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Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
DH3 4NX
Tel: +44 0191 389 1111
OnlineBooking
TripAdvisor
- Service
- Value
- Cleanliness
- Location
- Excellent2220
- Very Good871
- Average491
- Poor234
- Terrible131
Recent Reviews:
- helengannawayDarlington, United KingdomLovely hotel , amazing flowers
Friday, 18th September 2026A lovely hotel in a beautiful setting . We had a tasty supper in the Library Bar and a comfortable night in a very pretty room . My greatest praise is for the gardeners, the flowers, the variety and... Read full review - Lesley FDurham, United KingdomTotal Medieval immersion with a touch of luxurySunday, 20th September 2026If you're into visiting Castles and soaking up the atmosphere, you can't get much better than Lumley Castle in Durham. They've pitched the medieval interior design just right adding something special... Read full review
- Cathy BStunningMonday, 21st September 2026Beautiful place. What an experience. Great staff and fab breakfast. Read full review
Facilities
Other
- Open
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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Weddings at Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-StreetEvery big day should be unique. Whether you want the largest and grandest of affairs or something more intimate with those closest, we have a range of castle wedding venues to suit your needs.
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