Bowburn Hall Hotel - Durham

4-star country house hotel with award-winning weddings and exclusive event hire in 5 acres of landscaped gardens

Accommodation and Gardens

Bowburn Hall Hotel offers 20 uniquely-styled guest rooms and 5 garden lodges within 4 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland. The five garden lodges each come with a private garden area, spa bath, and a spacious living room, providing a more secluded stay. Guests staying in the main house rooms have access to the hotel's sun terrace and the inviting bar area with live entertainment.

Weddings and Events

Bowburn Hall is an award-winning wedding venue, having received the Hitched Wedding Awards 2023. The hotel offers exclusive hire of the entire hotel and grounds for personalized wedding events, with dedicated planning staff like Caitlin, Lucy, and Lewis managing the day. The landscaped gardens feature a bandstand and prosecco van, creating a setting praised for its stress-free organization and high-quality catering.

Dining and Food

The Conservatory Restaurant serves home-cooked meals using locally sourced ingredients, many from the hotel's own on-site gardens. The menu includes Friday fish and chip offers (2 for £18 with peas, bread, and a hot drink) and a Sunday lunch served in the ballroom with beautiful linen. Breakfast features a self-service buffet and cooked options, with guests noting the good brand tea and coffee and large portions.

Business and Conferences

Bowburn Hall Hotel Durham provides spacious conference facilities suitable for business meetings, exhibitions, and corporate events. With free parking for up to 120 cars and electric vehicle charging stations, the hotel offers easy access from junction 61 of the A1(M). The 24-hour front desk and express check-in/out services support business travelers who need efficient arrivals and departures.

Location and Accessibility

Located 2.5 miles from Durham City and 2 minutes from junction 61 of the A1(M), Bowburn Hall Hotel is convenient for exploring Durham Castle, Beamish Museum, and Gosforth Park Racecourse. The hotel is surrounded by a housing estate but its 4 acres of landscaped gardens and woodland provide a green retreat. Free parking for 100 cars and accessible parking make it a practical base for travelers driving to County Durham attractions.

• Awards: Hitched Wedding Awards 2023
• Rooms: 20 rooms and 5 garden lodges with spa baths
• Dining: Home-cooked meals from on-site gardens
• Events: Exclusive hire of hotel and grounds for weddings
• Business: Conference facilities with parking for 120 cars
• Location: 2.5 miles from Durham, near A1(M)