The Old Mill Hotel
Durham
📍 Thinford Road, Durham, DH6 5NX
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 1.3 mi (Open Charge Map)
Photo: Derek Harper (CC BY-SA 2.0)
- 12 ensuite bedrooms in a historic, family-run building
- Rooms recently refurbished to a high standard
- Breakfast included with every stay
- Home-cooked meals made with fresh, local ingredients
- Short drive from Durham city centre, near the A1
The Old Mill is a family-run hotel and restaurant set in a historic building near Durham, County Durham, with 12 recently refurbished ensuite bedrooms, including nine doubles and three singles. It sits a short drive from Durham city centre and is easily accessible from the A1, making it a convenient base for exploring the area while staying away from the hustle and bustle. Rooms come with free WiFi, Smart TVs, tea and coffee facilities, and breakfast included. The on-site restaurant serves home-cooked meals made with fresh, local ingredients. Nearby attractions include the Durham Mining Museum, The Story, and the Oriental Museum, all within a few miles, with Durham station around 5.2 miles away.
How far to…
- Durham city centre
- 15-minute drive
- Station
- 5.2 miles
- Durham Mining Museum
- 3 miles
- The Story
- 4.1 miles
- Oriental Museum
- 4.2 miles
Practical details
- Parking
- Easily accessible from the A1 motorway
- Families
- Breakfast included in all rates
Accommodation on site
- Rooms (double and single ensuite)
Details taken from the operator's own website on 23 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Parking
- 🚌 Near a Bus Stop
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