Tow Law Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Panorama from Heatherley Clough, Tow Law This panorama is a composite of five photographs. The panorama was taken from a public footpath which passes through the length of Heatherley Clough in Tow Law. The furthest scenery is the easterly part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Panorama from Heatherley Clough, Tow Law This panorama is a composite of five photographs. The panorama was taken from a public footpath which passes through the length of Heatherley Clough in Tow Law. The furthest scenery is the easterly part of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Photo by Ian Porter (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
St Bartholomew Church, Thornley Village, County Durham There are two places in County Durham called Thornley. This Thornley, in West Durham, is much smaller than the other; both have a link with coal mining, in this case a history as long ago as 1569. The village itself has an even longer history, the earliest reference to Thornley is in a land grant of 1070-80. The church was built in 1838 as a simple stone building. It was almost doubled in size in 1842 and altered to give a Gothic appearance. In 1891, the tower, octagonal steeple and outer door were added. Thornley is approached by single track roads. The road into the village is marked as a cul-de-sac so is easily missed. http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRN=D6895
Photo by Ian Porter (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Young Covert Young Covert as seen from the road
Photo by Graham Scarborough (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)
Bridge over Thornley Beck Bridge over Thornley Beck as it runs through Spring Wood
Photo by Graham Scarborough (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

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Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

4 out of 5
Carrville Durham England
The price is AU$1,920 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
AU$1,920
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Durham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
Great facilities and friendly staff, rooms in the old part of hotel could use some updating

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

4 out of 5
Marconi Way, MetroCentre, Newcastle Gateshead England
The price is AU$137 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$137
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (637 reviews)
Spotlessly clean room

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead
Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

4 out of 5
Gallowgate Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is AU$153 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
AU$153
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was cute

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel
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Roomzzz Newcastle

Roomzzz Newcastle

4 out of 5
FRIAR HOUSE, CLAVERING PLACE Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (469 reviews)
The reception was great. The room excellent with all the facilities you could need. Staff were great.

Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026

Roomzzz Newcastle
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

3 out of 5
Laluna Apartments Gateshead England
Stay at this apartment in Gateshead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' Park are located ...
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead
PREMIER SUITES Newcastle

PREMIER SUITES Newcastle

4 out of 5
Thornton House Thornton Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions St. James' ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
Clean rooms furniture a little tired, but great for City centre rooms

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

PREMIER SUITES Newcastle
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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

5/5(1 review)

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

Witton Castle

Explore the great outdoors at Witton Castle, a lovely green space in Evenwood. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this relaxing area.

Witton Castle

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

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 Tow Law

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Bishop Auckland