Things to see & do close by
Chapman Hill is in a great location to explore all that the Northeast has to offer. Have an action packed day out and about and then come back to the farm to relax in your pod.
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Places to visit
Durham City is only a 20 minute drive away with so much to see and do. Explore the cobbled streets and walk about the historical cathedral and castle.
Newcastle is a 40 minute drive away. Shopping, stunning river, culture galore and an abundance of fantastic bars and restaurants to refuel in.
Below is a list of places to explore:
Hamsterley Forest - famous for mountain biking and walking, amazing kids play areas and a lovely little cafe
Low Barnes Nature Reserve – beautiful spot for a nature watching or a wander with the kids with a little café.
Hardwick Park – lovely open space with play areas, ducks to feed, café and walks
Bishop Auckland Castle – impressive castle to visit and gorgeous Deer Park to explore
Kynren – an open-air show in the summer months showing the history of the area
Locomotion – train museum with interesting displays and fun bits for the kids too
Raby Castle – beautiful castle, expansive grounds, play area, walled garden and amazing cafe
Bowes Museum – wonderful museum renowned for its collections of art, fashion and design. Lovely café.
Beamish Museum – amazing day out for all stepping back in time through the ages
Durham Cathedral – stunning cathedral in the centre of the historical city of Durham
Durham Botanical Gardens – beautiful gardens with so many areas to explore
Derwent Reserviour and Park – beautiful walks, play area, cafes (Boat Shack)
Barnard Castle – castle ruins to explore is the historic market town of Barnard Castle
Low and High Force – waterfalls on this waterside walk in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Newcastle – Baltic, Sage, Centre for Life, Discovery Museum, Angel of the North, Hancock Museum
Killhope Lead Mine – Step back in time learning about the areas mining history – hands on fun
Food & Drink
There are lots of brilliant places to eat near by or a variety of local places that will deliver:
Duke of York: Fir Tree 01388 767429
The Victoria: Witton le Wear 01388 488058
Cross Keys: Hamsterley 01388 488457
Copper Mine: Crook 01388 763333
The Dairy Barn: Crook 01388 767321
Bishops Lodge: Torronto 01388 664303
Activities & Sports
Chapman Hill is in a fabulous location to explore the area by foot or on wheels. The Farm is located in an area of outstanding beauty with an abundance of lovely walks. Hamsterly Forrest, a cyclists paradise is very close by.