The Shoes, a property with a bar, is located in Durham, 26 km from Sage Gateshead, 26 km from Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art, as well as 27 km from Theatre Royal. The 3-star bed and breakfast is 23 km from Stadium of Light. The property is non-smoking and is situated 20 km from Beamish Museum. Guests at the bed and breakfast will be able to enjoy activities in and around Durham, like cycling and fishing. Northumbria University is 27 km from The Shoes, while MetroCentre is 28 km from the property. The nearest airport is Newcastle International Airport, 39 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish


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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
8.4
High score for Durham
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Robert
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Billy and Debbie were great hosts, decent pint of Guinness, the locals were sound, great location and the room was excellent. Definitely stay there again.
  • Joseé
    Brazil Brazil
    If you want to experience staying at a British pub, try The Shoes in Durham. You can walk to downtown Durham and see the inner life of a British pub. I recommend it.
  • Zofia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, price is affordable yet very good facilities, excellent cooked English breakfast 🥞

Host Information

9.5
9.5
Host review score
Host review score

Winner of the television series Four in a bed, is justified by the cleanliness of the rooms the friendly and warm welcome and especially the hearty breakfast. We have three tastefully decorated bedrooms offering bed and breakfast accommodation. The location is perfect for those wishing to visit Durham City and the surrounding areas. Recently renovated and refurbished. There are three twin bedrooms all beautifully furnished. Each room has en suite bathroom, wall mounted flat screen TV with freeview and tea/coffee making facilities. WiFi internet access also available. Durham a World Heritage Site has a Castle and Cathedral which is a must to explore. A University City, Durham has many historical places of interest also many restaurants and bars. For many centuries, Durham was a virtually independent state ruled by the Prince Bishops not the Crown. The Prince Bishops were more or less the “Kings of County Durham”. This is why Durham is now known as the “Land of the Prince Bishops” You can cruise on the river with the Prince Bishops Riverboat, or take out a rowing boat yourself, both available for hire. Situated about 12 miles from Durham is the Award winning Beamish open ai...
I opened the Shoes in May 2008- after many years working in the licensed trade running restaurants and Bars including bed and breakfast properties. I decided it was time to invest in my own property and found the location and property when the Shoes came up for sale, formerly known as the Three Horseshoes in Gilesgate Durham. The property has undergone extensive renovation including a fully refurbished bar-beer garden-kitchen and also incorporates 3 letting bedrooms all en-suite.
Durham a World Heritage Site has a Castle and Cathedral which is a must to explore. A University City, Durham has many historical places of interest also many restaurants and bars. For many centuries, Durham was a virtually independent state ruled by the Prince Bishops not the Crown. The Prince Bishops were more or less the “Kings of County Durham”.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of The Shoes
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
Food & Drink
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
No internet access available.
Parking
No parking available.
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 12:00 to 23:30

Check-out

Until 10:30

 

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prepayment

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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about The Shoes

  • The prices at The Shoes may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • The Shoes offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing

  • Guests staying at The Shoes can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.9).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish

  • Check-in at The Shoes is from 12:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The Shoes is 1.2 miles from the centre of Durham. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Shoes include:

    • Twin