Places to visit in County Durham

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Plum Tree Cottage is a delightful barn conversion nestled on the banks of the river Wear between Low Barns nature reserve one of the region’s most important wildlife sites and the picturesque historic village of Witton-le-Wear. This stunning little cottage sits in an elevated position on a private half acre site conveniently situated within easy reach of the region’s most beautiful scenery historic sites and many attractions.Plum Tree is a beautifully appointed one bedroom two showeroom cottage

This small Georgian country house is set in 475 acres of woodland, farmland and gardens and offers an escape from the outside world. The farm and walled garden supply produce for the house and give an opportunity for you to bring your horse and/or dog to enjoy the estate. The house offers four bedrooms and a self catering apartment. Walking, cycling, fishing, birdwatching and hawk walks or simply a peaceful and relaxing setting in which to unwind.

Castle View Guest House is situated in the very heart of the cathedral city of Durham, just a short stroll away from the city’s amenities. This 250-year-old guesthouse is surrounded by picturesque riverside walks, and spectacular views of the cathedral and castle. The guest house has recently been refurbished, and are all deluxe rooms featuring a mix of King Size and Twin beds, 40 inch flat screen TVs, hair driers, tea and coffee etc.

Visitors return year after year to enjoy the beauty of County Durham, the North Yorkshire countryside, Teesdale and The Pennines from the relaxing and luxurious comfort of Homelands Guest House. We are proud of our facility and offer a warm and homely experience with home baked treats on arrival and a delicious breakfast in the morning, prepared by our chef. Our bedrooms are comfortable, with luxurious bed linens and Luxury Toiletries. We welcome you to come and stay at Homelands.

Just off junction 61 of the A1M, The Old Mill is a traditional English Inn offering excellent food all day and en suite bedrooms. Durham is just 5 miles away. Tastefully furnished bedrooms feature bathrooms with a shower or bath. They also include free Wi-Fi, TVs, hair dryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities. Enjoy a fine meal from the The Old Mill’s English and European menu in the large dining room, the mezzanine balcony or the conservatory. The bar has cosy alcoves creating a warm

Kynren - An Epic Tale of England, brings history to life with a blockbuster open-air performance 3 June and Saturdays August - September

A delightful working farm in the heartland of Northumberland. Rye Hill Farm is close to the picturesque village of Corbridge, near the thriving market town of Hexham and within 30 minutes of Newcastle. The farm offers you the chance to see a small family livestock unit at work. Bed and Breakfast and camping are also available.The self catering cottage , The Old Byre, has good wheel chair acess and a ground floor bedroom.

In Lamesley village, near Gateshead, this lovely old stone country inn is nestled in a rural conservation area on a tranquil country lane.

Opened by the club's attached touring professional Lee Westwood in May 2011, the championship Lee Westwood Colt course at Close House is a typical, thoughtfully-designed English parkland lay-out offering a rich variety of outstanding holes through the estate of an 18th century mansion, now a splendid hotel. Individual features of the area, including a forest, Roman fort and an historic wall, have been skilfully incorporated with panoramic views over the Tyne Valley, yet just ten miles from Ne...

Discover the manor house associated with the family of George Washington, first president of the USA Washington Old Hall is a delightful stone built 17th century manor house, which incorporates parts of the original medieval home of George Washington´s direct ancestors. There are displays on George Washington, and how the Hall was saved with American support. The rooms are furnished in Jacobean style with a fine collection of oil paintings, delftware and heavily carved oak furniture. ...

The Beaumont is an independent Victorian townhouse hotel in the centre of Hexham, with stunning views of the 6th century Abbey.

The Shipley Art Gallery opened in 1917 with a collection of 504 paintings bequeathed by local solicitor Joseph Shipley. Since then the collection has grown to include nearly 800 paintings and collections of works on paper, decorative art and contemporary craft. The Shipley's art collections were designated as being of national importance in 1998 and include local favourite, William Irving's painting The Blaydon Races. In 1977 the Shipley began collecting contemporary art made in Britain. O...

Learn hands on at The Discovery Museum, Newcastle The Discovery Museum in Newcastle is probably most famous for its Turbinia exhibit – the first vessel to be powered by a steam turbine and dreamt up by Charles Parsons, who served his engineering apprentice at a Newcastle firm. However, this city centre gem of an attraction has much, much more to see and will keep visitors from 1 to 100 fascinated, such is the eclectic mix of exhibits, many pleasingly hands-on. Tyne and Wear was a pow...

St Vincent is a small cosy wine bar, inspired by places found while traveling in France and Italy. It's the sort of place for friends to hang out and enjoy great food and great drinks.

The Broad Chare has won accolades and awards from a whole heap of judges, including the Good Food Guide 2018, Hardens Best UK Restaurants 2018 and the AA Pub Guide 2017. Taking the best of a traditional pub and blending it with modern touches, The Broad Chare offers a simple, warm gastropub experience that keeps people coming back for more.

This small but important gallery on Newcastle's New Bridge Street is home to a very impressive collection of sculpture and art and is well known for attracting some of the big hitters in historic, modern and contemporary art to the north east. The permanent collection has some fabulous 18th and 19th century paintings and world class watercolours. The pre-Raphaelite paintings are worth the trip alone. But there is contemporary work here too with Moore's Seated Woman: Thin Neck, Gaugin's The Br...

