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You are here > Home > Accommodation > The Saxon Inn

The Saxon Inn

From £70.00
1 Saxon Green
Escomb
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7SY
4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars

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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:
Tues , 10th June 2025
Departure Date:
Wed , 11th June 2025
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Guide Prices

Number of Rooms / Units
7
Room / Unit TypeCapacityRoom / Unit Tariff*
Deluxe Double En-Suite1£95.00 per room (room only)
Double En-Suite2£70.00 per room (room only)
Also available as:
Signle Occupancy0£65.00
Family En-Suite4£110.00 per room (room only)
Triple En-Suite3£95.00 per room (room only)

*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.

Gradings

  • 4 Visit England Stars
4 Visit England Stars

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:

4.3 of 5 stars
175 reviews
    • Service
      4.6 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.6 of 5 stars
    • Food
      4.2 of 5 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.2 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      104
    • Very Good
      41
    • Average
      10
    • Poor
      14
    • Terrible
      6

    Recent Reviews:

    • Karen K
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Not good food.
      2 of 5 stars
      Monday, 17th March 2025
      My family and I used to come here frequently in the past. I was informed that the place had been refurbished and the food was superb. Visited last week as a group of 7 and we were really looking... Read full review
    • john s
      Trip Type:
      Business
      I’m sure it can be a really good place but needs some work ok for leisure but not business
      2 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 20th March 2025
      Nice looking place came for three nights could only last for two, bedroom walls too thin , noise from other rooms and bar area downstairs wasn’t good. Tea and coffee making facilities were not there... Read full review
    • MARK JOHN R
      Spennymoor
      Sunday lunch
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 1st April 2025
      Went for Sunday dinner was fairly busy v attentive staff dinner was nice desserts v good nice atmosphere and first visit good looks v popular plenty of choice M Read full review
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    Special Offers

    • Special Nights!

      2 meals and 2 drinks for £20!

      • Monday - Curry Night
      • Tuesday - Burger Night
      • Wednesday - Parmo Night
      • Thursday - Pizza & Pasta Night
      • Friday - Fishy Friday

      Eating Out - redeem this special offer between 30/09/2016 and 30/12/2030

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    Facilities

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Groups: Coach Group Coffee/Meal Stop
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal - Served every evening
    • Serve lunch - Served every lunch time

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)
    • Cot
    • Highchair

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking

    Provider Facilities

    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Pets accepted

    Provider Features

    • WiFi Available

    Target Markets

    • Cyclists Welcome
    • Walkers Welcome

    Travel & Trade

    • Packed lunches available
    • Wi-fi available

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    Opening Times

    Open Christmas
    Open New Year
    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
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    A restaurant areaThe Saxon Inn, EscombA small family owned public house with traditional home cooked food.

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