Development details: Situated a short distance from Durham, Brandon was originally one of seven townships within the Parish of Brancepeth.
Brandon was confiscated by Elizabeth I in 1569 after the northern rising and administered the lands as Crown Lands until the 1620's where they were plundered by a series of Royal lessees and courtiers. Its main industry was agricultural until coal was discovered.
The town prospered until finally in 1968 the last coal mine in Brandon was closed. Council Tax Bands:  3 bedroom end terrace Ashby Band B £1160.
These charges are subject to change each year

ABOUT THE DEVELOPMENT

Education
Local schools include Brandon Primary School, St. Patrick's RC Primary School and Brandon Junior School. Its proximity to the historic city of Durham ensures that a vast range of city schools, colleges and Durham University are all within easy reach.

Leisure
Durham City Centre is 2.5miles away. Famous for its history and culture it offers a variety of shops, cafes, bars, restaurants, theatres and caters for a vast range of entertainment and leisure pursuits.

Shopping
Currently Brandon has small population of around 3000 people. It has a couple of small shops providing everyday amenities, a doctor's surgery and a pharmacy. It also has a number of pubs, sports clubs and a library. All the conveniences a small town needs.

Transport
Brandon is situated in County Durham just off the A690 linking it with Durham City Centre, the A167 and the A1 to the north and Crook to the south. The A1 provides an excellent link with Newcastle and the rest of the UK motorway network.