Blackwell Grange Hotel - Darlington (Durham)

4-star 17th-century mansion with exclusive one-wedding-per-day policy in County Durham

Amenities

The Blackwell Grange Hotel offers a full leisure club with a heated indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, and sauna. Guests can book treatments in the on-site beauty salon or work with personal trainers in the fitness centre. The hotel also provides a spa and wellness centre with various massage options, including back, neck, and foot massage.

Rooms

Blackwell Grange Hotel provides character-rich rooms and suites with historic decor, reflecting its 17th-century origins. Room categories include deluxe double or twin rooms, superior double or twin rooms, and family rooms, all furnished with period-style furniture and tea/coffee making facilities. Each room features a private bathroom and some offer views of the well-maintained gardens.

Location

The Blackwell Grange Hotel Darlington sits in wooded parkland on the outskirts of Darlington, between the North Yorkshire Moors and the Pennines. Historic cities such as York and Newcastle are within a 45-minute drive, and Teesside International Airport is nearby for easy access. The hotel's grounds include sun terrace and outdoor furniture for relaxing in the County Durham countryside.

Wellness

The hotel's spa and wellness centre offers treatments such as full body massage, couples massage, and Indian head massage, available by pre-booking. Fitness classes with a personal trainer are held in the on-site gym, which also provides fitness/spa locker rooms. The wellness area includes a hot tub/jacuzzi and sauna, with the indoor swimming pool open all year.

Dining

Havelock's Restaurant at Blackwell Grange Hotel serves menus developed by an experienced culinary team using fresh, local ingredients. The hotel bar offers a snack bar menu, kids' meals, and a selection of wine/champagne for guests. Special diet menus and packed lunches are available upon request, and breakfast in the room can be arranged.

• Location: 17th-century mansion in County Durham, between North Yorkshire Moors and Pennines
• Rooms: Character-rich rooms and suites with historic decor
• Dining: Havelock's Restaurant with locally sourced ingredients
• Wellness: On-site leisure club with heated indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and spa treatments
• Weddings: Exclusive one-wedding-per-day policy for personalized attention
• Business: Meeting/banquet facilities with dedicated event planning team