The Saxon Inn

4.0 star property
Inn with free parking, steps from Escomb Saxon Church

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Serves lunch and dinner
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds | Individually decorated, individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board
Located near Escomb Saxon Church, The Saxon Inn offers breakfast and dinner in its restaurant and a relaxing garden. Guests enjoy the arcade/game room and in-room WiFi. Past visitors consistently praise their stays at this comfortable establishment.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is ₹7,594
₹9,113 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Bathrobes
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Bishop Auckland is home to The Saxon Inn. Auckland Castle and Raby Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Palace Green and Crook Hall and Gardens. Escomb Saxon Church and Spennymoor Leisure Centre are two other places to visit that come recommended.
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Saxon Green, Bishop Auckland, England, DL14 7SY

What's nearby

  • Escomb Saxon Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Auckland Castle - 7 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Binchester Roman Fort - 11 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Witton Castle - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Durham University - 20 min drive - 22.7 km

Getting around

  • Bishop Auckland Station - 6 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pollards Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Welcome - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bishop’s Lodge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Knead A Slice - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Bay Horse - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Saxon Inn

Upscale inn near Escomb Saxon Church
Located close to Auckland Castle, The Saxon Inn provides a terrace, a garden and an arcade/games room. The on-site restaurant, Inn Restaurant, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and children's meals. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), a billiards/pool table and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and free toiletries
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with Netflix
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • English breakfast available for a fee 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; GBP 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Inn Restaurant
  • Saxon Bar

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 10 per person

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Saxon Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Saxon Inn?

As of 7 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Saxon Inn on 18 Oct 2025 start from ₹7,594.47, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Saxon Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Saxon Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at The Saxon Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Saxon Inn located?

Situated in Bishop Auckland, this inn is steps from Escomb Saxon Church and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Auckland Castle. Spennymoor Leisure Centre and Raby Castle are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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