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Bowburn Hall Hotel is an excellent choice for staying, dining, meetings, conferences, functions, civil marriages and wedding receptions. Extremely popular with local residents and visitors alike, we're conveniently located for Durham Cathedral, Durham Castle, Beamish Museum, Gateshead Metro Centre, Newcastle and so much more. Set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens we offer a personable service, no matter the reason for your visit.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Bar / lounge
Taxi service
Conference facilities
Banquet room
Baggage storage
Newspaper
Wifi
Restaurant
Breakfast buffet
Breakfast in the room
Kids' meals
Special diet menus
Meeting rooms
Non-smoking hotel
Sun terrace
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Laundry service
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Richard H wrote a review Nov 2023
Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom132 contributions44 helpful votes
I wish we had booked a Premier Inn instead, The Hotel grounds are mainly a carpark. The lock on our bathroom did not work, the toilet seat was loose as was the loo roll holder. The lock on the window didn't work, fortunately we were on the first floor so security wasn't an issue. The gap around the room door was so large that you didn't have to put the room light on to walk to the loo at night. The mattress was sunk in the middle so you had to adopt a sleeping position that avoided you rolling into each other. The Hotel should have been aware of all of these issues as they would have been obvious from a basic inspection. The bathroom is the only bathroom that I have been in where I could sit in the loo and touch the plug of both the bath and the sink at the same time. I don't normally try to do this but it demonstrates how small the bathroom is. When I sat on the loo my knees touched the bath! To top this off we had to listen to a drunk couple have a swearing contest until the gone midnight, we would have reported this to reception but there was nobody at reception, had there been anyone at reception they would have been able to hear the entertainment for themselves.…
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: Don't stay within the main building
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Came for a friend's wedding. Everything was absolutely beautiful. Staff were so attentive, friendly and helpful. Big shout out to Declan and Lewis who were great! The venue was beautiful, food was excellent, possibly the best roast beef I've had! Breakfast was incredible too, quality ingredients. We stayed in one of the lodges which was really lovely, great jacuzzi bath! All in all, a fabulous venue for a wedding. It's easy to see why they've won an award for their weddings. Credit to the staff for excellent service .
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Lovely place to stay ,hotel ideal for parties , weddings.meals were of a good standard .The chalets were good clean and tidy ,the staff were all pleasant and curtious and smart ,if wheelchair bound you may have to ring ahead for the portable ramp.Wifi and tv reception very poor
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Ample parking electric charging for two vehicles driveway large speed bumps so be careful
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On 15th September we got married at Bowburn Hall Hotel and it couldn’t have gone better due to this amazing venue and staff - anyone thinking about booking Bowburn needs to do it! Since booking our wedding we’ve visited Bowburn on several occasions and have always been impressed with the venue, food and customer service. The staff at Bowburn took the stress out of planning a wedding through regular meetings and offering such good value for money for what’s included in the exclusive package. On the wedding day Lewis was our wedding co-ordinator and was very attentive to make sure the day ran smoothly, alongside all the other staff who were always welcoming and friendly. The amount and standard of food was exceptional on the day with a wide range to choose from when planning the wedding. The weather wasn’t on our side but the venue accommodated the full day inside. Accommodation was great, especially the garden lodges which my partner and I would love to come back to stay in. Would highly recommend Bowburn for anyone booking a wedding, we will definitely look forward to coming back regularly to visit the restaurant!…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I met a friend for lunch and ordered fish and chips. It was cold on arrival, the batter contained no fish to speak of and what there was looked like it had been cooked before and then battered. The chips were cold and consisted of thin shards of potato skin so fried they were inedible . The only good things were the garden oeas
