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With a strong farming tradition, Wearhead in County Durham with its pretty stone-built cottages could be a great place for a rural retreat break or country cottage holiday. Surrounded by the gorgeous countryside of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Wearhead is a charming little village situated high up at the top of Weardale with plenty to recommend it.


About Self-Catering Holidays in Wearhead

Within Wearhead there is a village shop and a welcoming country inn.
 

Things to See and Do on a Cottage Holiday in Wearhead

  • Visitors are drawn to this part of England due to the unspoilt scenery, peace, tranquillity and excellent outdoor activities on offer here.
     
  • Discover pretty stone-built villages in Weardale and the North Pennines, beautiful upland meadows, moorlands and plenty of good walks.  
     
  • For the adventurous at heart, activities such as canoeing, caving, kayaking, gorge walking and mountain biking are on offer.
     
  • The North Pennines are also a geopark, so for those who enjoy bird watching, there are ample opportunities in this area and the Low Barnes Nature  Reserve is a popular place to visit.
     
  • For shops, restaurants, riverside walks and the chance to see the castle ruins, the bustling town of Barnard Castle is 23 miles from Wearhead and worth a visit.

Whether you’re searching for a family holiday cottage which is also pet-friendly, a barn conversion or a farmhouse to rent, we hope you find the perfect place to stay in or close to Wearhead on Country Cottages Online.

Whether you choose to book a holiday cottage in Wearhead, an apartment, a lodge or another type of self-catering holiday accommodation, we hope you have your best holiday yet in County Durham.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wearhead

The best places to stay depend on your preferences, interests and the type of accommodation that best suits you. Country Cottages Online features a great selection of good quality rentals.
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See our selection of lodges and cabins in Wearhead, County Durham.
Read the description of Wearhead to find out ideas and tips on the best things to see and do. Also see our area guides for more information on what County Durham has to offer for holidaymakers.

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