High Force Hotel in Newbiggin (Durham), England

High Force Hotel offers 11 en-suite bedrooms, each decorated individually with unique furnishings. Rooms include family rooms with ample space, private bathrooms with Temple Spa toiletries, and roll-top baths in select accommodations. The hotel provides allergy-free rooms, heating, and non-smoking rooms throughout the property.

The traditional restaurant serves lunch and dinner with homemade meals, including Sunday lunch, vegetarian options, and a dedicated children's menu. Breakfast offers a buffet, à la carte, full English/Irish, and fresh pastries with gluten-free and dairy-free alternatives. The hotel also runs themed dinner nights and uses local ingredients across its menus.

Guests receive complimentary entrance passes to High Force Waterfall and Raby Castle, both included in the room rate. The hotel hosts stargazing supper events with expert astronomers and floodlit waterfall views. On-site activities include walking tours, hiking, cycling, fishing, and canoeing, plus board games and puzzles in the lounge.

High Force Hotel welcomes dogs with pet baskets, pet bowls, and no out-of-bound areas for pets. The hotel offers packed lunches for day trips and a picnic area with outdoor furniture. Dogs can join their owners in the bar and garden, and the hotel provides local walking route recommendations.

Family rooms are available with cots and high chairs upon request. Kids can use the outdoor play equipment and borrow from a selection of board games and puzzles. The restaurant offers a children's menu, and the hotel provides a family-friendly garden and sun terrace.

Location: Opposite High Force Waterfall, 24 km from Bowes Museum

Rooms: 11 individually decorated en-suite bedrooms

Dining: Homemade meals with themed dinner nights

Activities: Complimentary passes to Waterfall & Raby Castle

Pet Policy: Dog-friendly with pet baskets and bowls

Family: Cots, children's menu, outdoor play equipment