The Old Post Office in Lanchester is a Grade 11 listed building built in 1788 for Sarah and Mary Brown. It has extensive grounds with a large garden at the rear and a sheltered courtyard for use by the guests.

Keith & Pauline decided to open up their 'empty nest' after the five children left home. It also allowed Pauline to retire from full time teaching of English and Drama. Pauline looks after the rooms and the whole decor of the house. Keith has been a 'food entrepreneur' for over 30 years and, although semi - retired, still works as a consultant to several food projects in the UK and Europe. However, his prime role in the B&B is to cook the breakfasts using as many local ingredients as possible. We are fortunate to have travelled extensively and have a pretty good idea of what our guests need and have tried to put this experience into our guests having first class facilities in a 'home from home' environment with hosts that really care about you having a positive experience.

The Village of Lanchester is a rural working village with many amenities including 5 restaurants within 300 metres of our Front Door. We have a Bistro, Italian, Traditional Greek and Pub Grub styles. We also have an ATM and 'SPAR' Convenience store. There is Cycling Trek and four Golf Courses within easy reach (under 10 miles), We also have the Award winning Beamish Museum just 4 miles away, historic Durham Castle and Cathedral just 7 miles away and Hamsterly Forest Outdoor Centre only 10 miles away.