Crookfest

Crook Town Football Club is easy to reach by car. The venue is on West Road in Crook (DL15 9PW). From Durham city centre it’s about a 7-mile drive (15–20 minutes) via the A689 road through Witton-le-Wear. From Newcastle or the north, take the A1(M) south to junction 61, then follow the A68 and A689 toward Crook. From Darlington and the south it’s roughly 20 miles via the A68 (around 35–40 minutes). Ample parking is available at the stadium, and there is additional parking near Crook market place, just a few minutes’ walk away. Roads are well-signed, making it easy to follow local directions to the festival grounds.

Good bus options also serve Crook. The nearest train stations are Durham and Darlington. From Durham station, Arriva’s X46 bus runs regularly to Crook’s market place; from Darlington, the number 1 bus stops right outside the Crook Town ground. On event days these routes often have additional services. The bus stops in Crook’s town centre are only a short walk from the football ground, making public transport convenient if you prefer not to drive.

For those flying in, Newcastle International Airport is the closest major airport (about 30–40 minutes by car). Durham Tees Valley Airport (near Darlington) is around 40–45 minutes away. Both airports have rail connections to Durham and Darlington if you prefer to travel by train. Larger airports like Manchester or Leeds/Bradford require longer travel; it's usually easiest to take a train from there into Durham or Darlington and then switch to a bus or taxi to Crook. Once you’re in the North East, driving or local buses make it straightforward to reach Crook.

Accommodation in and around Crook is limited, so it’s smart to book early. Crook itself has a few small B&Bs and pubs with rooms, but many visitors choose to stay in nearby towns. Durham city (about 10 miles away) and Bishop Auckland (about 6 miles away) offer a wider range of hotels and guesthouses. Barnard Castle and Darlington are other options for those willing to drive a bit farther. No official camping is available at the football ground, but nearby campsites and holiday cottages in the County Durham countryside or Weardale can serve festival-goers. Wherever you stay, planning your booking early is recommended during the busy holiday weekend.