Front Street in Stanley, County Durham. (Image: Chronicle Live)

Just 12 months ago it was declared to be the seventh 'ugliest' in the whole of the UK, but now a town in the North East has been talked up as a location to visit by an American travel site. And they have described as a place full of charm, with a history that 'echoes through time' as they aim to boost its profile worldwide.

You're probably sick of hearing ChronicleLive say this, but the North East is a place blessed with so many amazing places to call home, go for a break away or just spend a day in; whether you're more of a city centre person, love nothing more than spending time at the beach or are always keen for a bit of exploring in the countryside. So it's never any surprise when the region gets admiration on bot

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