The Three Horseshoes

Property class: 4

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A deck with wooden furniture and a view of a green field with cows.
A bar with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and a neon sign.
A dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a window with a plaid valance, and wall-mounted light fixtures.
A building entrance with a dark door labeled "HORSE SHOE" and two flower pots on either side.
A neatly made bed with a textured pillow and a wall-mounted lamp.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Running Waters, Sherburn House, Durham, England, DH1 2SR
  • Place, Sherburn Leisure Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Durham Castle
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Durham

Located 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Sherburn Leisure Centre, The Three Horseshoes is within a 5-minute drive of Top Gear Karting. This 4-star bed & breakfast has 6 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Sherburn Leisure Centre - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Durham University - 8 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Gala Theatre Durham - 9 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Durham Castle - 10 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 10 min drive - 6.0 miles

Getting around

  • Durham Station - 13 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪61 Durham - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Durham Brewery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Three Horseshoes

The Three Horseshoes features free WiFi in public areas and a garden. If you plan to drive, free parking is available. Helpful staff is there to provide front-desk service during limited hours, as well as offer insight about the area.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Electric kettles are also available. Change of towels is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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 is professionally cleaned
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. 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.
  • The property is professionally cleaned.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

Three Horseshoes Inn Durham
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Three Horseshoes?

The Three Horseshoes provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at The Three Horseshoes?

As of Aug 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Horseshoes on Sep 6, 2026 start from $106, including 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 do within easy reach of The Three Horseshoes?

This bed & breakfast is located in Durham, close to Gala Theatre Durham, Durham Castle, and Crook Hall and Gardens. You'll also find Durham Indoor Market and Durham Botanic Garden within a short drive.

Is there parking available at The Three Horseshoes?

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

Does The Three Horseshoes include a casino?

No, The Three Horseshoes doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Three Horseshoes?

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

What do couples enjoy most about The Three Horseshoes?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a free daily breakfast at this bed & breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Three Horseshoes?

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

Does The Three Horseshoes have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Three Horseshoes serves free cooked-to-order breakfasts each morning from its restaurant.

Are there connecting rooms at The Three Horseshoes?

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

How far is the airport from The Three Horseshoes?

The closest major airport to The Three Horseshoes is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 29.2 mi away (40 minutes by car). Another top airport is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is around 21.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Three Horseshoes?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Three Horseshoes.

The Three Horseshoes Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 51 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 253 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed a two night stay friendly staff and great food, comfortable rooms highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The food here is always excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely clean room, comfortable bed, modern shower room, nice views. Dinner and breakfast were delicious. Altogether great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was fab, plenty I f choices
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the bed and room to be comfortable and well equipped and the staff were friendly and helpful. Would stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, very friendly and welcoming. Food at both breakfast and dinner was also excellent. Will definition stay again when in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

John

Room was clean, lovely shower but bathroom a little cold. Older property with lots of stairs/steps but room renovated to good standard. The food was excellent both for dinner and breakfast, staff were very helpful and friendly. Would stay there again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast both continental and cooked beautifully to order with friendly and quick service. Dinner in the restaurant was also very good. The rooms are comfortable and quiet. Good shower. Great location for a stopover on way to Scotland. Friendly and efficient staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice all round
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly and informative. Nice room with all requirements there.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast was excellent. Good choice . Food was nice and hot which i prefer .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good parking amazing food great room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

CUMMINS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Really great place. Beautiful scenery, great food and comfy sleep
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was very popular with locals so parking was a bit awkward, we arrived after 6pm and there wasn’t much room to park. Maybe one criticism would be there isn’t reserve parking for staying guests and after travelling 140 odd miles and to be faced with hunting a parking space was as I said a little awkward. But that shouldn’t take away from what was a nice place to visit great food and a generous breakfast, clean room comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, very friendly and the food in the restaurant was really nice
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a superb stay- the room was a good size with a large bathroom, the food menu was good and overall service was superb. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a wonderful place, staff so friendly and the menu was pleasantly unusual. The room was very comfortable and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This was our second stay and it didn’t disappoint. The friendly yet professional staff, the cleanliness of the place, the excellent dinner and breakfast all contributed to a lovely stay. It also helped that the parking was so convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed for one night as we were at a wedding nearby, lovely room and staff were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy parking. Warm and friendly reception and a warm, comfortable room. Service in the bar/restaurant was exceptional. Good beer, nice food and a very comfortable stay, Brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

isobel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable 2 night break

Had a lovely 2 night stay at the inn on the outskirts of Durham. The food was very good and staff friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely staff and a nice room but the bathroom was freezing and the heating gets switched off overnight so the room was really cold first thing in the morning. Dinner was lovely and breakfast was OK. I would definitely stay again but perhaps not in winter as it was quite uncomfortable waking up cold (and I don’t struggle with cooler temperatures).
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff were great. The room was stone cold and even with the radiator control in the room, it took over 2hrs to even start to warm slightly. Obviously centrally controlled as it went off again in the night and was freezing again when the alarm went off. Food was OK and the rating of a 9 online is overrated. 7.5 would be a fairer score. Certainly not terrible but not particularly welcoming stay either.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jon

Liked: Staff & service
Definitely not a 4 star property. It was decent but not great. It is the only place I've ever stayed where the wifi signal doesn't even reach the 2nd floor - we couldn't use it at all. The floor squeaked and creaked with every step. I understand that it's an older building but it wasn't ideal.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay great hospitality and service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023