The Old Mill
About this property
Just off exit 61 from the A1M highway, The Old Mill is a traditional English Inn offering excellent food all day and private bedrooms. Durham is just 5 miles away. Nicely furnished bedrooms feature bathrooms with a shower or bathtub. They also include free Wi-Fi, TVs, hair dryers, telephones and tea/coffee making facilities. Enjoy a fine meal from the The Old Mill’s English and European menu in the large dining room, the mezzanine balcony or the atrium. The bar has cozy alcoves creating a warm intimate atmosphere. Durham is easily accessible and the cathedral and University are a short 10-minute drive away. The Angel of The North and Newcastle are both within reach.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Free Wifi
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
- Bar
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Catherine
United Kingdom“The ambience, decor, history, menu, staff, parking and service” - Stephen United Kingdom“Warm welcome and informed me of meal times and where to go to find my room as I've never been here before. I went for a special on the menu and thoroughly enjoyed the Game Casserole with a leek dumpling and root mash. A full breakfast was also...”
- Paul
United States“We had a very nice stay at the Old Mill. Highly recommended. Our rooms were clean and comfortable with great lighting in both the sleeping area and the bathroom. They also had an electronic shower which turned out to be nice. We had our dinner...” - Bede
Australia“A beautiful, quaint country inn, perfect for me travels in and around the north east. Easily accessibly from Durham, yet off the main roads and highway. I was impressed by the quietness of the rooms, their isolation from the tavern area, and the...” - Cherie United States“Friendly staff amazing breakfast and value for stay”
- Hooson United Kingdom“Second visit in 2 years. Excellent location, good value for money. Great and friendly staff.”
- Ashley United States“The food in the evening and breakfast were excellent and good value for money. They room had a complimentary bottle of water along with biscuits and tea/coffee/hot chocolate.”
- Nick United Kingdom“The friendly welcome, the proximity to Spennymoor Town Football Club (we were in the North East for the League Match against Chester FC), the comfort and cleanliness of the room and a very acceptable dinner and freshly cooked breakfast-to-order...”
- King United Kingdom“Four of us stopped her overnight to attend a family party nearby ,the rooms were spotless and nicely decorated ,the bed had lovely fresh crisp linen on comfy pillows ,my only criticism of the whole stay is that I found the bed a little too hard...”
- Anonymous United Kingdom“A small but comfortable room that was perfect for a single night stay. Both dinner and breakfast were excellent with a varied dinner menu . Portions are large but so enjoyable We would definitely return”
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House rules
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
