Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Home Away From Home in Horden
Established in 1925, The Bell Guesthouse in Horden, County Durham, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Our recently refurbished premises retain original features like open fireplaces while providing contemporary amenities such as free WiFi and en-suite rooms. We cater to both leisure and business travellers, offering tailored stays from single occupancy to family accommodation, alongside event hosting services for special occasions.Our breakfast menu features locally sourced produce, and our extensive drinks selection includes over 100 gins and international spirits. Located near major transport links, we provide easy access to regional attractions like Durham Cathedral and the North Yorkshire Moors. With nine rooms accommodating up to 18 guests, we combine personal service with flexible options for weddings, corporate events, and private gatherings.
Services
Accommodation
Event Hosting
Breakfast Service
Drinks Selection
Special Occasion Packages
Details
- Year established: 1925
Highlights and features
- We are located near major business parks and transport links.
- Our rooms include free WiFi, parking, and locally sourced breakfasts.
- We offer extensive drinks selection including 100+ gins and international spirits.
- Our team tailors events for weddings, birthdays, and corporate occasions.
- Nine rooms accommodate up to 18 guests with flexible breakfast options.
What people say
Excellent place
Great Breakfast
Perfect service
Local, friendly, clean
Wonderful stay
Services
Accommodation
Our en-suite rooms offer comfortable stays with complimentary toiletries, welcome trays with coffee and tea, and free WiFi. Options range from single occupancy to family rooms accommodating four guests. All rooms feature modern amenities while retaining historical charm through original design elements.
Event Hosting
We host weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and private gatherings. Our team tailors menus and services to create memorable occasions, offering breakfast-only packages for larger groups and additional options like evening buffets, bar snacks, and entertainment.
Breakfast Service
Start your day with freshly prepared breakfasts using locally sourced produce. Choose from vegetarian options, continental spreads, or traditional cooked meals. Our breakfast service caters to both individual guests and large groups during events.
Drinks Selection
Our bar features over 100 gins, international whiskies, rums, and vodkas. Guests can enjoy draught beers, wines, and hot barista-style coffees. A downloadable drinks menu details our extensive collection for casual visitors and accommodation guests.
Special Occasion Packages
Enhance your stay with pre-arrival treats like champagne, flowers, or celebration cakes. We arrange in-room surprises with prior notice, ensuring special moments are marked with luxury chocolates, wines, or customised floral arrangements.
Questions
What amenities are included in your rooms?
All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, free WiFi, and welcome trays with coffee, tea, and biscuits.
Can you host large events like weddings?
Yes, we offer exclusive use of our premises for weddings and events, accommodating up to 18 guests with tailored catering options.
What nearby attractions are accessible from your guesthouse?
We're 2 minutes from the A19, offering easy access to Durham Cathedral, North Yorkshire Moors, and Hartlepool within 30 minutes' drive.
Do you offer special packages for celebrations?
Yes, we provide in-room treats like champagne, flowers, and celebration cakes with prior notice for special occasions.
What dining options are available?
We serve breakfast with vegetarian and continental options, plus a bar with over 100 gins and international spirits.
Reviews (5)
Igor Voronov
Nov 01, 2021
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Extra mega helpful staff! Great room and perfect location. Thank you very much guys. Hope to see you again!
Yvonne Breckon
Sep 30, 2021
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Very good evening for family celebration. Nicely decorated and very friendly helpful staff. Would highly recommend
Veronica Hunt
Sep 20, 2021
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I've just returned home from a fabulous mini break at the Bell guest house.
Indus, Kim, Christina, Becky and staff are so accommodating and helpful. They make every guest feel special. My room was spotless, with a lovely refurbished shower room. The breakfasts were delicious, cooked to order. As an older, single lady travelling on my own, I was slightly apprehensive about visiting the downstairs bar. The regulars made me feel so welcome, and invited me to sit with them every evening. The guest house is close to some fantastic beaches, and Durham is only half an hour away by car.
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Indus, Kim, Christina, Becky and staff are so accommodating and helpful. They make every guest feel special. My room was spotless, with a lovely refurbished shower room. The breakfasts were delicious, cooked to order. As an older, single lady travelling on my own, I was slightly apprehensive about visiting the downstairs bar. The regulars made me feel so welcome, and invited me to sit with them every evening. The guest house is close to some fantastic beaches, and Durham is only half an hour away by car.
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Lorraine Butler
Aug 31, 2021
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Thanks Kim and staff for making our stay so special. To finally get up for our daughters wedding.Thank you Kim for all the extra help with taxis phone numbers and iron & ironing board breakfast was fabulous Fantastic service
Jolene Brumby
Jun 09, 2021
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First time drinking here last night, to watch the England match, and wow, absolutely superb, beer garden was lush, staff amazing, and looked after so well, even gave us blankets & hot water bottles, first class pub & service, will definitely be back
