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S&DR200 Festival
Derwentcote Steel Furnace
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Forge Lane
Hamsterley
County Durham
NE17 7RS
Hamsterley
County Durham
NE17 7RS
Tel: +44 0191 269 1205
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Guide Prices
| Ticket Type | Ticket Tariff |
|---|---|
| All Types | Free |
Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.
TripAdvisor
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- Very Good4
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Recent Reviews:
- john eGateshead, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travelNot much has changed
Tuesday, 24th August 2021I passd by while on a short walk in the area, and took time to renew my impressions of the site. With a bit of imagination you can understand why it was built there, and why it fell into disuse... Read full review - SeabhagArgyll and Bute, United KingdomTrip Type:CouplesInformative and enjoyable guided tour
Tuesday, 31st August 2021The guide, John, was welcoming and informative. The walk was informal but educational, John answered lots of questions and our small group had a lovely hour. The information boards were good, but... Read full review - john SNewcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomTrip Type:Solo travelEnjoyable ane informativeSaturday, 1st July 2023Great visit to Derwentcote Furnace.Guide John (English Hertiage) was very good .Access to Furnace and interesting walk around the site . Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Guide Dogs Permitted
Catering
- Picnic Site
Parking & Transport
- Car Parking Offsite - There is a car park on the opposite side of the A694. The car park is signposted. Please take care when crossing the road.
Provider Facilities
- Dogs Accepted - Dogs allowed on leads.
Tours and Demonstrations
- Educational Visits Accepted
- Guided Tours Available for Groups
Access Information
Opening Times
| 2024 (1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024) |
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* Open any reasonable daylight hours. There is no access to the interior, access can be arranged via our guided tour programme.
Highlights...
Auckland Palace Deer House and Park, Bishop AucklandA charming Gothic Revival 'eyecatcher' built in 1760 in the park of the Bishops of Durham.
Egglestone Abbey, Barnard CastleCharming ruins of Premonstratensian Abbey and picnic area in a picturesque location on the River Tees.
Finchale Priory, BrassideThe very extensive remains of a 13thC priory, founded on the site of a retired pirate's hermitage.
Bowes Castle, BowesThe impressive ruins of Henry II's 12thC tower keep, set within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore Pass over the Pennines.
Barnard Castle, Barnard CastleA spectacular fortress set on a high rock above the market town, Barnard Castle takes you back to the 12th century. Spot Richard III’s boar emblem carving, enjoy the sensory garden and stunning views of this riverside location.
