Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Holmside within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Holmside, eccl. dist. and vil., Chester le Street and Lanchester pars., N. Durham--dist., pop. 2754; vil., 6½ miles NW. of Durham; has large coal mines.