Walworth Castle Hotel
Darlington
📍 Darlington, DL2 2LY
🔌 Nearest public charging: · 0.0 mi (Open Charge Map)
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- Set within a 12th-century castle on 18 acres of grounds
- Individually styled castle bedrooms, some in historic towers
- On-site Castle Tavern and beer garden dining
- Self-catering cottages and lodge with hot tubs in the grounds
- Hosts weddings and private events in historic castle rooms
Walworth Castle Hotel sits in Darlington, County Durham, within 18 acres of grounds including woodlands and lawns. The 12th-century castle offers individually styled bedrooms, some set within historic towers with original features, alongside more contemporary annex rooms. On site, the Castle Tavern & Beer Garden serves home-cooked food, with afternoon tea and private dining also available. For a different stay, the grounds include a dog-friendly gatehouse lodge, a holiday cottage and Keeper's Cottage, each with their own hot tub. The castle also hosts weddings and private celebrations. The surrounding area offers further interest nearby, including Tees Cottage Pumping Station's visitor centre and engine houses, and the Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society, all a few miles away, with Heighington station 3.4 miles from the hotel.
Practical details
- Pets
- Dog friendly, up to two dogs at Keeper's Cottage
- Families
- Lodge accommodates 6 guests, good for family stays
Accommodation on site
- Castle suites and rooms
- Annex rooms
- Gatehouse lodge
- Holiday cottage
- Keeper's Cottage
Details taken from the operator's own website on 23 Oct 2026 — check current terms when you book.
Facilities
- ✓ Hot Tub
- ✓ Bar
- ✓ Restaurant
- ✓ Pet Friendly
- ✓ WiFi
- ✓ Parking
- 🔌 EV Charging Nearby
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