Oakenshaw in County Durham Bed and Breakfast, Cheap Hotel and Guest House Accommodation

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Park Head Country Hotel and Restaurant is situated in the heart of County Durham and offers a warm, friendly welcome and free Wi-Fi in public areas and guestrooms. The spacious and comfortable en suite rooms are mainly set in a traditional courtyard. All feature a plasma Freeview TV and radio channels and tea and coffee making facilities. The bar offers more relaxed dining options, with a lunchtime menu and homemade classic dishes, served with an extensive selection of beers, wines, spirits and speciality teas and coffees. A carvery featuring four joints of finest, locally sourced English meat is also served on Sundays. Guests can relax and unwind in the beer garden, which also has a free children's play area. The Park Head is ideally located for exploring County Durham and offers discounted entrance to the famous Beamish Museum. The hotel has free, secure parking and is 15 minutes' drive from the centre of Durham, with Durham Cathedral and castle.

Luxurious hideaway, central riverside location in newly converted historic building. 5-star designer interior, free secure parking. Everything provided for ultimate relaxation.

Centrally located in the historic city of Durham, Durham Marriott Hotel Royal County boasts views of Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle and is situated on the banks of the River Wear. Each room at Durham Marriott Hotel features a flat-screen TV and complimentary access to the leisure centre. Some rooms offer views of the River Wear and upgraded bathroom facilities. Market Kitchen restaurant serves a buffet-style breakfast and dinner. The Brew Bar, along with the Terrace, serves an extensive selection of breakfast items, sandwiches, mains, sides and desserts along with traditional and bespoke afternoon teas, classic and contemporary cocktails, wines, spirits and soft drinks. The hotel's leisure centre boasts an indoor swimming pool, a gym, spa bath, sauna and a steam room. The hotel is 13 miles from Sunderland and less than 20 miles from the centre of Newcastle. High Force Waterfall is 36 miles away and Durham Adventure Valley can be reached in 15 minutes by car.

Just 1 mile from Durham Rail Station and city centre, the Radisson Blu Durham has fantastic views of Durham Cathedral. It offers stylish rooms, free WiFi, a restaurant, bar and modern health club. Each spacious room has a flat-screen satellite TV, laptop safe and large work space. All rooms also feature free tea and coffee and a private bathroom. The PACE Health Club has a spa bath, sauna, steam room, gym and indoor pool. Guests can also relax in one of the 5 Nu Spa treatment rooms. The Collage Restaurant offers British cuisine with a twist, and includes a range of signature dishes. The food is produced using fresh ingredients and a selection of wines are also available. The casual Lobby Bar has light meals, coffees and snacks. Located on the banks of the River Wear, this Radisson hotel is 1 mile from Durham Castle. The A1(M) motorway is 10 minutes' drive and the Pennines are 30 minutes' car journey.

Ramside Hall Hotel Golf & Spa is set within a 350-acre estate, featuring 2 Championship golf courses, with a combined 36 holes amidst mature woodlands and lakes. The spacious bedrooms, many with scenic views, feature elegant décor and modern bathrooms, work desks, satellite TVs with Sky and BT Sports and luxurious ESPA toiletries. There are many upgrades available, including use of a chauffeur-driven Bentley Mulsanne. The hotel boasts 4 restaurants including the award-winning Rib Room Steakhouse & Grill and Fusion with a pan-Asian menu. Pemberton's Carvery offers traditional British cuisine throughout the day and informal dining is also available in the Clubhouse. Hotel guests can enjoy complimentary use of the 25-metre swimming pool and state-of-the-art fitness suite from check-in until check out (children's restrictions apply). Leisure facilities should be pre-booked during busy periods and weekends. A tempting menu of ESPA treatments is available within the Spa, subject to availability. Booking is highly recommended to avoid disappointment. Just 450 yards from Junction 62 on the A1M, the hotel is just a 5-minute drive from the historic city of Durham and 25 minutes from Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Newcastle Airport is a 30-minute drive away.

