Darlington is a market town in County Durham, North East England, located in the Borough of Darlington. It sits on the River Skerne, approximately 13 miles west of Middlesbrough and 17 miles south of Durham. According to the 2021 Census, Darlington had a population of 107,800, making it one of the largest settlements in North East England.
The town benefits from significant transport connections. It is served by the East Coast Main Line railway, which links it directly to London, Leeds, York, Newcastle, and Edinburgh. Additionally, Darlington is connected via the A1(M) motorway, providing further access to major UK cities and regions.