Welcome to Skerne Park

Skerne Park 

Skerne Park is situated on the southern edge of Darlington situated less than a mile from the town centre. In the heart of the estate is ‘The Coleridge Centre’ which hosts Skerne Park Primary School as well as providing training and opportunities to learn through Learning and Skills courses within the centre.

There is also Skerne Park Community Centre based on the estate which hosts an all-grass football pitch and holds activities and seasonal events for all ages. The centre is available to hire for private parties and comes with its own kitchen and catering facilities.

There is a post office, fitness facilities shop and pub on Skerne Park which all act as hubs for the community, boosting the community spirit on the estate.

It is a stone’s throw away from Darlington’s biggest open space, South Park. The park is grade II listed with Historic England and has something for everyone including children’s play parks, a duck pond, a bird aviary, café. mini golf and a bowling green. It is very much the heart of Darlington in terms of open space.

It is open 24 hours a day and has a voluntary group ‘Friends of South Park’ who volunteer their time for projects and to help out with gardening and maintain the park Website link.

Family housing is the key to Skerne Park which has one of the largest number of affordable housing within the town.

As well as a good selection of family housing, we have a good neighbour scheme Tennyson Gardens.

Tennyson Gardens

Tennyson Gardens is a sheltered scheme made up of 32, one-bedroom bungalows which form a quiet cul-de-sac. These bungalows enable you to live independently with the reassurance of the Lifeline service. The Community Centre is in the heart of the scheme and hosts seasonal activities for residents to enjoy.

Our schemes have a keen focus on community living with a warm and welcoming feel. The varied activities can help you maintain a healthy and independent life. All 55+ housing also comes with the Lifeline service giving you extra peace of mind. For more information please click on the link : 55+ Housing. [external link]

Fun Fact

Skerne Park comprises streets named after well-known British rivers, such as Tweed Place, Severn Way and Tyne Crescent, because of the estates closeness to Darlington’s main river the River Skerne.

Useful contact details:

Housing Team

• Phone Number - 01325 405333
• Email Address - [email protected]

Tenants Panel Member for Skerne Park

• Carol T - Contact Tenant Involvement Team - 01325 405333.

Engagement Information

Join us at our friendly coffee morning drop-ins for a relaxed chat with your housing officer—no appointment needed. These informal sessions are a great opportunity to raise concerns, ask questions, or simply connect with your local team. We also host regular tenant engagement meetings where you can share feedback, discuss local issues, and help shape the services you receive. See below engagement events in your local area. 

Estate Inspection 

We carry out regular inspections at each of our estates.

An inspection is an excellent opportunity to identify any issues that need dealing with and speak to residents about their concerns or matters they wish to bring to our attention. Please pop along and let the team know what's happening in your area.

For more information on Estate Inspections click here. [external link]

Darlington Community Grocery Information

Darlington Community Grocery is open for the people of Darlington, helping to keep families fed and give members access to support too.

For more information: Darlington Community Grocery - Community Grocery [external link]

The Bread and Butter Thing

Their mobile food clubs give access to nutritious and affordable food taken into the heart of communities starved of money, food and resources. This low cost weekly shop provides essential produce for family eating – fresh fruit and veg, fridge favourites and cupboard staples.

For more information about the The Bread and Butter Thing that is happening in your area: The Bread and Butter Thing - Affordable Food Clubs [external link]