Wearhead Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Burtreeford Mill, Cowshill This large three-floored corn mill is built into the riverbank so the top floor is level with the top of the bank. The water wheel was driven by water from both Killhope Burn and Sedling Burn. It was built in the early 19th century and was used until 1939. The machinery was finally removed in 1990 and it is now a private dwelling http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRNMAP=D4640
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Burtreeford Mill, Cowshill This large three-floored corn mill is built into the riverbank so the top floor is level with the top of the bank. The water wheel was driven by water from both Killhope Burn and Sedling Burn. It was built in the early 19th century and was used until 1939. The machinery was finally removed in 1990 and it is now a private dwelling http://www.keystothepast.info/durhamcc/K2P.nsf/K2PDetail?readform&PRNMAP=D4640
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Bail Hill Bail Hill Farm at the head of Weardale.
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Hay meadows downstream of Cowshill Colourful fields above the Killhope Burn.
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Wearhead View down to Wearhead from the Bents.
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Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house

Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house

Wearhead England
Stay at this lodge in Bishop Auckland. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Weardale Museum and Killhope Lead ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (11 reviews)
Pet friendly, very clean &comfortable

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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Butterfly Lodge, Cosy Winter get away in this snug converted rural cart house
Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort

4 out of 5
Slaley Hall Hexham England
The price is NZ$230 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$230
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
The rooms were nice and comfortable and clean the staff where very nice and the food was great

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
The Beaumont Hotel

The Beaumont Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Beaumont Street Hexham England
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The price is NZ$198 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
NZ$198
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (502 reviews)
Staff were really lovely and helpful. Room was very clean and quiet, and the hotel was perfectly situated in the centre of Hexham. The only issues were the very few parking spaces available, and the fact we could only park for up to 2hrs with a permit during the day, if there wasn’t any space in ...

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

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Lovelady Shield House

Lovelady Shield House

3 out of 5
Lovelady Lane Alston England
Stay at this holiday home in Alston. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attraction Nenthead Mines is located nearby.
Lovelady Shield House
WILLIAMSTON BARN & COWSHED -sleeps 14, stunning barn conversion, luxury finishes

WILLIAMSTON BARN & COWSHED -sleeps 14, stunning barn conversion, luxury finishes

Brampton Northumberland
Stay at this holiday home in Brampton. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios.
Fantastic property beautifully presented - disappointing that HomeAway don’t manage the whole proces
The property was amazing and owners very flexible around arrival time and departure. Couldn’t fault it and would definitely choose to stay again. However very confusing that received 2 invoices - 1 from Homeaway and another from Crabtree and Crabtree. Confusing as to what was being paid for what. ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2020

WILLIAMSTON BARN & COWSHED -sleeps 14, stunning barn conversion, luxury finishes
Luxury King bedroom with ensuite bathroom in a wing of a private Country House

Luxury King bedroom with ensuite bathroom in a wing of a private Country House

Hexham Northumberland
Stay at this holiday home in Hexham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and patios. Popular attractions De Vere Slaley Hall Spa and Chesters Roman Fort are located nearby.
Liked everything about this stay. The property was exceptional . The decor, the bedding , the surroundings were all amazing. Every detail had been considered. Would not hesitate to recommend

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2024

Luxury King bedroom with ensuite bathroom in a wing of a private Country House
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Popular places to visit

A nice day with the dogs at Hamsley forest

Hamsterley Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Hamsterley Forest, a lovely green space in South Bedburn. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hamsterley Forest
Bishop Auckland is a small Market town in County Durham. The Castle just off the mArket Place is the home to the Bishop of Durham, The Land of the Prince Bishops. The gardens hold a deer park

Auckland Castle

After visiting Auckland Castle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bishop Auckland. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Auckland Castle

North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Explore the great outdoors at North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a lovely green space in Stanhope. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Escomb Saxon Church

Escomb Saxon Church is just one of the places to see in Bishop Auckland, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the riverfront or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Escomb Saxon Church

Weardale Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Weardale Museum in Stanhope. Discover the countryside and bars in this quaint area.

Weardale Museum

Bishop Auckland Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Bishop Auckland at Bishop Auckland Golf Club. Visit the stunning cathedral and spas in this relaxing area.

Bishop Auckland Golf Club

Activities

Durham History Tour

Durham History Tour

NZ$42
per adult
Durham History Tour
Enjoy local legends surrounding the UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to Harry Potter and Marvel's Avengers.

Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters

NZ$23
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Guided Walking Tour of Durham & its Infamous Characters
Durham Full City Tour

Durham Full City Tour

NZ$54
per adult
Durham Full City Tour
Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting

Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting

NZ$70
per adult
Pub and History Tour of Durham with Alcohol Tasting
Walkabout Durham History Tour

Walkabout Durham History Tour

NZ$37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Walkabout Durham History Tour
Dark Durham Tour

Dark Durham Tour

NZ$37
per adult
Dark Durham Tour
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