Hotels in Shildon · Hotel

The Brown Horse Hotel

The Brown Horse Hotel is one of the stays around Shildon, scoring 4.3/5 across 145 reviews on Tripadvisor, about 19 km from the mapped city center, listed at Brown Horse, High Stoop, Bishop Auckland DL13 4HJ.

4.3 Tripadvisor (145 reviews) 19 km from center

Brown Horse, High Stoop, Bishop Auckland DL13 4HJ

4.3/5 Guest score
145 Reviews
19 km From city center
3-5 days Typical stay
18 Hotels listed

Ranked #9 of 18 by guest score · #16 closest to the mapped city center.

Best time in Shildon is typically Summer — guides often suggest around 3-5 days — the mapped sights feel compact.

About

The Brown Horse Hotel is located outside Tow Law, 25 minutes’ drive from the historic city of Durham. This family-run property offers a restaurant and free WiFi. Each room at The Brown Horse Hotel has a attractive décor, a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee-making facilities and a private bathroom. The hotel offers easy access to local attractions with Beamish Museum, Hadrian’s Wall and Shildon Railway Village within an hour’s drive. Newcastle is 22 miles away.

Amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Spa

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Stay tips for Shildon

Pulled from this destination’s travel tips — useful when choosing an area or planning evenings.

  • Don't forget to bring comfortable walking shoes for exploring the museums and forests.

  • Book your accommodation in advance during the high season to avoid any last-minute hassles.

  • Try the local cuisine at the various cafes and restaurants in Shildon.

More tips on the city page

Recent reviews

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  • tracyc679 4.0/5 Aug 31, 2026

    Lovely place,very friendly and welcoming. We called for drinks a couple of times whilst staying close by in our touring caravan. Donu0027t be put off by the excessive signage outside ( it reminded me of …

  • Susan M 2.0/5 Jul 26, 2026

    My dad aged 93 has been having Sunday lunch delivered for a couple of years odd issue but overall good however last week had a beef dinner delivered where the beef was not edible. I contacted them re…

  • Mary D 5.0/5 May 8, 2026

    Excellent. Great place to stay. Owners and all staff friendly and welcoming. They do everything to ensure you have everything to make your stay enjoyable. Rooms are comfortable, clean and nicely pres…