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The Witham

3 Horse Market
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8LY

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A registered charity and company limited by guarantee, The Witham is a community venue for theatre, music, comedy, films, art, classes and social events, reliant on your support. Governed by a board of trustees, our facilities range from the architecturally award-winning café bar to a fully-renovated Victorian music hall. There’s also a gallery and a box office. Our gift shop doubles as a Visitor Information Point for the area. Free wifi is available throughout. Parking is plentiful.

For private hire, there’s a variety of rooms suitable for business meetings and classes, and from time to time, some charming studios for micro businesses to rent.

The fully-accessible rear of the building is enhanced by a large garden seating area, – perfect for enjoying food and drink with family and friends.

 

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  • Regional and MiscellaneousTripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019
  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

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Egglestone AbbeyWalking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle and Abbey Bridge Circular, Barnard CastleA picturesque, leisurely walk along lanes and across fields by the banks of the River Tees to Abbey Bridge and back. On the way you will pass the ruins of Egglestone Abbey. 

Barnard CastleWalking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle to Cotherstone, Barnard CastleA walk through woods and fields, with a steep climb to the path high above the river and final descent through the trees back to the river. There are pleasant, pretty views, whatever the season, particularly of the castle.

The Witham Cafe Bar tablesThe Witham Cafe Bar, Barnard CastleOffering: A Collection Service The Witham Café Bar is at the heart of the award-winning modern atrium that bridges the two older buildings. Licensed day and evening, we serve locally sourced, seasonal lunches and suppers, full afternoon tea, home baked cakes and scones.

market cross barnard castleBarnard Castle’s Yards, Barnard CastleThis is a wander through the town of Barnard Castle, using the narrow alleyways (known locally as ‘Yards’) of this ancient place. Stretch your legs and do a bit of history too. 

River and Woodland in Barnard CastleFlatts Wood & Percy Beck Woodland Walks, Barnard CastleTwo short circular walks in what was known as the ‘green lung’ of Barnard Castle when it was a thriving centre of the mill trade. History, flora and fauna, and a good stretch of those legs.

Meeting of the WatersWalking in Teesdale: Abbey Bridge & Whorlton Circular, Barnard Castle A circular walk following the Teesdale Way along the River Tees downstream from Abbey Bridge past Meeting of the Waters and picturesque Dairy Bridge, made famous in the painting by Joseph Turner.

The River TeesWalking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle, CotherstoneA leisurely walk which rises high above the River Tees, then leads through fields and woods, with several becks on the way.

The River TeesWalking in Teesdale: Cotherstone East Circular, CotherstoneThis circular walk has views of the River Tees, and the possibility of seeing deer and other wildlife.

The Durham Dales on a sunny dayWalking in Teesdale: Cotherstone West Circular, CotherstoneThis is a moderate circular route up Baldersdale, over fields, along a quiet road and a bridleway along the edge of Cotherstone Moor.

Teesdale landscape, stone barn, stone cottagesWalking in Teesdale: Staindrop Circular, StaindropThis is a leisurely circular walk from the attractive village of Staindrop, with one short steep bank with steps.

Durham Dales on a sunny dayWalking in Teesdale: Bowes East Circular, BowesA leisurely walk along lanes and across fields in the valley of the River Greta.

Durham Dales on a sunny dayWalking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular, BowesA walk through the picturesque village of Bowes, past Dotheboys Hall, and across the moors above the village.

The WithamWalking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular, Barnard CastleA leisurely walk from Barnard Castle through woods and across fields to Stainton village, from where there are extensive views both up and across Teesdale.

Barnard CastleWalking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle West Circular ‘The Bridges Walk’, Barnard CastleA long, leisurely walk through the ever changing Deepdale Woods Nature Reserve; through open fields to the historic and picturesque Nabb Bridge over Deepdale Beck; down to the village of Boldron; past the ruins of Egglestone Abbey.

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