Title: Coundon Travel Guide: Best of Coundon, Bishop Auckland Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Coundon](https://expedia.co.uk/Coundon-Hotels.d3000444375.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Coundon](https://expedia.co.uk/Coundon-Holiday-Rentals.d3000444375.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Coundon](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Coundon.d3000444375.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Coundon Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Coundon.d3000444375.Car-Hire-Guide)[Coundon Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Coundon.d3000444375.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Coundon Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Photo "Coundon" by Bill Henderson (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/84368ceb25c5cb225f7651bc5063f556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/84368ceb25c5cb225f7651bc5063f556.jpg)[Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/84368ceb25c5cb225f7651bc5063f556.jpg) by [Bill Henderson](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/7164) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ![Photo "Coundon" by Hugh Mortimer (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/0ec8025f2e1178232a1c84ad3ee148db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/0ec8025f2e1178232a1c84ad3ee148db.jpg)[Photo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/0ec8025f2e1178232a1c84ad3ee148db.jpg) by [Hugh Mortimer](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/5255) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ## Visit Coundon Things to do - Top hotels in Coundon - Top Holiday Rentals in Coundon ![Holiday Inn Washington by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8800/8797/7b9ec106_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Washington by IHG Emerson Tyne and Wear, Washington, England £61 21 Sept - 22 Sept includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ... 8/10 Very Good! (943 reviews) Wonderful Washington Week! "As part of our honeymoon road trip my good lady wife wanted to see Beamish so the holiday inn was a good choice location wise. From the start the hotel, staff and managers were top notch even going out of their way to manage my accessibility and food allergy issues. Absolutely will be back again ..." Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F09%2F2025&endDate=22%2F09%2F2025&selected=8797&PinnedHotelID=8797&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000444375) ![Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/450500/450423/3bf1b516_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Carrville, Durham, England £119 2 Oct - 3 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Lovely staff and comfortable room "The staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Our room was lovely but bathroom could do with some tlc. We had dinner at fusion which was lovely and the services was good. The breakfast was very average as the hot food was cold. They could do more bread, fruit and yogurt choices." Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F10%2F2025&endDate=03%2F10%2F2025&selected=450423&PinnedHotelID=450423&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000444375) ![Lumley Castle Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/175600/175571/c6f4bcad_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Lumley Castle Hotel Ropery Lane, Chester-le-Street, England £60 1 Oct - 2 Oct includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star historic hotel in Chester-le-Street. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews) Amazing stay! "I can not recommend this place highly enough. Sheer luxury. The bed was so comfortable, we literally just sank into it. The bath was also amazing, much bigger than it appears in the photos. The staff were friendly and helpful. We were allowed to explore the castle as and when we liked. It is definitely ..." Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F10%2F2025&endDate=02%2F10%2F2025&selected=175571&PinnedHotelID=175571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000444375) [See all 1,948 properties in Coundon](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=17%2F09%2F2025&endDate=18%2F09%2F2025®ionId=3000444375) 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. ![Station Suites ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114570000/114566800/114566758/159217bb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Station Suites 5 Linthorpe Rd, Middlesbrough, England Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Middlesbrough. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Middlesbrough Institute of Modern ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews) "My stay was beautiful,clean environment" Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Middlesbrough-Hotels-Station-Suites.h114566758.Hotel-Information) ![Eslington Villa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2270000/2268200/2268140/a23c8bf9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eslington Villa 8 Station Road, Low Fell, Gateshead, England Stay at this 3-star apartment in Gateshead. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' Park ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (256 reviews) "Fantastic property and great price." Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-Eslington-Villa.h2268140.Hotel-Information) ![The Old Colliery Stables](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72960000/72958000/72957908/2ffcd697_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Old Colliery Stables 1 commercial street, Cornsay colliery, Durham, England Stay at this chalet in Durham. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping and a garden. Popular attractions Diggerland and Hall Hill Farm are located nearby. 8.8/10 Excellent! (31 reviews) "The property was ok you get what it says on the Tin Stay was fine people were friendly and someone go to sleep with parking. Lovely location to go for walks had a good stay." 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Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamsterley-Forest-Bishop-Auckland.d553248621532494370.Attraction) ![Auckland Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/a03b3f91dec866c2c43fd996ad5bd249.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Auckland Castle After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Castle-Bishop-Auckland.d6088251.Attraction) #### North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 4.5/5(6 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Pennines-Area-Of-Outstanding-Natural-Beauty-Bishop-Auckland.d553248621555971619.Attraction) #### Witton Castle Explore the great outdoors at Witton Castle, a lovely green space in Witton-le-Wear. