South Causey Inn
Stanley
close to Beamish Museum, a unique place offering luxurious rooms and suites, a country feel pub, cocktail bar, restaurant and an antique barn
The Bell
Horden
stay in stylish rooms with contemporary décor at this smart bar and lounge ideally located for exploring the Durham coast and countryside
The Old Mill
Metal Bridge
located with easy access to the A1(M), a traditional inn with a welcoming atmosphere and a warm and intimate bar with cosy alcoves
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 Seaton Lane Inn
Seaham
a popular inn with visitors and locals, situated 5 minutes drive from the coast, with modern, stylish rooms situated in an adjoining building
The Kings Lodge Inn
Durham
boasts an excellent location surrounded by woodland yet within a 10 minute walk of the city centre; rooms are modern and well-appointed
The Saxon Inn
Escomb
overlooking the Saxon church of a quiet village, this 18th century inn prides itself on its hospitality, great food and stylish modern rooms
Ancient Unicorn
Bowes
400 year old, former coaching inn, located in a quiet village just off the A66 near Barnard Castle, rooms are in converted stables or the main inn
The Devonport
Middleton-on-Row
set in a picturesque village overlooking the green and the River Tees, an updated 18th century inn with luxurious rooms and bar with open fire
The Three Horseshoes
Barnard Castle
17th century inn, on historic Galgate, now providing high-quality rooms with modern décor, a relaxed restaurant and bar and beer garden
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
Dalesman Hotel
Darlington
budget friendly accommodation is provided at this ideally located pub with both the town centre and railway station a short walk away
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 Cricketers Arms
Barnard Castle
on the historic high street of this pretty market town and offers homely rooms and a popular bar hosting regular entertainment and live music
Oak Tree Inn
Tantobie
a well priced inn, the focal point of the local community, offering simple accommodation above the pub and close to Beamish Open Air Museum
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
The Manor House Inn
Carterway Heads
the country pub prides itself on its seasonal dishes sourced from local produce with fine views of the countryside and log fires in public rooms
Three Horseshoes Inn
Running Waters
set amidst open countryside on the A181 4 miles from Durham's historic centre; stay in well-appointed rooms and dine from a traditional menu
High Force Hotel
Forest-in-Teesdale
an historic coaching inn set amidst the spectacular scenery of Upper Teesdale next to England's biggest waterfall; an ideal country escape
The Anchor Inn
Whittonstall
in a small hamlet on the border between Northumberland and Durham, a period inn, with comfortable rooms, that is well placed for touring
The Royal Oak
Cornsay Colliery
the family run, traditional inn offers well priced, simple accommodation and is located in a small village a short drive from historic Durham
The Avenue Inn
High Shincliffe
commended for its friendly ambience by previous guests, this traditional pub offers comfortable rooms and serves a menu of pub classics
Gilesgate Moor Hotel
Durham
offers simple style rooms, but comfortable and good-value, above a popular bar and is situated between the city centre and A1(M)
The Black Horse Inn
Spennymoor
in a market town just 5 miles from Durham, a traditional inn with smart modern rooms and bathrooms, decorated and equipped to a high standard
Old Coach House at The Golden Lion
St John's Chapel
enjoy the spectacular scenery around this traditional Weardale pub, offering a choice of accommodation and a relaxing and friendly bar
The Derwent Arms
Edmundbyers
the traditional inn offering a welcoming atmosphere, is situated close to the A68 and Derwent Water and is ideally located for outdoor pursuits
Forresters Hotel
Middleton-in-Teesdale
enjoy home-made and locally sourced food, served in a delightful inn with a friendly atmosphere, located in a beautiful Pennine market town
North Point Hotel
Tow Law
a traditional, family-run inn with modern twists, providing comfortable accommodation and food on the edge of the North Pennines AONB