Location
A former mining village built around the ‘bow\' of the ‘burn\', Bowburn lies within the historic landscape of East Durham and enjoys a rural setting. With a mix of existing and new residents this village has a real sense of community spirit and even has its own website http://www.bowburn.net/


Travel
The area is ideally located with access to the A1M, A19 and A690 making commuting to Durham, Sunderland, Newcastle and Teesside easy. It is well served by public transport and is in close proximity to Durham Tees Valley airport.


Shopping and Leisure

The development is nearby the village\'s local amenities including public houses, a post office and the Co-op. Durham City Centre is only a short ride away and is home to a range of pubs, cafes, award winning restaurants, a Marks and Spencer (Silver Street), a small Sainsburys (North Street), Iceland (North Street) and a Tesco Express (North Road).

Out and about, things to see and do

Durham Cathedral

Durham Gala Theatre and Cinema

Freeman\'s Quay competition standard swimming pool and leisure complex

Beamish Museum

The city is home to a wide range of restaurants offering a variety of cuisine including Pizza Express, Café Rouge, Fat Buddha, Nandos, The Slug and Lettuce and The County Hotel to name a few

Durham indoor market - Victorian market at the city\'s Market Place

Prince Bishops and the Gates Shopping Centres