Plawsworth County Durham Map

About Plawsworth

The agricultural landscape surrounding Plawsworth has shaped its character for centuries. It lies 3.9 km south-south-west of Chester-le-Street (from Chester-le-Street: bearing 198°T, OS grid NZ 262 479), and is situated north-east of Tan Hills village. Historically, Plawsworth was part of the wider parish of Chester-le-Street, with its development likely tied to the surrounding farming estates and the coal mining industry that became prominent in County Durham. While no grand abbeys or castles mark the immediate vicinity, the enduring rural setting of Plawsworth offers a glimpse into the traditional life of the North East. The proximity to larger centres like Chester-le-Street provides access to amenities and services, while Plawsworth itself retains a quiet, pastoral feel.

About This Plawsworth Map Page

Explore Plawsworth, 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: 54.825610, -1.593462. 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.