DARLINGTON
hit the big time in 1825, when George Stephenson's
Locomotion
hurtled from here to nearby Stockton-on-Tees, with the inventor at the controls and flag-carrying horsemen riding ahead to warn of the onrushing train, which reached a terrifying fifteen miles per hour. This novel form of transport soon proved popular with passengers, an unlooked-for bonus for Edward Pease, the line's instigator: he had simply wanted a fast and economical way to transport coa... [More]
All eighty-five bedrooms have a private bathroom, direct dial telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, trouser press, iron with ironing board and hair-dryer.You can enjoy a morning coffee or afternoon tea in our popular lounge and dine in the Northgate Restaurant which overlooks the bustling Hig... [More]
Nestled in the grounds of Durham Tees Valley Airport with exceptional views of the airport, runways and the Flying Club, The Spa Hotel has a unique location only 400 metres from the Airport Terminal. The market town of Darlington with its historic railway heritage is nearby as is the Teesside Retail... [More]
This charming and delightful three star establishment with recently refurbished contemporary bar offering full bar menu, fully air conditioned conference facilities and free car parking makes this venue the ideal location for business and leisure. Close to North Yorkshire Moor, Beamish Open Air Muse... [More]
The White Horse is an independently owned hotel conveniently situated for leisure travellers just 2 miles from the A1(M). The hotel has fully air conditioned dining facilities and Hadrians Bar with an extensive menu using all fresh ingredients. Each of the 40 bedrooms have all been recently refurbis... [More]