Stanhope
a potted history
Standing on the bank of the river Wear the historic market town of Stanhope (meaning 'stony-hollow'), with its cobbled Market Place, is sometimes referred to as the 'capital' of Weardale. Having a strong industrial heritage, lead and iron was smelted roundabouts as well quarrying of limestone for the iron and steel industry. An early railway, the Stanhope and Tyne, was constructed in the mid 1800's leading to an expansion of the town. Weardale's Christian heritage is reflected in the 12th century church of St. Thomas complete with Roman altar, Saxon font and fossil tree in the churchyard! Evidence of early settlements in the area came to light in 1843 when quarrying revealed the Heathery Burn Cave, complete with a Bronze Age hoard of tools and jewellry which can now be found in the British Museum.
places of interest
The Durham Dales Centre - situated in the Castle gardens, the centre is a showcase for local crafts. Complete with a Tourist Information Centre, crafts and caf
Accommodation
89, Front Street, Stanhope, Weardale, Co. Durham DL13 2UB
available
B &[A3]23 per head
Public Bar, Dining Room. Friendly local pub with good selection of beers including real ales.
rooms : 4 twin - en-suite available
months open : all year
B & B : £23 per head
evening meal : bar menu
packed lunch : yes
secure cycle parking : yes
distance from route : 1 mile on Stanhope alternative
Horsley Hall Country House is a family run and set in picturesque Weardale. Only a mile or so from the route, it is on a back road loop from Rookhope to Stanhope and is a great place to celebrate your last night in style. Relax by the log fires in the lounge and Baronial Hall Restaurant, why not take advantage of our licensed bar. Dinner is available from the table d’ hotel or a la carte menus, taken in the Baronial Hall Restaurant which caters for up to 50, all food is home cooked and locally sourced, professionally produced by Liz who is a trained master chef. Luxury accommodation caters for 12 guests. All bedrooms are en-suite with both showers & baths. Licensed bar.
Web : www.horsleyhall.co.uk
Email : info@horsleyhall.co.uk
Rooms : 3T, 2S, 2D
B&B : £55
Evening meal : from £10. Pre-booking essential
Pk lunch : yes - price depends upon request
Secure lock up : Wash down facilities
Visit Britain 5 stars Silver Award : Taste of Durham
Licensed bar and wine cellar :
Terry & Lorraine worked for Sustrans for many years during the conception of the C2C route. Parkhead Station is specifically designed for cyclists and walkers, renowned within the cycling fraternity and certainly the place to be on the C2C & downhill all the way to the coast! Good home cooked food, licensed, tranquil location, drying room, secure bicycle storage, exceptional service to accommodate individual needs. Take the opportunity to call in and meet us for a well earned break at mile point 100 in our Tea Rooms and experience it for yourself; or book into one of our comfortable rooms, all of which command great views over the North Pennines moorland. Take a virtual tour on the website which also has online booking.
Web : www.parkheadstation.co.uk
Email : parkheadstation@aol.com
Rooms : 2D, 2F plus 1 which sleeps up to six
B&B : from £30 (call for child prices)
Evening meal : Please pre-order for evening meals. Locally sourced produce. Contact us for menu choices and dietary requirements
Packed lunch : £3.50
Licensed : On route
VisitBritain : 3 stars
Official Sustrans C2C memorabilia : C2C t-shirts can be pre-ordered



