Chester le Street is a historic market town nestled in County Durham, positioned conveniently between the cities of Durham and Newcastle upon Tyne. Defined by its heritage and close-knit community, Chester le Street is known for its attractive blend of period architecture, modern development, and riverside charm. The town gets its name from its Roman fort heritage, with 'chester' deriving from the Latin for camp, and its main road historically forming a key route from Scotland to the south of England.