camping west blackdene - county durham

Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 600 years.

This good-value modern hotel is just off junction 64 of the A1(M). It has free parking, Wi-Fi, en suite rooms, a bar and a restaurant.

Ramside Hall Hotel is set in a magnificent 350-acre estate, featuring 2 golf courses with a combined 72 holes, 2 restaurants and luxury bedrooms. Surrounded by countryside, the hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from Durham centre.

Featuring stunning views over Durham Cathedral and Durham Castle, this penthouse suite offers free WiFi and spacious rooms. In a prime city centre location, the Durham Cathedral View Suites is 500 metres from Palace Green.

Located in Chester-le-Street, The Lambton Worm offers en-suite bed-and-breakfast accommodation with free on-site private parking. The B&B boasts a restaurant and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk and room service.

Pig Run Barn is a holiday home located in Stanley, 2.4 km from Beamish Museum. The property features views of the city and is 2.4 km from Beamish Open Air Museum. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

With free parking and modern rooms with luxury power showers, the hotel is just off the A1(M), a short drive from Newcastle, Sunderland and Washington's business parks. The Premier Inn Washington is between Newcastle, Sunderland and Durham.

The hotel is just off junction 64 of the A1(M), less than 12 miles from Newcastle, Sunderland and Durham. It has free parking, a restaurant, a lounge bar and air-conditioned rooms.

Opposite the Angel of the North statue, The Angel View Hotel is just 10 minutes’ drive from Newcastle centre. The charming hotel features a traditional restaurant and elegant rooms with free WiFi in public areas.

Set in spectacular grounds and gardens, this traditional English country house is ideally situated just 3 miles away from the historic city centre of Durham.

Located in Washington town centre, this 3-star guest accommodation offers free private parking. Sunderland and Newcastle city centres can both be reached after a 15-minute drive. Free WiFi is available throughout the building.

Kings Lodge Hotel offers a cosy bar, good food in Finbarr's Restaurant and easy access to Durham city centre. Kings Lodge Hotel stands next to Flass Vale Nature Reserve and is walking distance from Durham Rail Station. There is free parking on-site.

Located in Durham, this holiday home is situated 200 metres from Palace Green. The unit is 500 metres from Durham Cathedral. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

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.

Home-cooked food is served in The Garden House Inn’s wooden-beamed, contemporary restaurant and a roaring open-fire features in the bar.

Offering a restaurant, Plough Inn is located in Gateshead. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV, a seating area and satellite channels.

Overlooking the West Durham Hills, The Moorings Hotel is just 5 minutes’ drive from Chester-le-Street. With a stylish bistro and cosy bar, the hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Bancroft Apartment offers accommodation in Durham, 5 km from Palace Green. The apartment is 6 km from Durham Cathedral. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.

Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, Lapwing Cottage is a holiday home, set in Stanley. The unit is 2.4 km from Beamish Museum. Free private parking is available on site. There is a dining area and a kitchen as well as a private bathroom.

Featuring free WiFi, Durham Moonlight Apartment offers accommodation in Durham. Palace Green is 200 metres from the property. Free private parking is available on site. All units have a flat-screen TV and CD player.