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Attractions near Gainford

Raby Castle (4 Miles)* Built for the mighty dynasty of the Nevills, this great fortress stands proud and defiant, its history rolling back almost a thousand years.

Head of Steam - Darlington Railway Museum (7 Miles)* The museum collection covers the railways of North-East England, with particular emphasis on the Darlington area. Of greatest significance is Stephenson's "Locomotion" (1825), which hauled the inaugural train on the Stockton and Darlington Railway.

The Bowes Museum (7 Miles)* Where else in the world can you see a 230-year-old mechanical silver swan, still in working order, alongside a Turner or a Canaletto?

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Ingleton Tourist Information (2 Miles)*

Eppleby Tourist Information (2 Miles)*

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Hotels near Gainford

Headlam Hall Hotel (1 Mile)* A secluded rural retreat, this Jacobean country house hotel with luxury spa and golf course is situated 10 minutes' drive from the A1. The AA 4-star Headlam Hall Hotel is the 'North East England Small Hotel of the Year 2009 Gold Award Winner'.

Best Western Walworth Castle Hotel (4 Miles)* Best Western Walworth Castle Hotel is set in 18 acres of grounds only 3 miles from Darlington and J58 off the A1M. This independently owned hotel offers accommodation in 32 bedrooms including four-poster beds and tower suites.

Manor House Hotel (5 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.

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Self Catering near Gainford

Tavern Cottage (6 Miles)* Tavern Cottage is a stone built cottage, situated in the centre of the small quiet village of Newsham, overlooking the village green. The location is midway between Barnard Castle and Richmond.

Dove Cottage (7 Miles)* Dove Cottage is a delightful character cottage nestling in a peaceful location in the historical market town of Barnard Castle. The cottage is only a short stroll from the town centre, which has numerous bars and restaurants.

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