The picturesque town of Yarm is a desirable place to live, steeped in history with a charming village feel.
Bordered by the River Tees and the River Leven and surrounded by woodland, Yarm is a peaceful and much sought after location.
The Tall Trees development can be found a short drive from Yarm’s bustling cobbled high street, famous for its wide range of shopping, traditional pubs and restaurants.
The focal point of Yarm is its pretty high street. Built in 1710 it is home to a wide range of independent shops, including fashion stores, delicatessens, florists, bakers, butchers and gift shops.
If you’re looking for places to eat and drink in Yarm you really are spoilt for choice. With an abundance of quaint cafes and restaurants serving modern, contemporary cuisine, there’s something to suit all tastes.
Yarm is also known for its traditional pubs including The Black Bull which dates back to 1834 and The George and Dragon Inn where permission to build the Stockton & Darlington Railway, the world's first public railway, was given at a meeting held there in 1821!
Only a short distance away is Preston Park Museum and Grounds, a large Georgian house and former home of Robert Ropner, a local industrial magnate. The museum tells the story of Victorian life in the area and features a walled kitchen garden, nature reserve, Butterfly World and an adventure playground.
The North Yorkshire Moors National Park is right on the doorstep with plenty of tranquil walking routes and scenic views to enjoy just 20 minutes from the Tall Trees development. The popular tourist destinations of Osmotherley and Mount Grace Priory are just 15 minutes away and the coastal towns of Saltburn and Maske can be reached in around 35 minutes.
The town of Stockton-on Tees is only 10 minutes by car and hosts a popular weekly market. For big name high street shopping Teesside Park is only three miles away with free parking and retail stores such as Marks and Spencer, Next, Boots and H&M.