The Strathmore Arms is well known to locals and to many travellers, though its semi remote location and being on a no through road means that you have to be going there for a reason. The Strathmore Arms is named after the family who own much of the land South of the river Tees in the Upper Teesdale area and whose family home still sits at the end of the road that passes the pub. The pub serves real ales (often local) and simple snacks are usually available at the bar. Evening meals are only available if booked with accomodation. Bed and breakfast accomodation is available in double, twin or family rooms, offering an ideal base for those wishing to explore the beautiful upper Teesdale. Most popular with walkers, cyclists, fishermen and people interested in the unique flora and fauna of the area, this traditional pub also features a pool table and beer garden. A camping field behind the pub offers a few small pitches available to walkers and cyclists (individuals and couples only). The area of upper Teesdale is famous for its walking and this side of the river Tees is no exception. There are walks leading to Low Force and High Force, Englands largest single water fall. There is also a route that will take you all the way to Caldron Snout and Cow Green reservoir. So take a break and drop in its worth the trip. Rates: £30 per person per night. £60 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. Off street parking.

Alum Waters Guest House aims to give its guests an exceptional standard of personal service, in a truly different and memorable location. The Guest House is located at Unthank Farmhouse in the hamlet of Alum Waters. The building is a large random-stone farmhouse whose origins date from the 14th Century and is situated more than 100 metres from its nearest neighbour. The historic city of Durham is only a short drive away. Bedroom 1 Ground flo:or bedroom. Approximately 5 metres square, centrally heated, with a double and single bed, both extremely comfortable and fine antique furniture. The Bedroom entrance door is adjacent to the main exterior door and is 72 cm wide. There are 2 windows - one facing north (entrance) and one facing south (garden). Furnishing includes one large mirror doored wardrobe, one dressing table, one chest of drawers (all matching), one drop-leaf table with TV (remote control), high backed armchair, a comfortable carver type dining chair, two bedside tables with lamps and a small cupboard with tea/coffee making facilities. The bathroom is 2 metres square, tiled floor with a superb 85cm x 85cm "Showerlux" cubicle (quarter circle in shape) and Mira shower - step up is 24cm, central heating radiator and window allowing excellent ventilation. Bedroom 2: First floor bedroom at the top of a short flight of stairs. The size and facilities offered by this bedroom are very similar to the ground floor bedroom. The main differences is that it has original oak beams and the windows offer panoramic views over open countryside. The bathroom shower cubicle is slightly smaller (76cm x 76cm) and there is no drop-leaf table available. Breakfast is served in the Dining Room which was formerly the kitchen of the farmhouse. It has an original Victorian Kitchen fireplace complete with oven and hot water pot. Ingredients are in the main produced locally. Fresh fruits (strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, redcurrants, blackcurrants and gooseberries) when seasonally available come from our organic garden. Surplus produce is frozen or used to make our homemade preserves. Bacon and sausages are specially prepared by a local master butcher. Directions from the South A1(M) to Junction 61. Take 2nd exit on roundabout onto A177. Continue thru BOWBURN and SHINCLIFFE to the outskirts of Durham City. Take 1st exit at roundabout and straight on at traffic lights (NEW INN on right). Take 1st exit at next roundabout and continue to A167 traffic lights. Straight on and downhill to junction with A690. Turn left. Continue on A690 to LANGLEY MOOR and turn right immediately before the LORD BOYNE Hotel, 50 metres after passing under railway bridge. Continue for exactly 1.5 miles to the hamlet of ALUM WATERS, the guesthouse is the second farmhouse on the LEFT 100 metres past the houses on the right of road. Indicate that you are turning LEFT when you reach the last terraced house on the right. If you overshoot the entrance continue for another 100 metres and turn around just after the 30mph speed restriction sign, and come back. Direction from the North Exit A1(M) at Junction 62. Take A690 (3rd exit at roundabout) signposted CROOK. Continue on A690 through Durham City to LANGLEY MOOR and turn right immediately before the LORD BOYNE Hotel which is 50 metres after passing under railway bridge. Continue for exactly 1.5 miles to the hamlet of ALUM WATERS, the guesthouse is the second farmhouse on the LEFT 100 metres past the houses on the right of road. Indicate that you are turning LEFT when you reach the last terraced house on the right. If you overshoot the entrance continue for another 100 metres and turn around just after the 30mph speed restriction sign, and come back. TO AVOID DURHAM CITY exit A1(M) at Junction 63 (signposted RIVERSIDE). Take 3rd exit onto A167. Continue on A167 to outskirts of Durham City to traffic lights at NEVILLE'S CROSS. Turn right onto the A690, signposted CROOK, and continue to LANGLEY MOOR. Turn right immediately before the LORD BOYNE Hotel, 50 metres after passing under railway bridge. Continue for exactly 1.5 miles to the hamlet of ALUM WATERS, the guesthouse is the second farmhouse on the LEFT 100 metres past the houses on the right of road. Indicate that you are turning LEFT when you reach the last terraced house on the right. If you overshoot the entrance continue for another 100 metres and turn around just after the 30mph speed restriction sign, and come back. Rates: From £27.50 per person per night. Children are welcome. No smoking. Sorry, no pets. Off street parking. Wi-Fi/internet access. 4 Star Visit Britain.

