The area in and around Chester Le Street offers excellent places to walk, hike, and generally enjoy being in nature. Consider one or more of our dog-friendly routes below when you’re considering your next holiday ramble in the area or want to get out and see the countryside and discover historical gems. Each one is […]
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Reasons to Book Holiday Cottages Near Durham
Durham no doubt springs to mind when you’re looking for a northern escape. This beautiful city and the surrounding areas truly do have it all – historic buildings, areas of outstanding natural beauty, great food and drink, and a host of activities to keep the children and family entertained for days and weeks even. Durham […]
Durham: The Perfect Location for Your Next Cycling Holiday
Durham has so much for your next active cycling holiday if you’re a cycling fan. It’s a great place to experience some truly spectacular UK cycleways for on and off-road cycling and even mountain biking. The routes are dotted with a myriad of historic gems to see and natural wonders to experience, getting you up […]
Where to Stay When Visiting Hadrian’s Wall?
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 […]
Things to Do in Durham This Summer
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 […]
Where to stay when visiting the Kynren Performance?
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 […]