Durham, in the North-East of England, is a county rich in history and architecture. From its infamous cathedral to its castles and dedicated museums, Durham gives us the opportunity to turn back time and witness the Durham of old. As well as the great structures and buildings in the county, Durham is also home to amazing countryside landscapes, rivers and coastline. Read more
Barnard Castle is the perfect destination for a relaxed walking holiday. This Grade-II listed holiday cottage is in a quiet location close to the River Tees, the Castle and Bowes Museum. Great for cafes, pubs, bars, restaurants and shops, Barnard Castle is renowned for its diverse range of independent shops and the Town's Antiques Quarter. Riverdale Cottage sleeps two people in one bedroom (plus one child under 12) and is dog-friendly with accommodation entirely on ground floor level. Barnard Castle is in Teesdale, close to High Force and within easy reach of Durham, York, the Yorkshire Dales, North Pennines, and Lake District. Guests love the quiet location that is convenient for amenities, sights and attractions. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
1 Teesdale Road is a comfortable and cosy holiday cottage with just a short walk over to the River Tees and into the market town of Barnard Castle and it's shops, cafes, restaurants, pubs, and traditional markets. We have been awarded 4 star Visit England Gold awards in 2022, 2023 and 2024 ! The accommodation is suitable for six people in three bedrooms - two on the ground floor - with an open-plan living area and a patio with lovely views. The location is perfect for a walking or cycling holiday, and the self-catering property has a lockable garage so you can store bikes, SUPs, kayaks and other equipment. Bookings are available all year round for families and friends.
Hazel Lodge is a luxurious self-catered retreat for two adults, located just north of Shotley Bridge in Northumberland. The lodge features a cosy kitchen/living area, a welcoming dining room, and a bespoke bedroom with a king-size bed, freestanding bath, a two-person shower, and an en-suite bathroom. Step out onto the private patio to enjoy a hot tub and traditional sauna. Explore the charming village of Shotley Bridge and nearby towns like Hexham and Durham. Enjoy outdoor adventures in the North Pennines or along the Northumberland coastline. Hazel Lodge offers the perfect blend of luxury and nature for a romantic getaway.
Cedar Lodge is one of six contemporary holiday rentals in a private 300-acre estate north of Shotley Bridge. Designed by a brother-and-sister team to showcase their love of the Northumberland countryside, the holiday lodge sleeps eight in four beautifully appointed bedrooms. It features an eight-person hot tub, an acre of woodland garden, and three Smart TVs with Netflix. Guests rave about their stays, calling it "amazing," "immaculate," and "outstanding." The lodge's location allows easy access to scenic walks, local amenities, and attractions like Hexham, Newcastle, and Durham, offering a perfect mix of city, country, and coastal experiences.
Mayland Farm Cottage enjoys an enviably peaceful location on a family-run farm close to the North Pennines and the North York Moors National Park. The self-catering cottage is a mile from Woodland village just outside of Bishop Auckland. The owners have created a space where many of their guests choose to visit year after year, making the most of the beautiful walks, exciting mountain bike trails, and charming market towns that are all within easy reach. With three bedrooms that sleep up to five guests and accommodation all on one level, the cottage is ideal for couples, families and friends. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
The Hayloft is Grade II listed and has been beautifully restored to provide a very relaxing 'home away from home'. The Hayloft has lots of character and natural charm and offers all the right ingredients for a romantic retreat for couples. Located at East Greystone Farm in the idyllic Teesdale Countryside. We are situated between the beautiful villages of Piercebridge and Gainford and are an ideal base for walking. With the Yorkshire Dales, Lakes, East Coast and the cities of York, Durham and Newcastle within easy reach by car, this is a great base for exploring the many sights of North East England.
Sitting in the very heart of the Dales, this cosy quaint holiday cottage is a superb self-catering base for visiting many popular areas including the Yorkshire Dales, Northumberland, Cumbria and the coast. Alternatively, enjoy the unspoilt beauty of County Durham or simply relax when you stay at Innkeepers Cottage.
Relax in the beautiful Teesdale countryside in this comfortable holiday home which has panoramic views and a dressing room with an infrared sauna. Avelin Cottage is 1.5 miles from Barnard Castle. It's superbly finished and furnished, offering couples and solo travellers a peaceful place to relax while staying close to shops, restaurants, and favourite walks and attractions. Guests rave about how comfortable and welcoming it is, loving everything from the well-equipped kitchen for self-catering to the bathrobes that add to the atmosphere of staying at a private spa retreat.
