Bed and Breakfast

The Shoes

16 Sunderland Road, Durham, DH1 2JT, United Kingdom – Great location - show map

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8.6
Excellent
356 reviews

Charming, comfortable, secure and Great Full English breakfast. Billy and Debbie are Salt of the Earth… Good People, Gracious - Warm - Welcoming. I know where I will be staying next time I travel to Durham!

T Mexico

Comfortable, clean rooms, friendly staff, good value

Daniel United States of America

comfortable and clean for an exceptional value! quiet for being also a pub.

Lester Taiwan

Clean room, pleasant staff - I didn't have breakfast but it smelled good. Easy walk into Durham but on a main toad so bus options exist. I wanted somewhere to stay after a work night out and it was great.

Richard United Kingdom

The breakfast was a wonderful full English!! I was at the table at the time I suggested...and food was there within minutes! Well prepared and presented! Truly satisfied with serving size! The location was perfect for my needs for the stay. On a main road with access to major routes. A mile out of Durham city center gave me a lovely walk into town. On a bus route, so I could have chosen that way...but it was a great route for a walk.

Terence United States of America

Loved the staff and the entire place was immaculate. Smelled of clean, fresh laundry. The pub was full of locals who were all friendly.

Kieran United States of America

Breakfast was very good. The bedroom was very comfortable. It was in just the right location and distance from town for a 5K circular run.

Ricky United Kingdom

twin beds with tea making facilities and shared bathroom. 20min walk from station, and great value for money. Nice hosts that provide the keys

Ikemba United Kingdom

very easy walk to the town centre, the bedding was fresh and airy and enjoyed my stay

Grace United Kingdom

My friend and I enjoyed a warm and comfortable stay in the Shoes. The room was spotlessly clean and in spite of being next to a busy road it was very quiet at night. The breakfast was generous in size and delicious. The landlord and landlady were friendly and helpful. It was just a short walk to the River Wear and an easy walk into Durham City Centre.

Alison United Kingdom
8.6
Excellent
356 reviews
  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Charming, comfortable, secure and Great Full English breakfast. Billy and Debbie are Salt of the Earth… Good People, Gracious - Warm - Welcoming.”
    T T Mexico Mexico
  • “Comfortable, clean rooms, friendly staff, good value”
    Daniel Daniel United States of America United States of America
  • “comfortable and clean for an exceptional value! quiet for being also a pub.”
    Lester Lester Taiwan Taiwan
  • “Clean room, pleasant staff - I didn't have breakfast but it smelled good. Easy walk into Durham but on a main toad so bus options exist.”
    Richard Richard United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “The breakfast was a wonderful full English!! I was at the table at the time I suggested...and food was there within minutes! Well prepared and presented! Truly satisfied with serving size!”
    Terence Terence United States of America United States of America
  • “Loved the staff and the entire place was immaculate. Smelled of clean, fresh laundry. The pub was full of locals who were all friendly.”
    Kieran Kieran United States of America United States of America
  • “Breakfast was very good. The bedroom was very comfortable. It was in just the right location and distance from town for a 5K circular run.”
    Ricky Ricky United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “twin beds with tea making facilities and shared bathroom. 20min walk from station, and great value for money. Nice hosts that provide the keys”
    Ikemba Ikemba United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “very easy walk to the town centre, the bedding was fresh and airy and enjoyed my stay”
    Grace Grace United Kingdom United Kingdom
  • “My friend and I enjoyed a warm and comfortable stay in the Shoes. The room was spotlessly clean and in spite of being next to a busy road it was very quiet at night.”
    Alison Alison United Kingdom United Kingdom

Categories:

  • Staff9.5
  • Facilities8.8
  • Cleanliness9.2
  • Comfort8.7
  • Value for money 9.5
  • Location8.5
High score for Durham

The Shoes, a property with a bar, is located in Durham, 12 miles from Beamish Museum, 14 miles from Stadium of Light, as well as 16 miles from The Sage. The bed and breakfast is in an area where guests can engage in activities such as fishing and cycling.

A Full English/Irish breakfast is available each morning at the bed and breakfast.

Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art is 16 miles from The Shoes, while Theatre Royal is 17 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 24 miles from the accommodation.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

The Shoes has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Sep 6, 2018

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Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Bar

Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish

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Room Type
Sleeps
 
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews
Categories:
Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.5
Free WiFi
10
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  • T
    MexicoMexico
    “Charming, comfortable, secure and Great Full English breakfast. Billy and Debbie are Salt of the Earth… Good People, Gracious - Warm - Welcoming. I know where I will be staying next time I travel to Durham!”
  • Daniel
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Comfortable, clean rooms, friendly staff, good value”
  • Lester
    TaiwanTaiwan
    “comfortable and clean for an exceptional value! quiet for being also a pub.”
  • Richard
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Clean room, pleasant staff - I didn't have breakfast but it smelled good. Easy walk into Durham but on a main toad so bus options exist. I wanted somewhere to stay after a work night out and it was great.”
  • Terence
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “The breakfast was a wonderful full English!! I was at the table at the time I suggested...and food was there within minutes! Well prepared and presented! Truly satisfied with serving size! The location was perfect for my needs for the stay. On...”
  • Kieran
    United States of AmericaUnited States of America
    “Loved the staff and the entire place was immaculate. Smelled of clean, fresh laundry. The pub was full of locals who were all friendly.”
  • R
    Ricky
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “Breakfast was very good. The bedroom was very comfortable. It was in just the right location and distance from town for a 5K circular run.”
  • Ikemba
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “twin beds with tea making facilities and shared bathroom. 20min walk from station, and great value for money. Nice hosts that provide the keys”
  • Grace
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “very easy walk to the town centre, the bedding was fresh and airy and enjoyed my stay”
  • Alison
    United KingdomUnited Kingdom
    “My friend and I enjoyed a warm and comfortable stay in the Shoes. The room was spotlessly clean and in spite of being next to a busy road it was very quiet at night. The breakfast was generous in size and delicious. The landlord and landlady were...”
Property questions and answers
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  • Hi. How far is it to walk to the Cathedral please? and do you offer any 'Breakfast included' deals?
    it would take approximately 30 mins to walk to the cathedral and there is an option for breakfast as well as for room only
    Answered on 23 July 2021
  • Is there double beds available or twin rooms only
    twin rooms only
    Answered on 11 June 2021
  • how far is it to walk from the station?
    The train station is about a 45 minute walk away.
    Answered on 31 December 2021
  • hi is there any parking, either free or paid nearby. thanks
    loads of off road parking nearby.
    Answered on 31 December 2021
  • Do you have any rooms with a private bathroom? Thank you
    all rooms have showers and toilets that are for exclusive use of occupants
    Answered on 31 December 2021
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Host Info

9.5
Host Review Score
Winner of the television series Four in a bed, is justified by the cleanliness of the rooms the friendly and warm welcome and especially the hearty breakfast. We have three tastefully decorated bedrooms offering bed and breakfast accommodation. The location is perfect for those wishing to visit Durham City and the surrounding areas. Recently renovated and refurbished. There are three twin bedrooms all beautifully furnished. Each room has en suite bathroom, wall mounted flat screen TV with freeview and tea/coffee making facilities. WiFi internet access also available. Durham a World Heritage Site has a Castle and Cathedral which is a must to explore. A University City, Durham has many historical places of interest also many restaurants and bars. For many centuries, Durham was a virtually independent state ruled by the Prince Bishops not the Crown. The Prince Bishops were more or less the “Kings of County Durham”. This is why Durham is now known as the “Land of the Prince Bishops” You can cruise on the river with the Prince Bishops Riverboat, or take out a rowing boat yourself, both available for hire. Situated about 12 miles from Durham is the Award winning Beamish open ai...
I opened the Shoes in May 2008- after many years working in the licensed trade running restaurants and Bars including bed and breakfast properties. I decided it was time to invest in my own property and found the location and property when the Shoes came up for sale, formerly known as the Three Horseshoes in Gilesgate Durham. The property has undergone extensive renovation including a fully refurbished bar-beer garden-kitchen and also incorporates 3 letting bedrooms all en-suite.
Durham a World Heritage Site has a Castle and Cathedral which is a must to explore. A University City, Durham has many historical places of interest also many restaurants and bars. For many centuries, Durham was a virtually independent state ruled by the Prince Bishops not the Crown. The Prince Bishops were more or less the “Kings of County Durham”.
Language spoken: English
Area info *
Amenities of The Shoes
Most popular amenities
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

12:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Check-out

Until 10:30 AM

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prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Legal info

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Shoes

  • Room options at The Shoes include:

    • Twin

  • The prices at The Shoes may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Guests staying at The Shoes can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.3).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at The Shoes is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The Shoes offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing

  • The Shoes is 1.2 miles from the center of Durham.