Historic BuildingsCounty Durham

One of England's most impressive Mediaeval castles, built by the Nevills and home to Lord barnards family since 1626. It features fine furniture, impressive artworks and elaborate architecture. Also deer park, walled gardens, coach and carriage collection, woodland adventure playground, picnic area, tearooms and gift shop.Open:Easter:…
Distance: 1 mile away

Imposing Norman stronghold, now extensive ruins standing high above the River Tees. Inclusive audio tour.Open: 1 April ‐ 30 Sept, daily 10am ‐ 1pm and 2pm ‐ 6pm.1 to 31 Oct, daily 10am ‐ 1pm and 2pm ‐ 4pm.1 Nov ‐ 31 March open Thursday to…
Distance: 1 mile away

Dating from 1072, one of England's largest surviving Norman castles and grandest Romanesque palaces. Seat of the Price Bishops until 1832 and now part of a World Heritage Site. Housing University College, Durham Universitys Foundation College, it is a conference, banqueting and holiday centre in vacations.Open:…
Distance: 1 mile away

Ruined 12th Century Premonstratensian Abbey in a picturesque setting above the River Tees.Open: All times dueing daylight hours.…
Distance: 1 mile away

Acient ecclesiastical centre with Saxon origins. Points of special interest include early Norman font, Jacobean pews and pulpit and Mediaeval windows.Open: May ‐ Sept incl Thursday 2pm ‐ 4pm.…
Distance: 1 mile away

18 acre garden in mature woodland with exotic trees from America and the Himalayas. Prince Bishops Garden. Tropical house, cactus house, butterflies and insects, plant sales. Visitor Centre within Cafe.Open: Garden ‐ daily.Visitor Centre, daily, Mar ‐ Oct 10am ‐ 5pm, Nov ‐ Feb…
Distance: 1 mile away