Dog-friendly Durham
With fabulous market towns in the Durham Dales, gorgeous scenic views along the Durham coast and fabulous places to enjoy walkies, County Durham is ideal for a pet getaway.
- Toft Hill, EnglandSituated on the grounds of the owner’s farm where purebred Aberdeen Angus cattle are raised, The Granary is one of two cottages in a superb location. The Granary is a converted detached granary. It has underfloor heating throughout and electricity is supplied by the farm’s own wind turbine. Overlooking the hills and dales of beautiful County Durham guests will be able to see over miles of open countryside right across to Durham Cathedral and beyond. Hidden away down a quiet country lane yet conveniently within easy distance of the county’s most historic and unspoiled scenery, The Granary has something to offer guests of all ages.
The property lies only 5 miles away from Bishop Auckland, where the incredibly popular Kynren Spectacular is performed between July and September every year. Barnard Castle, the Bowes Museum, and Raby Castle can all be reached within an easy 30-minute drive as well as the historic, cathedral city of Durham which has been awarded UNESCO World Heritage Site status. Younger children and train enthusiasts will enjoy taking a trip to the National Railway Museum in Shildon which is only 15 minutes drive away or take a ride on The Train to Christmas Town which runs through nearby Weardale and leaves from Stanhope Station only 25 minutes away. Perfect for walkers and cyclists too, the property is surrounded by open countryside and fields, and guests will find many established walks, public footpaths, and cycle paths within the area leading out into smaller villages including Witton-le-Wear, Escomb, and Butterknowle. Hamsterley Forest is one of the north’s most popular destinations for cyclists too, and is only 4 miles away. This impressive 2000-hectare site covers some of the most beautiful countryside and offers various bike trails of different difficulties and plenty of walks for guests of all abilities including the very popular Gruffalo Trail for children. Beach 26½ miles. Shop, pub, and restaurant 1 mile.£71From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Chester Le Street, England
Lumley Castle Hotel in County Durham, makes for a wonderful pet-friendly holiday for four-legged families who want to explore the East of England.
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- Headlam, England
17th-century country house hotel Headlam Hall Hotel & Spa is a fabulous dog-friendly retreat located in the scenic Durham dales of northern England.
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- Stanley, England
Dog-friendly South Causey Inn in County Durham is a fabulously cosy, pet-welcoming country pub in Stanley.
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- Greta Bridge, England
The Morritt Hotel is a warm and welcoming dog-friendly destination nestled in Greta Bridge, County Durham on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.
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- Darlington, EnglandAn attractive cottage situated in the village of Walworth, Durham. Ground-floor living. Woodburning stove. Outstanding views. Darlington 5.6 miles. Spennymoor 12.7 miles. Barnard Castle 13.6 miles.£106From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Darlington, EnglandA wonderful, single-storey lodge resting in Winston near Staindrop. Hot tub. Pet-friendly. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles.£84From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Darlington, EnglandA superb single-storey lodge resting in Winston near Staindrop, Durham. Pet-friendly. Hot tub. Private parking. Barnard Castle 7.2 miles; Durham 20.2 miles.£80From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Bishop Auckland, EnglandAn outstanding property resting in the heart of the market town of Stanhope. Romantic bolthole. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Durham 19.8 miles.£61From price per night based on 7 night stay
- Darlington, EnglandA spacious, barn conversion situated in the village of Headlam near Gainford. Ideal for families. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Darlington 8.2 miles; Barnard Castle 9.6 miles.£111From price per night based on 7 night stay