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Witton-Castle-Bishop-Auckland.d553248621555971621.Attraction) #### Binchester Roman Fort Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland with a stop at Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Binchester-Roman-Fort-Bishop-Auckland.d6088253.Attraction) #### Weardale Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Lanehead. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Weardale-Museum-Bishop-Auckland.d553248621533025519.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Dark Durham Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47327981/db2471b9-8b4d-4c99-8318-b4ad97269306.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dark Durham Tour £16 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/dark-durham-tour.a47327981.activity-details) ![Durham Private Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3146279/17738fe9-6cf8-4b70-9730-64a39daf0423.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham Private Walking Tour £195 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-private-walking-tour.a3146279.activity-details) ![Durham History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48071729/dd8285fe-adef-4635-bb96-2a99ec770042.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham History Tour £18 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-history-tour.a48071729.activity-details) ![Walkabout Durham History Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46329295/d9d205d7-9075-4d97-bbf9-d24b3c27382a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Walkabout Durham History Tour £16 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/walkabout-durham-history-tour.a46329295.activity-details) ![Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47015928/727b6053-ed84-47c0-9dfd-1a96c542dd6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting £30 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/pub-and-history-tour-of-durham-with-alcohol-tasting.a47015928.activity-details) ![Durham Full City Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47405255/f6dd1cfa-38f3-4467-a382-37f4fa353bd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Durham Full City Tour £23 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/durham-full-city-tour.a47405255.activity-details) [See all activities in Coundon](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Coundon.d3000444375.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Coundon ![Photo "Spennymoor" by Graham Scarborough (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/307e5e1e94d407bdc0901d0133280d91.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)[Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Graham Scarborough](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/15311) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Spennymoor [](https://expedia.co.uk/Spennymoor.dx602001) ![Photo by Michael Maddison-Evans](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/c2f9a328a7742f0ded87543202da9978.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bishop Auckland [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland.dx602738) ![Photo by Ian Hall](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/486d4e5034b10a03d4a43f4e3f35bb74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ferryhill [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferryhill.dx6034503) ![Photo by Ray Breeze](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/53e984f177ac280718b038adb5a8d407.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Shildon [](https://expedia.co.uk/Shildon.dx6193237) - Cities near Coundon - Places of interest [Spennymoor](https://expedia.co.uk/Spennymoor.dx602001)[Bishop Auckland](https://expedia.co.uk/Bishop-Auckland.dx602738)[Ferryhill](https://expedia.co.uk/Ferryhill.dx6034503)[Shildon](https://expedia.co.uk/Shildon.dx6193237) - [Yorkshire Dales National Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Yorkshire-Dales-National-Park-England.d6046377.Attraction) - [Beamish Open Air Museum](https://expedia.co.uk/Beamish-Open-Air-Museum-Stanley.d6079441.Attraction) - [Durham University](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham-University-Durham.d6088243.Attraction) - [Barnard Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Barnard-Castle-Barnard-Castle.d6088257.Attraction) - [Durham Cathedral](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham-Cathedral-Durham.d6088239.Attraction) - [Durham Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Durham-Castle-Durham.d6088241.Attraction) - [Teesside University](https://expedia.co.uk/Teesside-University-Middlesbrough.d553248634855454651.Attraction) - [Lumley Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Lumley-Castle-Chester-le-Street.d553248621558032670.Attraction) - [Angel of the North](https://expedia.co.uk/Angel-Of-The-North-Lamesley.d6079435.Attraction) - [Seaton Carew Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Seaton-Carew-Beach-Hartlepool.d6341613.Attraction) - [North Pennines](https://expedia.co.uk/North-Pennines-England.d3000655548.Attraction) - [Diggerland](https://expedia.co.uk/Diggerland-Durham.d553248621532494209.Attraction) - [Raby Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Raby-Castle-Darlington.d6088263.Attraction) - [Riverside Stadium](https://expedia.co.uk/Riverside-Stadium-Middlesbrough.d6088237.Attraction) - [Richmond Market Place](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Market-Place-Richmond.d6088189.Attraction) - [Rockliffe Hotel Spa](https://expedia.co.uk/Rockliffe-Hotel-Spa-Darlington.d553248621532494192.Attraction) - [The Darlington Arena](https://expedia.co.uk/The-Darlington-Arena-Darlington.d6088273.Attraction) - [University Hospital of North Tees](https://expedia.co.uk/University-Hospital-Of-North-Tees-Stockton-on-Tees.d553248634001088685.Attraction) - [Sedgefield Racecourse](https://expedia.co.uk/Sedgefield-Racecourse-Stockton-on-Tees.d553248621563158476.Attraction) - [Hamsterley Forest](https://expedia.co.uk/Hamsterley-Forest-Bishop-Auckland.d553248621532494370.Attraction) - [Wynyard Woodland Park](https://expedia.co.uk/Wynyard-Woodland-Park-Stockton-on-Tees.d553248621563158475.Attraction) - [Auckland Castle](https://expedia.co.uk/Auckland-Castle-Bishop-Auckland.d6088251.Attraction) - [Teesside Autodrome](https://expedia.co.uk/Teesside-Autodrome-Middlesbrough.d553248621532494362.Attraction) - [Middlesbrough Transporter Bridge](https://expedia.co.uk/Middlesbrough-Transporter-Bridge-Middlesbrough.d553248621532494354.Attraction) - [Richmond Falls](https://expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Falls-Richmond.d712220854712553472.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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