This 4-star retreat is set just a 5-minute drive from the A1. It has a gym, swimming pool, spa treatments and original 17th-century features. Redworth Hall Hotel is a Jacobean manor house 8 miles from Darlington and 20 miles from Durham. The many original features including the magnificent Great Hall, an ornate staircase, lounges and attractive bedrooms. Restaurant 1744 offers a seasonal brasserie menu in a relaxed atmosphere. A full English breakfast is available in the morning.

Set in 120 acres of parkland, Hardwick Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection lies in the heart of the beautiful County Durham countryside. Stunning views may be enjoyed across the gardens and lake. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. The hotel is located just off the A1(M). Weekly entertainment is hosted at Hardwick Hall Hotel, ranging from barbecues to salsa parties. Hardwick Bar is an ideal place to relax with its colonial decor. Rooms are adorned with antique furnishings, including four-poster beds in some. Contemporary facilities benefit some of the rooms, including the latest digital TV systems in all. Guests will appreciate the spacious walk-in showers and huge baths. 24-hour room service and internet are available at Hardwick Hall Hotel, BW Premier Collection.

Situated in Hunwick, The Quarry Burn Guest House & Restaurant offers accommodation with free WiFi and a garden. The bed and breakfast offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hair dryer and shower. A fridge and kettle are also provided. Guests at The Quarry Burn can enjoy a continental breakfast. There is an in-house restaurant, which serves British cuisine and also offers dairy-free and gluten-free options. Newcastle upon Tyne is 42 km from the accommodation, while Durham is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 53 km from the property.

In scenic Croxdale, the Honest Lawyer Hotel is a pet-friendly hotel just 5 minutes' drive from Durham centre. With a restaurant and sun terrace, the hotel offers modern, motel-style rooms with free parking outside your room. Stylishly decorated with private entrances, the cosy bedrooms at Honest Lawyer Hotel each have free Wi-FI and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Rooms also feature a TV and a work desk. The traditional Bailey's Restaurant serves seasonal menus and a world wine list. The bar offers real local ales and light snacks, and al fresco dining is available on the spacious terrace. Honest Lawyer is situated on the A167 road, just a 5-minute drive from the magnificent Durham Cathedral and Castle. There is plenty of free on-site parking available.

The Kings Lodge Inn offers a cosy bar, a restaurant and easy access to Durham city centre. There is free parking on-site. The comfortable bedrooms all free WiFi and tea/coffee making facilities. The Kings Lodge Inn serves food every day from 8:00 - 21:00. The property stands next to Flass Vale Nature Reserve and is walking distance from Durham Rail Station. Durham Cathedral and the shopping area is about 15 to 20 minutes' walk away.

Set In Durham, the Hotel Indigo, featuring a terrace, is just 400 metres from Durham Cathedral and located close to many other attractions in Durham. The contemporary rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, free WiFi and a work desk. The en suite bathroom feature a bathtub, bathrobe and a hairdryer. Most rooms offer views of Durham Cathedral. The Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill serves signature steaks, English and French classics, while the cocktail bar serves a selection of tasty cocktails. The daily breakfast offers à la carte and Full English/Irish options. Guests can make use of the state of the art fitness gym with cardio and weight lifting equipment. The hotel also offers a large meeting room with modern executive furniture and state of the art audio visual equipment. Durham Univeristy is 1km from Hotel Indigo - Durham. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 30 km from the accommodation.

With modern rooms, free Wi-Fi access and free parking Days Inn Durham is just off junction 61 of the A1 (M), about 4 miles from Durham city centre. Days Inn Durham is set within the Roadchef motorway service area at Bowburn Interchange. On site is a Costa coffee shop, a restaurant and a meeting space for up to 15 people. The bedrooms at Durham Days Inn include a 20-inch TV, tea/coffee facilities and a work desk. Durham Tees Valley Airport is about 18 miles away, and can be reached in about 30 minutes' drive.

