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Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
DH3 4NX
Tel: +44 0191 389 1111
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TripAdvisor
- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent2113
- Very Good852
- Average481
- Poor228
- Terrible130
Recent Reviews:
- Suzy BSheffield, United KingdomExcellent Stay
Tuesday, 21st April 2026This is the second time we have stayed at this wonderful historic castle. Our first visit in Oct 2025 was in the castle itself. Amazing room, Very regal and a wonderful experience. This time we... Read full review - 537judithsGateshead, United KingdomGuided tour.
Tuesday, 21st April 2026We went for a guided tour of the castle. The guide was very welcoming and knowledgeable about the history of the building and the family who own it. Ending the tour with tea or coffee drew the... Read full review - Cheryl AA totally amazing hotel in which to stay.Wednesday, 22nd April 2026Stayed for one night in the wonderful Lumley Castle Hotel but wish we could have stayed longer. We stayed in the castle itself in the Castle Keep room. We really felt like we'd stepped back in time... Read full review
Facilities
Other
- Open
Accessibility
- Facility for service dogs
- Guide dogs permitted
- Guide Dogs Permitted
- Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
- Toilets for disabled visitors
- Toilets for Disabled Visitors
Attraction Facilities
- Coach Groups of 40+ Accepted
Catering
- Cater for vegetarians
- Groups: Afternoon Tea Catered For
- Groups: Dinner Catered For
- Groups: Lunch Catered For - Pre booking required for groups larger than 10
- Licensed
- On-Site café/restaurant
- Serve afternoon tea
- Serve breakfast
- Serve evening meal
- Special dietary requirements catered for
Children & Infants
- Accept children (Minimum age)
- Children's menu
- Highchair
Parking & Transport
- Coach Parking Onsite
- On site parking
- Parking (free)
Payment Methods
- MasterCard accepted
- Visa accepted
Provider Facilities
- Available for wedding receptions
- Conference facilities
- Event Venue
- Exclusive hire of restaurant
- Groups accepted
- Licenced for civil marriages
- Pets accepted
- Toilets
Provider Features
- Al fresco dining - Weather permitting, afternoon teas can be taken in the Courtyard area of the Castle.
- Forest Location
- No Smoking Attraction
- Unique venue
- WiFi Available
Target Markets
- Cyclists Welcome
Travel & Trade
- Commission/net rates apply
- Free accommodation for coach driver
- Min group size numeric qualifier - 10 rooms
- Packed lunches available
- Room/unit allocations available
- Wi-fi available
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2026 (1 Jan 2026 - 31 Dec 2026) |
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Travelling on A1(M) take junction 63. Follow A167 to Riverside then take B1284 to Lumley and first left over the bridge.
Highlights...
Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-StreetFourteenth-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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