Exploring the Town of Spennymoor that Stands Above the Wear Valley in County Durham
Roughly seven miles south of the city of Durham, above County Durham’s valley of Wear, stands the town of Spennymoor. It was founded over 160 years ago, and its Town Council area covers the villages of Middlestone Moor, Kirk Merrington, Tudhoe and Byers Green. This is a town that is steeped in history where its bygones are still reflected through its environment, vibe, and atmosphere. It is home to several beautiful landmarks, and it houses a good range of great local attractions that travelers can experience and enjoy.
The town is home to a Leisure Center which is located at the center of the town’s main commercial area. Within the town’s main shopping area, shoppers will find a great selection of national retailers and various specialty shops to provide diverse shopping choices to both the locals and its visitors. The town also houses some of the UK’s major retailers including an Asda Superstore, Lidl, Aldi, Iceland Foods, Farmfoods and Home Bargains.
Spennymoor houses an impressive range of places to eat that serves an excellent variety of international cuisines, traditional English dishes, mouthwatering meals and assorted tasty treats. The Green Tree, The Olive Grove, and Village Inn are the pubs to visit if you are looking to enjoy a pint of fine brew and traditional English meals. The Crown Takeaway is a popular food outlet in town that serves one of a kind pizzas and various comfort foods. For the sweet tooths out there, you don’t want to miss The Cake House at #3 Cheapside. Another restaurant that tourists should visit in this town is Casa D'Italia, an Italian restaurant that serves authentic Italian dishes and delicacies.
Things to See and Do in Spennymoor
Spennymoor Leisure Centre is one of the most popular and most visited facilities in town. With its excellent range of amenities, it is a great place that offers a lot of fun-filled activities. The magnificent Durham Mining Museum is an excellent tourist attraction where tourists will learn more about the mining heritage in the entire county. Artisans and art lovers will also love to visit the Town Hall Art Gallery.

