Location: Bishop Auckland
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What to do and see in Bishop Auckland, England: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Bishop Auckland /ˈbɪʃəp ˈɔːklənd/ is a market town and civil parish in County Durham in north east England. It is located about 12 miles (19 km) northwest of Darlington, 12 miles (19 km) southwest of Durham and 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Crook at the confluence of the River Wear with its tributary the River Gaunless. According to the 2001 census, Bishop Auckland has a population of 24,392, recounted at 16,296 for the 2011 Census.
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1. Auckland Castle
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4.5 based on 383 reviews
Auckland Castle is one of the best-preserved bishops’ palaces in the whole of Europe and is at the centre of The Auckland Project. The Castle is currently undergoing major conservation work, which will transform its state rooms to their original Georgian Gothic splendour, as designed by the renowned English architect James Wyatt. Auckland Castle re-opened Saturday, 2 November 2019. Parking available at North Bondgate car park, DL14 7PG. PLEASE NOTE: We are temporarily closed due to Covid-19.
Reviewed By alexadams62 - Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Visited here while my friends and I were in Bishop Auckland today. The Castle was closed due to getting work done to it so we had walk around the deer park which is near the castle and learned a lot about the history that links the deer park to Auckland castle.
2. Escomb Saxon Church
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4.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Sean002 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
This is a wondrous small Church and amazing to see it standing proud after having been on the site since around 675AD.It also has the oldest sun dial in its original setting in the Country and lots more of significant historical interest.
3. Binchester Roman Fort
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By rebeljenn - Ruislip, United Kingdom
We visited first thing on the way back to London and had the place to ourselves. There are a couple of excavations to see with many more (I'm sure) buried still. The bathhouse is in excellent condition from the floor and under the floor level. The guide also told us about the human footprints in the concrete, so we looked out for those. English Heritage members receive a slight discount. Interesting place if you enjoy Roman Britain history. They need some support in this time, especially with wanting to do more excavation work to understand our history more and preserve the past as I am sure there's a lot under the soil there.
4. Auckland Tower
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4.5 based on 38 reviews
Your visit to The Auckland Project begins at Auckland Tower, where you can find all the information you need to explore the castle, grounds and local area. Here you will buy entry tickets, collect guidebooks and maps, get directions, and learn about special seasonal events and activities. Parking available at North Bondgate car park, DL14 7PG. PLEASE NOTE: We are temporarily closed due to Covid-19.
Reviewed By Tangoj63 - Leighton Buzzard, United Kingdom
We visited soon after it had opened in the morning. A very friendly and knowledgeable guide told us a lot about the whole project, the ceiling paintings and the ongoing work from the top of the tower. Well worth visiting the project even while parts are still undergoing renovation.
5. Witton Castle Country Park
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4.0 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By Z9045PSstepheng - Skipton, United Kingdom
Lovely weekend and dog friendly caravan, enjoyed the walks around nature reserve and woods, finished off with a lovely meal in restaurant and cellar bar. Highly recommended. Thanks. Mr S J Gray and family.
6. The Ball & The Bradford Boy
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