The Auckland Project
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7NR
Tel: +44 01388 743750
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Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
VisitEngland Gold Accolade 2024
- Regional and Miscellaneous
Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Awards 2025 2025
TripAdvisor

- Excellent309
- Very Good141
- Average32
- Poor10
- Terrible7
Recent Reviews:
- Ruth4063Hartlepool, United KingdomParadise and Faith gardens very disappointingSunday, 3rd August 2025We have been to Aukland palace several times. It's a great place particularly the faith museum and walled garden. However we were very disappointed by the new Paradise Garden which we had been... Read full review
- Lynne WTrip Type:CouplesDeer Park and walled gardensMonday, 11th August 2025The Deer Park is great to walk around and interesting building in the middle. The gardens which were only reopened last year are absolutely beautiful and good paths. You can visit these for free... Read full review
- stuart aSeaton Delaval, United KingdomOne to forget!Wednesday, 3rd September 2025Second visit to Auckland Castle. On first visit we enjoyed the cafe, however today's visit to the cafe was pretty forgettable. Fancied a brie and bacon sandwich, "Sorry we don't have any bacon". OK... Read full review
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Access Information
Opening Times
2025 (19 Feb 2025 - 24 Dec 2025) |
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Map & Directions
Road Directions
Nearest major road is A1(M). From the A1(M) take the A689 to Bishop Auckland.
Public Transport Directions
Nearest station is Bishop Auckland Station. Proceed along Newgate Street to the Market Place and palace is through clock tower gate in far corner of the square.