A charming English manor house close to the A1 road, with a gym, swimming pool, sauna and spa Wi-Fi is free in public areas and food is served all day Built on foundations which date back to the 12th Century, the hotel is reputed to have been Henry VIIIs hunting lodge and home to the Eden family It houses secret passages and even a friendly ghost or two! Set in its own landscaped grounds and equipped with multi-functional rooms and a spa, it is an ideal base for exploring County Durhams many attractions These include Durham Cathedral and Castle, the Durham Dales, Bishop Auckland, and Barnard Castle