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Thomas Wright House

From £65.00
High Street
Byers Green
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL16 7PF
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Thomas Wright House offers eight beautifully designed bedrooms named after constellations in honour of Thomas Wright astronomer 1711 – 1786 native of Byers Green.

There are four double rooms: one twin/ double room:  one triple room: 1 suite/family room and two luxury suites. 

The luxury suite, Aquila, ideal for a romantic getaway, benefits from a private terrace with outdoor furniture and Hot Tub. We are happy to serve you breakfast in this room if you wish.

Our second luxury suite Phoenix has a Double Spa Bath, Room Service too and welcome drinks upon arrival, offering a relaxing stay!

All bedrooms are en suite – bath with shower or shower only; tastefully decorated using heritage colours in keeping with the building. White wooden shutters adorn the windows.

Facilities include: fresh crisp bedding, white towels and luxury toiletries; tea/coffee making facilities, hairdryer, Freeview flat screen TV and Free Wi

Usual check in from 3pm; check out 11.00am – variations on request.

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Room / Unit TypeRoom / Unit Tariff*
Aquila Suite with Hot Tub£150.00 per room (breakfast included)
Double En-Suite£65.00 per room (breakfast included)
Phoenix Suite with Spa Bath£150.00 per room (breakfast included)
Triple En-Suite£85.00 per room (breakfast included)
Twin En-Suite£85.00 per room (breakfast included)

*Short Break Packages available

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  • Visit EnglandSilver Silver 2017
  • Visit EnglandBreakfast Breakfast 2017
  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019
  • Regional and MiscellaneousDark Sky Friendly Durham Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2019
  • Visit BritainWe're Good To Go We're Good To Go 2020

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Recent Reviews:

  • suewB7164YW
    Disappointed
    2 of 5 stars
    Monday, 7th September 2020
    We used The Thomas Wright House as a stopover on a long drive from Hampshire to Aberdeen and decided to book the Phoenix Suite for a touch of luxury based on the numerous positive reviews. We were... Read full review
  • karensP6070QW
    Trip Type:
    Couples
    Fantastic stay 😊
    5 of 5 stars
    Friday, 25th September 2020
    We have stayed and eaten here a few times now, and have to say we have never been disappointed. In these present times of Covid we felt very safe. Esther and team have gone to great lengths to ensure... Read full review
  • kittykatcrook
    Crook, United Kingdom
    Trip Type:
    Couples
    Fabulous hidden gem
    3 of 5 stars
    Friday, 2nd October 2020
    We stayed in the Aquila room with outside hot tub from walking in to walking out we felt like royalty.. everything was perfect the room was amazing it had exceptional attention to detail..we were... Read full review
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Facilities

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  • Ground floor bedrooms available

Catering

  • Cater for vegetarians

Children & Infants

  • Accept children (Minimum age)

Leisure Facilities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa bath

Parking & Transport

  • Car parking
  • On site parking

Provider Features

  • WiFi Available

Target Markets

  • Cyclists Welcome
  • Special provisions for cyclists
  • Special provisions for walkers
  • Walkers Welcome

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Opening Times

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

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Highlights...

No 1 Old Hall Cottage, WillingtonNo 1 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30417) is a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted from Grade II listed building in the grounds of the Old Hall with a private Hot Tub. Sleeps 4

No 2 Old Hall CottageNo 2 Old Hall Cottage, WillingtonDogs very welcome! Up to 2 well behaved Dogs very welcome! No 2 Old Hall Cottage (ref 30418) a delightful semi-detached stone holiday cottage converted from Grade II listed stable building in Old Hall.garden. Sleeps 5

Hall Farm Cottage, WillingtonHall Farm Cottage (ref 30419) is a detached 500-year-old barn conversion for 2, with private Hot Tub and magnificent views over open countryside. Open plan kitchen /living space downstairs with wood burner (fuel included) Large bedroom with king bed and bathroom upstairs.

Thomas Wright House Sundays DinnerThomas Wright House Restaurant, WillingtonOffering: A Collection Service Thomas Wright House serves food every day from 12 noon. Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Evening Meals including a la carte and Sunday Lunch. The restaurant is licensed with an outdoor eating area in the summer months.

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