The Manor House Hotel
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History
Dating back to the 15th Century
Formerly known as West Auckland Hall, and later a brewery, The Manor House Hotel is a Grade 1 listed building, built in the late 15th Century on foundations that date back to the early 14th Century. The building that stands here today was built using rubble with ashlar dressings and plinth, with a roof made of stone slates with stone chimneys.
Designed in a H-plan with the main square stair tower between the rear arms, the Manor House is a two-story building with a symmetrical front. The door at the very front of the building is circa 18th century, whilst many of the original window’s date back to the early 16th Century.
A Part of History
When you stay at The Manor House, it’s important to remember that the building is a part of history, and that by choosing to stay with us, you are only adding to the six centuries of history, stories, adventures and celebrations that have taken place here.
Beehive Bread Oven
In the lounge you will find a brick beehive bread oven on a high square plinth, and it is suggested that additions may have been made in the 16 th century to add external walls to the existing building, further increasing the building’s footprints.
Some of the rooms – especially those on the Ground Floor- have much panelling of early 18 th Century character, some of which is said to be in the Bowes Museum.
Reputed to have been King Henry VIII’s former hunting lodge, Coyners Surtees shows that the Manor House was the principle home of the Eden Family, from the 16 th Century, until they moved to Windlestone.
Things to do...
Auckland Project
We are delighted to partner the fabulous Auckland Project as and accommodation provider.
The Auckland project is a unique collection of heritage attractions, galleries, gardens and parkland in Bishop Auckland, County Durham.
Together our attractions tell the remarkable story of Bishop Auckland. The story is one of faith, art and power, from the Prince Bishops of Durham to Bishop Auckland’s surprising connection with the Golden Age of Spanish art. Please find opening times by following this link.
- Auckland Palace
- Spanish Gallery
- Mining Art Gallery
- Auckland Tower
- Gardens & Grounds
- Weardale Railway
- Faith Museum
We are delighted to offer the following discounts due to our partnership with the Auckland Project when you book an overnight visit, speak to the team on booking:
The Way of Life
Northern Saints Trails
The Manor House Hotel is ideally located on The Way of Life Northern Saints Trail. Based on ancient pilgrim routes, the trails position the North East as the ‘Christian Crossroads of the British Isles’, and bring the fascinating stories of the region’s Saints to life.
The Way of Life is one wondrous route: healing waters, one of England ’s oldest churches and a palatial castle where Prince Bishops once resided, plus places where St Cuthbert made miracles occur.
Starting from historic Gainford, the trail runs all the way to Durham Cathedral and Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, stopping off at unique destinations including Escomb Saxon Church and Auckland Castle.
To learn more about the Northern Saints Trails visit the website and download the Way of Life brochure, route description & The Weardale Campaign.
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The Manor House Hotel
