The Stables at The Black Horse

2.5 star property
Bed & breakfast in Crook with free parking

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Exterior
Double Room, Private Bathroom
Terrace/patio
Miscellaneous
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
42 Low Willington, Crook, England, DL15 0BD
  • Durham University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Durham Castle
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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Room options

Double Room, Private Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Crook

Located within 2 miles (3 km) of Whitworth Hall Country Park, The Stables at The Black Horse places you within a few miles (5 km) of Brancepeth Castle Golf Club. This 4-room bed & breakfast welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free self parking, and express check-in.

What's nearby

  • Brancepeth Castle Golf Club - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Durham University - 14 min drive - 8.1 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 15 min drive - 8.6 miles
  • Durham Castle - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles
  • Diggerland - 17 min drive - 11.1 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 17 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Horse Shoe Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Quarry Burn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Copper Mine - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Vault - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Stables at The Black Horse

Bed & breakfast in Crook with free parking
At The Stables at The Black Horse, guests have access to express check-in, express check-out, and wedding services. A stay here includes free parking.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoke-free property

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
This property is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Checking in and out are easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The bed & breakfast can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

The Stables at The Black Horse Crook
The Stables at The Black Horse Bed & breakfast
The Stables at The Black Horse Bed & breakfast Crook

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Stables at The Black Horse?

The Stables at The Black Horse offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Stables at The Black Horse?

As of Jun 20, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Stables at The Black Horse on Jun 25, 2025 start from $88.35, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see around The Stables at The Black Horse?

This bed & breakfast is located in Crook, close to National Railway Museum at Shildon, Durham Cathedral, and Whitworth Hall Country Park. You'll also find Brancepeth Castle Golf Club and Binchester Roman Fort within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at The Stables at The Black Horse?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast.

Does The Stables at The Black Horse feature a casino at the property?

No, The Stables at The Black Horse doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Stables at The Black Horse?

No, there is no indoor pool at this bed & breakfast.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Stables at The Black Horse?

Couples staying at this bed u0026 breakfast will appreciate amenities like a bar and wedding services plus some guestrooms include free Internet access.

Does The Stables at The Black Horse have a hot tub?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't have a spa tub.

Does The Stables at The Black Horse feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

The Stables at The Black Horse offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Stables at The Black Horse allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Stables at The Black Horse.

Are there connecting rooms at The Stables at The Black Horse?

No, this bed & breakfast doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from The Stables at The Black Horse?

The closest major airport to The Stables at The Black Horse is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 23 mi away (45 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is around 22.7 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Stables at The Black Horse?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Stables at The Black Horse.

Does The Stables at The Black Horse have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at The Stables at The Black Horse.

The Stables at The Black Horse Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay,lovely room and bed was really comfortable,nice and clean and good shower as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ideal for business stay

Ideal for one night business stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top Stay

First class everything you need for an overnight, spotless ckean and very friendly. Continental breakfast for one, could feed you all day. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

vicki

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Poor parking, step steps to rooms, only a 4ft bed, no cooked breakfast, limited choice continental breakfast. Booked for two nights only stayed one and have asked Expedia for refund for other night. Very upset/unhappy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room. Clean, warm and comfortable. Host friendly and accommodating. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Margaret

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort

Disappointing night away

We are very disappointed that the webpage said various breakfasts and continental breakfast, only to find that they only did continental breakfast and it was served in your room, which did not have any where to sit and eat. We told them the night before that we didn’t want continental breakfast, but they still delivered it outside of our door, which we did not eat, but were still charged for it. There were no bottles of water in the room, which in every accommodation we have stayed at before has always been supplied. The bed in the room was very small and there was no room at the end of it. On the brighter side, the bar area was good and vibrant and the pricing was good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

N

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great friendly staff and comfort.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was small but very comfortable. No room for a chair, but for a one night stay, not a problem. Very recently done and very tidy, the bathroom was very modern
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

4/10 Poor

michael

Business traveler
Disliked: Staff & service

Not worth the money.

Room was brand new and spotless, however they missed the mark on so many things. Firstly although the room was great the price of £80 was ridiculous, there’s no food available and breakfast was continental style which arrived outside the door in a bag. It’s a very basic bed and breakfast and should be priced accordingly of at the most £40. There was no shower gel, soap or shampoo available and even the hand pump soap dispenser at the sink was empty. The room itself was freezing, the heating looks to be controlled from the main boiler in the pub and they clearly didn’t have the heating on. There is no provisions to independently heat the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022