Barnard Castle Travel Guide

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Filming for the History channel in Barnard Castle, with these great surroundings like the Bowes Museum.
Filming for the History channel in Barnard Castle, with these great surroundings like the Bowes Museum.
High Force Waterfall, Forest-in-Teesdale, United Kingdom
Barnard Castle from across the River Tees

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Runa Farm

Runa Farm

3.5 out of 5
Runa Farm Barnard Castle England
The price is £89 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
£89
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Barnard Castle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Runa Farm
The Morritt Country House Hotel & The Garage Spa

The Morritt Country House Hotel & The Garage Spa

4 out of 5
Greta Bridge Barnard Castle England
The price is £70 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£70
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Barnard Castle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Morritt Country House Hotel & The Garage Spa
Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County

4 out of 5
Old Elvet Durham England
The price is £76 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
£76
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Durham. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
The hotel has a great atmosphere and all the staff we encountered were lovely. It's a great location as well.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Delta Hotels Durham Royal County
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Bothy-Detached cottage,1 mile from Barnard Castle, Pet Friendly, EV Charger

The Bothy-Detached cottage,1 mile from Barnard Castle, Pet Friendly, EV Charger

Barnard Castle England
Stay at this cottage in Barnard Castle. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Teesdale Leisure Centre and Bowes Museum are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
CV charger was very handy. Good location close to Barnard Castle.

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

The Bothy-Detached cottage,1 mile from Barnard Castle, Pet Friendly, EV Charger
Westholme

Westholme

3.5 out of 5
Barnard Castle England
Stay at this cottage in Barnard Castle. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private hot tubs. Popular attractions Eggleston Hall and Teesdale are located ...
Westholme
Durham Retreat 15 minutes walk from Durham City center.

Durham Retreat 15 minutes walk from Durham City center.

Durham England
Stay at this holiday home in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Top Gear Karting and Gala Theatre Durham are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
Great place for visiting Durham with easy access to the center. Nice clean place with everything we needed.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Durham Retreat 15 minutes walk from Durham City center.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Barnard Castle

4.4
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 61%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 24%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 16%
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Yes l did enjoy B.C.Very much and slept well at night in the hotel . staff were kind and helpful, breakfast s excellently precented .

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The stunning Bowes museum is a must visit with a fantastic collection of paintings, ceramics and silverware. Great selection of small shops and places to drink and eat. Beautiful landscape.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Very vibrant town with lots to see, we rode through on our way home to Lichfield

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The weekend we stayed 1940 themed weekend, whole community had got involved, shops, businesses, all dressed and decorated accordingly. Young and old had all participated lovely to see in this day and age real spirit of community.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The Bowes Museum is a hidden Gem

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Nice walks around the High and Low Force Waterfalls

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