The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
27 Front Street, Lanchester DH7 0LA England
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A warm welcome awaits you at The Old Post Office; luxurious rooms, comfort and delicious food in a charming characterful bed & breakfast. An experience with unusual hosts with real food flair and backgrounds focused on making your stay pleasurable, knowledgeable and healthy. The Old Post Office has 3 lovely individually designed en suite bedrooms. Easy access to Beamish Museum, Durham Cathedral, Durham County Cricket Ground, 5 restaurants in the village (within 200m walking distance) and public transport.
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Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Free breakfast
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Horseback riding
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Salon
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Bar / lounge
Special diet menus
Fishing
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Non-smoking hotel
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Sun terrace
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Grade: 36 out of 100
123Restaurantswithin 5 miles
37Attractionswithin 5 miles
27 Front Street, Lanchester DH7 0LA England
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Loved our stay. This lovely bed and breakfast has three spacious rooms . Keith is a gracious host and the breakfasts were really delicious, using all local products. My wife and I heartily recommend this for visiting Durham or Hadrian's Wall.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 17 Sept 2023
Hello Charles - Thank you Charles for your review and score. Pauline and I try to create a pleasant experience for our guests and we seem to have done that in your case. Trips to Durham and other historical sights in our area are all worthwhile. Keith & Pauline
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I first discovered Lanchester from the saddle of my bike, on the excellent Waskerly Way bicycle path. On this occasion I detoured to my favourite coffee shop, the Serendipity Cafe, just yards from the path. After my coffee and the best Bacon Butty I have ever had, I rode around the center of the village to take a look. It's a lovely place with some good restaurants and accommodation. We were so impressed that we decided to hire a car from Durham City and spend a couple of nights in Lanchester. Susy our tour guide had found a place called The Old Post Office Bed and Breakfast. The first bonus was that there was parking right outside the front door, and more at the rear. Hosts Keith and Pauline invited us into this amazing place. It's big, with a decent sized dining area and a rear yard so big that the property line reaches into forest at the rear. The friendly chooks were happy to supply fresh eggs for the delicious scrambled eggs and smoked salmon that we had. Other options are available such as the sausages and bacon supplied by the local butcher. The coffee was aromatic and delicious. Keith makes his own delicious bread served with local marmalade. Our bedroom was large with a 4 poster bed and a hot water system that heats up very fast, a bonus after our days out exploring in the chill rain. Our hosts were friendly and helpful with interesting stories to tell and advice on what to do in the area. There are many little villages and pubs nearby to explore. Susan and Cliff the Aussies. …
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Nice B&B, good big rooms and comfortable beds. Lovely little village and good restaurants to choose from . Italian was very good. Great hosts, very attentive and helpful, couldn't ask for more, had lovely stay.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: 3 rooms all big, all good. Nice breakfast and well looked after.
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 14 Jun 2023
Hello the Astons from Perth and Kinross - Thank you so much for your review and score. It is always a pleasure for my wife and I to receive feedback from our guests so that we can offer an experience as good as we can be and it appears as though we have from your comments. Hopefully we will have the pleasure of hosting you again soon. Keith & Pauline
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Wow what wonderful place we only stopped one night in the penny red room it was a lovely little room with everything you needed. keith the owner was a brilliant host and was very friendly and cooked a fantastic breakfast 0n the morning we left, will definitely be going back and stop a lot longer next time ps the Italian restaurant in the village is worth a visit as are the two pubs
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 11 Jun 2023
Hello Peter J - Many thanks for your comments and review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and hopefully we will see you again in the future. All the best. Keith & Pauline
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Excellent B & B. Acessible location and very quaint lots of lovely features. Rooms very clean comfortable with all amenities present inc little touches like chocolates even mini torches for middle of the night.
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Date of stay: May 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 8 May 2023
Hello Middleeasttraveller. Many thanks for your review and score. We are delighted that you enjoyed all the features we endeavour to provide for all our guests. They are important especially when you need to be away from your own home. We hope we will see you again. Keith & Pauline
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Paul S, a Dorset lad wrote a review Mar 2023
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Very, very occasionally and with luck and a fair wind, you will come across a B&B such as this. The building is steeped in history, the rooms immaculate and tastefully decorated, the bed linen crisp and fresh, the complimentary refreshments off the scale, the breakfast a thing of legend with no ingredient sourced from more than a mile distant. Oh and the host, a very personable fellow who gives you a warm welcome into his home; thank you for everything Keith. I’ll be back but next time I’ll be bringing the Memsahib.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 6 Apr 2023
Hello Sharps1959 - Many thanks for your review, score and comments. We are delighted that you had a great experience staying with us and would be very happy to host your good self and your Memsahib. Keith & Pauline
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A wonderful experience. The‘Penny Black’ room was truly delightful. There were a wide selection of teas and coffees with homemade biscuits to enjoy. The bed was very comfortable and en-suite facilities of a high standard. Breakfast offers a really good choice of locally sourced products- cooked perfectly by Keith. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 14 Nov 2022
Hello Rose312 - Many thanks for your review and appreciate your positive comments about our offer. When you return I hope you stay with us again, you will be very welcome, I hope your conference went well. Keith & Pauline
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stumbled on this delightfully themed B&B in the heart of Lanchester where Keith gives the very warmest of welcomes and is so helpful and engaging. Comfy, quiet, spacious and quaint it will not fail to delight. Had a great night’s sleep in the wonderful 2d Blue Room and loved it; great breakfast too.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 14 Nov 2022
Hello wattslan - Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We were delighted to look after you and yours. We endeavour to give our guest a great experience for their stay and it seems from your response that we achieved that. We hope we can look after you in the future, All the best Keith & Pauline.
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Stayed in this beautiful b&b that has 3 of the biggest rooms with everything you will ever need. Bathrobes large shower king size bed two very comfortable armchairs and the teatray is packed with lots of goodies. The breakfast is all local produce and was served beautifully. Homemade bread too. Keith was a great host and would go back in a heart beat.
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Date of stay: October 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 11 Oct 2022
Hello Dartsblessa - Many thanks for your glowing review - it is good to know that all our efforts resonate with our guests like you and your family. We hope we see you again. All the best. Keith & Pauline
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What a wonderful place! From the warm welcome to the home made biscuits and all of the delicious local produce for breakfast, this is how a B and B should be. If you are looking for somewhere comfy, cosy and serving tasty breakfast, look no further- this is as good as it gets!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Keith Gill, Owner at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Responded 11 Oct 2022
My apologies aidenc321 - I have just picked up your review from July 22 and realised that I had not written a response. We really do appreciate all your comments and are delighted that you enjoyed your experience with us. Hopefully, we will see you again. All the best. Keith & Pauline
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PRICE RANGE
US$127 - US$131 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCounty DurhamLanchester
NUMBER OF ROOMS
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast
Which popular attractions are close to The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Nearby attractions include Hall Hill Farm (3.3 miles), Diggerland Durham (3.1 miles), and Holmside Park (3.6 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and a lounge.
What food & drink options are available at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and a lounge during their stay.
Is parking available at The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ravello Ristorante, Cross Keys Inn, and Knitsley Farm Shop and Granary Cafe.
Is The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.1 miles away from the centre of Lanchester.
Are there any historical sites close to The Old Post Office Bed & Breakfast?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Ushaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens (4.1 miles) and Durham Viaduct (3.2 miles).