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Sleep tight knowing our inns are purposefully AA three-star Gold rated, so you can be assured of a warm welcome, clean and comfortable rooms with excellent facilities.
Enjoy homemade food prepared in five-star food hygiene rated kitchens, while we proudly hold awards for our impeccable cellar management.
A warm welcome for all
As welcoming as possible, whether for parents with pushchairs and little ones, or for guests with extra accessibility needs, find information about additional facilities on each of our inns' access statement.
We understand pets are part of the family. That's why all our inns are pet friendly with designated dog friendly rooms and areas within our dining and bar areas.
County Durham is the perfect base for a week away, a long weekend, or even a weekend city break. But, one thing is for sure, you have got to stay over – there is simply too much to do in one day!
So, to help you find the perfect accommodation for your trip, here are a couple of fantastic places to stay in County Durham.
The Seaton Lane Inn
The Seaton Lane Inn is nestled in Seaton, County Durham, just a 5-minute drive from the quaint seaside town of Seaham. Whether you are visiting the idyllic landscapes of County Durham, heading to the nearby Seaham golf resort, or are exploring the coastline of the North East, The Seaton Lane Inn is the perfect place to lay your head.
This inn oozes charm, through its quirky, boutique-style decor. Natural elements, lots of natural light, and greenery perfectly compliment bare brick walls and the traditional elements of the building within.
Rooms at The Seaton Lane Inn
The luxurious bedrooms continue with the quirky charm, excellently finished with soft white bed sheets. Each bedroom has all the essentials you need for your trip, including a flat-screen TV with Freeview, free WiFi, a complimentary sleeping kit, safe, tea and coffee facilities, and more!
There are king-sized, double, twin, and family rooms available, plus an accessible room for your benefit. Unless otherwise stated, these rooms come with a complimentary traditional Northumbrian breakfast. If you are taking your dogs to the beach – don’t worry – The Seaton Lane Inn also has a number of dog-friendly rooms for an extra £15 per dog, per night.
Every room has its own distinct character. With such elegance and charm, you will be bound to keep coming back again and again!
The Kingslodge Inn
The Kingslodge Inn is located just a ten-minute walk from the historic city centre of Durham. Despite its proximity to the city centre, The Kingslodge Inn is surrounded by serene woodland, combining the ease of the city and the beauty of the countryside within Flass Vale. It also boasts a number of golf courses nearby, including Ramside Golf Club.
Rooms at The Kingslodge Inn
All of the comfortable bedrooms are decorated in a contemporary style, perfectly juxtaposing the historic building they are nestled within. This way, you can benefit from the beauty of natural wooden beams, original wooden features, and lashings of plaid, but with the white, crisp, soft sheets you love from a contemporary inn. The light and airy decor elevates the rooms, making them feel bright and airy.
The Kingslodge Inn boasts double, twin, single, accessible, and family rooms for you to choose from, perfect for couples and families alike. Each room comes with a complimentary Northumberland buffet breakfast (unless otherwise specified), access to the restaurant & pub, free Wi-Fi, and all the mod cons like Freeview TV and a drink-making station.
Even better, The Kingslodge Inn has dedicated dog-friendly rooms so that no member of the family gets to miss out on your holiday. For a £10 supplement charge per dog, per night, you can relax in one of the “20 best places to stay in the UK with a dog”, as reported by The Times.
With so much variety in County Durham, of course, we cannot mention everything! However, here are some of the absolute must-see attractions and activities that you need to check out when you are in County Durham.
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Everyone is welcome to stay
Whether you like to travel solo, are heading off for a romantic getaway, or love a good family holiday, The Inn Collection Group has something for everyone. In addition to the traditional twin and double rooms, we offer a few different options to ensure that everyone is as welcome as possible in all of our inns.
Tailored family rooms
Preparing to head away for a much-needed break can involve a lot of planning and preparation, especially when you have kids! We understand how stressful it can be to find child-friendly accommodation, but we are firm believers that it shouldn’t be so difficult! This is why, at The Inn Collection Group, we have a number of tailored family rooms for your use.
Our family rooms are a fresh, new addition to The Inn Collection Group. Each room boasts a king-sized double bed and bunk beds for your little ones. Sleeping a total of 4 people, plus room for a cot when required, this is the perfect solution for family holidays up to the North of England.
Accessibility
We are committed to making sure that everyone is welcome at our inns, and so we aim to make our inns as accessible as possible. Our inns boast accessible entrances, facilities, and accommodation to ensure that we can welcome everyone to our picturesque locations.
All our accessible rooms have all the necessary adaptations that you need to ensure that your stay is as relaxing and comfortable as possible, without compromising on style. This includes an accessible ensuite shower room, complete with room for a comfortable turning circle, and grab rails for transfer.
We understand that everyone’s situation is different, but this should not keep you from visiting our idyllic inns. If you would like to book our accessible accommodations or would like some more information about whether these rooms would suit all your needs and requirements, just get in touch with us today to discuss with a member of our team.
We understand that holidaying when you have additional accessibility requirements can feel daunting or stressful. That’s why our team is fully trained to be able to answer all of your burning questions, and reassure you about the quality and suitability of our accessible facilities.
