Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection, Darlington (Durham)
About the Hotel
Rooms and Suites
Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection offers accommodations in the main castle or an adjoining annex. West Wing rooms feature twin or double beds. Castle rooms, located within the main castle, vary in shape and size, and some include original features. Four Poster Rooms feature a four-poster bed. Four Poster Suites, located in the castle's towers, are extra-large and some have a separate lounge area. All rooms include complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms provide a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, and heating. Private bathrooms have a shower and free toiletries. Select rooms offer garden views.
Dining at Walworth
The hotel offers dining options, including the 1189 Bar and Kitchen, which serves seasonal dishes. The hotel provides a traditional afternoon tea and grand afternoon tea. The afternoon tea includes dainty sandwiches, scones with clotted cream and preserves, and mini cakes, with unlimited tea and coffee. The grand afternoon tea includes a mini bottle of Prosecco with the traditional afternoon tea. A children's afternoon tea is available. Guests can dine more formally in the elegant restaurant, awarded an AA rosette for food excellence. The hotel offers a wide range of beers, lagers, ciders, and spirits, including a wide range of Gins served with Fevertree Tonic. There is also a selection of wines. Breakfast options cater to various dietary needs.
Leisure and Activities
Walworth Castle Hotel has an outdoor seating area with parasols that seats over 50 people. The hotel is near attractions including the Bowes Museum (15-minute drive), Walworth Castle Birds of Prey (1 km), and South Park (4.5 km). Other attractions within driving distance include Beamish Museum, Shildon Railway Museum, and Durham Cathedral. The hotel is located 25 km from Durham Tees Valley airport.
Location and Access
Located 5 miles from Darlington, Walworth Castle Hotel, BW Signature Collection provides access to the North East and Yorkshire. It is 5 miles from Junction 59 off the A1(M) and 1 mile from the A68. Darlington railway station is 5 miles away. Nearby landmarks include Head of Steam (6.5 km), Locomotion (6.5 km), and Piercebridge Roman Fort (3.5 km).
Services and Facilities
Walworth Castle Hotel can host events, including weddings, with venues such as the Ballroom and Cardinals Court, which can accommodate up to 100 guests. Other spaces for private dining include the Library Tower and Prince Bishops Dining Room. The hotel offers meeting rooms with amenities, including pads and pencils, flipchart and pens, cordial and water, tea and coffee, buffet lunch, and Wi-Fi. Services include a tour of the birds of prey collection, a behind-the-scenes tour, and a flying display.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- No pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Smoke detectors
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
- Children's play area
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Wi-Fi in rooms
- Heating
- Sitting area
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Direct dial telephone
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
