Auckland Castle Tours

Photo by Mike Shorten
Photo by Mike Shorten
Photo "Auckland Castle" by Pit-yacker (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Pit-yacker (CC BY)
Photo "Auckland Castle" by Philip Barker (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Philip Barker (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Auckland Castle" by Pit-yacker (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by Pit-yacker (CC BY)
If only the time-worn walls of Auckland Castle could talk! But seeing they can't, check if tours are available to hear some of its stories instead.

This fortified complex is situated in Bishop Auckland, a destination that has so much going for it! National Railway Museum at Shildon, Whitworth Hall Country Park, and Brancepeth Castle Golf Club are other worthwhile sightseeing opportunities not far away when you've finished up at Auckland Castle.

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OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel

OYO La Spada Boutique Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Pity Me
per person
Aug 12 - Aug 17
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Newcastle (NCL)
6.4/10 (132 reviews)
We picked a very busy day to need a bed in Durham as it was the university open weekend. La Spada was reasonably priced & good enough, despite quite a few adverse reviews. The hotel is not set up to take guests after 10pm, a fact not highlighted when we booked at 11.30pm & then tried to get in. Fortunately we were admitted. There was no breakfast service.

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024

OYO The Townhouse

OYO The Townhouse

4 out of 5
per person
Aug 12 - Aug 17
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Newcastle (NCL)
8.6/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)
Warm welcome and wacky decoration at beautiful townhouse, well situated for university. Inflated prices due to open day not entirely justified - no towels or hand soap in bathroom, limited breakfast choice (only full English, only white toast)

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025

40 Winks

40 Winks

3 out of 5
per person
Aug 12 - Aug 17
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Newcastle (NCL)
10/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
Great location, so close to town centre, fantastic host, George couldn’t do enough for us. Lovely room overlooking the quiet cobblestone one way street in view of the cathedral. Breakfast has a selection that is cooked to order and is amazing, the full English is a must. Had a wonderful short stay that couldn’t have been better, thanks 40 Winks

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2025

Popular places to visit

Reflection on the water

Raby Castle

Raby Castle is just one of the places to see in Darlington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Raby Castle
A little known gem within Durham. A lovely walk through the gardens to the Greenhouses

Durham Botanic Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Durham Botanic Garden, a lovely green space in Durham. Add the area's spas or stunning cathedral to your travel plans.

Durham Botanic Garden

Bishop Auckland Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Bishop Auckland at Bishop Auckland Golf Club. Visit the spas and stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.

Bishop Auckland Golf Club

Deer Park

After visiting Deer Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Check out the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Deer Park

Binchester Roman Fort

Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland when you take a trip to Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Binchester Roman Fort

Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex

You can take time to visit Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex during your travels to Bishop Auckland. Visit the stunning cathedral and spas in this relaxing area.

Woodhouse Close Leisure Complex

Best Lodging Options Near Auckland Castle

Park Head Hotel
Park Head Hotel
3.5 out of 5
13 Park View Terrace, Bishop Auckland, England
Park Head Hotel
HC Property - The Hideaway at Watergate Eye
HC Property - The Hideaway at Watergate Eye
3.5 out of 5
Watergate Eye, Lynesack, Bishop Auckland, England
HC Property - The Hideaway at Watergate Eye
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable first floor apartment near town centre
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable first floor apartment near town centre
Bishop Auckland
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable first floor apartment near town centre
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre
Bishop Auckland
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre
Stunning 1-bed Apartment in Bishop Auckland
Stunning 1-bed Apartment in Bishop Auckland
3 out of 5
Bishop Auckland
Stunning 1-bed Apartment in Bishop Auckland
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