High Shincliffe Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

High Street North. Low Shincliffe
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High Street North. Low Shincliffe
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Former racecourse grandstand Adjacent to Strawberry Lane the remains with the course area beyond. Shincliffe Racecourse opened in 1895 and was closed by the start of the First World War.
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Shincliffe Hall Keys to the Past Web Site: Shincliffe Hall was built as a house in about 1771, though it is now occupied by Durham University Graduates. SHINCLIFFE HALL LANE NZ 2840 (South end, off) 13/89 Shincliffe Hall GV II House, now occupied by Durham University Graduates' Society. Circa 1771 for William Rudd, with C20 alterations. Narrow brick in Flemish bond with painted stone dressings. Main block has graduated stone tiles on roof; wing has Welsh slate roof. Old brick chimney stacks. Double-span main block with contemporary wing set corner-to-corner on right rear. 2-storey, 3-bay garden front has band between storeys and replaced sashes with projecting stone sills and segmental brick heads. Late C20 addition on ground- floor right bay. Steeply-pitched 2-span roof with stone-coped gable parapets and shaped kneelers. Tumbled-in brickwork on gables. Twin-gabled returns: 2-storey canted brick bay, with replaced sashes and hipped roof, on left return of front range; some 12-pane sashes on left return of rear range; 2-storey late C19 lean-to addition on right return. Tripartite sash window and early C20 glazed octagonal porch on rear of main block. 3-bay wing, of 2 storeys and attics,has mainly replaced sashes, some in altered openings,and a catslide roof with transverse end stacks. Lower 2-storey rear facing courtyard. Interior: main block contains cut-string, open-well staircase, of 3 flights plus landing rail, with 2 turned balusters per tread and a ramped and wreathed handrail. Staircase hall has modillion cornice. 6-panel doors in architraves with panelled reveals. Late C20 flat-roofed addition on right ground-floor bay of garden front is not of interest.
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Barn at High Shincliffe Off the A177
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

Delta Hotels by Marriott Newcastle Gateshead

4 out of 5
Marconi Way, MetroCentre, Newcastle Gateshead England
The price is NZ$149 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
NZ$149
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Gateshead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (646 reviews)
The room heating/cooling system was not affective. The pillows were uncomfortable and the mattress gave myself and my husband a bad back in the morning. The shower pressure was also terrible. The room was dated.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

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Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

Sandman Signature Newcastle Hotel

4 out of 5
Gallowgate Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$179 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$179
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
I would like to say this is almost good 3.75 stars. The room although on appearance good there were a number of issues albeit minor that over the duration of the stay was a let down considering the upgrade we had paid for. The carpet was frayed, cups were dirty a their was only a water glass each ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

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Maldron Hotel Newcastle

Maldron Hotel Newcastle

4 out of 5
Newgate Street Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
The price is NZ$188 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$188
26 Feb - 27 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,100 reviews)
Clean room. Ideal location

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Maldron Hotel Newcastle
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Station Suites

Station Suites

4 out of 5
5 Linthorpe Rd Middlesbrough England
Stay at this aparthotel in Middlesbrough. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (27 reviews)
Thank you to everyone at Station Suites - I had an amazing stay and can’t wait to return. The room was absolutely perfect: spotlessly clean, very spacious, and in a fantastic location directly opposite the railway station. The staff were even more wonderful. I missed breakfast, and a lovely lady ...

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

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Roomzzz Newcastle

Roomzzz Newcastle

4 out of 5
FRIAR HOUSE, CLAVERING PLACE Newcastle-upon-Tyne England
Stay at this aparthotel in Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (471 reviews)
Upon check in Lukas was polite, welcoming and professional. Room was nice.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Roomzzz Newcastle
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead

3 out of 5
Laluna Apartments Gateshead England
Stay at this apartment in Gateshead. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Quayside and St. James' Park are located ...
Beautiful 1-bed Apartment in Gateshead
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A little known gem within Durham. A lovely walk through the gardens to the Greenhouses

Durham University

Explore the campus of Durham University during your trip to Durham. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

Durham University
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Durham Cathedral

Durham Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this culturally rich area.

Durham Cathedral
On the way in to Durham Castle, Durham, UK

Durham Castle

Durham Castle is just one of the places to see in Durham, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the spas and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.

Durham Castle
Durham Lumiere is a fantastic event that takes place every two years. This is a light installation of coloured umbrellas at the Gala Theatre. Free entry to Lumiere after 7:30!

Gala Theatre Durham

Enjoy a performance at Gala Theatre Durham, a popular theatre in Durham. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Gala Theatre Durham

Diggerland

Enjoy an outing to Diggerland during your stay in Langley Park. Discover the lively bars and acclaimed theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Diggerland

Crook Hall and Gardens

Explore the great outdoors at Crook Hall and Gardens, a lovely green space in Durham. Visit the stunning cathedral and lively bars in this culturally rich area.

Crook Hall and Gardens

Activities

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NZ$68
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NZ$51
per adult
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Best of Newcastle Highlights Walking Tour

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NZ$46
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Durham History Tour

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NZ$41
per adult
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1.5 Hour Explore Newcastle Walking Tour

NZ$46
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