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The Tower Cafe

Hardwick Park
Sedgefield
County Durham
TS21 2DN

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Our visitor centre offers excellent facilities including an interactive exhibition space, fully equipped education room, gift shop, cafe and public toilets. The Tower Cafe is open daily offering a wonderful selection of home made soups, sandwiches, scones, pies and cakes. Whether calling in for lunch, ice cream or just a refreshing drink after a walk, a warm and friendly welcome awaits you.   

There is a designated barbecue area situated to the left of Temple Field, near the picnic benches. Unauthorised fires are not permitted in any other areas of the park. We ask that all barbecues are disposed of responsibly. Please ensure your barbecue is fully extinguished and cool before putting it into the bin.

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4.5 of 5 stars
476 reviews
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    Recent Reviews:

    • realdeal_9
      north east england
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Decent park
      4 of 5 stars
      Monday, 16th September 2024
      Had s lovely walk around the park today with my family on a clear windy day and didn’t seem that busy around lake,nice and tranquil and good views with wildlife,birds and landscapes,small gift shop... Read full review
    • Traveler46249057699
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      First visit to the park
      5 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 26th February 2025
      This park is a hidden gem. It's got something for everyone. Walks, follies, lakes and ducks/swans etc. We visited 23rd Feb, 1st sunny day of 2025. We arrived but realised it's pay/display. We didn't... Read full review
    • Rhiann B
      Absolutely recommend to a friend!
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 5th June 2025
      My friends and I camped at Hardwick Park over a weekend and we had the best experience! From the moment we arrived the team behind the desk helped us blow up our air mattresses and then Wolly the... Read full review
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    • Dogs Accepted - Must be on a lead.

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    Opening Times

    2025 (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
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    Monday - Sunday10:00 - 16:00
    facebook: https://en-gb.facebook.com/Hardwick-Park-176892065778841/

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    Hardwick Park: Ranger FunHardwick Park Walking, Cycling and Horse Riding Routes, SedgefieldA 1 mile historical circuit walk, a 1.4 mile circular cycle route and a 0.5 mile horse-riding route around the scenic Hardwick Park Country Park.

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