Sightseeing
Book in advance for this spectacular show, it is a must see.
Also watch out for the Kynren Pyromusical usually held in November.
3 miles
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Kynren
Book in advance for this spectacular show, it is a must see.
Also watch out for the Kynren Pyromusical usually held in November.
3 miles
A wonderful nature reserve and so important to the local wildlife. A beautiful place to visit.
3 miles
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Low Barns Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Low LaneA wonderful nature reserve and so important to the local wildlife. A beautiful place to visit.
3 miles
A beautiful market town in Teesdale, home of the outstanding Bowes Museum.
13 miles
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Barnard Castle
Flatts RoadA beautiful market town in Teesdale, home of the outstanding Bowes Museum.
13 miles
Located in an area of outstanding beauty you will discover one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.
21.6 miles
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Amathunjwa ka-High Force
Alston RoadLocated in an area of outstanding beauty you will discover one of the most spectacular waterfalls in England.
21.6 miles
A beautiful walk direct from the lodge, or if you prefer you can take your car and park.
2 miles
Escomb Lake
Escomb RoadA beautiful walk direct from the lodge, or if you prefer you can take your car and park.
2 miles
A wonderful place to visit and you can see one of the hosts work as he built a number of the buildings at Beamish including the Bank, Sweet Shop and Fish and Chip shop !
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Beamish, i-Living Museum yaseNtshonalanga
A wonderful place to visit and you can see one of the hosts work as he built a number of the buildings at Beamish including the Bank, Sweet Shop and Fish and Chip shop !
Nostalgic train rides, photo trains, Santa Special
Bishop Auckland Train Station is 3 miles away.
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The Weardale Railway Trust
Off Station StNostalgic train rides, photo trains, Santa Special
Bishop Auckland Train Station is 3 miles away.
Auckland Palace
Home to The Prince Bishops for a thousand years.
Beautiful gardens and deer park.
One of only 3 complete Saxon Churches.
Originally built in 650-700 with the south porch being added in the 14th century.
Probably the oldest Saxon sundial in the country is housed here!
2 miles
Escomb Saxon Church
One of only 3 complete Saxon Churches.
Originally built in 650-700 with the south porch being added in the 14th century.
Probably the oldest Saxon sundial in the country is housed here!
2 miles
Kids Activities
Award-winning farm attraction offering family fun. Set in attractive countryside with opportunity to see and touch animals at close quarters. Farm trailer ride, barrel train, gift shop.
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Hall Hill Farm
Award-winning farm attraction offering family fun. Set in attractive countryside with opportunity to see and touch animals at close quarters. Farm trailer ride, barrel train, gift shop.
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where children and adults can drive, ride and operate earth-moving machinery in a safe and family friendly environment.
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Diggerland Durham
Diggerland is the UK’s most unique construction-themed adventure park where children and adults can drive, ride and operate earth-moving machinery in a safe and family friendly environment.
Visit the Roman Bath houses and see re- enactments, children can even join in the battle against local tribes!
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Binchester Roman Fort
Visit the Roman Bath houses and see re- enactments, children can even join in the battle against local tribes!
Inter-active experiences bringing the past 200 years of rail to life.
Adventure playground for kids.
Picnic area
Cafe
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Locomotion
Inter-active experiences bringing the past 200 years of rail to life.
Adventure playground for kids.
Picnic area
Cafe
For Kids under 12
Dedicated area for under 5's
Climbing walls, adventure mainframe, bungee trampolines, ten pin bowling, multi sport courts
Ruff 'n' Tumble Adventure World
2000 Millennium WayFor Kids under 12
Dedicated area for under 5's
Climbing walls, adventure mainframe, bungee trampolines, ten pin bowling, multi sport courts
Open Air Swimming Pool heated to 30 degrees celsius! with a springboard in the deep end and a smaller pool for little ones.
Lane swimming every day and you can pre-book kayaks.
Changing rooms, hot showers, picnic tables and shop.
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Stanhope Pool
Waterside CourtOpen Air Swimming Pool heated to 30 degrees celsius! with a springboard in the deep end and a smaller pool for little ones.
Lane swimming every day and you can pre-book kayaks.
Changing rooms, hot showers, picnic tables and shop.
Food scene
The Copper Mine
26 Job's Hill BankAward winning pub only 15 minutes drive from the lodge. (8 minute drive)
Raby Hunt Inn station
A 2 Michelin star restaurant. (20 minute drive)
Beautiful restaurant in Sedgefield with a very friendly welcome. (22 minute drive)
The Herd & Herb Restaurant
1 N EndBeautiful restaurant in Sedgefield with a very friendly welcome. (22 minute drive)
The Fir Tree Country Hotel
Friendly welcome with hearty pub food.
The Quarry Tea House
1 Helmington SquareNice cafe with a quirky interior including pink teacups and a carousel horse :)
Activities
Valhalla North Ltd
11 Cumbie WayFamily fun with a difference (4 +), Axe Throwing !
Infinite Air Trampoline Park
Bounce, Bounce, Bounce your day away! Great for wet days.
Wildlife watching, Star Gazing, Mountain Biking and the Gruffalo Trail..what is there not to love about Hamsterley Forest.. oh and its only 12 minutes drive away.
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Isihlahla sase-Hamsterley
Redford LaneWildlife watching, Star Gazing, Mountain Biking and the Gruffalo Trail..what is there not to love about Hamsterley Forest.. oh and its only 12 minutes drive away.
Plotters Forest- a fantastic children's play area.
Climbing decks, stargazing platforms, tunnels
Outdoor adventure with magical activities!
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Raby Castle
Plotters Forest- a fantastic children's play area.
Climbing decks, stargazing platforms, tunnels
Outdoor adventure with magical activities!
Museum and art galleries
Interactive games and activities
Fun days
Art and Craft workshops
Play area
Woodland walks
Nature Trail
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I-Bowes Museum
NewgateMuseum and art galleries
Interactive games and activities
Fun days
Art and Craft workshops
Play area
Woodland walks
Nature Trail
Art
The Spanish Gallery
Some of the best Spanish art can be seen here.
The Gemini Collection
More than 420 works and atmospheric videos depicting the life of Miners in the region
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Mining Art Gallery
Market PlaceThe Gemini Collection
More than 420 works and atmospheric videos depicting the life of Miners in the region