Durham Book Festival runs from Friday 9 to Sunday 11 October this year, and it’s one of the oldest literary festivals in the country. A long weekend of authors, ideas and conversation spread across venues in the centre of Durham. If you’re coming from further afield, the accommodation question tends to get decided before the […]
Discover Durham and the Local Area Around Plawsworth
Whether you’re visiting for a short break or planning an extended stay, the area around Plawsworth Hall is full of charm, history, and things to explore. From riverside walks and scenic countryside to vibrant towns and hidden gems, our local area guides help you make the most of your time in County Durham.
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Things to Do Near Chester-le-Street
Making a Longer Durham Work Stay Feel Easy
Checking into a hotel room for a week is fine. For two weeks it starts to grate. By week three, eating every meal out, living out of a suitcase, and paying for parking on top of everything else stops feeling like a work perk and starts feeling like a grind. Self-catering accommodation solves most of […]
Why Our Guests Keep Saying “I Didn’t Know I Needed This” About Plawsworth
People often book a countryside stay thinking it’ll be simple: somewhere quiet, a good base, easy parking, fresh air. Then they arrive at Plawsworth Hall and realise the best part isn’t just the setting, it’s how easy everything feels. Plawsworth Hall offers serviced cottages and apartments in the village of Plawsworth, with one and two-bedroom […]
Shhh… these country walks near Plawsworth are still off the tourist map
Escape the crowds and find Durham’s best-kept walking secrets Just a few miles from Durham’s city centre, Plawsworth offers something many North East travellers overlook – peaceful countryside walks that still feel undiscovered. If you’re craving crisp air, quiet trails and views you don’t have to share, this quiet corner is a walker’s dream. Whether […]
TV & Film Locations You Can Visit Near Durham
Step Into the Screen: Durham’s Cinematic Allure Durham is more than a cathedral city steeped in heritage, it’s also a star of the screen. From blockbuster movies to beloved television dramas, filmmakers have long chosen Durham and the North East as their backdrop. Fans of crime thrillers, period dramas, and magical adventures arrive here each […]
Hidden Gems Near Durham: Underrated Places to Explore the North of England
If you’re planning to explore County Durham beyond the usual tourist itinerary, you’ll find rural landscapes and historic sites full of surprise and serenity. From tranquil nature reserves to centuries-old chapels, the North East is rich in quiet corners perfect for a slow discovery. Plawsworth Hall Cottages, nestled just outside Chester-le-Street, offers a peaceful, rural […]
