East Briscoe Farm Cottages, Barnard Castle, Co Durham

Sleeps 2 to 16 in 5 cottages

Barn Cottage: sleeps 4, one king sized double, one twin.
Low Barn: sleeps 4, one king-sized double, one twin
West: sleeps 4, one king-sized double, one twin
Studio: sleeps 2, one double
Farm: sleeps 2, one king-sized double.

East Briscoe is an ideal location for all sorts of groups. The pool-house provides a great place to socialise, either relaxing in the hot-tub or pool, or enjoying a get-together in the games room. The accommodation, spread between the 5 adjacent cottages, means that guests have their own space too.

The cottages are 2 miles from the picturesque village of Cotherstone which has 2 pubs, a village shop and post office and an excellent play park as well as scenic walks along the River Tees. Six miles away is the market town of Barnard Castle which has interesting shops and cafes as well as the ruined castle and the amazing Bowes Museum. Teesdale also boasts High and Low Force waterfalls, Raby Castle and is fantastic walking and cycling country. Nearby, Bishop Auckland is host to the new Kynren open air live action spectacular in the summer.

On-site facilities and activities include:
- Endless Pool (swimming pool with current)
- Hot-tub seating 6
- Gym
- Large games room, suitable for parties and able to seat 16 for dinner
- Pool table/air hockey
- Table tennis
- Barbecue
- Lawn games
- Picnic benches
- 14 acres of grounds for walking, exploring, fishing or outdoor games such as a treasure hunt

Optional extras we can help with include:
- Barrel of local beer
- Pamper days – local therapists can be arranged to come on-site
- Guided bike ride
- Take-away deliveries
- Supermarket deliveries

And there’s lots to do in the surrounding area as well, such as:
- 4×4 off-road driving experience
- Clay pigeon shooting
- Golf
- Paintball
- Assault course
- High ropes
- Birds of prey experience
- Kynren (10% discount available if booked through us)
- Friendly local pubs and restaurants