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County Durham Travel Guide - Historic Buildings

See also: Historic Houses (stately homes) in County Durham.

 Wynch Bridge
We had the pleasure of visiting here, and our information is based on our personal experiences  

Wynch Bridge Wynch Bridge is a chain suspension bridge across the river Tees. The first bridge was built in 1741, which may make it the first chain bridge in England. It was built by public subscription to allow lead miners from Holwick to reach the Middleton mines.
Middleton-in-Teesdale, Teesdale, County Durham, England

Attraction Type: Historic Property
Heritage Rating: Heritage Rating  ?
Location: Access as for Low Force waterfall, from a footpath opposite Bowlees Nature Reserve visitor centre lane. There is limited parking in laybys on the B6277 road.
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Accommodation
County Durham

Stable Court

Eggleston
Self catering cottage

This Grade II listed, three bedroom property close to Barnard Castle offers spacious and comfortable accommodation, capable of sleeping up to eight people. more >>
Sleeps 8

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County Durham

The Dales

Stanhope
Self catering cottage

This charming 19th Century stone terrace cottage is ideally situated only a few minutes walk from The Dales village of Stanhope, nestling in the heart … more >>
Sleeps 6

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Rushyford (Hotel)

Swallow Eden Arms Hotel

Originally a 17th century coaching inn, this hotel has retained both its character and charm. It boasts a superb leisure club with heated indoor swimming pool, fitness room, spa bath, sauna and plunge pool and beauty room. The hotel offers Binchesters, the newly refurbished Restaurant serving delicious food and fine … more >>

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Darlington (Hotel)

Blackwell Grange Hotel

Blackwell Grange is steeped in history and character. Unwind in this elegant 17th century mansion set in 15 acres of wooded parkland and surrounded by an 18 hole golf course. This non-smoking hotel's superb leisure and gym facilities are a great place to workout or relax and include an indoor … more >>

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