Business Details
Luxury Hotel & Spa in Darlington
Headlam Hall is a family-owned luxury country house hotel offering a unique blend of heritage, style, and hospitality in a tranquil rural setting. Established within a historic 17th-century property, we provide exceptional accommodation, fine dining, spa facilities, and an award-winning 9-hole golf course. Our philosophy centres on relaxed luxury, a friendly atmosphere, and excellent locally sourced cuisine, complemented by refreshingly reasonable northern prices.Set within stunning walled gardens and rolling farmland in County Durham, we cater to couples, families, and corporate guests seeking a refined yet accessible retreat. With accolades including Five-Star Google Reviews and recognition in the Good Hotel Guide, we combine timeless elegance with modern comforts to create unforgettable experiences for our guests.
Services
Accommodation
Fine Dining
Spa Treatments
Golf Course
Event Hosting
Highlights and features
- Family-owned heritage property with 17th-century charm
- Award-winning cuisine using locally sourced ingredients
- Scenic 9-hole golf course with PGA professional
- Boutique spa offering therapeutic treatments
- Bespoke event hosting in historic venues
Associations and certifications
- Good Hotel Guide
- Google Reviews
- Tripadvisor
What people say
Exceptional service
Beautiful location
Five-star experience
Excellent cuisine
Charming heritage
Services
Accommodation
Luxury country house hotel offering 17th-century charm with modern comforts. Exquisite bedrooms and suites across Main Hall, Mews, Coach House, and Spa locations. Dog-friendly and accessible rooms available. Ideal for romantic breaks, family holidays, and golf retreats in scenic County Durham.
Fine Dining
Modern British cuisine using local produce and seasonal ingredients from our kitchen garden. Options include formal dining in the main restaurant, afternoon tea in lounges, casual spa brasserie meals, and private dining for events. Celebrated for exceptional food quality and northern hospitality.
Spa Treatments
Boutique spa offering therapeutic water treatments, fitness classes, and day spa packages. Facilities include indoor pool, treatment rooms, and wellness areas reflecting countryside beauty. Professional therapists provide indulgent experiences in a relaxed environment for rejuvenation.
Golf Course
Championship 9-hole course across mature pastureland with natural features. USGA-specification greens, practice facilities including driving range, and PGA professional tuition. Scenic woodland, streams, and rolling terrain challenge golfers of all abilities in a historic Durham setting.
Event Hosting
Exclusive event spaces for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations. Historic venues include Coach House (120 guests) and Drawing Room (30 guests). Full-service planning support, private dining options, and bespoke packages for memorable occasions in a country house setting.
Questions
What room types are available at Headlam Leisure?
We offer Main Hall, Mews, Coach House, and Spa rooms including doubles, twins, family rooms, and suites with varying capacities.
Does Headlam Leisure have accessible facilities?
Yes, we provide accessible rooms and facilities to accommodate guests with mobility requirements.
Can I bring my dog to Headlam Leisure?
Yes, we offer designated dog-friendly accommodation for guests travelling with pets.
What dining options are available?
Options include formal restaurant dining, afternoon tea, spa brasserie, private dining, and special children's menus using local produce.
Are golf lessons available at the course?
Yes, our resident PGA Professional offers golf tuition and lessons for all skill levels.
How do I book event space at Headlam Leisure?
Contact our events team to arrange exclusive hire of our Coach House or Drawing Room for weddings, corporate events, or private celebrations.
Reviews (6)
Paul Sowels
Dec 22, 2021
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Pretty close to perfection. the food was superb but it was the friendliness and hospitality of the staff that really prompted me to complete this review. The house is beautiful and very well decorated for Christmas and our short trip to the spa was pretty cool as well. Highly recommended and we will be returning.
String Acoustic Singer - Joe
Dec 15, 2021
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Amazing venue, staff were so friendly, nothing to much bother. Our suite was very clean and cozy warm, the evening meal was delicious with ample food served. Same goes for the Breakfast. Cant wait to return.
Stuart Forster
Dec 04, 2021
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The indoor and outdoor public areas are beautifully maintained. Staff were courteous and made a positive impression.
Julie Whinn
Nov 20, 2021
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Called in for lunch 2 days ago after having been on numerous occasions before and always been happy, but this time came away feeling a little deflated. Normally we would eat lunch in brasserie but to have a 'warm' choice we were sent into hotel to use the bar facilities which has never happened before. We ordered leek and potato soup which came very luke warm so had to be sent back which the staff did without question but to be honest we've had much better tasting soup. Ordered bacon sandwiches in brioche buns with potato rostis. The presentation was very poor, it looked like it had just been plonked
Angela Fewell
Nov 14, 2021
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Lovely food and brilliant setting. Staff are fantastic, really welcoming and friendly. Lunch menu is great with 19.50 for two courses or 24.50 for three courses. I can recommend the duck parfait starter and battered sea bass for the main course. I didn't have room for dessert, sadly. The pot of coffee was lovely and we were left to chat over coffee for as long as we liked. Really relaxing atmosphere.
Hazel Martin
Sep 20, 2021
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My mother's 80th birthday today. We had a traditional afternoon tea, delicious. The staff were very friendly and helpful considering how busy they were.
Fabulous grounds too. We will definitely be going back.
Fabulous grounds too. We will definitely be going back.
