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Historic Durham and Beamish Open Air Museum
Get a taste of the North East on this fantastic short break! We'll enjoy a trip to the magnificent city of Durham – which is the jewel of this remarkable county – before visiting the award-winning Beamish Open Air Museum, where you can hear stories of life as it was in the 18th and 19th centuries. Rounding off our tour in the charming town of Barnard Castle, there's something for everyone to enjoy!
Itinerary
Please choose your preferred 5 day itinerary
Local departure by coach or Home Connect service then on to Darlington for a four-night stay.
Included Meals
- Dinner
Trip to Durham in the ‘Land of the Prince Bishops’, whose Cathedral and Castle has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site – the jewel in the crown of an extraordinary county.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- Durham
Enjoy a visit to the fascinating Beamish Open Air Museum. A living, working museum set in 300 acres of Durham countryside, costumed folk bring to life the Town, Pit Village, Home Farm and Pockerley Old Hall. Telling the stories of life as it was in the 18th and 19th centuries, this award-winning museum has many North East tales to tell!
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- Beamish Open Air Museum
This morning we discover the charming town of Barnard Castle. This historic market town takes its name from the castle around which it grew. Home to many antique shops, independent stores and delightful cafés, there’s plenty to see and do here. We then return to the hotel this afternoon for free time.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
- Dinner
Included Highlights
- Barnard Castle
Return home.
Included Meals
- Breakfast
Accommodation
You will stay for four nights at the 4-star Mercure Darlington Kings Hotel in Darlington.
Single Room Supplements
Single Room Supplement from £139.00
Reviews
4 Out of 5 ( 1 Reviews )
Reviews
Quality
4 / 5
Value for Money
4 / 5
Martin, 0 years ago
Too many pickups on the way up to Darlington resulting in a trip of 9hrs! No issues with hotel. Days out could have been shorter.
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