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The Ball Alley

3.5 star property
Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Beamish Open Air Museum

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Garden
In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Property grounds
Lounge
Bar (on property)

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Parking included

Explore the area

Map
Shield Row, Stanley, England, DH9 0LH
  • Beamish Open Air Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Angel of the North
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • St. James' Park
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪21 min drive‬

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Room options

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Room amenity

Family Room (2 single beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Ensuite

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Stanley

The Ball Alley places you within a mile (2 km) of Beamish Adventure Park and Beamish Wild. This 7-room, 3.5-star bed & breakfast has free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Beamish Wild - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Beamish Open Air Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Angel of the North - 11 min drive - 7.5 miles
  • St. James' Park - 16 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Quayside - 17 min drive - 9.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dunston Station - 12 min drive
  • Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Hilltop - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪South Causey Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Black Horse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Beamish Tearooms - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Ball Alley

Bed & breakfast with free breakfast, near Beamish Open Air Museum
Guests staying at The Ball Alley enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a picnic area. If you decide to drive, there's free parking. This smoke-free bed & breakfast also has a garden.
Guests can expect to find flat-screen TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and ovens are other standard amenities.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available on weekdays 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Bar

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds.
  • 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 window guards.

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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Ball Alley B&B Stanley
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The Ball Alley Bed & breakfast
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Ball Alley?

The Ball Alley offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of The Ball Alley?

This bed & breakfast is located in Stanley, close to Beamish Open Air Museum, Angel of the North, and Diggerland. You'll also find Beamish Adventure Park and Beamish Wild within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Ball Alley?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the bed & breakfast. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does The Ball Alley include a casino at the property?

No, The Ball Alley doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Ball Alley?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Ball Alley?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, free breakfast, and a garden at this bed u0026 breakfast.

Are there hot tubs at The Ball Alley?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this bed & breakfast.

Does The Ball Alley have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Ball Alley serves free English breakfast at Bar on weekday mornings.

Does The Ball Alley allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Ball Alley.

Are there connecting rooms at The Ball Alley?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this bed & breakfast.

What is the closest airport to The Ball Alley?

The closest major airport to The Ball Alley is Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL), which is 15.1 mi away (27 minutes by car). Another top airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Ball Alley?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at The Ball Alley.

The Ball Alley Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 119 out of 158 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 158 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 158 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 158 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 158 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

STEVE

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly host Michael, comfy bed. The causey pub, wedding venue was lively. Good food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

ARTHUR

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

Incredible value

Very welcoming, staff really pleasant. Everything you could want. Amazing breakfast! Our bedroom was near the road which was quite busy/noisy at night. I am NOT COMPLAINING as I didn't request a different room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dale

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

Best b&b ive stopped in

Was a friendly welcome and the room was very clean and tidy, and the service for breakfast was fantastic, would recommend anyone to stay there...
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura-Jane

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect for a stay in Newcastle

Lovely little b&b with very nice breakfast included
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clare

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

Good times

Visiting family - very friendly, spotlessly clean and fantastic breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Room above a pub, good breakfast, good staff.

Very friendly owners. Arrived at 18:30 and room was not ready. But that was soon rectified and I had a complimentary drink while waiting. Bed/mattress was very soft. Maybe because I am used to a very firm mattress this was err... strange? and took some getting used to. Room was clean and towels were good quality. Excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the whole place was fantastic no problems at all
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marion

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

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

Website error

Lovely place. Friendly staff and nice breakfast despite Hotels.com putting on their website that there is no breakfast at weekends!! Needs correcting but can only be done by the website.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just lovely people. The property is spotless. Thd breakfast was superb. Would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

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

A Warm Welcome

We thoroughly enjoyed our 4 night stay, and were made to feel extremely welcome by the owners. Our room was clean and beautifully furnished, endless tea and coffee making facilities, clean towels and a modern bathroom with ample hot water and complimentary toiletries. Best of all, was our superb full English breakfast each morning; cooked to order, fresh eggs, thick bacon with ample coffee and toast. The B & B was perfectly placed for visits to Beamish, Newcastle and Durham. We will hopefully return to visit Stanley in the future and will be only to pleased to book another stay with Lindsey & Michael.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Audrey

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and friendly, breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are really friendly and helpful. The room was a good size. Breakfast was perfect. The garden is really well kept and it was lovely to sit out there with my morning cuppa. Really a lovely place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Lucy

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very welcoming and the room was more than adequate
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and accommodating, allowed us to check in early as we were at a wedding up the road. Lovely breakfast the next day too!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022