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The Saxon Inn

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

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Front of property
Serves lunch and dinner
View from room
Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov

Explore the area

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Saxon Green, Bishop Auckland, England, DL14 7SY
  • Place, Escomb Saxon Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Auckland Castle
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Binchester Roman Fort
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Deluxe Triple Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

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

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Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds

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
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

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
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Bishop Auckland

At The Saxon Inn you'll be steps from Escomb Saxon Church and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Auckland Castle. Highlights at this inn include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The family restaurant, Inn Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Saxon Bar is the inn's own bar, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a games room and a terrace. English breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Bishop Auckland inn include Spennymoor Leisure Centre and Raby Castle.
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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 Mitre - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Saxon Inn

Inn with free parking, steps from Escomb Saxon Church
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, an arcade/games room, and a garden are also featured at The Saxon Inn. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Bishop Auckland inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Saxon Inn offers 9 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with Netflix. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Saxon Inn?

The Saxon Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Saxon Inn on 25 Nov 2025 start from AU$173.32, including 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.

Is parking available at The Saxon Inn?

Yep, The Saxon Inn has a free self car park.

Is The Saxon Inn family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an arcade, it's no surprise that The Saxon Inn is a hit with families.

Does The Saxon Inn serve breakfast?

Yep, English brekkie is served on weekdays between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Saxon Inn?

No, The Saxon Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Saxon Inn?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Saxon Inn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Saxon Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.