Our story is your story too – living history in the making

Being a real castle you’d imagine our history is a rich tapestry? Dating back to 1389, Lumley Castle boasts legendary stories of betrayal, epic tales of war, rumours of unrequited love, and a host of Royal visits and stunning pageantry across the centuries.

Today, Lumley Castle is a luxury 4 Star Hotel perfectly suited to discerning leisure guests, corporate clients, and foodies
who just love to indulge.

All are welcome to our beautiful castle. The genuine warmth of our people, our rich historical decor, and the sheer majesty of scale blend seamlessly to provide the start of your story…

Your room in the castle

Castle or courtyard?

We have 73 unique, individual bedrooms, decorated with furnishings which evoke a period of a bygone era. Think four poster beds, feature baths and rooms with stunning views over the parkland. Whether you’re looking for one of England’s top historical landmarks, a romantic couple’s retreat, or a great weekend break for the family, we have something for everyone.

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Knights Restaurant

The elegant Knights Restaurant and our sophisticated private dining rooms provide the perfect backdrop for your tastebuds to savour the glorious flavours of Lumley’s fine food. We pride ourselves on serving good food and our exquisite array of dishes is prepared using only the finest, freshest ingredients and they are cooked and presented to perfection.

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Banqueting & Events

Weekends may never be the same again

There’s always something going on at Lumley, whether it’s an elegant afternoon tea, our famous banquets, a devious murder mystery evening or a perplexing afternoon in the new Escape Room. Make sure you check the events page often. You can book the event (and your room too) right here on the website.

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Upcoming Events

Wedding Open Day

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Come and see our wedding state rooms how they could look on your special day

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Elizabethan Banquets

£36.50

5 course banquet with one goblet of wine & one mead, includes entertainment & disco.

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Murder Mystery – Motive For Murder 2019

£36.50

Enjoy a Reception drink, Three Course Dinner & Murder Mystery Entertainment.

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Only Fools & Three Courses

£39.00

Join us for the dinner event of the year which combines fine food and classic comedy action

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Escape Rooms Durham

£15.00

Can you escape from Lily of Lumley, in this exciting & unique escape room challenge?

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Only Fools and 3 Courses The Sequel

£39.00

Comedy Dining are pleased to bring you the sequel to our very popular Only Fools and 3 Courses.

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Halloween Spooktacular

£39.00

What better place to celebrate Halloween than in a haunted castle?!

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Elizabethan Banquets Christmas Dates

£36.50

Come and live like Lords and Ladies as we transport you back to a bygone era.

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Your Lumley Stories

“Sleep Like Royalty in Lumley Castle” Julie Moody-Hunter

Over the past 6 years we have gone to The Family Christmas Sunday Lunch at Lumley Castle. We always have a great family day all 10 of us. The service is fabulous from the booking and organising from Jan to the perfect treatment we get from all the staff, receptionists to chefs and waiting staff…

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“Thank you for making this little girl’s dreams come true” Julie Moody-Hunter

Over the past 6 years we have gone to The Family Christmas Sunday Lunch at Lumley Castle. We always have a great family day all 10 of us. The service is fabulous from the booking and organising from Jan to the perfect treatment we get from all the staff, receptionists to chefs and waiting staff…

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“Made our dream day exactly what we had imagined” Liam & Gemma Small

From booking 18 months prior the Weddings team made every effort to ensure nothing was too much trouble and were very easy to contact when required.

When we visited the Castle we were made to feel very welcome and they ensured the planning was stress free!

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“What can I say about our experience at Lumley Castle for our wedding!” Gemma and John

After meeting the lovely team and viewing the rooms on our first visit we knew instantly this was the perfect venue for our Beauty and the Beast themed wedding ceremony and wedding reception.

We booked the venue well in advance and as promised we were kept updated of when menu choices, number of guests, final payments etc were due.

Nothing was a problem and the staff assisted/advised in helping our day being a magical one to remember and it sure was.

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“The most magical wedding day” Gemma and John

After meeting the lovely team and viewing the rooms on our first visit we knew instantly this was the perfect venue for our Beauty and the Beast themed wedding ceremony and wedding reception.

We booked the venue well in advance and as promised we were kept updated of when menu choices, number of guests, final payments etc were due.

Nothing was a problem and the staff assisted/advised in helping our day being a magical one to remember and it sure was.

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“Black Knight Restaurant, Lumley Castle – Durham” by New Girl in Toon

Perched up on top of a hill, Lumley Castle has stood guard over Chester le street for over 600 years. A local luxury wedding venue and hotel, but have you ever heard much about the Black Knight Restaurant? Well now you will. Being a local lass for 35yr, I must admit that it is only in 2017/8 I finally visited Lumley Castle…

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“Weddings at Lumley Castle” by New Girl in Toon

My own wedding back in September has left me with a real passion for the wedding industry in the North East and the beauty of writing a blog has meant that I’m able to indulge myself in all things wedding even though I’m no longer planning one myself. Today I’m very excited to tell you all about weddings at Lumley Castle in County Durham…

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“Lumley Castle Durham Hotel Review & Elizabethan Banquet” by Katie Meehan

Blogging has taken me many places but one place I didn’t expect to visit so early in my blogging career was Lumley Castle! I first visited Lumley Castle, which is in Durham in July. I was speaking on a panel for the North East Chamber of Commerce’s annual ‘Inspiring Female’s’ conference…

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“Cabaret Charity Night” By Simply Carina

A couple of weeks ago I went to a charity cabaret evening at Lumley Castle. It was the first time I’d ever been to Lumley Castle and I hope it won’t be the last! What a beautiful location!!! The event was to raise money and awareness for cancer research and turned out to be a lovely evening…

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“The Family Christmas Lunch” Ann & Allan

Over the past 6 years we have gone to The Family Christmas Sunday Lunch at Lumley Castle. We always have a great family day all 10 of us. The service is fabulous from the booking and organising from Jan to the perfect treatment we get from all the staff, receptionists to chefs and waiting staff…

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Our story is your story too – living history in the making

Your room in the castle

Castle or courtyard?