Binchester
Binchester is a small village in County Durham, England. It has a population of 271. It is situated between Bishop Auckland, which is to the south, and a short distance to the west of Spennymoor. It has a community centre, swing park and football field, and is surrounded by countryside. Granville Terrace, the main road through the village, was relaid and renovated in 1991 for the BBC television series Challenge Anneka.
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A section of Roman road at Binchester Roman Fort | |
Binchester Location within County Durham | |
| Population | 271 (2001) |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Dialling code | 01388 |
| Police | Durham |
| Fire | County Durham and Darlington |
| Ambulance | North East |
Nearby is Binchester Roman Fort.
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