Directions
Clarence Gate is situated in Bowburn, County Durham, around a mile away from the village centre, and just under six miles from Durham city centre (via the A177). This desirable development affords excellent transport links across County Durham, Teesside and the rest of the North East.
Commuting by car is readily accessible, due to the development's close proximity to the A177, A688 and the A1 (M). Travel by train is covered via Durham Station, around a 15-minute drive from home. This east coast mainline station affords travel to popular hubs such as Darlington, Newcastle, York, London and Edinburgh, among other destinations.
The development is situated in Bowburn, County Durham and falls within the administrative boundaries of Durham County Council.
Leisure
Residents of these new homes in Bowburn will find outdoor and indoor entertainment is easily accessible from the development. Within Bowburn itself there is Bowburn Park, which offers recreational grounds for dog walking and jogging, as well as a children's play park.
For further outdoor leisure pursuits, Hardwick Hall Country Park is situated only a 13-minute drive away from the development, in nearby Sedgefield. This Visit England accredited attraction, is also a Grade II listed site, with beautiful grounds, wildlife and a lake to explore.
Indoor entertainment is abound in County Durham, from the historical Durham Cathedral and Castle within the city centre, to the modern family entertainment parks of Adventure Valley and Diggerland, on the outskirts of Durham.
Transport
Clarence Gate is located just over a mile away from Bowburn village centre. The development is well-connected to major local hubs within the North East, including Teesside and the wider County Durham area. Major roads nearby include the A177, A688 and the A1 (M).
Durham Station is just under six miles away from Clarence Gate via the A177, and provides regular services to Newcastle, York, London and Edinburgh, among other destinations.
Education
Well-regarded schools in the local area include Bowburn Primary School, for younger children, which is situated just over one and a half miles from home and Ferryhill Business Enterprise College, around 14 minutes' drive away - serving pupils aged 11 - 16.
Private education is also on offer via the notable Durham High School for girls and Durham School, for all genders, each providing education for children ages three through to 18.
Further education is covered via the prestigious Durham University, a member of the Russell Group.
