Plawsworth Hall is situated near a once small farming hamlet, now a village known as Bowburn and can be located in County Durham, in the U.K. Bowburn, a village named after the shape of a small stream that flows through it, has a history closely tied to coal mining, much like other villages in the […]
Self Catering Apartments near Durham University
Durham is home to incredible activities, well known attractions and institutes, one being the prestigious Durham University which has been at the forefront of European scholarships for a number of years. The scholarly monastic community gave Durham an fantastic reputation for education long before the University was founded in 1832, their global academic excellence and […]
Holiday Accommodation near Beamish Museum: Plawsworth Hall
Looking for a place to take a trip to the past, full of history and charm, with enough to entertain the entire family? When you’re in County Durham the one place that offers all this and more has to be the Beamish Museum, located in Stanley. Conveniently located close to Durham and Chester Le Street, […]
Stanley County Durham: What to Do and Where to Stay
Stanley is a friendly and welcoming place with a great local community and camaraderie. Like many towns and villages in County Durham coal mining was once central to life here – remnants of this way of life can be found throughout the area. Easily commutable from Newcastle or Durham and even visiting from London is […]
Self-Catering Accommodation in Chester Le Street This Spring
Most people who seek to book self-catered accommodation often want that bit more control over managing their holiday time. Perhaps it’s important to them not to be chained to hotel meal times, or maybe it’s a privacy issue. Perhaps it’s an easier option with kids in tow, and it makes sense to have outdoor areas […]
Restaurants in Chester Le Street for Valentine’s Day
Spending Valentine’s day at Plawsworth Hall and around Chester Le Street is an excellent option for this special day. This area is a fabulous place to stay as it’s accessible from London in a few hours, where you can enjoy northern landscapes, hospitality, and great food. You’ll undoubtedly be after a flavourful dinner and drinks […]
