The Lambton Worm
Chester-le-Street
the rooms are chic and quirky at this well placed inn, close to the A1(M), Newcastle, the Metrocentre and Beamish are all easily reached
Riding Farm
Kibblesworth
ideally placed for the Beamish Living Museum, this charming farmhouse B&B provides elegant and spacious rooms in a quiet countryside setting
Bowes Incline Hotel
Birtley
well positioned, countryside setting just off the A1(M) and close to the Angel of the North, family-run inn with smart rooms and hearty food
The Black Horse
Stanley
a high quality country inn with gorgeous rooms featuring oak furniture, handmade beds and copper roll-top baths, plus a welcoming restaurant
The Red Lion Hotel
Chester-le-Street
between Durham and Chester-le-Street, well-placed to explore Durham, the Durham Dales and Beamish, a welcoming former coaching inn
Ravensworth Arms Hotel
Lamesley
just moments from the A1, this charming pub, boasting bright, airy rooms and a wood-beamed restaurant makes an ideal stopover for Scotland
The Punch Bowl
Craghead
a traditional inn set in a hilltop village, close to Beamish Museum, with easy road access to Durham and Newcastle; rooms are well-presented
The Crossroads Inn
Sacriston
a family-run inn - just 6 miles from Durham in a pretty village - offers pleasant, well-equipped rooms and an inviting bar for an evening drink
The Lambton Arms
Chester-le-Street
in the heart of town, close to public transport links, spacious rooms above an updated, sociable bar that serves a menu of classic pub food
Lumley Castle
Chester-le-Street
enter the romantic world of an English Castle, set in beautiful parklands and overlooking the river Wear, yet within easy reach of the A1(M)
Beamish Park Hotel
Marley Hill
a well-appointed hotel surrounded by countryside, it is ideally placed for visiting Beamish Museum and Newcastle which is a 20 minute drive
Highfield Hotel
East Rainton
offers comfortable rooms with bright, contemporary decor, a convenient location next to the A690, plus a locally renowned Thai restaurant
Angel View Hotel
Low Eighton
opposite the Angel of the North, this stone-built hotel provides a traditional restaurant and elegant rooms, all within easy access of the A1
Holiday Inn
Washington
with a location just off the A1(M), this modern hotel is ideal for an en-route night stop if heading further north or as a comfy exploring base
Campanile Hotel
Washington
offers simple, few frills accommodation with a convenient location just off the A1(M) and a cafe/bistro that serves good-value dishes
Beamish Hall Hotel
Beamish
set in 24 acres of parkland, yet next door to Beamish Open Air Museum, the restored, 13th Century accommodation offers a relaxing stay