieval links with the bishopric of Durham and the area still feels agricultural, with scattered farmsteads and a compact village core set among rolling fields.
Despite its quiet character, Bishopton lies close to the transport and employment centres around Darlington and neighbouring Teesside, so many residents combine village life with commuting. The parish attracts walkers and local history enthusiasts interested in its traditional buildings, landscape and the small-community social life that remains at its heart.