Boot and Shoe Cottage is a charming 18th-century riverfront holiday cottage in Wycliffe, just six miles from Barnard Castle. Its beautifully restored interiors, featuring original fireplaces and beams, blend history with modern comforts. Ideal for families or couples, the cottage offers a double bedroom with serene field views and a cosy twin room. Located in the stunning North Pennines AONB, it's perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, with private fishing, riverside walks, and nearby cycling trails. Explore local treasures like Barnard Castle, The Bowes Museum, and High Force Waterfall, or simply unwind by the fire or stargaze in the peaceful garden. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
"Middlehope Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. This charming County Durham community is located in Weardale, the centre of the North Pennines aonb, which is well-known for its superb cycling and walking trails. St. John's Chapel has two welcoming village pubs, one of which serves food, as...
"Cottage in County Durham" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. A charming, 200 year old converted barn nestled in the picturesque village of Hamsterley in the Durham Dales. The village hosts an old traditional pub serving tasty delights. Hamsterley lies between Teesdale and Weardale, on the edge of the...
"Folly Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Middleton-in-Teesdale is a small market town resting in County Durham, England. Hosting a wide-range of pubs, restaurants, independent shops and supermarkets for all of your amenities. Located on the outer edge of the North Pennines aonb, the...
"Queen Elizabeth Suite" is a 4 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 8 guests in Durham. The ancient market town of Stanhope lies in the beautiful Wear Valley in the heart of superb walking country. Described as the "Capital of Weardale", it occupies a sheltered position on the north side of the Wear at the confluence of the river...
"Cottage in County Durham" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. This charming property is nestled in the heart of the stunning Durham Dales, just a few miles from Wolsingham, a lovely picturesque village. The popular, historic city of Durham is only 12 miles away and offers a wide range of shops,...
"Cottage in County Durham" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. A perfect couples getaway, close to the Cathedral City of Durham and market towns of Corbridge and Hexham. Anglers can try their luck at Waskerley and Derwent Reservoirs. Situated close to the Waskerley Way and Pennine Way, there are plenty of...
"Bilberry Nook Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Westgate is a small village in Weardale, popular for walking and cycling. Westgate once marked the boundary of Stanhope Park, the scene of many grand, historical, hunting expeditions. Nearby is Slit Wood, a site of Special Scientific Interest,...
"Drover's Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. The picturesque market town of Wolsingham sits at the entrance to Weardale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty nestled within the North Pennines. Boasting many period features and stone-built listed buildings, the town is a popular stop-off...
"Barn in County Durham" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Resting on the edge of Grassholme Reservoir on the outskirts of the village of Mickleton, this one level cottage offers beautiful views across the water and fells. In the summer, Grassholme Reservoir is host to a range of water sports including...
"Beeches Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. A comfortable detached, three bedroom cottage situated in Weardale, sleeping up to 6 guests. * Size: Sleeps 6, 3 bedrooms.* Nearest beach: 56 mile.* Nearest pub: 1 mile.* Nearest shop: 1 mile.* Pets: Sorry, no pets.* Short breaks: Available...
"Meadows Edge" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Durham. Situated at the end of a no-through-road in the heart of beautiful, unspoiled Teesdale, the village of Holwick is a lovely, peaceful place ideal for those looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of modern life. The village is well served...
"Cottage in County Durham" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. Escape to this charming barn conversion offering a tranquil retreat amid the serene landscape of the North Pennines aonb. It s set on a wonderful working livestock farm and is not far from the beautiful market town of Wolsingham. Surrounded by...
"Oak Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. This bustling town offers a good range of shops, pubs and places to eat and is surrounded by walking country, with high open moorland as well as wooded valleys. The nearby market town of Barnard Castle can be easily reached, along with the...
"Dale View" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. This pretty village can be found resting on the edge of Teesdale, in County Durham. Within the small village you will be delighted to find a couple of shops, a pub and a selection of takeaways. Within close reach to the village is the...
