The Bay Horse Inn  

On the outskirts of Wolsingham near Bishop Auckland, a handy base for exploring Hamsterley Forest and the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Easy drives to Durham (16 miles), Bishop Auckland (12), Darlington (23), Newcastle (23) and Sunderland (30).

A quiet, family-run inn with just six guestrooms and a range of room types, all with en-suite showers, TV and straightforward comforts. Expect a welcoming public bar and a medium-size restaurant atmosphere—local, unfussy and friendly rather than flashy.

On-site restaurant and bar, free Wi‑Fi across the property, free self-parking and pet-friendly rooms so you can bring the dog. The bar is popular with locals and hosts regular promotions and event nights—perfect for a relaxed evening after a day in Weardale.

Free self-parking and property-wide Wi‑Fi make short stays and road-trip stops simple and connected.

A resident chef prepares a traditional menu with fresh dishes served in the on-site restaurant, while the bar pours cask ales, draught beers, lagers, ciders and spirits. Grab a hearty meal before heading out to explore the North Pennines.