Cassop, Durham, DH6 4RF

Cassop is a village and former civil parish, now in the parish of Cassop‑cum‑Quarrington, in the County Durham district, in the ceremonial county of Durham, England. It has a population of about 500 and is located near the city of Durham. A former mining village, mining is no longer the main occupation of Cassop's inhabitants due to extensive mine closure over the last 30 years. Cassop is situated a few miles to the south‑east of Durham, giving residents access to the amenities and services of the larger city while maintaining a rural, low‑density setting. The community’s history as a mining village is evident in its built environment and local heritage, though the area has transitioned to a more diverse economy in recent decades.