Castles & Historic Houses

Number of results: 17

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   34 reviews

   Brancepeth Castle

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   Castle / Fort

   Durham

   Brancepeth is one of the oldest castles in the North East. The building today is a combination of the Nevilles' medieval stronghold and the grand country house created for the wealthy Russell family in Regency times.

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

   Awards

   • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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   224 reviews

   Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and Gardens

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   Type:

   Historic House / Palace

   Durham

   Ushaw is set in the beautiful Durham countryside and houses architectural gems by Augustus Pugin and his followers. This amazing venue offers a wide variety of activities, events and exhibitions - something for all ages!
   

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

   Awards

   • Visit England VAQAS 2021
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Green Tourism Awards - Bronze 2025

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   The Auckland Project

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   Type:

   Castle / Fort

   Bishop Auckland

   The Auckland Project is unique collection of heritage attractions, galleries, gardens and parkland in Bishop Auckland, at the heart of County Durham.

   Dates

   From:

   19 Feb 2025to24 Dec 2025

   Awards

   • Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

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   1318 reviews

   Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

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   Type:

   Castle / Fort

   Staindrop

   Welcome to Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. A stunning complete medieval castle in County Durham with a fascinating history and stories to tell.

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

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   1 Jan 2025to24 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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   1 Jan 2025to24 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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   1 Jan 2025to24 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 17:00

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   1 Jan 2025to24 Dec 2025Open 10:00 - 16:30

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   1 Mar 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 11:00 - 16:00

   Awards

   • Visit England VAQAS 2021
   • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
   • Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024
   • Visit England VisitEngland Best Told Story 2024
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

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   Beaurepaire Manor House

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   Durham

   Ruins of a medieval manor house used as a medieval country retreat for the Priors of Durham. Dates from mid 13th century. .

   Dates

   From:

   1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025

   Awards

   • Regional and Miscellaneous Northern Saints Trails Passport 2021

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   Auckland Palace - The Auckland Project

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   Type:

   Castle / Fort

   Bishop Auckland

   Positioned high above the meandering River Wear, Auckland Palace was once home to the Prince Bishops of Durham, and was the place where they entertained, hunted and worshipped.

   Dates

   From:

   19 Feb 2025to24 Dec 2025Various Opening Times

   Awards

   • Regional and Miscellaneous VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Travellers Choice 2023 2023
   • Visit England Visitor Ready 2025
   • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025

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   Durham Castle

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   Type:

   Castle / Fort

   Durham City

   Durham Castle is part of the Durham City World Heritage Site. Entrance by guided tour only. Opening can vary - All enquiries re guided tours should be directed Palace Green Library. Telephone 0191 334 2932 or castle.tours@durham.ac.uk.

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

   Awards

   • Visit England VAQAS 2021

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   7 reviews

   Auckland Palace Deer House and Park

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   Type:

   Historic Site

   Bishop Auckland

   A charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.

   Dates

   From:

   1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2025

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   Binchester Roman Fort

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   Type:

   Castle / Fort

   Bishop Auckland

   Remains of Commandant's house and neighbouring bath-house containing one of the best preserved examples of a hypocaust (underfloor heating system) in the whole of Britain.

   Dates

   From:

   1 Apr 2025to31 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 16:00

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10. Finchale Priory

    Durham City

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11. Picnic Spot - Egglestone Abbey

    Bowes Village, Barnard Castle

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12. Rokeby Park

    Barnard Castle

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13. Bowes Castle

    Barnard Castle

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14. Barnard Castle

    Barnard Castle

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15. Derwentcote Steel Furnace

    Hamsterley

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16. The Manor House

    Sedgefield

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17. Egglestone Abbey

    Barnard Castle

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