Map and Directions

Inevitably when giving directions people will say: "You can't miss it!". Well in our case this is almost true, no matter which way you come into Houghton-le-Spring you can see St.Michael's.

The main road running through our town is the A690, a dual carriageway that joins Durham & Sunderland approaches from the south-west and north east respectively. In both directions you get a fine view of our church as you approach Houghton. If you're coming from either the east (Seaham) or west (Chester-le-Street) follow the signs for the town centre and we're at the bottom of Church street on the Broadway. The map above will be a help to those who know their left from their right and their north from their south!

As well as generous parking in Church street, there are places for approximately 20 cars behind St.Michael's for visitors if you drive through the arch at the front of the building. Please be aware that the road is tight and winding and only suitable for cars.