The Area

Durham Cathedral & Castle
The iconic Cathedral and castle World Heritage Site was one of the first ever to be designated and is one of the finest surviving examples of Romanesque architecture on the planet
 
Beamish Museum
Beamish, the North of England Open Air museum, vividly recreates life in the North of England in the early 1800s and early 1900s.

The Bowes Museum
One of the country's most fascinating museum experiences, created over 100 years ago, contains the greatest collection of European fine and decorative arts in the North.

 
Raby Castle
One of England's most impressive medieval castles, built by the Nevills and home to Lord Barnard's family since 1626. It features fine furniture, impressive artworks and elaborate architecture.
 
High Force
The largest waterfall in England. A woodland walk leads you to the spectacular site. Relax, unwind and marvel at this magnificent natural attraction.

Golf

There are several nine and eighteen hole golf courses nearby.

Yorkshire Dales and Richmond, Teesdale and Barnard Castle - famous for lovely antique shops and Hamsterley Forest.

Local Butcher, Organic Farm Shop, Newsagent and General stores.