The Auckland Project
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7NR
Tel: +44 01388 743750
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Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025
TripAdvisor

- Excellent308
- Very Good141
- Average31
- Poor10
- Terrible7
Recent Reviews:
- paulhC2435LBCrook, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesLunch at Bishop's KitchenWednesday, 2nd July 2025We went to the Bishop's kitchen for lunch on our wedding anniversary and had a wonderful time. The food was fantastic and the service was outstanding. Special mention to Becky Bell who went out of... Read full review
- David KBirmingham, United KingdomGreat day out soaking up centuries of politics religious history while also enjoying colourful gardens and good foodSunday, 27th July 2025The Bishops' Palace in Bishop Auckland offers a great day out for all visitors. I particularly liked the very extensive walled garden and the cafe, but in fairness, the entire site is brilliant. The... Read full review
- Ruth4063Hartlepool, United KingdomParadise and Faith gardens very disappointingSunday, 3rd August 2025We have been to Aukland palace several times. It's a great place particularly the faith museum and walled garden. However we were very disappointed by the new Paradise Garden which we had been... Read full review
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Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (19 Feb 2025 - 24 Dec 2025) |
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A689 to Bishop Auckland.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Bishop Auckland Station. Proceed along Newgate Street to the Market Place and palace is through clock tower gate in far corner of the square.