Crook is a historical market community in Area Durham, in the North East of England. Situated a number of miles north of the River Wear, Crook exists concerning 9 miles (14.5 km) south-west of the historical city of Durham, 5 miles (8 kilometres) north-west of Bishop Auckland and also 2 miles (3.5 kilometres) from Willington. The A690 roadway from Durham develops into the A689 leading up via Wolsingham and also Stanhope right into the top reaches of Weardale (an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty). Located on the edge of Weardale, Crook is subsequently often described as the "Gateway to Weardale". The centre of Crook, an assigned conservation area, features a selection of shops as well as businesses with the market hung on Tuesdays and also Saturdays. There are 2 popular churches, the centrally located St Catherine's CE and Our Woman Spotless & St Cuthbert's RC on Church Hill. On top of capitals to the east rests Crook Golf Club. For a community of its size Crook likewise includes an excellent selection of clubs, cafes and dining establishments. Crook is the 10th biggest settlement in County Durham and also the 35th largest in the North East of England since 2016.