Consett County Durham Map

About Consett

The rolling hills surrounding Consett have long shaped its identity, a landscape that historically supported a thriving mining and steel industry, forming the backbone of its economy for generations. It lies 5.8 km west-south-west of Annfield Plain (from Annfield Plain: bearing 259°T, OS grid NZ 108 509), and is situated west-south-west of Leadgate village. While the closure of the steelworks marked a significant economic shift, Consett has since diversified, with a growing service sector and a strong sense of community resilience evident in its ongoing regeneration efforts. Consett's cultural character is deeply rooted in its industrial heritage, a spirit that continues to resonate through its people and local events. Although no single landmark dominates the skyline, the town boasts a number of historic buildings that speak to its past, including former industrial structures now being repurposed. The legacy of its working-class past has also produced notable figures, such as the acclaimed actor and director Sir Ian McKellen, who spent part of his childhood in Consett, contributing to the town's cultural tapestry.

About This Consett Map Page

Explore Consett, County Durham, with an embedded street and satellite map — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 54.853198, -1.833296. Live weather conditions and 7-day forecasts are provided through Open-Meteo, while real-time local and world news feeds help keep the page current. Wikipedia and editorial summaries provide additional local information and context.

Location data is sourced from OS Open Names © Crown copyright and database rights 2024, Ordnance Survey, Open Government Licence v3.0, and verified by coordinates.