Child-friendly and Family-Friendly Hotels & Accommodation in Durham

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A lovely three star holiday flat for up to five, situated in the heart of Barnard Castle in beautiful Teesdale.
More convenient than Bed and Breakfast, and as economical as a caravan.

The flat is situated in the very heart of the historic market town of Barnard Castle, in the midst of shops, restaurants, and pubs. You are only metres away from the unique Market Cross, a short walk from the castle and world famous Bowes Museum, minutes away from the river Tees and a short drive from Raby Castle.

 

Please note: Online bookings are for stays of 7 days, or multiples of 7. The apartment can also be booked for shorter stays. Should this be required please contact us directly on 07941 671905.

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Dale End B&B offers en suite accommodation in a large stone built detached dormer bungalow, situated in a quiet cud le sac in the lovely rural village of Hamsterley - ideal for Hamsterley Forest, Beamish, Durham City, The North Yorkshire Dales and Riders on the W2W. With central heating and double glazing, each spacious and airy room offers TV and hospitality tray. Guests have use of the large resident's lounge with open fire, TV, video and DVD together with a large selection of books to choose from. There is a hair dryer, clock radio and an iron and ironing board in each bedroom. Spacious and secure storage is available for cycles (push and motor!) together with washing and workshop facilities, as well as clothes drying for those wet days. The pub is only a short walk away and offers a full menu every day.

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Today Bradley Hall and Bradley Burn are a modern 360 acre farm where the Stephenson family have lived and worked for 60 years. Currently we grow wheat, barley, potatoes, and oilseed rape, and raise beef cattle and lambs.

Our holiday cottages are situated centrally on the farm. All four are barn conversions in the former farmyards at Bradley Burn, where we live in the adjacent farmhouse. All have been carefully renovated to preserve much of their original character, while providing well furnished comfortable accommodation with modern amenities for our visitors, who are welcome to explore the surrounding fields and woods, watch the varied wildlife and observe the farming going on around them.

The farm is situated at the eastern end of Weardale on the edge of the unspoilt Northern Pennines in the beautiful rural area of County Durham; an ideal base for sightseeing. The attractive village of Wolsingham, two miles west, has a good range of small shops and friendly pubs. There are facilities for swimming, golf, fishing, pony trekking and dry skiing within a short drive. Further afield but still within easy reach, are the country towns of Bishop Auckland and Barnard Castle, while major centres such as Durham, Newcastle and the Metro Centre shopping complex are less than an hour's drive away.

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Brunswick House is a charming stone built Teesdale village guest house, dating from 1760, offering luxury bed and breakfast accommodation and scrumptious evening meals.

The guest house overlooks the Market Place Green in Middleton-in-Teesdale, which is a thriving village set amidst the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby is the historic market town of Barnard Castle, and in the surrounding area, unspoilt countryside, quiet roads and flower filled meadows.

Our guest house offers a relaxed homely environment combined with professional levels of hotel service and customer care.

Whether you are intent on an energetic, countryside break, full of invigorating walks around County Durham; sightseeing across the North East or just lazing about, Brunswick House hotel & guest house provides an ideal base for your stay in Teesdale.

Brunswick Guest House and Hotel is regularly inspected by the English Tourism Council and has a current rating of 4 Stars plus a silver award, as well as associate membership of the AA. In addition we have also been officially recognised as committed to catering for the needs of walkers and cyclists under the ETC cyclists and walkers welcome schemes and have completed the industries Welcome Host training.

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Dowfold House is a lovely Victorian house in a quiet rural location, with wonderful views over Wear Valley and beyond to Weardale.  Built in 1860 for Joseph Pease, local mine owner and first Quaker MP, the house has some historical interest.  It is an ideal place to stay when visiting the North East of England.  Durham City is just a 12 to 15 minute drive away and the house is just a few minutes away from A68, a major route to and from Scotland.

All rooms are centrally heated and double glazed. Bedrooms are comfortable, well furnished and tastefully decorated.  You will find tea and coffee making facilities, with a choice of teas, coffee and other hot drinks.  We also provide a bottle of sparkling mineral water.  Televisions and hair dryers are in all bedrooms.  Every bedroom looks over open countryside.

Accessibility:

Gravel drive; 2 steps into lobby; wheelchair access via conservatory; steep stairs, no ground-floor rooms, no stairlift.

