Discover County Durham’s timeless treasures, from Beamish and Durham Cathedral to elegant museums and historic market towns.

Redworth Hall Hotel, Durham ****

Set within 150 acres of peaceful parkland, the magnificent four-star Redworth Hall Hotel is a beautifully restored 17th-century Jacobean manor house, combining historic character with modern comforts. Enjoy comfortable bedrooms, delicious meals in the hotel's restaurant and relax in the welcoming lounge and bar. The hotel also boasts excellent leisure facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, making it the perfect base for exploring County Durham.

Price Includes

• 4 nights dinner, bed & breakfast

• Tea/coffee after dinner

• Free use of hotel leisure facilities

• Entry to Beamish Open Air Museum

• Entry to Bowes Museum

• Coach excursions as described

• Fully escorted throughout

We offer one FREE place in every 20, or one at half price for every 10. We can also arrange one pick up (if required) of your choosing for the whole group (minimum of 20 passengers). For groups larger than 20, please email coaches@kirbyscoaches.co.uk.

Discover Durham

Experience the rich history, grand architecture and fascinating heritage of County Durham on this fully escorted holiday, combining world-class museums, historic cities and picturesque market towns.

Based at the elegant four-star Redworth Hall Hotel, this carefully planned tour showcases some of the North East's most treasured attractions while allowing plenty of time to explore at a relaxed pace.

Begin your holiday with a visit to the attractive market town of Newark-on-Trent, renowned for its historic marketplace, riverside setting and impressive castle ruins.

Step back in time at the award-winning Beamish, The Living Museum of the North, one of Britain's most celebrated open-air museums. Ride traditional trams, wander historic streets, visit working farms and explore faithfully recreated shops and homes as costumed characters bring the 1820s, Edwardian era and wartime 1940s vividly to life.

Discover the magnificent Bowes Museum, one of England's finest museums. Housed within an impressive French château-style building, its outstanding collections include fine art, fashion, ceramics, silver and the famous Silver Swan automaton. Afterwards, enjoy free time to explore the charming market town of Barnard Castle, with its independent shops, cafés and historic streets.

Spend time in the beautiful city of Durham, dominated by its magnificent Norman Cathedral and imposing castle. Explore the city's medieval lanes, browse independent boutiques, relax beside the River Wear or choose to join a guided tour of the spectacular cathedral, one of the UK's most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Before returning home, visit the elegant Lincolnshire town of Stamford, often regarded as one of England's finest stone towns. Wander its Georgian streets, browse independent shops or enjoy a coffee while admiring its beautifully preserved historic architecture.

Tour Highlights

• Four nights at the Redworth Hall Hotel

• Entry to Beamish, The Living Museum of the North

• Visit the Bowes Museum

• Free time in Barnard Castle

• Explore historic Durham

• Optional guided tour of Durham Cathedral

• Visit picturesque Stamford

• Leisure facilities at the hotel

Combining fascinating museums, historic cities, beautiful architecture and charming market towns, this relaxing holiday is perfect for anyone with an interest in Britain's rich history and heritage.