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You are here > Home > Accommodation > Lumley Castle Hotel

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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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
80
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Castle Feature Double en suite£149.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double en suite Courtyard Mews£99.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double en suite Courtyard Room£99.00 per room (breakfast included)
Single en suite£79.00 per room (breakfast included)
Suite£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
4 AA Stars

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 of 5 stars
2778 reviews
    • Service
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4 of 5 stars
    • Cleanliness
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Location
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      1454
    • Very Good
      704
    • Average
      381
    • Poor
      163
    • Terrible
      76

    Recent Reviews:

    • Jacky1926
      Amazing castle, food, cleanliness and service was outstanding
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 28th October 2020
      We took advantage of their autumn offer, and started our stay with afternoon tea. The service and food was amazing, delicate freshly made finger sandwiches, warm scones and a good selection of other... Read full review
    • James M
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Short Staycation
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 29th October 2020
      With Covid and all we needed a short break as a family over half term and decided on "local". Lumley Castle has been on our todo list and was just the ticket! Lovely old castle and they had... Read full review
    • Andrea G
      Northampton, United Kingdom
      Fantastic anniversary stay
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 29th October 2020
      We stayed just for one night on the dinner, bed and breakfast deal. Lovely warm reception welcome, good explanation of new rules re COVID - anti-bac all over ! It did feel safe. Lots of social... Read full review
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    Facilities

    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
    • Pets accepted
    • Public telephone
    • 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
    • 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

    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

    2021 (1 Jan 2021 - 31 Dec 2021)
    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lumleycastle

    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    Follow A1(M) northbound. 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.

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