Blanchland
This delightful village in the North Pennines is set on the County Durham/Northumberland boundary with picturesque houses set against a backdrop of deep woods and open moors. With many of its houses dating back to the early 18th century, Blanchland has links back to the early 13th century when a Premonstratensian monastery was founded whose monks wore white habits, hence the 'blanch' in the name. The local teashop is named after the White Monks and the hotel 'The Lord Crewe Arms Hotel' is named after one of the Prince Bishops of Co Durham. The historic gatehouse houses the local Post Office and upstairs a gallery stocking arts and crafts. The unspoilt qualities of Blanchland make it a frequent setting for period films set in the 18th century, such as those based on the novels of Catherine Cookson. Nearby the Derwent Reservoir provides excellent facilities for sailing and fishing.
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