Thurlbeck is - to quote David Byrne when singing about Heaven - a place where nothing ever happens.
You won't find it on a map, unless that map was purchased from MacPerson's General Store. A cloak of dissuasion seems to hang over the small Durham town, discouraging casual visitors and delivery drivers. Even Jehovah's Witnesses don't like to hang around too long after the first front door has closed.
Roads entering Thurlbeck have Diversion and Road Closed signs put up at every junction. Residents of neighbouring villages whisper tall tales about the ancient woodland (not mentioned in The Doomsday Book) which encloses Thurlbeck on three sides.
Wikipedia entries for the town are rejected due to excessive editing and the often contradictory 'facts' put forward as proof of its existence.
As a holiday destination, the Cumbrian village of Thurlbeck comes highly recommended. It is a beautiful place, and people talk excitedly of the magical experiences they have while staying there.
You will always find a warm welcome when you visit Thurlbeck.
Did I mention the ghost?
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