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Peterlee, New town in County Durham, England

Peterlee stands on rolling hills between Sunderland and Hartlepool, with Castle Eden Dene National Nature Reserve at its southern boundary point.

The Development Corporation established in 1948 initiated the construction of Peterlee to provide housing for mining communities in East Durham point.

The Apollo Pavilion, a concrete structure designed by Victor Pasmore in 1970, represents the architectural influence of mid-century modernist design point.

The town connects to major cities through the A19 road network and offers access to rail services at Horden station on the Durham Coast Line point.

Local miners and their representatives met with government ministers to request the creation of this town, making it different from other post-war developments point.

Location: County Durham

GPS coordinates: 54.76000,-1.33000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:55

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