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DurhamWelcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Durham. The Durham hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Durham. From Durham you are well placed to explore Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Durham with their coastal fortresses, magnificent cities, forests and valleys, pretty villages, wide empty beaches and the evocative ruins of Hadrian's Wall. We hope you enjoy your stay and find your ideal accommodation from our list of Durham hotels and the surrounding area.

Durham is a beautiful city, home to the magnificent Norman cathedral, Durham university and Durham Castle. The massive Cathedral is widely acclaimed as one of the world's finest buildings. Durham has a Medieval layout with narrow winding streets and a wide range of shops.

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Attractions Durham station - North Rd Durham. EAST Coast train operator GNER this week (2006) starts work on a £2.5 million facelift to Durham railway station, which will restore its buildings to their original Victorian grandeur. TRAINTRACKER at www.nationalrail.co.uk. In the centre of Durham.

Durham station

Durham Cathedral and Castle

Attractions Durham Cathedral and Castle - Here you can visit the Tomb of St. Cuthbert and The Venerable Bede. The Castle is now part of the University College but tours take place throughout the day. With the Cathedral, it is still very much an icon of the City and County of Durham. University College, Durham Castle, Palace Green, Durham, DH1 3RW. Tel: 0191 334 4099. www.durhamcastle.org. In the centre of Durham.

Durham Cathedral and Castle

Crook Hall & Gardens

Attractions Crook Hall & Gardens, Frankland Lane, Sidegate, Durham, Uk, DH1 5SZ Tel: 0191 384 8028. A Medieval Manor House surrounded by romantic gardens. All within walking distance of Durham City Centre. Described by Alan Titchmarsh as "a tapestry of colourful blooms". www.crookhallgardens.co.uk. On the outskirts of Durham.

Crook Hall & Gardens

DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery

Attractions DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery, Durham City. In 1881, The Durham Light Infantry was formed and soon saw action in Egypt and against the Boers in South Africa. Café, shop, parking, attractive grounds.

DLI Museum and Durham Art Gallery

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Attractions Durham Town Hall. Built in 1850. Features include superb stained glass windows, paintings, heraldic symbols and a magnificent fireplace of local stone. Tel. 0191 301 8534. In the centre of Durham.

Durham Town Hall

Durham Heritage Centre

Attractions Durham Heritage Centre. Museum of local history telling the story of Durham, housed in a medieval church. Audio-visual, brass-rubbing and shop. In the centre of Durham.
Durham Heritage Centre
University of Durham Botanic Garden

Attractions University of Durham Botanic Garden. Eighteen-acre garden set in mature woodland with exotic trees from America and the Himalayas. Prince Bishops’ Garden, tropical house, cactus house with butterflies and insects. Visitor centre with changing exhibitions, cafe and toilets. On the outskirts of Durham.

University of Durham Botanic Garden

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AttractionsBeamish - The North of England Open Air Museum, Co. Durham Tel: 0191 370 4000. Visit the town, colliery village, farm, railway station, Pockerley Manor and 1825 railway, recreating life in the North East in the early 1800's and 1900's. Beamish Museum is an open air museum where you can go underground in a drift mine, visit the pit cottages, Victorian schoolroom, a Victorian dentist and an old fashioned sweet shop. Step on board our trams and we'll transport you into the past. www.beamish.org.uk. About 9 miles northwest of Durham.

Beamish - The North of England Open Air Museum

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My Way Guest House
West Farm
Broompark
Durham
DH7 7RW
(approx 1 miles from Durham)

My Way Guest House DurhamBed and breakfast near Durham. The house is situated in a secluded residential area just outside Durham city. The architect designed house, with its own gardens and secluded location, offers high quality accommodation at affordable prices for both the tourist and business visitor to the area. All our tastefully furnished rooms have en-suite or private facilities and your own entrance. Each opens onto a decked patio area... more details
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Tel: +44 (0) 1913 750874
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Swallow Three Tuns Hotel
New Elvet
Durham City
County Durham DH1 3AQ

Swallow Three Tuns Hotel DurhamDurham Hotel. Nearest Rail DURHAM 0.5 miles. This former 16th century coaching inn has been discreetly modernised to retain many of its original features: oak beams, a magnificent stained glass ceiling and open fires. The hotel offers guests comfortable and well-equipped bedrooms, as well as a restaurant, pleasantly decorated in keeping with the rooms. Light snacks and meals are also available in the lounge and bar areas...more details Swallow Three Tuns Hotel

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Farnley Tower Durham
The Avenue
Durham
DH1 4DX

Farnley Tower DurhamDurham Hotel. The city centre, with its numerous shops and restaurants, is only a short walk away. The train station is also close by. Our single occupancy rates for double rooms are very popular with our sole business travellers and the quiet location and free Wi-Fi internet access mean that you can get on with some work. Farnley Tower offers all the facilities of a modern city hotel with its well renowned restaurant, bar and gardens....more details Farnley Tower Durham

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Hotel Bannatyne Durham
Eden Terrace
Durham
DH1 2HJ

Hotel Bannatyne DurhamDurham Hotel. Convenient location just off the A1 motorway. Next door to the state-of-the-art Bannatyne Health Club, complimentary for guests. Here, you can make use of the gym facilities and swimming pool, before relaxing in the jacuzzi and sauna. The cafe-bar is also located here, where you can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner. As well as being easily accessible, Hotel Bannatyne is only a mile from the sights and attractions of Durham city centre....more details Hotel Bannatyne Durham

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Swallow Three Tuns Hotel
New Elvet
Durham
County Durham
DH1 3AQ

