| upgraded rooms offer garden views; there's stair access only. in an ivy-covered country house set on walled grounds with lawns and woodlands, this upscale hotel is 2 miles from castle eden golf club, 6 miles from the coastal town of hartlepool and 13 miles from durham cathedral. there are event facilities for weddings and meetings. complimentary continental or full english breakfast is provided. elegant traditional rooms feature en suite bathrooms, tvs and free wi-fi. amenities include a formal restaurant/dining room, a bar/lounge, and a bistro that offers afternoon tea. check-in time: 3:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am
Newcastle International Airport 46 min
Adventure Valley (33 min)
Kids' indoor and outdoor soft play areas, plus roller disco, crazy golf, farm animals and a cafe. Hardwick Country Park (22 min)
Large park with several historic structures plus a visitor’s centre, river, lake & walking trails. Durham Cathedral (25 min)
Architecturally innovative Norman CofE cathedral with St Cuthbert's shrine and a treasury museum. Oriental Museum (21 min)
Focusing on Asian art and culture, covering ancient Egypt to India, China and Japan. Sunderland Museum, Winter Gardens (25 min)
Wide-ranging venue including industrial/social history, geology, glass/pottery, art and archaeology. Botanic Garden (22 min)
10-hectare garden with plants from round the world, glasshouses, outdoor art and a visitor centre. Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art (27 min)
Striking slate and limestone gallery housing modern art exhibitions, plus a roof terrace and cafe. Tweddle Children's Animal Farm (5 min) RSPB Saltholme (20 min)
Family-friendly wetlands with hides for birdwatching including a play area, cycle path and cafe. National Museum of the Royal Navy Hartlepool (14 min)
A preserved, tall-masted war frigate open for tours all year, plus a charter option. Herrington Country Park (22 min)
Spacious, bustling park featuring walking & bike trails, an amphitheater, playground & sculptures. Durham Heritage Coast (12 min)
A walking path traces the line of this designated historic coast with its wild cliffs & dunes. Durham Castle (25 min)
College in an 11th-century castle offering a B&B with 2 plush suites, plus seasonal casual rooms. Crook Hall and Gardens (25 min)
Stone manor house originally built in the 13th century, with picturesque English-style gardens. National Glass Centre (28 min)
Stylish modern centre showcasing contemporary glass, with exhibitions, demonstrations and classes. | 