"Honey Hirst" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. This delightful cottage is nestled in a quiet corner of the village and offers a perfect blend of tranquillity and charm, with a range of picturesque walking and cycling trails from the doorstep. There is a village shop, pub, and restaurants...
"1 Braeside" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Wearhead is a village in County Durham at the top of Weardale. Named after the source of the River Wear, the village boasts some of the highest peaks in County Durham. Wearhead is set in rural countryside with the nearest shop being 3 miles...
"Thistlewood House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. The picturesque town of Wolsingham is a quintessentially British market town in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nestled in the beautiful valley of Weardale, the town boasts a number of well-regarded pubs, cafes and...
"Knights Corner Stanhope Castle" is a 3 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. Stanhope is an ancient market town in the beautiful Wear Valley. The town is home to the Durham Dales Centre, offering tourist information, a coffee shop, local arts and crafts. In addition to this there is a selection of pubs, specialist food...
"Westholme" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. Nestled deep within the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, you will find charming town of Middleton-in-Teesdale. With bustling shops, exciting pubs and tasty local eateries, its little wonder this scenic setting is a popular hot...
"Glebe House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. Seaham is a community in County Durham, situated between the towns of Durham and Sunderland. Murton, once a mining town, is now a welcoming community that provides visitors with easy access to a variety of activities and natural wonders in the...
"Miners Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. The pretty Pennine village of Middleton-In-Teesdale lies in the heart of Teesdale, perched on the riverbank in the beautiful Tees Valley. Situated in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty', this is a well-served little settlement and offers a...
"Blackburn Cottage Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Durham. Wolsingham is a small market town with beautiful buildings and period features. There is also the Wolsingham Agricultural Society which is held every year in September and draws large crowds.
"Garden Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Durham. Situated in the heart of beautiful Teesdale close to the villages of Romaldkirk and Middleton is the small hamlet of Mickleton. Within Teesdale and just a few miles from the market town of Barnard Castle, this pretty village consists primarily...
"Cottage in County Durham" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Durham. This pretty village can be found resting on the edge of Teesdale in County Durham. Within the small village, you will be delighted to find a number of shops and dog friendly pubs. Within close reach of the village is the spectacular Raby Castle...
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In terms of culture, Durham has it all. As a recognised World Heritage Site, its architecture is the first point of call for visitors to the county. The Romanesque Cathedral, built as a shrine of worship to St Cuthbert, has an awe-inspiring structure that rests on land in the heart of the River Wear. Surrounded by deep woodlands and charming riverbanks, the Cathedral sits beautifully within the county. Durham Castle, and other monumental buildings used by the University, are close by and are also worth visiting if your interests lie in architecture. Dotted along the River Wear, through Durham city, are three main bridges (Framwellgate, Elvet and Prebends) which all offer beautiful views for visitors to see.
The countryside of County Durham is home to many surprises. The High Force waterfall, plunging 70 feet into the water, is the highest waterfall in England. A walk through the alluring woodlands surrounding the waterfall leads to this captivating sight, where visitors can experience a breathtaking view. The Durham Dales, which partly sit in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, encompasses Teesdale and Weardale, a truly tranquil part of the English countryside. With valleys, moors and hills laced through the Dales, they are a great option for walkers and ramblers alike. Hamsterley Forest offers woodland walks as well as cycling and horse riding routes for those wanting to travel a little differently.
County Durham is also home to many museums. The mining history of Durham is kept alive in Killhope, which offers a snapshot of what life was like for lead mining families in the past. There is also a huge, working water-wheel on site. Beamish, the Living Museum of the North, is a great option for old and young. The outdoor museum depicts everyday life in the North East of England, at the time of the Industrial Revolution. Focusing mostly on Victorian and Edwardian culture, it uses replica buildings, working vehicles and actors in costumes to relive the era. Beamish is renowned in the North-East of England as a great family day out; an unmissable trip for tourists.
Architecture, history and local culture are all great reasons to visit County Durham. Experience beautiful buildings and bridges or take a trip to a unique outdoor museum. Wander down the cobbled streets of the city of Durham into a local pub and you will witness the renowned, friendly nature of the people. Durham is a place where you will never be short of good company! Alternatively, for something more relaxing, visit the moors of the Durham Dales and catch a glimpse of the infamous waterfall. Whatever you decide, Durham is an interesting and fantastic county to fulfil anyone's holiday needs.