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Hamsteels Hall cottages (Four Star grading) are in the grounds of Hamsteels Hall which is a B&B. They are very spacious bungalows with modern amenities, and panoramic views over open countryside. Recently converted stone farm buildings. Each cottage has off road parking at the rear, french windows opening onto south facing patio. The owners live on site and are ready to help or assist in any way to make your holiday enjoyable. Only 10 minutes drive into Durham City, Park and Ride is nearby.

We are close to Beamish Museum, Durham County Cricket Club, Diggerland, Metro Centre and Durham City. Ideal for touring Northumbria which is steeped in history, with its breathtaking historical buildings such as Durham Cathedral and Castle, Alnwick Castle, Bamburgh Castle, Bowes Museum, Bedes World/Hadrians Wall, Holy Island. Other places to visit include Kielder Reservoir and Gateshead Quays - Millennium Bridge, The Sage and Baltic Arts Centre.

• Durham Park and Ride is located between us and Durham
• Beamish Museum is only 20 minutes away
• The Metro Centre is only 25 minutes
• Northumbrian Coast 30 minutes.

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Harewood Lodge is an attractive, spacious, three-storey Victorian town house, with well kept gardens and appealing corner site setting. Conveniently located in a relatively quiet part of the town's West End, within walking distance to all the the town centre amenities, including the exclusive Imperial Quarter, Victorian Market Hall and continental and traditional eateries, Harewood combines a tranquil location with close proximity to town attractions.

Darlington's redeveloped award-winning 51 acre South Park, two well recognised golf courses and the Darlington Rugby Club's modern new home are all also all right on Harewood Lodge's doorstep.

With easy access to the Southbound A1(M), Teesside Airport and just a short walk from the main Bank Top Railway Station, Harewood Lodge is appropriate for both business and leisure tourism visitors alike.

A friendly, family-run establishment, offering substantial English breakfasts with excellent vegetarian options, Harewood prides itself on its cosy dining room, comfortable and well equipped bedrooms, all with en-suite or private facilities, one with excellent family room capacity and its warm Northern welcome.

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In the beautiful open countryside, Highview Country House is the ideal place for peace and tranquillity. Set on the edge of the attractive, quiet village of Kirk Merrington, only two minutes walk from public houses offering food.

Nearby there are good local walks, leisure centres, fishing, golf and pony trekking.

Only ten minutes from the A1M motorway (junction 60), it allows easy access to explore the Northeast of England.
Famous castles, museums, waterfalls, world heritage sites and tourist attraction Beamish are all within comfortable driving distance. The beautiful historic city of Durham with Durham Cathedral and Castle is a ten minute drive.

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Hillside Cottage lies in the heart of the historic village of Ireshopeburn. It is a cosy two hundred year old two bedroomed terraced cottage overlooking the River Wear.

The cottage is quite unusual in that it actually sits in the hill, hence the name. Outside is a small patio garden complete with garden furniture and bbq and is ideal for relaxing in after a day touring the area.

This area has recently been designated an area of outstanding natural beauty. Within easy reach are reminders of the areas industrial heritage at Kilhope Lead Mine and Beamish museum, reminders of religious heritage at the local chapel, where John Wesley preached, and at nearby Durham Cathedral and natural heritage at Burnhope Moor and the Pennine Way.

Within the hour you can also explore Northumbria, the Lakes, Yorkshire Dales and Moors and the Tees coast.

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At Hollycroft, we strive to provide a warm welcome and a comfortable stay for every guest .  Should you require local knowledge or help with further travel arrangements, Alan is your man! He also cooks a splended traditional English breakfast if that is your choice or a lighter alternative if required. Choose from 1 twin room or 2 doubles all en-suite with use of large lounge and full Sky coverage. You will find us on the Durham Road within easy reach of Lumley Castle and the County Cricket ground.

For those who require more independence and perhaps a longer stay, our Old Stable Cottage is available on a weekly basis (please see separate listing below).

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Situated at the rear of Hollycroft B&B (please see separate listing above) and ideal for those who require more independence and perhaps a longer stay, our Old Stable Cottage is available on a weekly basis. Here you have the advantage of a separate entrance to a well-equipped and furnished home for 4. The Old Stable is across a shared courtyard and garden at the rear of Hollycroft, on the Durham Road within easy reach of Lumley Castle and the County Cricket ground.

