Old Bank House Barnard Castle

05/09/2026

County Durham: from moor to coast - wild, beautiful and full of life! 🌊🍃🦅🌸🌾

03/09/2026

Did you know one of the UK’s most spectacular natural wonders is right here in Teesdale? 🇬🇧✨

High Force Waterfall has officially been named as one of Britain’s most underrated wonders by The Telegraph.

Standing next to this mass of water roaring over ancient dolorite rock into a deep gorge in the North Pennines is an experience you won’t forget 🌊

If you’re looking for crisp autumnal walks, dramatic nature photography or a cosy countryside escape, Teesdale has it all…without the crowds of the Lake District!

🌿 How to visit:
📍 Location: High Force,Teesdale, County Durham
🚗 A scenic 20-minute drive through the countryside
🏡 Stay: at Old Bank House, Barnard Castle
🥾 Pro Tip: Cosy afternoons can be spent exploring the Bowes Museum, the many independent shops and cosy pubs right here in Barnard Castle…all from the doorstep!

Save this reel for your travel bucket list and tag someone who needs a UK break! 👇

03/09/2026

We are thrilled to see our magnificent local landmark, High Force Waterfall, featured in The Telegraph as one of 🇬🇧 BRITAIN’S MOST UNDERRATED WONDERS 🇬🇧

There’s something truly magical about the power and beauty of this waterfall which powers over the ancient Whin Sill in this UNESCO Geopark 🌊✨

If you’re looking for a peaceful escape or a world-class scenic hike, it is the perfect reason to visit Teesdale and the North Pennines. Come and experience this wonder for yourself, book your stay at Old Bank House - this is your sign to book your next getaway - just follow the link in bio 🏡🍃🍂

02/09/2026

⚡️🧹 Whether you’re a Harry Potter fan or simply searching for an unforgettable adventure, here are ✨25 MAGICAL EXPERIENCES ✨to enjoy across County Durham this autumn when you stay at Old Bank House 🧹⚡️ This is Durham 🙌

31/08/2026

Nothing makes our day quite like reading through our guestbook! 🥰 We love hearing about what our guests have enjoyed whilst staying at Old Bank House 😃

A huge thank you to our recent visitors for sharing their kind words:

💬 A lovely weekend, first time of visiting. Beautiful town, loads to see. Had a lovely meal at The Three Horseshoes, fab breakfast at No.3 and Castle Tap worth a visit. Thank you

💬 We had an excellent stay at Old Bank House. Beautiful accommodation in the heart of Barnard Castle. So much to see and do, I wish we could have stayed longer! The property is beautifully furnished with comfortable beds and smart tv’s in every room! Ideal as there were eight of us, so people could relax in their own space if they wished.

💬 We dined at Babul’s, which was excellent. And again at The Three Horseshoes for Sunday lunch, which again was excellent. There’s so much on your doorstep from lovely shops, choclatiers, artisan bakeries and a wealth of eateries. Highly recommend staying here. Thank you

💬 We really enjoyed our holiday here, your house is beautiful thank you!

💬 A wonderful stay in a fantastic locality. Loads to see and do around. Great house!

👉 Planning a group getaway for up to 8? Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, wedding, or a long-overdue catch-up Old Bank House is your perfect home away from home ✨

📍 Located in the heart of Barnard Castle
🛋️ Stylish, comfortable and spacious
🏡 Perfectly positioned for exploring County Durham including Durham City and The Durham Dales

Ready to book your stay? Click the link in our bio!
👉 Old Bank House - Holiday Home in County Durham

31/08/2026

🍃This “divine garden in a former coal-mining town” has just featured in the Financial Times.

Make sure you visit The Auckland Project during your stay - as well as the gardens, there’s the Auckland Palace, Deer Park, Faith & Mining Museums, The Spanish Gallery, Kynren & The Storied Lands, Auckland Tower and Binchester Roman Fort.

26/08/2026

💣 During WWII, scrap metal drives for the war effort stripped iron railings from across the UK - including right here in Barnard Castle’s town centre and behind us in St Mary’s churchyard.

🧐 So why did ours survive?

Simple - for sheer practical safety! Situated on the steep incline of The Bank, our railings were deemed essential to stop people from falling off the front steps.

Today, they’re one of the town’s surviving pieces of wartime history, sitting right outside our front door.

🔍 Next time you’re wandering through the town, look closely at the low stone walls of other historic buildings. You’ll still see the sawn-off metal stumps where the original railings were cut down for scrap!

History really is hiding in plain sight 🏡✨

📩 Save this post for your next trip to County Durham, or tap the link in our bio to book your stay surrounded by local history! 👇

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HiddenHistory UKTravel

15/08/2026