The Leas, Brandon

Situated a short distance from Durham, Brandon was originally one of seven townships within the Parish of Brancepeth. Brandon was confiscated by Elizabeth I in 1569 after the northern rising and administered the lands as Crown Lands until the 1620's where they were plundered by a series of Royal lessees and courtiers.

Its main industry was agricultural until coal was discovered. The town prospered until finally in 1968 the last coal mine in Brandon was closed.

Council Tax Bands:  3 bedroom end terrace Ashby Band B £1160. These charges are subject to change each year