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Attractions near Shildon

Auckland Castle (2 Miles)* Auckland Castle is the home of the Bishop of Durham, and has been for the past 800 years.

Low Barns Nature Reserve (5 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 (6 Miles)* Built for the mighty dynasty of the Nevills, this great fortress stands proud and defiant, its history rolling back almost a thousand years.

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Coundon Tourist Information (2 Miles)*

Bishop Auckland Tourist Information (2 Miles)* Bishop Auckland - Ancient and historic market town, seat of the Bishop of Durham since the 12th century. The largest town in the Wear Valley, lively, with good shopping and busy markets (Thursdays and Saturday).

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Hotels near Shildon

Manor House Hotel (3 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.

Barcelo Redworth Hall Hotel (3 Miles)* The Barcelo Redworth Hall Hotel is a secluded Jacobean style hotel, set in 150 acres of peaceful woodlands. Inside this grand exterior the Barcelo Redworth Hall Hotel has a cosy, homely feel.

Best Western Whitworth Hall Hotel (5 Miles)* South of Durham city and close to the A1, the welcoming Whitworth Hall Hotel is set in the heart of a 73-acre deer park. The parkland setting is home to red and fallow deer, an ornamental lake and historical gardens.

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Self Catering near Shildon

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.

City of Durham Sylvan House Apartment (10 Miles)* A luxurious and contemporary newly built 2 bedroomed holiday apartment in the heart of Durham city, a world heritage site. It has a river front location and has magnificent views from both the lounge and dining room windows.

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