Royal Oak, County Durham facts for kids
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| OS grid reference | NZ207236 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | DARLINGTON |
| Postcode district | DL2 |
| Police | Durham |
| Fire | County Durham and Darlington |
| Ambulance | North East |
| EU Parliament | North East England |
Royal Oak is a small settlement, often called a hamlet, located in the western part of Heighington civil parish. It is found within the Borough of Darlington in County Durham, England. This quiet place is situated to the northwest of the larger town of Darlington.
What is Royal Oak?
Royal Oak is a hamlet, which is a very small village. It's usually smaller than a village and doesn't have a church. Hamlets like Royal Oak are often made up of just a few houses or farms.
Where is Royal Oak Located?
Royal Oak is in the county of County Durham, which is in the northeast of England. It is part of the Borough of Darlington, a local government area. The hamlet is found within the Heighington civil parish. A civil parish is a local area that has its own council to manage local services.
Getting to Royal Oak
If you look on a map, you'll find Royal Oak northwest of the town of Darlington. It's a peaceful spot in the English countryside.
