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Upcoming Conferences

Durham's upcoming conferences promise to be an unforgettable blend of inspiration and networking opportunities.

Join us as we explore groundbreaking ideas, foster collaborations, and immerse ourselves in the unique charm of Durham. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a newcomer to the field, Durham invites you to be part of something extraordinary.

ASCL Autumn Leadership Conference
Venue: Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham
Date: 18 November 2025

North East Conservative Regional Conference
Venue: Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Date: 22 November 2025

NEA25: Neurodivergent Futures, Reimagining Entrepreneurship
Venue: Durham University Waterside Building
Date: 27 November 2025

Computing Education Practice
Venue: Durham University’s Mathematical Sciences & Computer Science Building
Date: 8 January 2026

Durham Business Growth Summit
Venue: Radisson Blu Durham
Date: 11 February 2026

The 2026 Roman Army School
Venue: Collingwood College, Durham University
Date: 27 - 30 March 2026

Future Countryside 2026
Venue: Raby Castle, Park and Gardens
Date: June 2 2026

International Colloquium On Structural Information and Communication Complexity
Venue: Durham University
Date: June 9 – 11 2026

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2411 reviews
Beamish Hall Country Hotel

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.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025
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Prices from £75.00 to £280.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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Palace Garden Cottage

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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Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night

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High Farm Holiday Park

Bishop Auckland

Relax & unwind in our original 1950’s railway wagons which have been fully-refurbished and transformed into unique self-contained accommodation.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
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Prices from £100.00 Per unit per night

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256 reviews
Durham Castle

Durham City

Campus

Eleventh century Durham Castle offers unique and affordable university-style student accommodation, ideally suited to the budget traveller. Centrally located and part of a World Heritage Site.
Awards
- Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme - Gold 2016
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Prices from £55.00 Per person (breakfast included) to £115.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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118 reviews
Plawsworth Hall (1 bed Apartments)

Durham City

Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by beautiful Durham countryside and offer a choice of one and two bedroomed apartments and three bedroomed cottages.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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Prices from £65.00 Per unit per night

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Churchill Cottage

Bishop Auckland

Stay in this welcoming residence and you will find yourself surrounded by Bishop Auckland’s heritage, Sarah Churchill paintings and just yards from Auckland Palace.

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Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night

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Potters Cottage at Beamish Museum

Beamish

Located within the grounds of the popular Beamish Museum, Potters Cottage is a beautiful place to stay with plenty of character!

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Prices from £130.00 Per unit per night

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The St Ebba Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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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Prices from £575.00 Per unit per week

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No 2 Townhouse

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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Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night

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Lea House

Wearhead

Comfortable Cottage with Countryside Views This welcoming stone cottage offers a perfect blend of traditional charm and modern convenience, ideal for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing break in the countryside. Ground Floor
The traditionally…

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Prices from £93.50 Per unit per night

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The Arbeia Lodge - Vindomora Country Lodges

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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Prices from £450.00 Per unit per week

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South Causey Inn

Stanley

Prepare for an unforgettable Northern experience at South Causey Inn! We are eager to welcome you in true Northern style. Situated near Beamish Museum and Durham Cathedral, our inn offers a perfect combination of casual charm, excellent service, and…
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- Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
- Visit England Visitor Ready 2025
- Regional and Miscellaneous Northumbria in Bloom Gold 2024
- Regional and Miscellaneous Small Hotel of the Year - Finalist 2024
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Prices from £149.00 to £220.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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Headlam Hall Hotel and Spa

Gainford

This idyllic country house hotel stands in immaculate walled gardens and is surrounded by its own rolling farmland in picturesque Teesdale, mid-way between Darlington and Barnard Castle.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2022
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Spa Guide 4 Bubble Spa 2017
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice 2020
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide - Editors Choice Family 2022
- Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025
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Prices from £190.00 to £240.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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Hatfield College

Durham City

Guest Accommodation

Situated on a World Heritage Site in the shadow of the cathedral, Hatfield College is ideal as a tourist or conference base.

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Prices from £42.50 Per person (breakfast included) to £100.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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Maplewood Lodge

Wynyard

Spacious, secluded, serene, magical – a very warm welcome awaits you at Maplewood Cottage.

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Prices from £250.00 Per unit per night

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Heather Brae

Barnard Castle

Heather Brae is a spacious exclusive-use country house in Middleton-in-Teesdale, County Durham, sleeping up to 24 guests comfortably across 10 bedrooms, with additional accommodation available upon request.
Awards
- Visit England Gold 2014
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Prices from £3,300.00 Per unit per week

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Durham Riverside Apartments

Durham City

The luxury apartments offer an unrivalled location on the banks of the River Wear with just a few minutes walking distance to the Cathedral, Castle, University, shops and restaurants.
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- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
- Visit England Visitor Ready 2025
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Prices from £170.00 Per room (room only)

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77 reviews
Bonners Lodge 5 Star Bed & Breakfast

Castleside

Bonners Lodge, set in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the edge of the Durham Dales close to the Waskerley Way, Derwent Reservoir, Wolsingham & Durham. We offer 2 luxurious ensuite rooms and quality home-cooked food in peaceful surroundings…
Awards
- Visit England Rose 2024
- Visit England Walkers Welcome 2023
- Visit England Families Welcome 2023
- Visit England Welcome Pets 2023
- Visit England Breakfast 2023
- Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
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Prices from £100.00 to £120.00 Per room (breakfast included)

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South Causey Self-Catering

Stanley

This is everything you can expect with our new two-day or four-day Hot Tub Holiday Package. For full self-catering luxury spaces with bubbling hot tubs, look no further than South Causey Inn's two-story Hot Tub Houses. These unique spaces are the…
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- Visit England Visitor Ready 2025
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Prices from £79.00 Per person per night

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118 reviews
Plawsworth Hall (3 bed Cottages)

Durham City

Our cottages and apartments are situated in the idyllic village of Plawsworth surrounded by beautiful Durham countryside and offer a choice of one and two bedroomed apartments and three bedroomed cottages.
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
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Prices from £511.00 Per unit per week

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