National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens in Durham: photos, reviews

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Crook Hall Gardens in Durham offers a delightful escape amidst a blend of history and natural beauty. With an average Google rating of 4.6, it's a highly recommended spot for a leisurely visit of 2-3 hours. The gardens boast stunning, colorful displays that invite patrons, pets included, to explore their enchanting paths. The maze challenges visitors with its twists, while the allotment, showcasing grape vines, is a cherished feature. History enthusiasts can appreciate the hall's origins dating back to 1286, with the Minstrel Gallery adding to the charm.

Families will find it both peaceful and engaging, with the space being suitable for children. The tranquil pond and wellbeing garden offer serene spots for relaxation, and the bookshop provides a chance to pick up a memento. If a break is needed, the on-site café serves delightful soups and cheese scones, adding to an array of pleasures. Convenient parking makes this accessible retreat in the heart of Durham city center a must-visit place for those seeking a harmonious blend of culture and nature.

Recommended visit time

2-3 hours

Features

Pets allowed, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for children, Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment, Wheelchair accessible parking, Wheelchair accessible entrance, Toilet

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

Leazes Rd - Underpass Stand A

Bus stop 489 m walk

Freemans Place Coach Park

Bus stop 144 m walk

Leazes Road - Millburngate Bridge

Bus stop 477 m walk

Claypath Millennium Place

Bus stop 468 m walk

Freeman's Place

Bus stop 428 m walk

Durham (DHM)

Train station 555 m walk

4.6

based on 1,477 reviews

Google

4.6/5 1,472 reviews

Facebook

5/5 5 reviews

Geoff Clark

Gardens are nice to see with different settings with things for children to do. Cafe let's it down a bit with food choices. Our toasted sandwiches were lacking filling 😩

Abigail Dawber

Loads of stuff to do and entertain the kids, activities and walks. However it is not wheelchair or pram friendly at all up stairs to access or a locked gate you have to wait for someone to open to get and and out very wobbly cobbles and rocks great for walking around beautiful place but not for wheelchair or pram users. Parking is a bit disastrous too all on hills.

Cleo Berglink

A bit disappointing as there is not much to see except for a medieval hall which stands largely empty. The garden feels really neglected, most flowers and plants are just withering away. Lovely maze and café experience though.

National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens in Durham

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