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The Three Horseshoes

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast in Durham with free breakfast and a restaurant

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Bar (on property)
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Running Waters, Sherburn House, Durham, England, DH1 2SR
  • Durham Cathedral
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Durham Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Durham University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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Room options

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Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room, Private Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room, Private Bathroom | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Private Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Durham

The Three Horseshoes places you within a 10-minute drive of Durham University and St. Nicholas Church. This 4-star bed & breakfast has 6 guestrooms and offers conveniences like free breakfast, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Gala Theatre Durham - 7 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Durham Cathedral - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Durham Castle - 7 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Durham University - 8 min drive - 5.4 miles
  • Adventure Valley - 14 min drive - 5.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Express - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Italian Farmhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Durham Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lambton Arms - ‬2 min drive

About this property

The Three Horseshoes

Bed & breakfast in Durham with free breakfast and a restaurant
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.

Languages

English

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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

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

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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 5, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Three Horseshoes on Aug 7, 2025 start from $107.01, 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 do within easy reach of The Three Horseshoes?

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

Will I be able to park 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 amenities will couples enjoy at The Three Horseshoes?

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

Does The Three Horseshoes have connecting rooms?

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 157 out of 201 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 201 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 201 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 201 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 201 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing place to stay!!! The staff were so welcoming and friendly, the food was delicious and the service was excellent and very reasonable prices too. We loved the room which was very clean and comfortable and had a great view over the fields. We will definitely revisit in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

Usual high standards.

As usual, friendly welcome, clean rooms, nice bed, great food, great service and the hotel I prefer to stay when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

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

Nuce hotel

Room was good. Excellent choice of food. My only negative was the WiFi was quite poor.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are wonderful folk. Clean, convenient, updated yet historic... the Aggie us everything you could wish for and more. Great pub! Right across the road from Penrith Castle ruins and next door to.a grocery
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff, room very clean, quiet and comfortable. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check in with a warm welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin

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

An excellent place to stay.

Very nice place with a good atmosphere and great food. Welcoming, friendly and accommodating staff. Rooms tidy and clean. I will continue to make this hotel a frequent stay for myself when in Durham. Colin
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

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

Fabulous accomodation, service and food

Lovely queen bed, clean, hot powerful shower, large room with tv, fabulous cooked breakfast included in very reasonable room price. Excellent food menu and large portions at fair prices. We will stay again when visiting Durham. We tried to go back for sunday lunch after our checkout but the car park was completely full reflecting how popular the three horseshoes is. A very enjoyable 2 night stay and there was a lot more on the menu we would have liked to have tried. Next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fab great value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

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

My go-to hotel in the North East

I use The Three Horseshoes ever time I am in the North East on business. Very friendly staff, clean and comfortable rooms and lovely food. The restaurant can get busy which is testament to the quality of the food and beer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not fancy but great food, comfortable beds and very reasonable prices.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Helpful staff, good hotel, great evening meal

Stayed 1 night and ate evening meal here. Postive points: - - Helpful and friendly staff - Good shower - Bed on the firm side but not uncomfortable - Evening meal was very good; we ate beef and ale pie (homemade and tasty) and seafood linguine (tasty with good quantity of shellfish). Both dishes were a good size. - Breakfast: cooked fresh, good sausage. Cereals available. Less positive points (but not 'bad'): - - the room radiator was not working correctly but the manager quickly sorted it out - breakfast range of youghurts and fresher options was quite limited; coffee was from a machine and a bit of the weak side.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

AW Jupp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There is not much around the property specifically but it is ideal for access to Durham and a cosy alternative to central chain hotels. Great, home cooked food and friendly staff at good value. Good sized room with great shower. Free parking a bonus. Bar gets quiet early though!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Donna

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good location near A1. Pub was nice but no decent selection of bitter/ales. Food was good. Staff very friendly. Room was ok had the squeakiness floors and a very pungent clean bathroom smell.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ali

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

Excellent!

Excellent welcome, lovely views, outstanding breakfast choice, portion, quality. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable basic room, lovely setting, convenient location from hwy. Restaurant has a huge menu with hearty, tasty food.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely gorgeous place to stay on the outskirts of Durham. Only a 10 mins drive into the center! The parking is so easy & accessible, great dining options and the staff were SO lovely! The rooms are modern & clean, will definitely be coming here again as it's a great value for money and I absolutely loved staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024