Parish in Stockton-on-Tees, England
| Coordinates: | 54.521, -1.363 |
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| OS grid ref: | NZ 41 14 |
| Dialling code: | 01642 (Middlesbrough) |
Egglescliffe is a semi-rural village and civil parish on the north bank of the River Tees in the borough of Stockton-on-Tees, perched on a distinct river cliff with long views across to Yarm. Its name reflects that riverside siting and a long history centred on the old parish church standing on the bluff; the settlement has medieval origins and strong links to the agricultural and river trade that shaped the Tees valley.
Today Egglescliffe combines village character with commuter convenience: nearby Eaglescliffe railway station and good road links make it a popular home for people working in Teesside and the wider Tees Valley, while pockets of green farmland, small industrial estates and a tight-knit local community preserve a quieter, village feel. Local schools, clubs and occasional community events give it a social focus that balances its historic roots and suburban growth.
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