Overlooking the West Durham Hills, The Moorings Hotel is just 5 minutes drive from Chester-le-Street With a stylish bistro and cosy bar, the hotel offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi The colourful bedrooms at Moorings Hotel have flat-screen TVs and seating areas All rooms have a luxury bathroom with a large corner bath, and most have scenic countryside views The Moorings Bistro serves traditional British cuisine, using fresh local produce With original features and period charm, the bar offers a range of real ales, light meals and cooked breakfasts With a rural location in County Durham, The Moorings is surrounded by picturesque walking routes Lively Newcastle is a 25-minute drive away, and Durham centre can be reached in 15 minutes drive