Rookhope Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rookhope

Langley Castle Hotel
"Beautiful venue. Menu fairly limited and expensive but dining room experience was lovely. Room well appointed but dispensers didn’t work and the tv was tricky to operate."
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Beamish Park Hotel
"Clean and comfortable room. Easy parking and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
"2 day break was really good could not fault it will definitely be back."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Durham City Cottages
"Parking was easy and convenient. It felt secure and well suited. The kitchen was well equipped with everything needed."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

5* Barn Conversion c/w hot tub, sauna, games room, 1/4 acre enclosed games
"Beautiful location with lovely view. The games room, hot tub and garden with trampoline and goals all a massive hit with our kids."
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

WILLIAMSTON BARN & COWSHED -sleeps 14, stunning barn conversion, luxury finishes
"The property was amazing and owners very flexible around arrival time and departure. Couldn’t fault it and would definitely choose to stay again. However very confusing that received 2 invoices - 1 from Homeaway and another from Crabtree and Crabtree. Confusing as to what was being paid for what. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2020
Popular places to visit

Hamsterley Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Hamsterley Forest, a lovely green space in South Bedburn. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Auckland Castle
After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.
North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Binchester Roman Fort
Find out about the history of Bishop Auckland with a stop at Binchester Roman Fort. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Escomb Saxon Church
Escomb Saxon Church is just one of the places to see in Bishop Auckland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.
Weardale Museum
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Stanhope. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.
Activities

Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

Walkabout Durham History Tour











