Another thing I found on Skyscraper City. 

Forum link:
https://www.skyscrapercity.com/threads/c...-166304404

Planning Application:
https://publicaccess.durham.gov.uk/onlin...HTNGDK6M00&activeTab=summary

It's a bit dated but I have yet to see work commence on the project. Planning permission was granted in February but, presumably, COVID has played its part in the delay.

Consett is getting a new community hospital, various care units, a gym, a hotel, a veterinary practise and micro-brewery to be built in the area opposite Tesco and Morrisons at Puddlers' Corner.

Being on the main-route into Hownsgill, which is where I imagine road access will be, I imagine this will be quite well-served by GNE.

I don't know what this will mean for Shotley Bridge Hospital. There is a new housing estate on much of the former grounds so, if that gets merged into the new hospital, then I imagine the hospital will be no-more.