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Welcome to Kingslodge, Durham's hidden Gem, situated on the edge of Flass Vale, itself a unique and protected area of woodland at the heart of the City.

The Hotel is within walking distance of the main line Railway Station, the World Heritage Site of the Castle and the Cathedral and the principal shopping areas.

Ample free parking is available to our guests who can therefore have the freedom to explore the delights of Durham on foot.

We can provide everything from a quiet drink in the Bar with its genuine Pub atmosphere, pre-dinner sophistication in the Champagne and Oyster Bar, elegant Dining in Knight's Restaurant and Accommodation of the highest quality.

Underpinning all of these facilities is our deserved and cherished reputation for Friendliness and Efficiency.


The hotel also has a kingsize room available, please contact the hotel for enquiries.


The hotel often has weekly or weekend specials, please contact the hotel direct for enquiries.

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Lily hill is traditional Georgian farmhouse situated in quiet hamlet of Brignall, amidst wonderful views. 12 miles west of Scotch corner, 1 mile off A66. We are ideally situated for walking or touring dales. We offer 1 spacious ensuite room that accommodates 1 to 4 guests. Guest beds are put up for family room. In room is hospitality tray, TV, hair dryer, radio alarm.
There is a guest's own lounge/dining room. You are guaranteed good farmhouse hospitality from Karen and family.

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Large traditionally-furnished family home on arable farm offering superb accommodation in large spacious en suite rooms. Excellent breakfast menu. Perfect location for Beamish Museum, County Cricket at Chester-le-Street, Tanfield Railway, Durham City and Newcastle.


We only have a selection of rooms for sale online. If availability is not shown please call 0191 4102901 to book

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My Way Guest House is situated in an ideal location just outside Durham City, with easy access to the major road network and well placed for both the business visitor to Durham City and tourists visiting the county.

All our tastefully furnished rooms have en-suite or private facilities and your own entrance. Each opens onto a decked patio area, an ideal location for those evening drinks overlooking the gardens as the sun sets over the valley beyond.

If room shows no availbility please contact us as there may be late cancellations.

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Welcome to Ramside Hall Hotel & Golf Club...

Formerly the home of thePemberton family, Ramside Hall was transformed into a hotel in 1963. Whilst the tradition of friendly service, good value and a warm welcome remains, the structure is now vastly different, and Ramside is proud to be the North-East's largest privately-owned Hotel, with golf.

The central area of the Hotel - the Old Bar and the Pemberton Suite, both extremely popular with locals - remains as the focal point. This is surrounded by twelve Conference and Banqueting Rooms catering for 2 to 400 guests, the Green Room, the Restaurant and the eighty fine Bedrooms.

Just across the car park stands our superb Golf Clubhouse, Driving Range and Golf Academy.

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The 8 modern en-suite bedrooms exhibit outstanding cleanliness which pays tribute to out attention to detail.

We promise to do everything we can to make your stay with us an enjoyable one.

Do not forget our special offer for 3 night stay Dinner Bed and Breakfast @ £200.00 for 2 sharing providing that one of the night is a Sunday  !

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The Staincliffe Hotel is a picturesque pre-Victorian Hotel situated on the coast with superb views of the sea, recently re-developed to the highest standards under the supervision of Redhouse Design in Newcastle, with interiors designed by Helen Morris at the award winning Stencil Library.

Renowned for its warm hospitality and welcoming staff, the rooms and themed suites surpass the highest expectations while still remaining affordably priced.

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The Avenue Inn is ideally situated just off the A177m, just over a mile from the historic city of Durham and only 2 miles from junction 61 on the A1(M) giving easy and quick access to all parts of the region.

The Avenue Inn has eight well-appointed bedrooms (four are en-suite) with television and tea and coffee facilities.  We have three family rooms.  We serve a full English breakfast and if you have special dietary needs - just ask.

The Avenue Inn is a friendly place - visitors are made very welcome by the locals, with many guests returning time and time again.  We have a General Knowledge Quiz every Monday evening from 9.00 pm - if you get stuck just ask the bar staff and they'll make up a believable answer.  

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The Inn place for the whole family. A warm friendly environment with excellent home made food and extensive menus, pool room, lounge bar and restaurant.