History of Catchgate

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Catchgate

The name of the village originates from a toll gate which was erected to catch those travellers trying to avoid the toll gate at Annfield Plain. The development of Catchgate is linked to the coal industry and that of the Annfield Plain Urban District Council in whose area it stands.

There were several collieries around the village and the council offices were located here, as was the library which is still going strong.

The great grandparents of Hilary Clinton (nee Rodham), were married in St.Thomas’ Church and the family lived in Catchgate for many years.

Catchgate Ward Councillors

Cllr Christine Bell

Cllr Christine Bell

Derwentside Independents

13 Southview Gardens
Annfield Plain
DH9 7SG

Tel: 07597 035760

Email: christine.bell@stanley-tc.gov.uk

Cllr Joan Nicholson

Cllr Joan Nicholson

12 Old Blackett Street
Catchgate
Stanley
DH9 8LP

Tel: 07812 645094

Email: joan.nicholson@stanley-tc.gov.uk