A charming English manor house close to the A1 road, with a gym, swimming pool, sauna and spa. Wi-Fi is free in public areas and food is served all day. Built on foundations which date back to the 12th Century, the hotel is reputed to have been Henry VIII's hunting lodge and home to the Eden family. It houses secret passages and even a friendly ghost or two! Set in its own landscaped grounds and equipped with multi-functional rooms and a spa, it is an ideal base for exploring County Durham's many attractions. These include Durham Cathedral and Castle, the Durham Dales, Bishop Auckland, and Barnard Castle.

Featuring a garden and a terrace, The Queens Head is set in Shincliffe. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a bar. Free WiFi is available. The units in the inn are equipped with a flat-screen TV. Newcastle upon Tyne is 30 km from The Queens Head, while Durham is 2.2 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 41 km from the accommodation.

This hotel offers free Wi-Fi, and is just off the A1 motorway next door to the Bannatyne Health Club. Guests staying at Bannatyne Hotel Durham can access the Bannatyne Health Club and Spa, for a surcharge. This modern gym also has a selection of exercise classes, swimming pools and spa facilities. Breakfasts can also be served at the health club at an extra charge. As well as being easily accessible, The Bannatyne Hotel is only 3.2 km from the sights and attractions of Durham city centre.

The Old Post Office offers a pleasant village setting just 20 minutes' drive from the historic city of Durham. This pretty Grade II-listed property offers uniquely decorated rooms and lovely gardens with a courtyard. Each of the rooms at The Old Post Office features beautiful printed fabrics and artefacts. They offer lots of light and space, a TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities, as well as a private bathroom with a shower. Breakfast includes locally sourced produce including eggs from the property's own free-range hens. You can relax in the property grounds and stroll into the village centre, where you will find restaurants and shops. Newcastle-Upon-Tyne is a 25-minute drive from the property, while the Northumberland coastline is around 50 minutes' drive away.

The Three Horseshoes is situated within 10 minutes' drive of the beautiful city of Durham. With parts of the building over 300 years old, it still retains some quirky, original features. A charming country inn, it offers homely accommodation and cosy rooms. Each comes with a TV and facilities for making tea and coffee, and has double-glazed windows with views of the surrounding countryside. The Three Horseshoes offers a well-stocked cellar and serves hearty food in its timber-framed restaurant. A full English breakfast is available each morning, and a range of drinks are served at the bar. Durham is a historic old city, home to Durham University and a Norman castle, parts of which were used in the filming of Harry Potter. Newcastle can be reached in just over 30 minutes by car.

Featuring free WiFi, a children's playground and a terrace, Thomas Wright House offers accommodation in Byers Green. Guests can enjoy the on-site restaurant. Free private parking is available on site. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. A flat-screen TV is provided. You will find a beauty salon on site offering a range of treatments. Newcastle upon Tyne is 31 km from Thomas Wright House, while Durham is 10 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 38 km from Thomas Wright House.

Less than 10 minutes' drive from the historic city of Durham, the Croxdale Inn sits in the small village of Croxdale just half an hour's drive from the wilderness of the Pennine dales. All rooms have a HD TV and tea and coffee facilities. The Croxdale has free WiFi and has a traditional wood and stone-panelled bar in the main building. Guests can dine in the inn's Penash Restaurant. Guests are close to Durham city with its famous cathedral, castle and picturesque walks along the river Wear. The bright lights of Newcastle are a 30-minute drive away whilst the same distance will take guests to the heart of the north Pennines.

Farnley Tower is sited in an elevated position, providing stunning views over Durham Castle, Cathedral and surrounding countryside. The guesthouse is a prominent Victorian mansion, renowned for its architecture and gardens, and has free WiFi and free parking on site. All our bedrooms are individually designed, some offering beautiful countryside views. Breakfast included. Less than a 10 minute walk to the Historic town centre. For something special be our guest. All comfortable rooms are individually designed. Some rooms have beautiful countryside views Farnley Tower is just a short walk from the town centre.

Dating from 1724, this traditional English country inn is located on the edge of picturesque Shincliffe village, 2.4 km from Durham and Durham University. Seven Stars Inn has a restaurant that offers freshly prepared food using the best seasonal, local produce. The traditional bar serves a good selection of Real Ales and fine wines. The Inn offers 8 en suite bedrooms. Please note that the last check-in time is 22:00.

