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in the county of County Durham

River Tees, Stockton-on-Tees, County Durham.

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About Stockton-on-Tees

Old market town which grew up on the banks of the River Tees. It has a history stretching back to Saxon rule, and there where turbulent times with the Scottish during the 17th-century. It was not however, until Stephenson drove his Locomotion for the opening of the Stockton and Darlington Railway in 1825 that the town gained prominence. The rail line brought other industries to what was once a quite market town and like many Teesside towns it will be forever linked with the iron and steel industry.

Interestingly, a famous son of Stockton was Thomas Sheraton (1751-1806) furniture designer. Sheraton was born in the town and spent much of his early life there. Before coming to fame he travelled the area as a cabinet maker. John Walker invented and sold the first friction match from his Chemist shop in the High Street in 1827. Thinking there was no money in it, he failed to patent his invention, leaving others to profit.

Preston Park is a pleasant place to visit and Preston Hall Museum tells of the history of the town, its industries and its people. The River Tees has become a focus for leisure pursuits, boats can be hired and pleasure boats carry passengers on interesting river trips.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Stockton-on-Tees

	Swallow Stockton Hotel John Walker Square, Stockton On Tees, County Durham, England (0.9 miles, 1.4 km) This 3-star hotel offers superb accommodation and good northern hospitality. The hotel provides a convenient location to discover open countryside, exciting fun attractions and historic sites. The... More info and book online.. Price from £50.00
	Metro Inns Teesside North Tees Industrial Estate, Stockton on Tees, North Yorkshire, England (2.1 miles, 3.5 km, direction E) Convenient located for Teeside with good rail and road links, this friendly hotel is your premier choice for value hotel accommodation, ideal for business or leisure needs. Take a break from other... More info and book online.. Price from £24.00
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	Parkmore Hotel & Leisure Club 636 Yarm Rd, Eaglescliffe, Stockton On Tees, County Durham, England (3.5 miles, 5.6 km, direction S) The cuisine is imaginative and varied, with a leisure club including a swimming pool and well equipped gym. You will find the service friendly and helpful and the hospitality second to none. All of... More info and book online.. Price from £49.00
	Thistle Middlesbrough Fry Street, Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England (3.8 miles, 6.1 km, direction E) There is plenty to see and do in Middlesbrough, and Thistle Middlesbrough is a great base to explore the town. Following an investment of over twelve million pounds, this modern hotel was completely r... More info and book online.. Price from £78.00

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Nearby travel help

Stockton Station	(0.4 miles, 0.6 km)
Thornaby Station	(1.3 miles, 2.1 km, direction SE)
Teesside International Airport	(6.0 miles, 9.7 km, direction SW)
A1(M) Junction 60	(9.2 miles, 14.8 km, direction NW)
A1(M) Junction 59	(9.6 miles, 15.5 km, direction W)
Newcastle International Airport	(35.3 miles, 56.7 km, direction NW)
Stockton-on-Tees to London	(217.6 miles, 350.2 km, direction S)