Marwood Parish Council

The Parish is located in Teesdale, County Durham. The Parish Council's purpose is to protect the interests and well-being of the local community.

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A map of the Marwood Parish by Open Street Maps

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The Langley Viaduct is a disused Victorian railway viaduct straddling the boundary between the civil parishes of Marwood and Langleydale.

Parish Notices

Parish notices provide essential updates on local events, council meetings, and community initiatives.
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Kinninvie is a rural hamlet and farming locality situated in the civil parish of Marwood in County Durham, located roughly 3 miles north of Barnard Castle.

News & Letters

The 'News & Letters' section offers a comprehensive overview of the latest developments within the parish.
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The parish council have planted 2 cherry trees on a green area in High Riggs to celebrate the Queen's Platinum Jubilee.

Gallery

The gallery showcases a vibrant collection of images capturing the essence of Marwood Parish.
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Outside of Marwood Parish Hall

Meeting Dates

The Parish Council meetings are held monthly, providing a platform for residents to engage with local governance.
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New Greenhouse for New Beds for Garden Plot at Castle Vale

Meeting AGENDA

The agenda outlines the key topics and issues to be discussed at the upcoming Parish Council meeting.
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Meeting Minutes

The minutes provide a detailed account of the discussions and decisions made during Parish Council meetings.
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Audited Accounts

The audited accounts provide a transparent overview of the Parish Council's financial activities.
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Legal Documents

Legal documents are crucial for maintaining transparency and accountability within the Parish Council.
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OUR Councillors

The councillors of Marwood Parish Council play a crucial role in representing the interests of the community.
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New Greenhouse for New Beds for Garden Plot at Castle Vale

PLANNING INFORMATION

These documents are essential for ensuring that any new developments align with the parish's vision and sustainability goals.
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Local History

Marwood Parish boasts a rich history dating back to medieval times, with its roots deeply embedded in the region's agricultural and industrial development.
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view from Marwood across fields

USEFUL Links

The links page serves as a gateway to a variety of resources that are useful to the Marwood Parish community.
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An Introduction to Marwood Parish

Marwood Parish Council borders and includes some of the town of Barnard Castle, County Durham. It serves both the Rural and urban areas, namely the east end of Barnard Castle, including High Riggs and Castle Vale Estate. It has a small Council of four volunteer elected Councillors. The Chair and the Vice Chairman are duly elected annually by these councillors.

There are vacancies for three councillors. Please contact parish clerk@marwoodparishcouncil.gov.uk

Marwood Parish Council

Electors

The Parish has approximately 264 Registered Electors in the Rural Ward and 491 in the Urban Ward as of the April 2026 Register of Electors.

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264

Registered Electors in the Rural Ward

491

Registered Electors in the urban ward

755

TOTAL Registered Electors

Marwood in Teesdale

Marwood is a small parish nestled in the heart of Teesdale, England. The landscape here speaks of history, with moorland and dales that have shaped our community's character for generations.

The Langley Viaduct is a disused Victorian railway viaduct straddling the boundary between the civil parishes of Marwood and Langleydale.
view from Marwood across fields

Get involved in your parish

Attend a meeting, become a councillor, volunteer, or share your views with the council today.
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