Shotley Bridge is a picturesque village positioned in the Derwent Valley in the county of Durham in north east England. It's surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodland and dates back to the Bronze Age. From its agricultural beginnings, it grew and prospered and is perhaps famed for its fine craftsmanship in the production of sword making which was undertaken by German master craftsman who fled from persecution in the 17th Century. The village is on the banks of the River Derwent and near to the town of Consett. Although swords are no longer produced here, the area attracts visitors and holiday makers alike with its stone houses and cottages from across the ages which are mingled with buildings and housing from modern times, together with a church that's dedicated to St Cuthbert's which dates back to 1850. There is an interesting mix of shops, restaurants and pubs which will appeal to most tastes, and, for those who wish to linger there is a good choice of B&B's and cottages. A stroll along the banks of the river which journeys through the village is always pleasurable although walkers will be tempted to make for the North Pennines close by where the wildlife, and stunning scenery will be hard to resist.
Places to Stay near Shotley Bridge
Derwent Manor Hotel (1.47 miles)
Built in the style of a Manor House making it one of the most distinctive hotels in Northumberland. Overlooking the Derwent Valley, this beautiful hotel is located within easy reach of Newcastle and Durham. The ... More | visit website
The Anchor Inn (2.60 miles)
Welcome to the Anchor Inn of Whittonstall. Originally built as a coach house in the 1700's this splendid inn and acclaimed restaurant offers two well-stocked bars along with traditional inn style dining.The Anchor Inn is ... More | visit website
The Old Mill Knitsley (4.40 miles)
Slaley Hall Hotel (5.91 miles)
Welcome to De Vere Slaley Hall.
Set in 1,000 acres of prime Northumberland forest and moorland, and surrounded by two championship golf courses, Slaley Hall remains a grand retreat and a symbol of Edwardian elegance.
The Leisure ... More | visit website
Lord Crewe Arms Hotel (6.51 miles)
Evenwood Cottage (6.69 miles)
Evenwood Cottage is the home of Margaret Oram who, on reaching retirement decided to fulfill her long-standing ambition to host a bed and breakfast establishment. Margaret offers comfortable accommodation in a traditional Northumbrian cottage in ... More | visit website
Burn View (6.89 miles)
Kings Head (7.03 miles)
Rye Hill Farm (7.45 miles)
Cornmill Cottage at Stowhouse Farm Cottages (7.60 miles)
Nestling within 120 acres of peaceful farmland, four pretty and very comfortable cottages are ideally situated for exploring the unspoilt treasures of England's northerly counties. Attractions as diverse as Northumberland's glorious coastline, Beamish Open Air ... More | visit website
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