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Kynren – The Storied Lands
Crook Hall Gardens
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£4.00
Sidegate
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 5SZ
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 5SZ
Tel: +44 0191 383 1832
Book Tickets
Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| Adult | £8.00 per ticket type |
| Child | £4.00 per ticket type |
| Family (1 adult) | £12.00 per ticket type |
| Family (Standard) | £20.00 per ticket type |
National Trust members are free.
Group Tickets (minimum 15 people): 5% discount on standard Adult and Child prices (paying as one group, pre booking required). Free admission for Tour Guides accompanying groups.
As an RHS partner garden, free admission is given to RHS individual members and 1 member on a joint membership.
Please note the medieval hall is the only part of Crook Hall itself open to visitors.
TripAdvisor
- Excellent741
- Very Good221
- Average55
- Poor12
- Terrible11
Recent Reviews:
- narcissus_scoticaEdinburgh, United KingdomDurham's Horticultural Gem
Thursday, 10th April 2025This garden is amazing, and full of spring colour. It is hard to give just one highight, however the educational element surpasses numerous local authorities garden - of course it is managed by... Read full review - Charles_and_SusanNottingham, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesAn interesting and relaxing combination of garden spaces.
Monday, 14th April 2025We had an enjoyable two hours wandering around the various garden areas. The gardens were showing a multitude of daffodils. There were many types and sizes and most areas, except the vegetable... Read full review - Peter SChester-le-Street, United KingdomStunning coloursSunday, 20th April 2025The gardens here are really second to none with so much packed in. The colours in August were beautiful but I imagine it it like this for much of the season. We will be returning this year in the... Read full review
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2025 (15 Feb 2025 - 20 Dec 2025) |
|---|
* July-October last admission: 4pm
November-December last admission: 3pm
Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M).
From the A1(M) junction 62, take the A690 into Durham City Centre. At the Gilesgate roundabout take the 2nd exit and follow the road straight over Milburngate Bridge. Take the first left at the end of the bridge and 1st left again. The River Wear will now be in front of you, follow the road round and the river will be on your right hand side. Follow the riverside along, passed the Radisson Blu Hotel and the main entrance to Crook Hall and Gardens is 500 metres further along. Our Garden Gate Cafe is the big wooden building at the entrance to the Crook Hall pay and display car park.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Durham Station. From the station road walk down North Road past the bus station to The Gates Shopping Centre. Follow the road down to the riverside, and Crook Hall is signposted from there.
Highlights...
Durham City, Durham CityA beautiful city with winding cobbled streets packed with history, culture and stunning architecture. Guarded by the River Wear, Durham City with its dramatic skyline never fails to impress.
The Garden Gate Café at Crook Hall Gardens, Durham CityDine in or takeaway, we're serving hot and cold drinks, light bites and cakes. There's no need to pay admission to the gardens if you're only visiting the café, so you can drop in to enjoy a tasty treat anytime.
