Kingsway Adventure Centre
A 39 bed hostel located on the western edge of Middleton in
Teesdale (map ref NY945255), providing basic accommodation for groups of 8 or more people. Full central heating, off road parking, secure bike storage available. 20 minutes drive or 15kms ride from the Hamsterley downhill course.

Prices until 1st September 2008:
Self catering - £10 per person per night
B&B - £15 per person per night

E-mail: Adam Hearn
Website : www.kingswaycentre.co.uk

Bed and Breakfast accommmodation, Hamsterley Forest
In centre of Hamsterley Forest. Facilities include secure cycle storage; hot tub/jacuzzi; gardens; parking. Packed lunch and supper tray also available. £35 per night single room; £55 double room.

Telephone: 01388 488420 (John and Julie Stephenson)
E-mail: jst_ayhope@yahoo.co.uk
Website: http://www.hamsterleyforestbandb.com

Grey's Well Farm
Grey's Well is a south-facing smallholding nestled in the hills of the Wear Valley with panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.

Set between Wolsingham and Tow Law on the B6297 Grey's Well is ideally located for local attractions such as Harperley POW camp at Fir Tree, the newly re-opened Weardale Railway at Wolsingham and the award winning Timothy Hackworth Museum at Shildon.

Telephone: 01388 730 330
E-mail: a.hawksby@btconnect.com
Website: http://www.greyswell.co.uk

Hole House Bunkhouse
A top quality bunkhouse located in Eastgate.

Telephone: 01388 517184 (Nick Thwaites)
E-mail: holehousebunks@btinternet.com

'Serendipity' Holiday Cottage
Two bedroom cottage in the popular village of Hamsterley. Cottage faces the village green and sleeps 3-5 people. We have bike storage at the rear of the property.

The cottage is only 1 mile from Hamsterley Forest and only 10 miles from the North Pennines. The cottage would suit walkers, mountain bikers, families or city couples wanting a country break. Please see website for rates.

Telephone: 01388 488071, 07881 441667 (Nicholas Lamont and Maria Lamont-Rodriguez)
E-mail: maria@serendipityholidaycottage.co.uk
Website: www.serendipityholidaycottage.co.uk

Hamsterley Bed & Breakfast
Tourist Board 4-Star Silver Award bed and breakfast accommodation with secure bike storage, bike wash etc. Located in the centre of Hamsterley Village the accommodation is about 200 yards off W2W Cycle Route and close to Hamsterley Forest. Evening meals available at Cross Keys Inn, Hamsterley, a few yards away.
Tel: 01388 488056; Mobile 07710 908735 (Contact Joyce & Nigel Kent)
Website: www.hamsterleybedandbreakfast.co.uk

Hauxwell Grange Cottages
Comprises two 4-Star rated holiday cottages at Marwood, some two miles outside Barnard Castle. Members of the "Welcome Cyclists and Walkers" scheme with One North East Tourism. Dedicated high security shed for the safe storage of bicycles.
Telephone/Fax: 01833 695022 (Val Pearson)
E-mail: info@hauxwellgrangecottages.co.uk
Website: www.hauxwellgrangecottages.co.uk

West Hoppyland Farm
West Hoppyland lodges and trekking centre is situated in Hamsterley Forest. Pony trekking is available from an approved trekking centre, exploring the many tracks through and around beautiful Hamsterley Forest. The lodges are set privately amongst a pretty birch glade on the family-run farm.
Telephone: 01388 48819 (Carole or Bill Atkinson)
E-mail: westhoppyland@hotmail.com
Website: www.geocities.com/westhoppyland

Fir Tree Country Hotel, Fir Tree
Fir Tree is based just a few km from Hamsterley Forest and offers B&B accommodation in chalets behind the pub.
Telephone: 01388 762161

Rose & Crown, Romaldkirk
Award-winning 18th century coaching inn set in idyllic Romaldkirk. Noted for the high quality of accommodation and cuisine on offer.
Telephone: 01833 650213
Website: rose-and-crown.co.uk

Greenwell Farm Accommodation
Bed & breakfast and self-catering accommodation located in Tow Law only seven miles from Hamsterley Forest.
Telephone: 01388 527248 (Linda Vickers)
Email: greenwell@farming.co.uk
Website: www.greenwellfarm.co.uk

Moorcock Inn, Eggleston
Pub accommodation situated in an elevated location in beautiful Eggleston village.
Telephone: 01833 650395

Dale End Cottage B&B, Hamsterley
Bikers bed and breakfast in Hamsterley village - 5 minutes from the Descend car park and forest trails. Private bathrooms, shaver points. Colour TV, tea & coffee facilities (plus biscuits!!) Workshop facilities, with secure storage for cycles. £25 per person per night (up to two people sharing) - three people sharing - £20 per person per night. Also, self catering accomodation available in Hamsterley. 2 bed cottage (sleeps 4/6) fully furnished, inc central heating, log fire, colour TV & video. Available for weekend lets and longer. Book early to avoid disappointment!
Contact: Margaret at Dale End Cottage
Telephone: 01388 488091
E-mail: pentavon@fsmail.net

High Shipley Farm Camping & Caravan Site, Hamsterley
Very quiet, beautiful countryside location on bridleway - about 2 miles from Hamsterley Forest. Caravan/camp site for 5 tents, motorhomes or caravans from £8 per night Shower and WC plus 1 electric hook up. Static caravan sleeping 6 also available from £150 per week.
Telephone:: 01388 764620 (Mr and Mrs G Richardson)

Northumbria Tourist Board
A vast range of information about Northumbria including events, attractions, holidays, accommodation and places to eat.

Durham Tourist Information
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Durham County Council
Comprehensive guide to what County Durham can offer the tourist including places to visit, activities, accommodation, maps and useful publications.

Teesdale District Council
A guide to tourism in the district of Teesdale including holiday accommodation, events, local attractions and outdoor activities.

Discover Teesdale
Award-winning guide to what to see and do in beautiful Teesdale. Includes guidance on outdoor activities and local accommodation.

Wear Valley District Council
Information about the picturesque district of Wear Valley covering local history, architecture, and an interactive guide to the district.

Durham City
Millennium Place
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 1WA
Tel: 0191 3843720
Email: touristinfo@durhamcity.gov.uk

Barnard Castle
"Woodleigh"
Flatts Road
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8AA
Tel: 01833 690909
Email: tourism@teesdale.gov.uk 

Bishop Auckland
The Town Hall
Market Place
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 7NP
Tel: 01388 602610

Middleton in Teesdale
10 Market Place
Middleton in Teesdale
County Durham
DL12 0QG
Tel: +44 (0)1833 641001
Email: middletonplus@compuserve.com

Hamsterley Tearooms
Based in the Hamsterley Forest Visitor Centre, the Tearooms are perfect for a bike-friendly cuppa and piece of home made cake. Call 01388 488822

Wear View Diner
Enjoying an elevated location at the top of Toft Hill, the diner offers bargain-priced, traditional, Northern hot dinners. Call 01388 833880.

The Cross Keys, Hamsterley
Very popular with the Trailblazers, the Cross Keys is a solid unpretentious pub ideal for that post-ride pint. Also serves food. Call 01388 488457or visit the website

Moorcock Inn, Eggleston
With an elevated, picturesque location, the Moorcock Inn is very popular with cyclists as a mid-route lunch stop. Call 01833 650395