Walworth Castle Hotel, Darlington (Durham)

Spectacular 12th Century Castle located in the Tees Valley, set in 18 acres of grounds.

Summary 13th century buildings (or older) Breakfast included Free car parking (on site) No smoking Children welcome Facilities Free broadband access Shared gardens Spa Children's cots Children's games Children's highchairs Woodland walks Television Luggage storage

Food and Drinks Restaurant Continental breakfast (included) English breakfast (included) Lunch available (at additional cost) Dinner available (at additional cost) Bar Picnic area Nearby recreations Recommended walks Beach (a short drive) Pub (a short drive) Museums (a short drive) Historic houses Gardens Golf course (a short drive) Recommended restaurants (a short drive)

Introduction

Walworth Castle Hotel is set in the rolling countryside of the Tees valley, just to the West of Darlington. It was built in 1189 and is one of the few castle hotels in England. Close to the historic cities of Darlington, Durham and York, numerous castles, museums, stunning countryside and the coast.

Recently refurbished to an extremely high standard Walworth Castle Hotel really is the ideal venue to sample England's living history. Each of the 34 bedrooms and numerous reception rooms have their own particular character, many with individually designed upholstery. Choose from Standard, Executive rooms or one of the character suite rooms such as the King James Suite which features a tented double jacuzzi bath, a dramatic 16th century ceiling, lounge area and a secret doorway leading to a circular tower which hosts a superb King sized four-poster bed.

History to the present day

Walworth Castle is a 16th century mansion house, built in the style of a medieval castle. It is a Grade 1 listed building. It was completed around 1600, probably by Thomas Holt for Thomas Jenison. It stands on the site of a former manor house or castle built in the 12th century by the Hansard family. The estate passed through the hands of the Ayscoughs and Aylmers besides the Hansards and Jenisons, and became a prisoner-of-war camp during World War II and then a girls' boarding school after the war. It has been a hotel since 1981. 

One famous visitor to the castle was King James, who stayed at Walworth Castle on April 14th 1603, when he was travelling from Scotland to London for his coronation.

Food and Drinks

A full English breakfast is included and served in the recently refurbished 16th Century Hansards Restaurant. The restaurant has received, a AA Rosette for food excellence, and it serves contemporary dishes in a traditional setting. Open for reservations every evening and Sunday Lunch.

For a dining experience with a difference, Hansard's Library Tower is available for private parties of 2 to 8 people. In the original round tower of the Castle, the library is ideal for an intimate meal for two or a small family gathering. Enjoy an aperitif on arrival in the comfort of the lounge whilst making your selection from the extensive menu.

The Farmers Bar is a traditional English pub. With hearty good food and a good atmosphere, it serves traditional bar meals and sandwiches around a roaring log fire. On week days, the Farmers Bar is open every lunchtime from 12.00pm until 2.00pm and again in the evening from 6.00pm until 11.00pm, where food is served until 9.30pm.

Grounds and gardens

18 acres of lawns and woodlands to explore with a large outdoor seating area at the rear of the hotel with tables, chairs and parasols. There is ample room for children to play on the lawns and an adventure playground area close to the seating area so that children can be easily supervised.

Other facilities

Walworth also offers its very own hair and beauty salon which offers a wide range of beauty treatments such as massages, manicures, and hair styling. Open from 9.00am-4.00pm.

Arrival information and how to find us

Address: Mr & Mrs Swain, Walworth Castle House Hotel, Walworth, Darlington, Durham, DL2 2LY, United Kingdom

Address: Walworth Castle Hotel, Walworth, Darlington, DL2 2LY

Check In: 2.00pm Check Out: 11.00am

Directions: From A1 (M) junction 58. Exit at jct 58, follow A68 towards Corbridge. At The Dog pub turn left and follow the road. Castle is on the left after a couple of miles.

Nearest train station: Darlington

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Ascough Bedroom Suite

Armour

Staircase

Children's Play Area

Outdoor Seating