Stanhope Tourist Information |
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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. The Durham Dales centre in the Castle gardens is a showcase for local crafts. The Dale's Christian heritage is reflected in Stanhope especially in its 12th century church of St. Thomas, (the little 'cathedral of the dale') and railway enthusiasts can visit The Station, home of the Weardale Railway Trust.
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Attractions near Stanhope
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Low Barns Nature Reserve
(11 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. |
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Raby Castle
(13 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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Auckland Castle
(14 Miles)*
Auckland Castle is the home of the Bishop of Durham, and has been for the past 800 years. |
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Towns near Stanhope
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Frosterley Tourist Information
(2 Miles)*
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. |
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Eastgate Tourist Information
(3 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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Rookhope Tourist Information
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Hotels near Stanhope
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Self Catering near Stanhope
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East Cottage
(3 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 |
Weardale Cottage
(5 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. |
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