Darlington
Americannoun
noun
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an industrial town in NE England in Darlington unitary authority, S Durham: developed mainly with the opening of the Stockton-Darlington railway (1825). Pop: 86 082 (2001)
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a unitary authority in NE England, in Durham. Pop: 98 200 (2003 est). Area: 198 sq km (77 sq miles)
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A spokesperson said: "We are very proud to have two parks in Darlington with Green Flag status, especially when taking into account the size of the borough."
From BBC ● Jul. 25, 2026
Baroness Chapman of Darlington is international development minister with responsibilities for Latin America and the Caribbean.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
Gypsy leader Billy Welch said his school visits have made a "huge difference" in tackling racism in Darlington as he urged the government and education authorities to support school outreach work.
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
These new must-read mysteries are ripe with revenge; discover how authors like Jose Ando, Caroline Glenn and Leodora Darlington craft their books to keep readers hooked.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2026
On normal days, of course, Lord Darlington took his meals, as does Mr Farraday today, in the more intimate atmosphere of the dining room, which is ideal for accommodating up to a dozen.
From "The Remains of the Day" by Kazuo Ishiguro
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