Welcome to the
Durham Dales Centre
Discover the Durham Dales Centre, a must-visit destination in Stanhope, Weardale, perfectly placed in the heart of the stunning North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
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Warm welcome, beautiful location
The Durham Dales Centre, located in the picturesque market town of Stanhope in Weardale, is a unique destination in the heart of the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Visitors can explore a variety of independent gift and craft shops, stroll through our beautiful gardens, and access local visitor information and business offices - all set within a peaceful and scenic countryside setting.
Durham Dales Centre
Visitor Information
Enjoy a warm welcome and convenient facilities during your visit to the Durham Dales Centre. We’ve made sure everything is in place for a comfortable and enjoyable experience for everyone.
Car Park
We offer free onsite parking for visitors, with a maximum stay of four hours so you can relax and explore the Centre at your leisure.
Toilet & Baby Change
Our toilets and baby changing facilities are cleaned and maintained daily, ensuring a fresh and family-friendly environment for all visitors.
Disabled Access
Our range of shops are easily accessible, with wheelchair ramps and step-free entry throughout the site.
Dog Friendly
We’re proud to be a dog-friendly venue. Water bowls are available in the courtyard so your four-legged friends can rest and refresh while you browse.
Browse beautiful handmade gifts, local produce, and artisan treasures celebrating the creativity of the Durham Dales.
Explore Our Gift Shop & Local Crafts
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Unwind in Beautiful
Gardens &
Scenic Surroundings
Take a leisurely stroll through our peaceful gardens and make the most of your visit to one of Weardale’s most picturesque spots.
Hear What Our Visitors Say
John T
Made to feel welcome here. Worth a visit if in the area.
Eddie730
Exceptionally friendly staff make your visit worthwhile.
Christine4521
The staff were lovely, very friendly, and it was a great stop for us - we will definitely return.
Cam
I can recommend this place to everyone . Well done Dales Centre.
Penny H
The facilities are warm, welcoming and I don't think we could have found a better place for what turned into a two hour + visit! I highly recommend it.
Ann E
Good parking facilities, clean toilets, nice little gift shops with lots of local crafts and gifts. Well worth a visit.
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