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Eastgate Tourist Information

Eastgate is a tiny hamlet where Roman remains were found, including an altar, a copy of which can be seen at the side of the road. Eastgate once marked the eastern entrance to Stanhope Park, the Bishop's hunting park in Weardale, it is now the site of the Weardale Leisure Complex.

 

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Attractions near Eastgate
Low Barns Nature Reserve (13 Miles)*
Regarded as one of Durham Wildlife Trust's premier reserves, this 50 hectare wetland site contains mixed woodlands and grasslands. A recently refurbished visitor centre is open to the public and something of interest can be seen throughout the year.
Hexham Racecourse (14 Miles)*
Perched on Yarridge Heights high above the historic market town, Hexham Racecourse has been the home of National Hunt racing in Northumberland for well over a century. It is now Northumberland's only racecourse.
South Tynedale Railway (15 Miles)*
Buy your ticket in the restored Victorian station building for a leisurely ride through the beautiful scenery of the South Tyne valley. The trains are hauled by preserved steam and diesel engines from Britain and abroad.
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What's near Eastgate

Attractions:
  Low Barns Nature Reserve  13 Miles
  Hexham Racecourse  14 Miles
  South Tynedale Railway  15 Miles
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Towns:
  Rookhope  1 Mile
  Westgate  2 Miles
  Stanhope  3 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Stuart Edwards Estate Agents Ltd  13 Miles
  Addisons Chartered Surveyors  15 Miles
  Foster Maddison  15 Miles
Hotels:
  The Lord Crewe Arms  7 Miles
  Best Western Derwent Manor Hotel  10 Miles
  The Rose & Crown  11 Miles
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Bed and Breakfast:
  Belle Vue Country  2 Miles
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Self Catering:
  Belle Vue Country Holiday Cottage  2 Miles
  Belle Vue Country Holiday Cottage  2 Miles
  Weardale Cottage  3 Miles
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Campsites:
  Brockwell Wood  19 Miles
  Hadrians Wall Caravan and Camp Site  21 Miles
  Donnewell Farm CL  26 Miles
TIC: Middleton-In-Teesdale Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01833 641001  8 Miles



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Towns near Eastgate
Rookhope Tourist Information (1 Mile)*
Westgate Tourist Information (2 Miles)*
Westgate is a popular centre for walking. Visitors to Westgate can see the foundations of the former Prince Bishops' Hunting Lodge.
Stanhope Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
The historic market town of Stanhope with its cobbled Market Place, stands on the banks of the river Wear and has a strong industrial heritage, which stems from mining lead and quarrying limestone for iron and steel making.
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Hotels near Eastgate
Best Western Derwent Manor Hotel (10 Miles)*
Nestled within 20 acres of gorgeous Northumberland countryside, the Best Western Derwent Manor Hotel commands stunning views over the Derwent Valley and offers a truly tranquil location, ideal for peaceful getaways.
De Vere Slaley Hall (11 Miles)*
The beautiful De Vere Slaley Hall is a luxurious hotel set in 1000 acres of Northumberland moorland and forest. A former Edwardian mansion the hotel offers a unique getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Cumberland Inn (15 Miles)*
This family-run, 5-bedroom traditional pub overlooks the River South Tyne. It has traditional cider and cask ales, homemade bar meals and welcoming, friendly staff.
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Self Catering near Eastgate
Weardale Cottage (3 Miles)*
Characterful stone cottage with original flagged floors, solid fuel Rayburn and stove. The lounge has a traditional leather suite, TV with DVD player, hifi with CD and tape players. Originally two separate cottages.
East Cottage (5 Miles)*
East Cottage is a refurbished grade II listed building over 200 years old and built from local limestone. Originally a quarrymans cottage it is full of old world character with many original features such as limestone flagged floors,open b
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