We recommend staying for at least two nights to visit The Auckland Project’s attractions, including Auckland Palace and Gardens, the Faith Museum, the Spanish Gallery, and the Mining Art Gallery.
Please visit The Auckland Project website for up-to-date opening times and ticket information, why not purchase a Bishop’s Key pass which will give you an entire years access to all the attractions.
Park Head is also the perfect base for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling and golf.
We’ve included our recommendations below of the fantastic sites to see, to help you plan your next break with us.
Auckland Palace is one of the best-preserved bishop’s palaces in Europe.
Highlights include the Georgian Gothic state rooms, the magnificent St Peter’s Chapel, and one of the finest collections of Zurbarán paintings in the world. Don’t miss the beautiful gardens, including the historic Walled Garden, where fresh produce is grown and used in dishes at Park Head Hotel.
With an intimate and awe-inspiring collection of mining art, the Mining Art Gallery gives a truly unique insight into the lives and souls of County Durham coal miners and their communities.
Immerse yourself in the Spanish Golden Age at the UK’s first gallery dedicated to the art, history and culture of Spain.
Inspired by the Zurbarán paintings in Auckland Palace, the Spanish Gallery contains the UK’s largest collection of 16th and 17th-century Spanish artworks outside London, including work by El Greco, Murillo and Velázquez.
Take a ride on the Weardale Railway to enjoy stunning views of Weardale, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Managed by The Auckland Project and the Weardale Railway Trust, Weardale Railway operates regular heritage passenger services from Stanhope Station.
Did you know by being a guest of ours at Park Head, you will unlock a 10% discount off railway tickets! Ask at reception for more information.
Watch the epic tale of England come to life in this spectacular, live action outdoor show, presented by our sister charity Eleven Arches.
Journey through time with amazing performances and unforgettable adventures for all the family.
This spectacular live performance show is on every Saturday night in summer starting at the end of July and running until the beginning of September.
Park Head Hotel is the perfect base for walkers and cyclists, with a number of walking trails and cycle paths within easy reach of the hotel.
Explore the historic Deer Park surrounding Auckland Palace, follow the Auckland Way, or join one of the Northern Saints Trails, which follow ancient pilgrimage routes in the North of England.
A longer stay at Park Head Hotel will give you the opportunity to visit Durham City, Barnard Castle and the Durham Dales, all within easy reach of Bishop Auckland.
Visit the Visit County Durham website to find more inspiration for days out, activities and places to visit in the local area.
Don’t forget to ask at reception for discounted entry tickets to places like Raby Castle & Gardens, the Beamish Open Air Museum and Diggerland Durham, a fun place to explore for children and adults alike.
Park Head Hotel is ideally located next to Bishop Auckland Golf Club, an 18 hole par 72 golf course with stunning views of the picturesque Wear Valley and Auckland Palace. We are also a short drive away from Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Barnard Castle Golf Club.
Visit our Special Offers page to plan your golf break at Park Head Hotel, in partnership with Bishop Auckland Golf Club, Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Barnard Castle Golf Club.
Our 38 en-suite hotel rooms offer everything you need to enjoy your stay in Bishop Auckland.
We serve timeless classics with a twist, making the most of locally sourced produce, most of which is sourced from the Walled Garden at Auckland Palace.
Conveniently a 3 minute drive from Park Head, BAGC offers a fantastic 18 hole golf course set in stunning parkland.
Challenging enough to challenge an experienced golfer, but accessible enough to welcome newcomers and novices, the course is adaptable and exciting for golfers of all abilities and experience.
Our Stay and Play Packages are available for arrivals Monday-Saturday and include:
£189 for one night Sunday - Thursday (based on 2 sharing)
We will take the stress and hassle away from your break, booking your overnight stay, dinner reservations and tee times. To make a booking or find out more, please call Park Head on 01388 661727 or email [email protected]
If you already have an accommodation booking with us and want to add a round of golf to it, please contact us on the details above where we can reserve a tee time on your behalf.
To find out more about BAGC please visit www.bagc.com
PREFERENTIAL RATE
Park Head are also thrilled to have a special relationship with nearby BCGC and are pleased to offer a preferential rate for a round of golf at their beautifully maintained 18 hole golf course. If you want to add a round to any booking at Park Head, please contact us directly to find out more or book a tee time.
Why not give yourself another chance to win? Play BAGC one day of your stay, and BCGC the next – the overall winner is the champion of your visit to Bishop Auckland!
Please note that whilst Park Head will book your BCGC tee time to ensure you receive our preferential rate, payment will be made directly to BCGC on arrival at the club.
Please Note: all golf breaks and tee times at BAGC and BCGC are subject to availability based on existing members bookings and other events such as open competitions taking place within the clubs. Whilst all requests for tee times will be accommodated wherever possible, this cannot be guaranteed.
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