Stockton on Tees is a market town which sits between the counties of county Durham and North Yorkshire. It is in the north east of England. Stockton is an Anglo-Saxon name; typically a name ending with “ton” was a farm or homestead. The town sits on the banks of the River Tees and was an important industrial town throughout the ages. There are many traditional old houses in the town centre. There is a large outdoor market, held weekly. In the town centre, one can see many old and original yards, including the interesting Green Dragon Yard, as well as Wasp Nest Yard, Ship Inn Yard and Hambletonian Yard. There are local attractions near the town, and a good way to get around Stockton on Tees is in car rental offered by VIP Cars.