About this property
Comfortable Accommodations: The Shoes in Gilesgate offers a 3-star bed and breakfast experience with highly rated breakfasts, value for money, and excellent service. On-Site Facilities: Guests can enjoy a bar and relax in the comfortable lounge area. The property includes a tea and coffee maker for added convenience. Local Attractions: Located 9.3 mi from Lumley Castle, 12 mi from Beamish Museum, and 24 mi from Newcastle International Airport. Surrounding activities include fishing, cycling, boating, and more. Guest Services: Reception staff speak English, providing assistance with activities and local attractions.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.3 for a two-person trip.
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Guests who stayed here loved
- David
United Kingdom“The breakfast was excellent and if you wish to go into the city buses run every 20-30 mins with a bus stop a few yards up from the pub. Staff was very friendly and the one on duty when I booked in even pre-booked me a taxi for my reunion later...” - Isabelle United Kingdom“We had a charming night at the Shoes on our way to Scotland. We checked in on a saturday night and the pub was in party mode with a singer. It would have been too noisy to sleep in our room on the 1st floor so we decided to join the party. Best...”
- Thao
Vietnam“Toilet is big, comfort bed, can check-in start 12pm, very convenient to bus stop” - Milda
Lithuania“The staff was very friendly, ate tasty breakfast and it was a cozy place to stay!” - Andrew
United States“As an American travelling in England for the first time, this is exactly what I imagined English buildings to be like; the building just oozed character. The pub downstairs was also what I imagine "real English" pubs were like and the regulars...” - Catherine United Kingdom“Lovely friendly staff, the atmosphere was good. Room was very clean and breakfast was good.”
- Mark
Canada“Good value - fun pub in the evening. Awesome breakfast!” - David United States“Spotless, comfortable, great shower (hot, good water pressure), TV, magnificent breakfast, friendly staff. Bus out front takes you downtown in 7-8 minutes, easy walking access to river and splendid 2-3 km walk to castle and cathedral. Great value.”
- Sally United States“The Shoes offered terrific value for its price, with its cleanliness, size, quality of the bathroom, and the good breakfast.”
- Erika United Kingdom“Room was spacious and well-kept, and much quieter than I expected as a light sleeper; the staff were very friendly and helpful. Very satisfied!”
Host Info
9.5
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
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Check-in
From 12:00 PM to 11:30 PM
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
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Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
