Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Whorlton within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Whorlton.-- township and vil., Gainford par., Durham - township, 1972 ac., pop. 241; vil., 3½ miles SE. of Barnard Castle; P.O.; has a limestone quarry.