Just off junction 61 of the A1M, The Old Mill is a traditional English Inn offering excellent food all day and en suite bedrooms. Durham is just 5 miles away. Tastefully furnished bedrooms feature bathrooms with a shower or bath. They also include free Wi-Fi, TVs, hair dryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities. Enjoy a fine meal from the The Old Mill's English and European menu in the large dining room, the mezzanine balcony or the conservatory. The bar has cosy alcoves creating a warm intimate atmosphere. Durham is easily accessible and the Cathedral and University are a short 10-minute drive. The Angel of The North and Newcastle are both within reach.

York House Durham has well-equipped accommodation featuring free WiFi in Durham, 6 km from Palace Green and 8 km from Durham Cathedral. There is a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries in each unit, along with a hair dryer. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. Durham Magistrates Court is 6 km from the bed and breakfast. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 44 km from York House Durham.

White House Cottages provides accommodation situated in Durham, 6 km from Durham Cathedral and 6 km from Palace Green. Free WiFi is featured. Units come with a kitchen with a dining area, and a private bathroom with a a hair dryer and shower. A dishwasher and kettle are also available. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings. Durham University is 5 km from the holiday home, while Bill Bryson Library is 5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 43 km from the property.

Offering barbecue facilities, Burnhopeside Hall features accommodation in Lanchester. Free WiFi is provided. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with an oven. A continental breakfast is available every morning at the property. The country house offers a terrace. Guests can also relax in the garden. Newcastle upon Tyne is 26 km from Burnhopeside Hall, while Durham is 11 km away. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 34 km from the property.

Approximately 6.5 km from Durham, this small country house hotel has easy access to the A1(M) and features 19 individually styled en suite bedrooms. This charming hotel has a beautiful, tranquil location in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland, only 2 minutes from junction 61 of the A1(M) and just 6.5 km from the beautiful and historic city of Durham. The hotel has free parking for guests' use, with space for 100 cars. The convenient location and ample free parking makes the hotel a great base for a relaxing break or an excellent venue for conferences, exhibitions and meetings or weddings, christenings and other private functions. Bowburn Hall is within easy reach of many local attractions including Sedgefield and Gosforth Park Racecourse, the Beamish Museum, Weardale and Teesdale. Evening dining is available in the Conservatory Restaurant, and room service is also available.

The Old Mill is set in the countryside 2 miles outside Consett and surrounded by woodland. This 16th-century converted mill features a riverside beer garden and rooms with original features including fireplaces. This charming property has traditional design with beamed ceilings and outside, you can see the mill's original water wheel. Looking onto the river and gardens, rooms have free WiFi, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom. The restaurant serves full English and continental breakfasts, as well as bar meals and a selection of craft ales, wines and spirits. The property is surrounded by pretty countryside, including fishing lakes. The Old Mill is set along the C2C Coast to Coast cycle route. The historic city of Durham is 20 minutes' drive from the Old Mill. Lanchester and its Roman fort are within 5 miles of the mill, while Newcastle is a 30-minute drive away.

The Brown Horse Hotel is located outside Tow Law, 25 minutes' drive from the historic city of Durham. This family-run property offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Each room at The Brown Horse Hotel has a attractive décor, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom. The hotel offers easy access to local attractions with Beamish Museum, Hadrian's Wall and Shildon Railway Village within an hour's drive. Newcastle is 22 miles away.

Just a 20-minute drive from historic Durham, The Royal Oak is a family-run hotel offering a traditional restaurant, a bar, and free Wi-Fi throughout. The hotel has wonderful views of the County Durham countryside. Each of the rooms at The Royal Oak has an iPod docking station, a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. The bathrooms feature a hairdryer, and all rooms have scenic views. Guests can enjoy classic home-cooked meals in the pub restaurant. The bar offers a range of light snacks, real local ales and fine wines, and there is also a games area with darts and a pool table. With free private parking, The Royal Oak Hotel is within a 35-minute drive of lively Newcastle and Gateshead. The Yorkshire Dales and Northumberland National Park are both within an hour's drive.