Local Area

Most people know Hadrian’s Wall, but have you ever visited it? This historic structure stretching 73 miles from coast to coast from the Irish Sea to the North Sea, is one of many archaeological legacies left from the Roman occupation 1900 years ago. This monumental wall was the most heavily fortified border in the entirety […]

There are so many exciting events for your visit to Durham this Summer, especially if Plawsworth Hall is your homebased. With the usual spots to visit, such as stately homes, churches, great walking routes and historical points of interest such as Hadrian’s Wall, there is ample to see. But what about events? There are so […]

If you’re one of the lucky people to get their hands on tickets to see Kynren, then there are no better cottages in Durham to stay than at Plawsworth Hall. Ranked a 5* performance, Kynren is a spellbinding tale of Arthur who takes you on his epic journey through time. Just like our cottages in […]

Spring is almost here and we can’t wait. So, we’ve decided to compile a list of a few top things you can do in Durham while staying at Plawsworth Hall in the spring. Go on holiday You guessed it, staying at Plawsworth Hall is a fantastic place to stay while on holiday during the springtime. […]

Whether you’re with the kids, with family and friends or just by yourself there’s plenty of fun to be had in Durham. We’ve compiled a list of the best attractions in Durham to enjoy while staying at Plawsworth Hall. You’ll be conveniently located near the following list of fun attractions with just one being outside […]

While staying at Plawsworth Hall in Durham there is so Much to do that it can be daunting to decide on an activity. Thankfully, since there truly is so much to do and see in Durham, making a list for you was not difficult at all. The tough part was keeping the list at 10! […]