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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

Tel: +44 01388 662256

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  • A breakfast bar
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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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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
180 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
      107
    • Very Good
      43
    • Average
      10
    • Poor
      14
    • Terrible
      6

    Recent Reviews:

    • 924johnf924
      Notts
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Great hotel
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 2nd August 2025
      Great hotel and a great base for kynren Hotel was very good and the chef went above and beyond especially for gluten free. And to say there was 12 of us.. Read full review
    • ChrissyO242
      Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom
      Ideal for Kynren
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 4th September 2025
      We had two nights here and found the Inn to be just what we needed. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. The breakfast was fabulous and you could ask for any mix and match off the menu... Read full review
    • MrLiamConlan
      Manchester, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      A lovely little find
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 7th September 2025
      Well what can we say, breakfast was spot on both times, greeted each morning with a friendly member of the team or chef who knew what we had ordered the night before. Check in was seamless, the... Read full review
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      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
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    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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