Durham Cottages

Durham Cottages Now we only have one beautiful cottage as we have sold one and downsized. A good place to stay

We have two self catering cottages, Fern Cottage is in Gilesgate, Durham City and Dove Cottage is in Sherburn Village. All are rated 4 star by Visit England which means that they are well equipped to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Bothl cottages have WiFi so you can keep in touch during your stay. Fern Cottage is within walking distance of the city centre and the university, Dove Cotta

ge is a short bus ride into the city centre. There are supermarkets, pubs and a range of shops within walking distance of each cottage. The cottages are suitable for holidays, visiting friends or coming to Durham for business reasons. Bookings are taken for any length of stay from 3 days to several months. Durham City is well known for its stunning cathedral and castle, it is also a good base for exploring the North East and County Durham. Visit our web site www.durhamcottages.com for more information and to book online.

Dove Cottage has a new roof that was done by Chester Roofing just before Christmas They did a great job making the cotta...
01/01/2025

Dove Cottage has a new roof that was done by Chester Roofing just before Christmas
They did a great job making the cottage cosy and warm

08/11/2024
08/11/2024

The Music Of Adele By Candlelight comes to Durham Cathedral! Thursday 26th September 2024 at 7.30pm Featuring J’Adele, the UK’s...

10/11/2022

Here he is again doing his favourite thing - running, and there’s so much space here - he could play all day
So if you’re bringing your dogs to Durham with you for a visit, here is a must !

10/11/2022

This is Buddy at one of his favourite places - Crimdon beach
It’s a brilliant place to bring a dog and have some fun

Took advantage of it being closed before Christmas and had the outside patio and garden paths renewed at Dove Cottage. T...
08/02/2021

Took advantage of it being closed before Christmas and had the outside patio and garden paths renewed at Dove Cottage.
Trevor and Alan have done a great job.

18/01/2021
We wish them every success
26/09/2020

We wish them every success

18/09/2020

We are pleased to confirm that Raby Castle remains open following the announcement of regional restrictions for the North East of England and our visitors can continue to enjoy our extensive outdoor spaces. The Castle is also open for pre-booked visits only (social distancing measures are in place).

We are following the latest government guidance which means you will notice a few changes to ensure that all visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience when visiting us.

Our Refreshment Kiosk will be open daily from 10am and will offer a limited takeaway grab and go menu as well as a selection of cakes, snacks, and drinks. All food and drink at Raby Castle is served in disposable containers at this time.

Please be aware that our outdoor seating areas are closed in line with the latest government guidance. You are welcome to bring a picnic blanket and enjoy your own food and takeaway food and drink from our Kiosk in the Deer Park, where there is plenty of space to find a peaceful spot and enjoy the views.

We were among the first to receive the Good to Go certification from Visit England in recognition of the measures we have taken to meet government and industry COVID-19 guidelines, and we continue to uphold these high standards to keep our visitors, staff and volunteers safe.

For more information and answers to frequently asked questions please visit our Coronavirus page which is regularly updated: https://www.raby.co.uk/coronavirus/

Photo credit: Peter Gunton

05/08/2020

Hundreds of businesses across Durham have signed up to the 'Eat Out to Help Out' scheme.

With so many to choose from we've featured some of our favourite eateries from across the county who are taking part in our latest blog 👉 https://bit.ly/EOTHO_Durham

25/07/2020

Wondering what times we open? Whether you need to wear a mask? If you can bring your dog? Here are some of our most frequently asked questions answered. (Thank you to regular visitor Peter Gunton for this lovely photo of the Castle).

Do I need to wear a mask when I visit?

In line with the latest government guidance, from Friday 24th July customers must wear a face mask in the Stables shop and whilst ordering in the Stables café. Face masks can be removed in the Stables café when customers are seated.
Face masks do not need to be worn in the Castle, however you are welcome to wear a facemask if you wish.

What’s open and what are your opening times?

The Deer Park, Walled Gardens and Woodland Play Area at Raby Castle are open daily from 10am – 4pm.
The Castle is open Wednesday – Sunday from 11am – 4pm. Tickets are limited and must be pre-booked online.
The Refreshment Kiosk is open daily, and the Stables Café will open during busier periods.

Do I need to book to visit?

You will need to purchase a ticket to visit Raby Castle, Park and Gardens. To help us manage the number of visitors on site, and to limit contact with staff, we would prefer visitors to book tickets for the day of their visit before they arrive.

Are the toilets open?

Reduced toilet facilities, including disabled toilets and baby change facilities, are open. Measures have been put in place to limit the number of visitors accessing the toilets at any time. Please use the hand sanitiser provided and queue at a safe distance from others.
Please note there are no toilet facilities for visitors in the Castle at this time.

Can I bring my dog?

Well behaved dogs are welcome in the Park and Gardens at Raby Castle. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times.

More FAQs: https://www.raby.co.uk/coronavirus/

25/07/2020
We are open again and there are some great places to visit around Durham that are not full of people
07/07/2020

We are open again and there are some great places to visit around Durham that are not full of people

24/02/2020

It's a real winter wonderland out there today ⛄️ be careful if you're travelling!

Went to Auckland Castle yesterday to see the results of the restoration - it’s really good well worth a visit. The Zurbu...
20/02/2020

Went to Auckland Castle yesterday to see the results of the restoration - it’s really good well worth a visit. The Zurburans in the dinning room look amazing

12/02/2020

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Here he is again doing his favourite thing - running, and there’s so much space here - he could play all day So if you’re bringing your dogs to Durham with you for a visit, here is a must !

This is Buddy at one of his favourite places - Crimdon beach It’s a brilliant place to bring a dog and have some fun

Elvis was in the market place in Durham today - here’s just a bit hope you like it

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