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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.

Darlington Railway Centre and 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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Towns near Gainford

Winston Tourist Information (2 Miles)*

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 17th century country house hotel with luxury spa and golf course is situated 10 minutes' drive from the A1.

Walworth Castle Hotel (4 Miles)* One of the country's finest historic hotels, parts of which date back to the 12th century, Best Western Walworth Castle is set in 18 acres of grounds only 3 miles from Darlington.

The Otter Hotel (5 Miles)* Under new ownership from 1st January 2006, the Otter is a popular, friendly, professionally-run hotel.

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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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