Historic Hotels in County Durham
The most popular destination for visitors to County Durham is the county town of Durham, with its medieval castle and cathedral. There is much more to see outside of Durham, with heritage highlights including Raby Castle and the ancient Saxon church at Escomb. Here is a browseable listing of our heritage-rated, historic hotel locations in County Durham. Please select your desired location from the map or the menu below, or use the search form to the right. You may also wish to consult the listings for nearby hotels in Tyne and Wear which borders on County Durham to the north, or Cleveland, to the south. For alternative accommodation, see our County Durham self catering guide, and for suggestions on what to see and do in the area, visit our County Durham Travel Guide
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Egglestone Abbey
Barnard Castle,
County Durham,
England
A beautifully situated medieval abbey overlooking the River Tees, just south-east of Barnard Castle. Egglestone Abbey was established around 1195 by a group of Premonstratensian … more
Top Historic attractions in County Durham
Escomb Saxon Church (Church)
Raby Castle (Castle)
Durham Castle (Castle)
Crook Hall (Historic Property)