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Museums in County Durham


Bowes Museum
Bowes Museum

The Bowes is an extraordinary museum of fine and decorative arts, housed in a magnificent French-style chateau in the attractive market town of Barnard Castle. Built by John and Josephine Bowes, who wanted to create an accessible museum to bring the world of fine art to Teesdale.
Newgate, Barnard Castle, County Durham, England, DL12 8NP

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Heritage Highlight: The Silver Swan, an automaton made in 1773
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Middleton-in-Teesdale (Self catering)
The Coach House, Middleton-in-Teesdale

The Coach House

This semi-detached former coaching house is five miles from Middleton-in-Teesdale and sleeps six people in three bedrooms.
Sleeps 7

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Hunwick (Self catering)
October Cottage, Hunwick

October Cottage

This lovely end-terrace cottage in Hunwick near Durham sleeps two people.
Sleeps 2

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Darlington (Historic Hotel)
The Blackwell Grange Hotel

The Blackwell Grange Hotel

Unwind in the elegance of this beautiful 17th century mansion set in 15 acres of its own wooded parklands. Walking distance from the centre of Darlington and yet only a short drive from breathtaking Yorkshire Dales scenery, this hotel is fabulous for both business and leisure.Minutes from the A1, and … more >>

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Walworth (Historic Hotel)
Walworth Castle Hotel

Walworth Castle Hotel

Ever dreamed of being a King of a Castle? Well now you can at 12th century Walworth Castle Hotel! Try our Fit for a King Suites featuring Castle Towers and Jacuzzi baths, and enjoy award winning cuisine in Hansards restaurant. Sample the local cask Ale. Try our famous Carvery served … more >>

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