The Grade II-listed hotel is set in a 73-acre deer park
The on-site restaurant serves classic British dishes
Close to Durham Cathedral & Castle
Overview
The Grade II-listed BEST WESTERN Whitworth Hall Hotel is set in a 73-acre deer park, and a herd of deer often grazes in the paddock in front of the building. There's also a lake and manicured gardens. The building sits on the site of the former home of local legend Robert Shafto, an 18th-century MP about whom the folk song "Bobby Shafto's Gone to Sea" is said to have been written.
The hotel is a great base from which to explore the local area. Auckland Castle, also known as Auckland Palace, is a 10-minute drive away, and dates back to the 12th-century. Durham Cathedral and Castle are less than a 20-minute drive away and Bowes museum, with a nationally renowned art collection, is less than 40 minutes away. The heart of the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with heather moors, meadows and woods is less than an hour away.
The Library Restaurant is set in the oldest part of the house and serves classic British dishes. There's also a Lounge Bar. For keen anglers, fishing is available onsite and the 18-hole Brancepeth Golf Club is two miles away.
Children and additional guests:
There is no extra bed available.
Pets:
No pets allowed.
Cancellation:
Cancellation policy & booking conditions vary by 'rate plan'. These will be displayed on the payment page after you have searched for your dates and selected a rate.
Additional details:
Pets allowed Check-in time starts at 2pm Check-out time is 10.30am
National Rating This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.
Know Before You Go
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Fees
The following fees and deposits are charged by the property at time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for full breakfast: GBP 15.95 per person (approximately)
Pet fee: GBP 25.00 per pet, per stay
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