Rookhope Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Lovely views of the valley
Lovely views of the valley
The valley of Bolt's Burn
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Sheepfold near the Boltslaw Incline (2). See also 1599987.
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The valley of Bolt's Burn at Stogel Cleugh
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Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Slaley Hall Hexham England
The price is AU$180 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$180
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
The rooms were nice and comfortable and clean the staff where very nice and the food was great

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
The Beaumont Hotel

The Beaumont Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Beaumont Street Hexham England
The price is AU$182 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
AU$182
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (505 reviews)
Fantastic. Extremely comfortable, clean and spacious room looking into the park. Very friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

The Beaumont Hotel
Manor House Hotel

Manor House Hotel

3 out of 5
The Green Bishop Auckland England
The price is AU$154 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$154
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bishop Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (212 reviews)
Lovely stay, amazing food

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Manor House Hotel
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Durham City Cottages

Durham City Cottages

2 out of 5
Brandon Lane Durham England
Stay at this cottage in Durham. Enjoy free parking, housekeeping and a bar/lounge. Popular attractions Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Oriental Museum are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (385 reviews)
Stayed for 3 nights over New Year...was absolute bliss. Late booking and the communication was brilliant to get it sorted. Cottage was immaculate throughout with everything we needed. Perfect location for walks, and yet only 5 minutes from shops and Durham centre Will be returning again for sure...thank ...

Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Durham City Cottages
Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre

Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre

Bishop Auckland England
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Bishop Auckland. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Deer Park and Newgate Shopping ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
Very spacious and comfortable, large bedrooms, large kitchen, good bathroom & shower, nice sitting room. Nice & warm. Plus everything you might need has been provided in the kitchen - very thoughtful! Great location, close to to downtown and also great starting point for day trips.

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

Superking beds, spacious and comfortable ground floor apartment near town centre
Lovelady Shield House

Lovelady Shield House

3 out of 5
Lovelady Lane Alston England
Stay at this holiday home in Alston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Nenthead Mines is located nearby.
Lovelady Shield House
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Popular places to visit

walks through the forest at Hamsterly cross cross over brooks and streams. Great family day out

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.

Hamsterley Forest
Bishop Auckland is a small Market town in County Durham. The Castle just off the mArket Place is the home to the Bishop of Durham, The Land of the Prince Bishops. The gardens hold a deer park

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 spas in this relaxing area.

Auckland Castle

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.

North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

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.

Binchester Roman Fort

Weardale Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Stanhope. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Weardale Museum

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 spas in this relaxing area.

Escomb Saxon Church

Activities

Durham History Tour

Durham History Tour

AU$35
per adult
Durham History Tour
Enjoy local legends surrounding the UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Harry Potter and Marvel's Avengers.

Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

AU$20
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Durham Full City Tour

Durham Full City Tour

AU$45
per adult
Durham Full City Tour
Walkabout Durham History Tour

Walkabout Durham History Tour

AU$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walkabout Durham History Tour
Dark Durham Tour

Dark Durham Tour

AU$31
per adult
Dark Durham Tour
Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting

Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting

AU$59
per adult
Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting
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Cities near Rookhope

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Bishop Auckland