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  1. Castle Exterior external

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 3951 reviews3951 reviews

    Lumley Castle Hotel

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    Chester-le-Street

    4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars 4 AA Stars

    Fourteenth-century castle on the River Wear in 9 acres of parkland. Five miles from Durham and 13 miles from Newcastle, easily accessible from the A1(M), junction 63.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2025to30 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
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  2. Witton Castle Country Park

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    Witton Castle Country Park

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    Camping & Caravan Site

    Bishop Auckand

    Witton Castle Country Park’s vast estate extends to over 330 acres of beautiful green spaces, from mature woodland & nature reserves to stunning open rolling dales.

     

    Witton Castle Country Park offers a truly unforgettable holiday…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  3. Double bedroom at Palace Garden Cottage

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    Palace Garden Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this delightful period residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage and just yards from Auckland Palace.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  4. Double bedroom at No 2 Townhouse

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    No 2 Townhouse

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    Self-Catering

    Bishop Auckland

    No 2 Townhouse gives you a taste of affluent town living in the late 19th century, complemented by an exuberant modern makeover.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Lounge at No 1 Old Hall Cottage

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    No 1 Old Hall Cottage

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    Byers Green

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars

    No 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

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023Walkers Welcome
    • Visit England Families Welcome 2023Families Welcome
    • Visit England Welcome Pets 2023Welcome Pets
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for No 1 Old Hall Cottage
  6. Living room at Dukeswood Cottage Wynyard Hall

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    Dukeswood Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Wynyard

    Dukeswood Cottage is set in a rural wonderland within Wynyard Estate.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  7. External view of Hadrian Lodge

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    The Hadrian Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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    Self-Catering

    Ebchester

    4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm. 2020North East England Tourism Awards - Self Catering Holiday Provider of the Year Award - Highly Comm.
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2022Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze 2023North East Tourism Awards - Self Catering Accommodation of the Year - Bronze
    • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025Visitor Ready
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  8. Sitting room at Lightfoot Cottage

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    Lightfoot Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Bishop Auckland

    Stay in this wonderful, warm, historic property and you cannot get closer to the soul of Bishop Auckland

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  9. Elevated Treehouses at Red Hurworth Farm

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    Treehouses at Rest at the Nest

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    Wingate

    Overlooking the beautiful Hurworth Burn Reservoir with stunning views and wildlife in abundance, Red Hurworth is the perfect place to relax and enjoy time with friends and family.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  10. Beamish Hall Hotel exterior and gardens

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 2414 reviews2414 reviews

    Beamish Hall Country Hotel

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    Beamish

    Beamish Hall is a stunning 13th century, 4 star country house hotel surrounded by 24 acres of beautiful wooded parkland close to Newcastle upon Tyne and Durham City.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025
    More info for Beamish Hall Country Hotel
  11. External view of Oswin Lodge

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    The Oswin Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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    Self-Catering

    Ebchester

    4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  12. Double bedroom at Housesteads Lodge

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    The Housesteads Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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    Self-Catering

    Ebchester

    4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  13. Double Bed at Arbeia Lodge

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    The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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    Self-Catering

    Ebchester

    4 & 5 Star Lodges nestled in a quiet, tranquil location on the banks of the River Derwent, close to Ebchester on the County Durham-Northumberland border with outstanding views across open countryside.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  14. Thomas Wright House external image at night

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 229 reviews229 reviews

    Thomas Wright House

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    Bed & Breakfast

    Bishop Auckland

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Silver 2023 Award

    Thomas Wright House offers eight beautifully designed bedrooms named after constellations. There are four double rooms, one twin/double room, one triple room, 1 suite/family room and one luxury room.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Silver 2023Silver
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023Walkers Welcome
    • Visit England Welcome Pets 2023Welcome Pets
    • Visit England Breakfast 2023Breakfast
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2020TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Dark Sky Friendly Durham 2019Dark Sky Friendly Durham
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023
    • Visit England VisitEngland - Rose 2023 - Recognition Of Service Excellence 2024VisitEngland - Rose 2023 - Recognition Of Service Excellence
    More info for Thomas Wright House
  15. Gardener's Cottage at Wynyard Hall

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    Gardener's Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Wynyard

    Leave the bustle of everyday life and travel off the beaten track to our Gardeners Cottage.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Gardener's Cottage
  16. External view of Drovers Rest with picnic tables in the foreground

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    Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum

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    Self-Catering

    Beamish

    Discover the wonderful Drovers Rest located within the grounds of the charming Beamish Museum, not far from the historic city of Durham.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
    More info for Drovers Rest at Beamish Museum
  17. Front of the building

    Add Hall Farm Cottage to your Itinerary

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 229 reviews229 reviews

    Hall Farm Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Bishop Auckland

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars Gold 2023 Award

    Hall 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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2023Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Gold 2023Gold
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023Walkers Welcome
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Hall Farm Cottage
  18. The Manse Holiday Home

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    The Manse Holiday Home

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    Self-Catering

    Durham City

    4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars 4 Visit England Stars

    A relaxing retreat with all the modern comforts of life, but to take time out in the garden and relax in the barrel sauna or hot tub while you bathe under the apple trees

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Visit England Cyclists Welcome 2026Cyclists Welcome
    • Visit England Walkers Welcome 2026Walkers Welcome
    • Visit England Families Welcome 2026Families Welcome
    • Visit England Welcome Pets 2026Welcome Pets
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Customer Choice 2026Customer Choice
    More info for The Manse Holiday Home
  19. Beamish Lodge

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    Beamish Lodge

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    Self-Catering

    Stanley

    Stylish Golf Retreat at Beamish Park Golf Club

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  20. Bedroom at Woodlands Cottage Wynyard Hall

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    Woodlands Cottage

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    Self-Catering

    Wynyard

    Situated just off the beautiful Wynyard driveway, you’ll find Woodlands Cottage.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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