Stockton-on-Tees

Stockton-on-Tees is a town in County Durham that follows the curve of the River Tees, linking the northern and southern banks with several road crossings. The center is arranged around a wide square from which streets lead out toward residential districts and commercial zones.

The settlement grew during the medieval period after receiving market rights in 1310 and later developed into an important industrial center. In 1825 the town became the starting point of the first public steam railway in the world, changing how goods were transported.

The town maintains a traditional market dating from 1310, which continues to operate in the central square, attracting vendors and shoppers throughout the week.

The ARC Theatre and Arts Centre, opened in 1999, offers several performance halls for cinema, theater, dance, and music. The central square lies within walking distance of most parts of the town center and is easy to reach for visitors.

A prehistoric hippopotamus tooth found nearby in 1958 marks the northernmost evidence of these animals ever discovered in Britain. The geological layer suggests a warmer climate period that existed long before human settlement.

Location: Stockton-on-Tees

GPS coordinates: 54.57000,-1.32000

Latest update: December 4, 2025 23:01