Top Things to do in Weardale
What to do and see in Weardale, England: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day
Discover the best top things to do in Weardale, United Kingdom including The Weardale Museum & High House Chapel, Fondant & Apron Strings, Black Bull Inn, St Thomas the Apostle's Church, The Bay Horse Wolsingham, Weardale Railway.
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1. The Weardale Museum & High House Chapel
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5.0 based on 33 reviews
The Weardale Museum is a volunteer run charity in Ireshopeburn, County Durham. It is a small cottage museum which occupies the house next to High House Methodist Chapel, the oldest methodist Chapel in continuous use. The Museum collection tells the story of the lead-mining people and also their encounters with John Wesley and the early methodists and a visit to the chapel is part of the admission fee. The trustees encourage visitors to touch and interact with many of the fascinating objects in their Weardale Kitchen. Durham quilts and a beautifully embroidered tapestry of Weardale History are among the highlights of a visit as well as the collection of sparkling crystals and minerals from the nearby lead mines. For those interested in family history we offer a huge database of over 60,000 Weardale people. Our season starts at the Easter weekend and then we are open From May 1st to October 31st. Check our website for details of the hours and days of opening.
Reviewed By 443jillg - Albuquerque, United States
I am an American who has researched my genealogy, trying to learn more about my English ancestors for many years. I've discovered many far-flung relatives in the US, also descending from John Atkinson and Martha Miller of Stanhope, England. Amazingly, all of us had the same family lore: that our great great grandfather played with a band that performed in the Crystal Palace. But we never got the whole story about who they were and how and why we ended up in America. Until we connected with Ken Heatherington of the Weardale Museum. He had all the intertwined names of my ancestors, their stories and relationships. I can't say how much I appreciate the Weardale Museum helping us solve ancestral mysteries and giving faces and personalities to our ancestors who, before this, were only names on a chart.
2. Fondant & Apron Strings
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5.0 based on 32 reviews
3. Black Bull Inn
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By rachb790 - Staindrop, United Kingdom
Enjoyed a fabulous meal with friends. Every meal was delicious. What a fabulous atmosphere, we’ll almost definitely be back.
4. St Thomas the Apostle's Church
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By AnnetteJ682
Right in the centre of Stanhope, this beautiful church and graveyard is well worth a visit. Rest awhile in its peace, and admire the artistry all around you. Woodcarvings, stonework, stained glass (Medieval and Victorian) and ornate needlework all delight the eye and soothe the soul. Look out for the Roman altar recovered from the moors, the Frosterley Marble Victorian font and a Saxon font. The graveyard is also of interest, with many headstones conveying the heartbreakingly high levels of child and infant mortality of the past. Don't miss the stone coffins from Crusader times to the left of the church porch, and take time to marvel at the 250 million year old Fossil Tree near the churchyard entrance. The church now has a lovely little coffee shop inside, serving homemade cake and hot drinks. Staffed by friendly volunteers, you're assured of service with a smile!
5. The Bay Horse Wolsingham
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4.0 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By chrisstevenson83 - Sedgefield, United Kingdom
Situated in the village of Wolsingham, the Bay Horse Hotel is a converted 19th century farmhouse. The bar is stunning, warm, comfortable, and inviting. The restaurant is small and quaint, giving the option of an intimate diner for two, or as a party. The rooms are pleasantly decorated and en suite. However, there are a lot of stairs so would not be suitable to some. We spent four nights here, and it felt like family. Staying in room two, we had access to the front balcony. The views from this are great. Taking in a beck, bridge, stone cottages and rolling hillsides, it is an ideal place to while away a few hours with a nice glass of wine. Our hosts, Amanda and Rob, were amazing. Friendly and welcoming, they made us feel at home. As we were the only guests mid-week, they allowed us a good lie-in and made breakfast when we went down, rather than a strict timetable. They had great local knowledge on good walks, attractions and events. They could not do enough for us, even offering a fleece blanket so we could enjoy the balcony one cooler evening. Bed and Breakfast starts at around £50; meals are around £10. A well-stocked bar has a wide variety of drinks, beer and such is from Cameron’s Brewery. The Bay Horse is perfect for a drink, meal or short stay. For walkers, it’s ideally sited for access to Weardale. With only a short stroll to the high street, it’s a great place to forget it all, relax, and enjoy some fresh air.
6. Weardale Railway
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3.5 based on 547 reviews
