Lumley Castle and nearby sports venues in Chester-le-Street, England

Description

Within easy driving distance of Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland, the magnificent spectacle of Lumley Castle has dominated the County Durham landscape for over 600 years. Surrounded by beautiful parklands overlooking the River Wear and Durham County Cricket Ground, the castle is a magnificent monument to a bygone age of chivalry and honour. The hotel boasts 74 luxurious en suite rooms, with complimentary Wi-Fi internet. Dine in the splendour of the Black Knight restaurant, offering varied cuisine and a 3-course table d’hôte menu (table reservations are essential). The hotel is ideally situated to explore the North East of England and more, being just 17.5 km (11 miles) south of Newcastle, 13 km (8 miles) north of Durham and 19 km (12 miles) west of Sunderland.