Whether you're booked into the standard double or the swanky Mouton Rothchild suite of the Hotel du Vin Newcastle, the group's inimitable style, sort of clubby leather against exposed brick with a sprinkling of luxury thrown in, is evident. The north east branch of this upmarket, wine-loving chain is housed within the former Tyne Tees Steam Shipping Company in Ouseburn, once a decaying reminder of post-industrial Newcastle now a re-energised thriving, super trendy arty part of the city. A...

The Coach House is nestled in the Tyne Valley just off Hadrian's wall. A truly unspoiled gem and entrance to the charming market towns of Hexham and Corbridge.

A quality hotel in Northumberland with golf course, spa and treatment facilities, fine dining in the library restaurant, and the perfect wedding venue.

The Corner House Inn offers free Wi-Fi and private parking as well as pleasant, well-equipped en suite rooms.

The Laverick is a charming old farm worker's cottage perched on a hill on a beautiful rural country estate in the Heart of Northumberland.

The Bothy is a one bedroom romantic retreat surrounded by spectacular Northumberland scenery. It’s a unique bolthole in a dramatic and remote setting.

Segedunum Roman Fort is the most excavated Roman site in the UK. It marks the beginning (or end) of the Roman Wall and the Museum was opened in June 2000.

Discover the Life of Roman Solider at Chesters Fort & Museum on Hadrian's Wall Part of Hadrian's Wall and built in 122-123AD, Chesters Fort & Museum is the best-preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain and allows visitors to explore officers' quarters and the well-preserved baths and steam room. Inside the museum there is a treasure trove of Roman items unearthed during the excavation of Hadrian's wall including the Clayton Collection of altars and sculptures.

Cambridge House, award winning, 5 star gold luxury B&B guest house, Reeth, Swaledale, Yorkshire Dales. Welcome to Yorkshire Guest Accommodation 2018.

Enjoy the best seasonal, home-grown Yorkshire produce in a relaxed setting. Let us wine and dine you while you look out across magnificent views of Reeth Green.

Situated in the breath-taking Swaledale Valley, The Burgoyne is the perfect place to relax, recharge and unwind.

The Old Vicarage offers a unique luxury self-catering experience in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales. It enjoys a quiet location surrounded by meadows and woodl

Stephenson Railway Museum is a small heritage railway that occupies the test track for the Tyne & Wear Metro. Its heritage railway is run by dedicated local volunteers, with trains running in season on Sundays and Bank Holidays and on Thursday during North Tyneside school holidays. During December weekends, the railway runs Santa Specials.

The Belsay Hall comprises three distinct but related elements: a medieval castle that was enlarged in the early 17th century, a Greek Revival mansion that superseded it as a family residence at the beginning of the 19th century, and an outstanding garden linking the two buildings. A mix of eclectic architecture Belsay Hall is a stately home like no other, explore the great room of the ruined medieval castle on the site and clamber to the top of the tower for lovely Northumberland views. Altho...

Explore one of Britain's most Intriguing Country Mansions The Belsay Hall comprises three distinct but related elements: a medieval castle that was enlarged in the early 17th century, a Greek Revival mansion that superseded it as a family residence at the beginning of the 19th century, and an outstanding garden linking the two buildings. A mix of eclectic architecture Belsay Hall is a stately home like no other, explore the great room of the ruined medieval castle on the site and cla...

South Shields Museum is housed in a listed building which used to be the Library. It specialises in local history and has an art gallery and small animal collection. There are both permanent and regularly-changing exhibitions.

Arbeia Roman Fort was the supply base for the troops on Hadrian's Wall. Its strategic position at the mouth of the Tyne gave advance notice of any invading troops. It is an UNESCO Heritage site.

Go Back in time and Experience the Life of a Roman Soldier at Housesteads Roman Fort on Hadrians wall Set on Hadrians wall, Housesteads Roman Fort is home to stunning panoramic views of Northumberland and a fantastic educational visitors centre. The Fort is one of twelve built by Emperor Hadrian in around 124BC and the accompanying museum is stacked with a range of objects found on the site such as flat-bottomed pottery and cooking pots. English Heritage, which operates the site, ha...

Discover Seaton Delaval Hall, A place of great theatre and drama Built in the early 18th century and the best example in the country of English Baroque, Seaton Delaval Hall and Gardens was created by Sir John Van Brugh who was also responsible for Castle Howard and Blenheim Palace. The house has survived terrible fires and military occupation over its 900 year history but still stands defiant, from the glorious breathtakingly beautiful Central Hall to the dark cellar network of servant...

Discover Seaton Delaval Hall, A place of great theatre and drama Admiral Delaval commissioned Sir John Vanbrugh to build the hall in 1718. The house was the home of the Delaval family who were famous for the notoriously extravagant parties they threw in the Georgian period. The Hall was damaged by fire in 1822, but successive generations of the family, particularly the late Lord Hastings, undertook extensive repairs to ensure the Hall's survival.

Welcome to Lovesome Hill Farm where guests can enjoy the delights of staying in the peaceful countryside overlooking the Hambleton Hills. Start your day with a hearty farmhouse breakfast using only local produce and homemade bread and our free range eggs. All rooms are en-suite. We are very much a working farm offering seasonal delights throughout the year. A tour of the farm is available or you may just take a relaxing stroll across the fields using the countryside stewardship margins to the...