Dog-friendly
We are passionate about ensuring that no one is left behind – and that includes our canine family members! This is why we are proud to offer dog-friendly accommodation in our inns. Your furry friends can stay by your side, for just a small additional fee per pet, per night.
This goes for all of our pubs and restaurants too! If you are only popping in for a quick refreshment or light meal, bring your dog with you. We have dog-friendly areas in all of our inns, and some even have gorgeous beer gardens for both you and your dog to get some well-earned fresh air and bask in the sunshine.
Everyone is welcome
Everyone is welcome in an Inn Collection Group inn – and we really mean everyone! We will always go above and beyond to ensure that all your needs are met, no matter what additional requirements you may have. If you have any questions about how we might be able to assist or accommodate you, don’t hesitate to get in touch to discuss your requirements with a member of the team.
County Durham is filled to the brim with delicious local eateries, restaurants, and inns that serve fresh local produce and homemade food. When visiting the area, here are a couple of places you must eat at.
The Seaton Lane Inn
Situated close to the A19, The Seaton Lane Inn is the perfect place to stop for a bite to eat when exploring the North East coastline. The inn is only a 5-minute drive from the popular Seaham Beach – and an under 40-minute drive from Newcastle city centre, Eldon Square, Newcastle University, and Northumbria University.
The Seaton Inn boasts three unique areas for you to choose from – from the relaxed, stone-flagged bar, to the spacious dining area, to the picture-perfect, Instagram-worthy orangery. The character of each space will leave you coming back time and again to soak in the electric, quirky atmosphere.
Classic pub grub for the whole family
Food is served between 7.30am to 9.00pm inclusively, right the way through from a traditional Northumbrian breakfast spread to late-night bites. Our seasonal menu celebrates the local, seasonal produce of our surroundings, creating both Great British pub classics and innovative, modern global dishes. Everything is clean and simple – done right! Check out the daily specials board for excellent food based on the variety of local ingredients delivered that day.
And it’s not just adults that get to have all the fun! We put the same effort into curating a high-quality children’s menu, complete with homemade food that will satisfy even the choosiest of eaters.
In addition to our extensive food selection, The Seaton Lane Inn also boasts a wide drinks menu. With everything from brewed cask ales, local specialities, and wines from across the world, there is something that will perfectly match every dish.
Sunday roast & vegetarian options galore
Every Sunday, you can enjoy a home-cooked Sunday roast – carvery style – from 12 noon until 5pm. Choose from roast beef, roast pork and crackling, turkey and stuffing, or nut roast, and load up on all of your favourite trimmings, complete with lashings of gravy,
The Seaton Lane Inn also has a wide selection of vegetarian and vegan options, and alternatives for those following low sugar, fat, or salt diets. You can find the easy to use allergen guide online, for the dishes that are suitable for those with gluten, dairy, and soy intolerances, and more.
The Kingslodge Inn
The Kingslodge Inn is less than half a mile from Durham Train Station and only a 15-minute walk from Durham Castle and the city centre. For those who are visiting their beloved children at Durham University, you can also benefit from being a 20-minute walk or 7-minute drive from the main campus.
Dining in style with a feast of seasonal local dishes
Food is served on the premises from 7.30am to 9.00pm, right through from breakfast to dinner. Within the inn, you can opt to dine in The Kingslodge Inn bar or restaurant areas or choose to dine al fresco in the idyllic beer garden on the cusp of the Flass Vale Local Nature Reserve.
At The Kingslodge Inn, we love to celebrate local supplies, reinvent local dishes, and showcase local produce. You can find a wide range of fresh, locally sourced dishes on our seasonal menu, or take a look at our daily specials board for carefully crafted local dishes.
We put just as much time and effort into our children’s menu as we do the adults. This children’s menu has options that can suit even the pickiest of eaters, ensuring they get a healthy balanced diet with dishes that contain hidden veg – they will never know!
Comforting Sundays with a classic roast
On Sundays, we are proud to serve a Sunday lunch with all the trimmings. Choose from beef, turkey, home-cooked honey-roasted gammon, or nut roast, before loading your plate with your favourite accompaniments.
At The Kingslodge Inn, we cater for everyone. You can view our easy to use allergen guide for detailed allergen and nutritional information, carefully denoting which dishes can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free, and so on. We also have a wide range of plant-based meals for non-meat eaters.
So, now that you know everything about what County Durham has to offer – from rolling hills, to historic monuments, to a breathtaking coastline, and bustling city centres – all that is left to do is book your stay with The Inn Collection Group today!
Whether you opt to stay in the coastal Seaton Lane Inn or at The Kingslodge Inn in the heart of historic Durham, you are guaranteed a restful night’s sleep for as long as you choose to stay with us. With cosy beds, good food, an inviting atmosphere, and the warmest welcome, the Inn Collection Group is the perfect choice for all of your vacations in the North of England.
To book your Inn Collection Group accommodation today, either head over to your chosen inn’s dedicated webpage to book directly online, or call our booking hotline to book over the phone. Our team is always on hand to give advice and assistance in any way we can – being sure to make expert recommendations on which accommodation would suit you best.
What are you waiting for? Book direct with The Inn Collection Group to ensure our lowest prices on accommodation in County Durham.
