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Frosterley Tourist Information

Frosterley was once an important centre for the limestone industry. Its renowned marble, an ornate limestone containing 323 million year old fossil corals, can be seen in Frosterley Parish Church, the polished columns of Durham Cathedral, the chapel of the Bishop's Palace, Auckland Castle and in nearby Crook Civic Centre.

 

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River Wear at Frosterley © Claire and Tony Wakefield
The fells around Frosterley © Claire and Tony Wakefield
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Attractions near Frosterley
Low Barns Nature Reserve (8 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.
Raby Castle (11 Miles)*
Built for the mighty dynasty of the Nevills, this great fortress stands proud and defiant, its history rolling back almost a thousand years.
Auckland Castle (12 Miles)*
Auckland Castle is the home of the Bishop of Durham, and has been for the past 800 years.
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What's near Frosterley

Attractions:
  Low Barns Nature Reserve  8 Miles
  Raby Castle  11 Miles
  Auckland Castle  12 Miles
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Towns:
  Stanhope  2 Miles
  Wolsingham  3 Miles
  Eastgate  5 Miles
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Estate Agents:
  Stuart Edwards Estate Agents Ltd  9 Miles
  Stuart Edwards Estate Agents Ltd  12 Miles
  Addisons Chartered Surveyors  12 Miles
Hotels:
  Best Western Derwent Manor Hotel  9 Miles
  The Lord Crewe Arms  9 Miles
  The Rose & Crown  9 Miles
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Self Catering:
  East Cottage  <1 Mile
  Footway Cottage  2 Miles
  Bric-a-Brac Holiday cottage  2 Miles
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Campsites:
  Brockwell Wood  17 Miles
  Donnewell Farm CL  21 Miles
  Hadrians Wall Caravan and Camp Site  25 Miles
TIC: Stanhope Tourist Information Centre     Tel: 01388 527650  5 Miles



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Towns near Frosterley
Stanhope Tourist Information (2 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.
Wolsingham Tourist Information (3 Miles)*
Wolsingham is often called the 'Gateway to Weardale'. Originally a Saxon settlement but became for many centuries the market town for lower Weardale.
Eastgate Tourist Information (5 Miles)*
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.
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Hotels near Frosterley
Best Western Derwent Manor Hotel (9 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.
Manor House Hotel (11 Miles)*
A quintessential English manor house steeped in history, this charming residence presents itself as the ideal destination for a relaxing country break in the historic county of Durham.
De Vere Slaley Hall (12 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.
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Self Catering near Frosterley
East Cottage (< 1 Mile)*
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
Hamsterley Cottage (7 Miles)*
Hamsterley Cottage is located opposite the village green in Hamsterley, and offers cosy accommodation for up to 6 people - one large double room, one twin bedded room, with a superior bed settee in the lounge.
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