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Known for
The Battle of Neville's Cross nearby (1346, where David II of Scotland was captured), the Dean and Chapter Colliery heritage, and a County Durham market town serving the central Durham community
A little history
Ferryhill sits near the site of the Battle of Neville's Cross in 1346 — where English forces captured David II of Scotland, returning him to Edinburgh only after a massive ransom. The Dean and Chapter Colliery served the local coal mining community for over a century.
The Neville's Cross battle site is just outside Durham city — a short drive. The town centre for local shopping. The central Durham countryside for walking.
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Ferryhill is a place in County Durham known for the Battle of Neville's Cross nearby (1346, where David II of Scotland was captured), the Dean and Chapter Colliery heritage, and a County Durham market town serving the central Durham community. Ferryhill sits near the site of the Battle of Neville's Cross in 1346 — where English forces captured David II of Scotland, returning him to Edinburgh only after a massive ransom. The population is around 6,000.
The town has local cafes and independent food options. Durham city is close for wider food choice. Local County Durham produce is good.
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Roam covers Ferryhill and the surrounding area in County Durham, including Chilton, Cornforth, Kirk Merrington, Mainsforth, Windlestone, Bishop Middleham, Spennymoor and Tudhoe.
