Spennymoor
Spennymoor
Welcome to our page of information, attractions and places of interest around Spennymoor. The Spennymoor hotels listed below are either in the town or we have given a rough guide as to how far they are from Spennymoor. From Spennymoor 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. The town of Spennymoor, which includes the villages of Byers Green, Kirk Merrington, Middlestone Moor and Tudhoe, is delightfully situated on high land above the south side of the Wear Valley between the City of Durham and Bishop Auckland. Since the end of World War II there have been a great many changes in the town. Coal mining has ceased and the industry of the town has developed on three industrial estates to provide a more diverse industrial base than before. The major employers in the town include Black and Decker, Electrolux and Thorn Lighting. Also see Spennymoor.

Visitor attractions and information for Spennymoor

	Auckland Castle, Bishop Auckland Tel: 01388 601627 Historically the principal country residence of the Prince Bishops and now the official home of the Bishop of Durham. It has a magnificent marble and limestone chapel, reputed to be the largest private chapel in Europe, and is located on a promontory overlooking the Rivers Wear and Gaunless. About 3 miles southwest of Spennymoor.
	Binchester Roman Fort, Bishop Auckland Tel: 01388 663089 Binchester was the largest Roman fort in County Durham. A small part has been excavated and is open to view. Most of the fort and the remains of the nearby civilian settlement still lie buried in the surrounding fields. Car parking is available on site or the fort is a 20-minute walk along the banks of the River Wear from Bishop Auckland Market Place. About 3 miles southwest of Spennymoor.
	Sedgefield Racecourse, Stockton-on-Tees TS21 2HW Tel: 01740 621925 Hosting 20 Jump race meetings and spanning 11 months of the year, Sedgefield Racecourse is one of Britain’s most popular racecourses. About 8 miles east of Spennymoor .
	Locomotion: the National Railway Museum at Shildon, Shildon Tel: 01388 777999 Locomotion is an £11 million project, a joint venture between Sedgefield Borough Council and the National Railway Museum at York. It opened in Shildon in September 2004 and links with the existing Timothy Hackworth Museum. The new Museum houses in excess of 60 exhibits and provides an opportunity to view the history of the railways. About 5 miles south of Spennymoor.
	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. About 7 miles north of Spennymoor.
	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. About 7 miles north of Spennymoor.
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Swallow Eden Arms Hotel Rushyford (Nr.Durham) County Durham DL17 0LL (approx 3 miles from Spennymoor)	Hotel near Spennymoor. Nearest Rail DURHAM. Originally a 17th century coaching inn, this hotel has retained both its character and charm. It boasts a superb leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool, fitness room, spa bath, sauna and plunge pool and beauty room. The hotel offers Binchesters, the newly refurbished Restaurant serving delicious food and fine wine for a memorable dining experience....

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