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Lumley Castle Hotel

From £79.00
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
DH3 4NX
4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars

Tel: +44 0191 389 1111

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Stay in a real English castle! All rooms are uniquely decorated, perfect for romantic getaways or those who revel in the historic setting.

Lumley Castle is an ideal location for leisure guests with the hotels quiet yet accessible location close to Durham (8 miles), Newcastle (11 miles) and Sunderland (12 miles) together with free Wi-Fi, free parking and a range of meeting and event rooms makes this th perfect overnight option.

Lumley Castle takes its name from its creator, Sir Ralph Lumley, a well-known and popular soldier, renowned for his bravery in battles. In 1388 he played a key role in the defence of Berwick-on-Tweed and led the attack at the Battle of Otterburn. If there was ever a place that lived up to the name 'No Ordinary Hotel' it is Lumley Castle.

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Arrival Date:
Wed , 21st May 2025
Departure Date:
Thur , 22nd May 2025
No. of Nights:
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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
71
Room / Unit TypeCapacityRoom / Unit Tariff*
Castle Feature Double en suite2£149.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double en suite Courtyard Room2£99.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single en suite1£79.00 per room (breakfast included)
Suite2£349.00 per room (breakfast included)

*As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

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  • 4 AA Stars
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Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.2 of 5 stars
3453 reviews
    • Service
      4.3 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.6 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      1843
    • Very Good
      806
    • Average
      458
    • Poor
      220
    • Terrible
      126

    Recent Reviews:

    • M5Liv
      Somersham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Lovely few days away
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 15th May 2025
      We planned to visit Beamish, and found Lumley Castle had rooms available. What a fabulous venue, with super helpful staff, that made us feel very welcome. The food was teriffic, really and enjoyed... Read full review
    • May_DavidGilchrist
      Ayr, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Outstanding Hotel! Can’t wait to return
      5 of 5 stars
      Friday, 16th May 2025
      My husband booked an overnight stay for my birthday as we wanted to visit Beamish Museum again. We stayed here just after lockdown and we had a wonderful time. This time we booked a courtyard room... Read full review
    • stamphappy
      stamphappy
      Magnificent old castle, some quirks come with its age
      4 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 17th May 2025
      We stayed for a couple of nights and found Lumley Castle to be a real novelty. We stayed in one of the castle rooms - note that there are also "courtyard" rooms which are not in the main castle... Read full review
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    Special Offers

    • Monday Mornings

      If you're free on a Monday morning, we would like to invite you to our Library Bar for a complimentary slice of cake when you purchase a hot drink. Come along to the castle and enjoy a catch up with friends and family.

      Every Monday 10am-12pm

      Accommodation - redeem this special offer between 30/08/2016 and 20/12/2030

      Offer link: Accommodation

    Facilities

    Other

    • Open

    Accessibility

    • Access Statement - Please see below

    Bookable Product Facilities

    • Colour television in all bedrooms
    • Four poster beds available
    • Ground floor bedrooms available
    • Hairdryer in all bedrooms
    • Non smoking rooms available
    • Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
    • Telephone in all bedrooms

    Catering

    • Additional meal details
    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Groups: Coach Group Coffee/Meal Stop
    • Room service
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal
    • Serve lunch

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age) - 0
    • Cot
    • Facilities for children
    • Food/Bottle Warming Available
    • Highchair

    Leisure Facilities

    • Access to golf course

    Parking & Transport

    • Car parking
    • Coach Drop Off / Pick Up Point
    • Coach Parking Onsite
    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • 24 hr return laundry service
    • Accept coach parties
    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Business facilities (eg. Fax/ modem)
    • Central heating throughout
    • Conference facilities
    • Event venue
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Ironing facilities
    • Licenced for civil marriages
    • Lift
    • Night porter
    • Real log/coal fires
    • Regular evening entertainment
    • Separate guests' lounge
    • Welcome single sex groups, eg stag/hen parties

    Provider Features

    • Castle
    • Film or TV location
    • Haunted
    • In countryside
    • In town/city centre
    • Non smoking establishment
    • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
    • WiFi Available

    Target Markets

    • Aim to attract conferences and business meetings
    • Cyclists Welcome
    • Marketed as gay friendly
    • Marketed as green/environmentally friendly
    • Marketed to any other specialist market
    • Special provisions for cyclists - Can store cycles on request.
    • Special provisions for lone female travellers
    • Special provisions for walkers
    • Walkers Welcome

    Travel & Trade

    • Commission/net rates apply
    • Free accommodation for coach driver
    • Group discounts available
    • Packed lunches available
    • Room/unit allocations available
    • Wi-fi available

    Access Information

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    Opening Times

    Open New Year
    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
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    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    Follow A1(M) Take junction 63 signposted Riverside and Chester-le-Street, Lumley Castle Hotel.

    Public Transport Directions

    Durham Station. Five miles north of A167. Chester-le-Street station one mile from the hotel.

    Highlights...

    Lumley CastleLumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant, Chester-le-StreetOffering: A Collection Service With exquisite food and elegant surroundings the Knight's Restaurant at Lumley Castle is magnificent, providing a truly memorable experience.

    Afternoon Tea at Lumley CastleAfternoon Tea at Lumley Castle, Chester-le-StreetEnjoy one of our delicious Afternoon Teas in our splendid surroundings. Served daily in our Library Bar and Knights Restaurant. On busier occasions this may also be served in one of our grand state rooms and during the summer months, this can be served in our castle’s inner courtyard.

    Garter - neutral roundsWeddings at Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-StreetEvery big day should be unique. Whether you want the largest and grandest of affairs or something more intimate with those closest, we have a range of castle wedding venues to suit your needs. Lumley Castle Hotel is perfectly suited for all your heart desires.

    Afternoon tea at Lumley CastleAfternoon Tea at Lumley Castle, Chester-le-StreetEnjoy one of our delicious Afternoon Teas in our splendid surroundings. Served daily in our Library Bar and Knights Restaurant. On busier occasions this may also be served in one of our grand state rooms and during the summer months, this can be served in our castle’s inner courtyard.

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