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The Saxon Inn

From £60.00
1 Saxon Green
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7SY

Tel: +44 01388 662256

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Whether you're a local or just visiting why not take time to enjoy the wholesome cooking, good beer and very good selection of wines at The Saxon Inn.  Set in the idyllic village of Escomb off the A689 close to the market town of Bishop Auckland. We have recently extended the property to incorporate 9 well appointed En-Suite bedrooms, offering Bed and Breakfast Accommodation. 

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Arrival Date:
Thur , 30th June 2022
Departure Date:
Fri , 1st July 2022
No. of Nights:
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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
7
Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Deluxe Double En-Suite£80.00 per person (breakfast included)
Double En-Suite£60.00 per person (breakfast included)
Family En-Suite£100.00 per room (breakfast included)
Family En-Suite£120.00 per room (breakfast included)
Signle Occupancy£50.00

*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.

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Quality Assured TasteDurham Quality Assured 2019
  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

5 of 5 stars
13 reviews
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      5 of 5 stars
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      5 of 5 stars
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    Recent Reviews:

    • Y8913FBpaulr
      Bradford, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Excellent stay
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 5th August 2020
      Stayed here for 3 nights for a little break away. Nice quiet location, rooms nice and comfortable. We didn’t have breakfast but if the evening meals are anything to go by they’ll be excellent! About... Read full review
    • Pottsie60
      Bishop Auckland, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      lovely
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 20th May 2021
      went with my daughter last night first time in pub for a meal .staff very friendly gave us menus straight away then took our drinks order we ordered for food early when it arrived very impressed very... Read full review
    • Shrig
      St. Andrews, United Kingdom
      A fantastic place to say......what a gem of a place.
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 5th June 2022
      I have nothing but praise for this wonderful establishment...... we booked the Saxon Inn as our base for the Platinum Jubilee weekend and a visit to the Kynren. We could have not picked a better... Read full review
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    Special Offers

    • Half price Sunday Stay and 4 nights for the price of 3

      Situated in the delightful village of Escomb, overlooking the famous Saxon Church in the heart of Wear Valley, this 18th century inn offers a pub dining and eleven en-suite rooms.

      Half price Sunday Stay Half price Sunday Stay when you book a Friday & Saturday. Available on any rooms.

      4 nights for the price of 3 Book a 4 night stay and only pay for 3. Available on any rooms, Sunday to Thursday until June 2022.

      The Saxon Inn website.

       

       

      Accommodation - redeem this special offer between 14/12/2021 and 30/06/2022

      Offer link: Accommodation

    Facilities

    Bookable Product Facilities

    • Colour television in all bedrooms
    • Hairdryer in all bedrooms
    • Non smoking rooms available
    • Tea & coffee making facilities in all bedrooms
    • Telephone in all bedrooms

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal - Served every evening
    • Serve lunch - Served every lunch time

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)
    • Cot - Available on request. £5 per stay
    • Highchair

    COVID-19 Response

    • 2m distancing in place
    • Clear signage
    • COVID-19 measures in place
    • COVID-19 risk assessment completed
    • COVID-19 staff training completed
    • Deep cleaning between visitors
    • Face mask essential (not provided)
    • Face masks required for staff in public areas
    • Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
    • Hygiene screens in place
    • Meal times must be booked

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • Delta accepted
    • Maestro accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Solo accepted
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • 24 hr return laundry service - Available on request at a charge.
    • Central heating throughout
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Ironing facilities - Available on request at a small charge.

    Provider Features

    • In countryside
    • Non smoking establishment
    • WiFi Available

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    Open Christmas
    Open New Year
    2022 (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
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