Swallow Three Tuns Hotel DurhamDurham Hotel. In the heart of the beautiful historic city of Durham. Stained glass ceilings, oak panelling throughout, real Tudor beams, original wood carvings and open fireplaces are just a few of the many character features within this friendly and popular hotel. Step out of the hotel and you will find yourself in the heart of Durham City, with attractive streets filled with shops, cobbled alleys, Medieval lanes and Georgian and Victorian architecture. By day, the hotel's lounge provides the perfect location to enjoy a light snack or relaxing drink.....more details Swallow Three Tuns Hotel

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Kings Lodge Hotel Durham
Flass Vale
Waddington Street
Durham
DH1 4BG

Kings Lodge Hotel DurhamDurham Hotel. Set in the heart of Durham City. A site which once echoed to the sounds of battle now provides a setting for comfortable and tasteful residence, fine dining accompanied by an amazing wine list, a cosy traditional bar, and quality afternoon teas....more details Kings Lodge Hotel Durham

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Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County
Old Elvet
Durham City
County Durham DH1 3JN

Durham Hotel. In the heart of historic Durham. Luxuriously furnished throughout, the hotel has an elegant reception lounge and cocktail bar. The award winning leisure club overlooks the river and facilities include an indoor pool, spa, new gym with state of the art equipment and unique sanarium (combined sauna and steam room)...more details

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Three Horseshoes Inn Durham
Running Waters/
Sherburn House
Durham
DH1 2SR
(approx 3 miles from Durham)

Three Horseshoes Inn DurhamHotel near Durham. A few miles east of Durham. The Three Horseshoes, situated within easy reach of the beautiful city of Durham, is a comfortable Old Country Inn with a well- stocked cellar, good food and first-class accommodation. We have a function room available for small parties, birthdays and weddings, etc. Our immaculate bedrooms are tastefully decorated and fully equipped for all of your needs. All rooms are double-glazed and overlook the Durham countryside....more details Three Horseshoes Inn Durham

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The Gables Hotel
Front Street
Haswell Plough
Durham
DH6 2EW
(approx 4 miles from Durham)

Gables Hotel accommodation DurhamHotel near Durham. Between Peterlee and Durham. Five miles east of Durham City, on the B1283 road at Haswell Plough. The Gables is a small family-run hotel which has a very good reputation for its fine English foods. It has been recommended by the AA and Les Routiers. The restaurant is small but quaint and cosy. Free Wi-Fi Internet Access Included, Packed Lunches......more details for this HOTEL / GUEST HOUSE

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Hardwick Hall Hotel
Sedgefield
Durham TS21 2EH
(approx 9 miles from Durham)

Hardwick Hall Hotel Hotel near Durham. Located just off the A1(M) yet nestling in the beautiful County Durham countryside, a warm welcome always awaits visitors at this hotel. International standards in comfort and communication are to be enjoyed at traditional North East value-for-money prices. Restaurant, Garden....more details Hardwick Hall Hotel

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Hallgarth Manor Country Hotel & Restaurant Durham
Pittington
Durham
DH6 1AB
(approx 3 miles from Durham)

Hallgarth Manor Country Hotel & Restaurant DurhamHotel near Durham. Situated just 3 miles from the historic city of Durham. The Hallgarth Manor is a traditional English country house hotel situated in 4 acres of pleasant gardens. This former 16th Century residential estate, set in spectacular grounds and gardens, has been discreetly modernised to retain many of its original features....more details Hallgarth Manor Country Hotel & Restaurant Durham

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Whitworth Hall Country Park Hotel
Spennymoor
Durham
County Durham
DL16 7QX
(approx 6 miles from Durham)

Spennymoor hotels - Whitworth Hall Country Park HotelHotel near Durham. Central in North East and close to the A1. Whitworth Hall has its roots in Norman England and the earliest records refer to the holder of the estate being Thomas de Acle, who subsequently assumed the local name Whyte-worth in the early 14th Century. With 29 well-appointed bedrooms, comfortable lounges and a choice of three restaurants, this welcoming hotel offers accommodation, dining and functions in the heart of a 73 acre deer park...more details Whitworth Hall Country Park Hotel

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Eden Arms Swallow Hotel
Rushyford
Chilton
Ferryhill
County Durham DL17 0LL
(approx 7 miles from Durham)

Eden Arms Swallow Hotel FerryhillHotel near Durham. Distance to cities from Rushyford (in miles): Durham 8, Darlington 8, Stockton 14. The Eden Arms Hotel provides a central base for exploring the beautiful Durham countryside. The Eden Arms Hotel retains a charming atmosphere and history that dates back to the 17th Century. Jacuzzi, Indoor Swimming Pool...more details Eden Arms Swallow Hotel Ferryhill

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Ramside Hall Classic Hotel & Golf Club
Carrville
Durham DH1 1TD
(approx 1 miles from Durham)

Ramside Hall Classic Hotel & Golf Club DurhamHotel near Durham. It is situated at only 2 miles from the City of Durham and just 400 metres from junction 62 of the A1M motorway. The four star quality Ramside Hall is set in a 220 acre estate with 27 hole championship golf course....more details Ramside Hall Classic Hotel & Golf Club

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Lumley Castle Durham
Chester-Le-Street
Durham
DH3 4NX
(approx 6 miles from Durham)

Lumley Castle DurhamHotel near Durham. Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland. The magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 600 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a magnificent monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 74 luxurious en suite rooms, with complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendour of the Black Knight restaurant, offering varied cuisine and a 3-course table d’hôte menu ....more details Lumley Castle Durham

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