High Force Hotel - Newbiggin (Durham)

3-star hotel with complimentary attraction passes and dog-friendly amenities in Upper Teesdale

Dining Experience

High Force Hotel offers themed dinner nights that include stargazing suppers with a guided walk to the waterfall. The hotel serves homemade meals with local sourcing, including special diet menus for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. A coffee house on site provides fresh brews, and wine or champagne is available from the bar.

Activities & Entertainment

Guests at High Force Hotel can join walking tours and hiking routes that start directly from the property. The hotel provides fishing access along the Tees and cycling paths through Upper Teesdale. Board games and puzzles are available for indoor relaxation, while the stargazing supper offers an evening astronomy talk at the waterfall.

Pet-Friendly Policies

High Force Hotel Newbiggin is a dog-friendly hotel that provides pet baskets and bowls in all guest rooms. The hotel allows pets in the bar and lounge areas, with outdoor seating on the sun terrace for owners. Complimentary passes to Raby Castle and the waterfall include access for well-behaved dogs.

Family-Friendly Accommodations

The High Force Hotel has family rooms with private bathrooms and free cots available on request. A children's menu is served in the restaurant, with smaller portions and kid-friendly dishes. The hotel offers kids' outdoor play equipment in the garden and board games for indoor family time.

Location & Nearby Attractions

High Force Hotel is situated directly across from High Force Waterfall, one of England's most powerful waterfalls. The hotel provides complimentary passes for guests to access the waterfall and Raby Castle, a 24 km drive from the property. Bowes Museum, with its art and gardens, is also within easy reach, and Teesside International Airport is 58 km away.

• Complimentary passes: High Force Waterfall & Raby Castle included with every stay
• Pet amenities: Pet baskets, bowls, and dog-friendly policies
• Dining: Homemade meals with themed dinner nights and stargazing suppers
• Family features: Cots, children's menu, and outdoor play equipment
• Activities: Walking tours, hiking, fishing, and board games