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Are you looking to relocate to Darlington? Moving home is not something we do regularly with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate, there is so much to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removal company is crucial.
White & Company is a family-owned business with over 150 years of service to the Darlington community.
We offer a tailor-made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price.
Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack, and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can also offer the storage of some or all your effects.
We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve all towns and villages around Darlington. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About Us
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners.
This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment, and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies.
We have 265 specialist vehicles, fully trained and security-cleared removal staff and 19 secure storage locations across the UK.
Why Move to Darlington?
Darlington is a contemporary, large market town in County Durham.
From the 1820s to the 1960s, the town was an important centre for railway manufacturing, known for its bridge-making.
Bridges originally built in Darlington are found as far away as the River Nile and the Amazon River!
A great place to live, Darlington features wide open spaces, greenery, and lovely countryside walks.
Not only does it have almost everything you could ever need within the area, but it also boasts a great community spirit, with amazing people, places, and attractions.
The town is superbly placed for rail commuting to Newcastle, Teesside, Durham, and Yorkshire.
The A1(M) motorway north and south runs next to the town and the nearby Durham Tees Valley Airport operates flights to UK, European and International destinations, combining to make Darlington a true transport hub.
The affordability of Darlington’s property is a major contributing factor that draws people to the town. Not only are properties well priced the cost of living here is also comparatively cheaper.
Properties are much cheaper in Darlington when compared to the town’s closest cities of Durham and Newcastle.
One of the most prominent employers in the town and wider region is Cleveland Bridge & Engineering Company.
In recent years, Darlington’s economy has diversified greatly, emerging sectors include advanced engineering, logistics, sub-sea technology, biotechnology, digital technology, and telehealth. There truly is a place for all professions in the area.
As business development continues to be a major priority in Darlington, both job seekers and new businesses are turning their attention to the town.
Those looking for a long-term place to call home can’t go far wrong with Darlington.
Darlington Schools & Education
When you are relocating to any new area, finding the right school for your children is going to be one of your most important considerations.
You need not worry; Darlington’s schools perform very well when it comes to high-quality education.
For the most part, its schools achieve good results. Whether you are looking at nursery, primary, secondary, or further education, Darlington will not disappoint.
There are many primary schools that have been favourably graded by Ofsted.
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, Abbey Junior School and Mowden Infant School are all “good” says Ofsted.
The top-performing Secondary Schools include Rise Carr College and St Aidan’s Church of England Academy, both well-rated. While Carmel College has achieved the coveted “outstanding” award following its last inspection.
Several colleges cater for further educational needs, with Darlington College being among the most popular.
It provides a huge variety of courses to suit the ambitions of most students, with courses available at a range of levels. There are many other colleges in surrounding areas for those willing to travel further afield.
Teesside University is the closest higher education facility, around 16 miles from Darlington. It offers college leavers a good choice of courses.
Students from Teesside University have gone on to work at organisations across the world such as Aston Martin, Disney, Microsoft, Vodafone, Rolls-Royce and HSBC.
Things to do in Darlington
You’ll never have to go too far to find something to do in Darlington.
Head of Steam – Darlington Railway Museum: This museum showcases the history of railways and their impact on the town. It’s a great place for railway enthusiasts and history buffs.
Raby Castle: Although not directly in Darlington, Raby Castle is a historic medieval castle located nearby. The castle itself and its beautiful grounds are worth a visit.
South Park: A lovely park offering walking trails, gardens, a lake, and recreational facilities. It’s a great spot for a leisurely stroll or a relaxing picnic.
Darlington Hippodrome: If you’re interested in performing arts, the Darlington Hippodrome is a restored Edwardian theatre that hosts a variety of shows including plays, musicals, and concerts.
Walworth Castle Birds of Prey: This attraction offers the chance to see and even handle various birds of prey. There are flying displays and informative talks about these magnificent birds.
Binchester Roman Fort: A bit further out from Darlington, this Roman fort site is worth a visit for those interested in Roman history. It includes the remains of a bathhouse and other structures.
West Park Academy Wildlife Garden: A peaceful green space that’s great for nature lovers and those seeking a quiet place to relax.
Darlington Property
Darlington offers a wide variety of housing from long-established properties to newly built housing estates.
The excellent thing about property prices in Darlington is they are very affordable. The average cost of a home is well under the National UK average.
The only limitation is going to be down to your own choice.
Do you want to live in a quiet location away from the busy town? If so, start your search in the small villages surrounding Darlington such as Middleton St George, Beaumont Hill or High Coniscliffe.
Darlington itself has some fantastic period homes. If owning a Georgian or Victorian villa is your dream, there are a few on the market currently and mostly they are centred around the main town area.
Semi-detached Victorian terraced homes are also very popular with prospective buyers and Darlington has plenty of them.
They are very reasonably priced, and many have been renovated and extended making them great family homes.
Popular Places to Live near Darlington
- Barnard Castle
- Bedale
- Billingham
- Bishop Auckland
- Catterick
- Chester-le-Street
- Consett
- Croft
- Eaglescliffe
- Easington
- Ferryhill
- Hartlepool
- Ingleton
- Middlesbrough
- Middleton St. George
- Newton Aycliffe
- Northallerton
- Norton
- Richmond
- Sedgefield
- Shildon
- Spennymoor
- Stanley
- Stockton-on-Tees
- Stokesley
- Thirsk
- West Auckland
- Willington
- Wingate
- Yarm
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