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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The en suite shower was one of the worst I've encountered. Totally unusable due to a blocked waste which flooded the shower tray, the grouting was covered in black mould throughout and the base trim was hanging off. You would be better off at a Travelodge which are cleaner and half the price. My complaint got an apology but no refund.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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A pleasant find when looking for somewhere to break up our journey from the south of England back to Scotland. A nice, clean room with a large comfy bed and a nice refurbed en-suite shower room. Quite a quirky dining room / conservatory area which served a limited daily menu with a comprehensive specials board till late. Food was freshly cooked and very nice. Self-service cooked & continental breakfast available a well - standard choice and again nicely cooked. Garden area outside conservatory with a small play area for children. Pleasant staff. No elevator / lift and all bedrooms are up at least one flight of stairs
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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I've booked this venue for our wedding next Sept. From the very get go, Tom and Lucy were understanding, caring and considerate to our requirements. Both are very apparently superb at what they do as we left feeling very at ease and very happy with our decision. The communication between us all has been informative and seamless. We also sampled some sublime food at the venue and we're more than suitably impressed with the prices and the service all round Truly a north eastern gem. Well don't team Bowburn. Mark A.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Solo one night stay: Pros: - Very quiet especially on the night time. - Felt very private - Spa bath was amazing - Bed was firm and comfortable - Room was tidy and spacious enough for no more than two - Toiletries provided were great - Towels provided - Drinks and biscuits available with a great selection! - Car park can be seen from the lodge - Check in was very easy and staff were welcoming and helpful Cons: - No Wi-Fi at all (luckily had unlimited data) - TV would not load Netflix even though it was in the description of the room. - Stains on the sofa (maybe not a deal breaker but not nice to look at when you’re staying in such an expensive lodge) - Room is very basic, not much life or character to it at all. Just not worth the price. Looks beautiful on the outside and just a bit of a let down inside. - Breakfast was so very limited. A full English is available but very limited. - The price. Payed £169 for one person for one night in the lodge with breakfast (so £159 for the room and £10 breakfast). Would not pay for breakfast for £10 when it’s cheaper and so much better elsewhere. Just not the best food unfortunately. Bacon was very underdone and the mushrooms were bland. Sausages were nice though. Overall stay here is 3/5. Simply just because the lodges are so boring, even as a couple with no Wi-Fi and no working Netflix (I can’t imagine they would be “you know” from 3pm check in through to 11am check out 🤣) There’s just nothing to do in there but sleep or bathe and they don’t take 20 hours either and if you could sleep for 20 hours, why pay £169 to sleep in a bed… Anyway, disliked the food, and the options for breakfast which doesn’t boost my rating. Don’t think a return is in the calender. It promises so much and looks absolutely beautiful outside and then instantly lets you down yet costs quite a bit of money. There are better places out there for better value of money, Not saying avoid this place as if you’re looking for an escape from everything and don’t mind the price then this is absolutely for you. Relaxing yes. Only because it was booked as an escape night for one so good for me. Won’t bring the other half as a romantic getaway, it’s not romantic at all. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Stayed at bowburn for my partner’s birthday the manager was absolutely amazing to say he made our stay feel special is a Understatement he went above and beyond for us he was so attentive to us and even personally deliver our food to the lodge which dose not normally get room service bowburn you have a absolute legend working for you we can’t wait to come back again
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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US$85 - US$112 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bowburn Hall
Which popular attractions are close to Bowburn Hall?
Nearby attractions include Escape Rooms Durham (3.3 miles), Durham Climbing Centre (3.9 miles), and Durham Cathedral (3.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at Bowburn Hall?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at Bowburn Hall?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and a lounge during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Bowburn Hall?
Conveniently located restaurants include Rio Brazilian Steakhouse - Durham, Coarse, and Shaheens Indian.
Does Bowburn Hall offer any business services?
Yes, it conveniently offers meeting rooms, a banquet room, and conference facilities.
Are there any historical sites close to Bowburn Hall?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Durham Cathedral (3.1 miles), Crook Hall & Gardens (3.6 miles), and Durham Castle (3.3 miles).
Is Bowburn Hall accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.