Crathorne Hall Hotel  

One of Yorkshires grandest country house hotels awarded four red stars for exceptional quality and service and has been recognised as one of the top 200 hotels in the countryCrathorne Hall is set in 15 acres of woodland with views of the Leven Valley the River Leven and the Yorkshire Moors yet conveniently located only 8 miles from Durham Tees Valley airport 10 miles from Darlington city centre and Middlesbrough and Stockton-on-Tees.For those visiting the area for pleasure the Yorkshire Dales are close by Captain Cook Museum and Lightwater Valley Theme Park is only 33 miles away. Crathorne Hall also provides the opportunity to take a walk jog along one of the walking trails but also wander the well manicured lawns.After this return to the hotel for a hot toddy by the roaring fire in the drawing room or a chilled glass of wine under an umbrella on the terrace depending on the season.Please note children under 12 years are accommodated free when staying with an adult however if an extra bed is required for this these can only be accommodated in an Executive room.From July 2007 the hotel will be non-smoking throughout (from laterooms.com)