Castle View Guest House is situated in the cathedral city of Durham, just a short stroll away from the city’s amenities. This 250-year-old guesthouse is surrounded by picturesque riverside walks, and spectacular views of the cathedral and castle. The guesthouse is an excellent base for exploring the city’s attractions which are all within walking distance including the stone cobbled streets which are filled with restaurants, pubs and cafes, leading to the magnificent cathedral. Within a 15-minute walk are the beautiful botanical gardens and the Gala Theatre. We have a great range of facilities including: All rooms have en-suite facilites TV in all rooms (Flatscreen) Tea and coffee making facilities Telephone available Ironing facilities Hair Dryer in all rooms City centre location Children welcome over 5 years old Special diets catered for A non-smoking establishment Credit cards accepted Free Wifi in all rooms Free Wifi access at house computer station We are the closest guest house to the city centre. The house is situated in a cul-de-sac for which we issue complementary parking permits which are effective from 5pm on the day you arrive until 10am the following day. outside these hours pay and display parking is availble. Rates: £60 single occupancy. £80 to £90 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children over 2 are welcome. No smoking. Sorry, no pets. Wi-Fi/internet access. 4 Star Visit Britain.

The Punch Bowl Inn is situated in the quiet village of Edmundbyers, approximately 2.5 miles from the A68 and adjacent to the Derwent Reservoir in the lovely Derwent valley on the Durham/Northumberland Border. Within easy reach of Newcastle Airport and the historic city of Durham (20 miles) we are ideally placed for a quiet break or a simple stop-over en route to or from Scotland or the Lakes. Hadrian’s Wall, award winning Beamish Open Air Museum and World Heritage Site Durham Cathedral are just some of the area’s attractions. Close to the Coast to Coast walking/cycling route (with secure parking for bicycles) we have six en-suite bedrooms and provide a traditional breakfast to get you on your way, with a good packed lunch if you wish! Just a short distance from the Derwent Sailing Club and some first class Grouse and Pheasant shooting in the immediate area. Fishing can be arranged on the reservoir or on local fishing club waters which provide good sport for both brown and rainbow trout and good spots for grayling, early requests please to avoid disappointment. Internet access is available along with quality home-made food, including our own renowned puddings and ice creams make the Punch Bowl an ideal spot to take a breather or for a longer break. Rates: £45 to £50 per person per night. £75 to £80 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. Off street parking. Dinner available. Wi-Fi/internet access. 4 Star Visit Britain.

Come and stay in a warm and friendly family run hotel with great sea views from every room. All rooms have tea & coffee making facilities with biscuits, 8 channel television and hair dryers. The TV lounge welcomes everyone and home cooked meals are available Monday through Thursday. We are close to all major attractions including the beach, the golf course and the cricket club. We're only a 5 minute drive from the Hartlepool Marina & town centre which both have first class shopping and dining facilities. Long stay guests can use our washing service if required and pets are welcome at no extra charge. Rates: From £23 per person per night. £36 to £46 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. Off street parking. Dinner available. Wi-Fi/internet access. 3 Star Visit Britain.

The farmhouse provides comfortable accommodation in a panoramic setting. We offer two double rooms and one twin room with large en-suite bathroom, tea/coffee making facilities, Freeview TV, radio/alarm clock, CD player and breath-taking views. Breakfast in the lounge/dining room with traditional fireplace and solid oak flooring. South-facing private decked garden also available with glorious views of the Wear Valley and surrounding countryside. Rates: From £60 per room per night based on 2 people sharing. From £40 single occupancy. Children over 3 are welcome. No smoking. Sorry, no pets. Off street parking. Dinner available by arrangement. Wi-Fi/internet access.

Stuart & Diane welome you to the Hen. Located in Stanhope market square ideally situated near the C2C cycle route. This imposing stone built Inn offers a warm welcome to walkers and cyclists alike so why not relax and enjoy a drink and a snack or choose from the extensive menu served daily. There is a delightful beer garden to the rear of the pub and children are welcome. At the Hen you are assured of a comfortable night’s stay, with 4 letting rooms, two of which are en-suite, this is an ideal place to stop whilst travelling along the C2C cycle route. Rates: From £30 per person per night. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. Dinner available. Wi-Fi/internet access.

A warm welcome awaits at Ashfield House in the small County Durham village of Satley. In the heart of this picturesque farming village and right next door to the Punch Bowl pub you will find the stone built house standing within its own gardens and overlooking the village church and rolling Durham hills beyond. The Bed and Breakfast accommodation comprises of a modern clean, fresh and spacious double suite with vaulted ceilings and views of the bonnie surrounding countryside. The House itself though built in more recent years has a traditional farmhouse feel with the modern conveniences for comfortable living. The accommodation is quite separate from the main part of the house and is accessed by its own entrance and staircase, allowing the guests some privacy and freedom to come and go at leisure. The accommodation is modernly furnished with an en-suite bathroom and is extremely spacious allowing it to be easily adapted to suit families if required. Guests have the choice of eating in the room where breakfast will be served at a convenient time, or weather permitting on the patio, enabling visitors to enjoy their surroundings(various four legged friends included) and take in the views of the animals grazing over the rolling hills beyond. For guests with families there is a large lawn and trampoline which children(or adults!) are welcome to play on. We really want you to feel relaxed and at home during your stay with us. Rates: From £30 per person per night. Children are welcome. No smoking. Pets are allowed. Off street parking. Wi-Fi/internet access.