# Crook Hall & Gardens, Durham — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Step into this enchanting Durham retreat where little ones can explore a meadow maze while families wander through four distinct gardens, including a hidden walled sanctuary surrounded by centuries of history. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions/crook-hall-gardens (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Garden 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Crook Hall & Gardens Frankland Lane, Sidegate [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=16240993060975108268&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [National Trust - Crook Hall Gardens](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/107375497518186512056) **In short:** Crook Hall & Gardens is a garden in Durham, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,685 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Crook Hall & Gardens Step into this enchanting Durham retreat where little ones can explore a meadow maze while families wander through four distinct gardens, including a hidden walled sanctuary surrounded by centuries of history. ## What's nearby - Durham University Business School 200m away - Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham 250m away - Freeman's Quay Leisure Centre 300m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park - ✓Free street - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Alex Carroll](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/112117750552718239076/reviews) ★★★★★ These gardens are AMAZING! I came across this place by accident but very thankful that I did. We took the garden tour with Clive. He was brilliant! Very informative and interesting, friendly and approachable. Every member of staff we met were extremely welcoming. I will definitely be recommending Crook Hall gardens to anyone visiting the Durham area. 5*. · via Google [Grace Royle](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104578002333473788386/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely gardens with the gorgeous hall, signage throught clearly highlights the fascinating history of the grounds. The garden is well maintained and provides numerous benches to sit and take in the scenery and the hall itself is kept to excellent condition. Crook hall also hosts a lovely cafe though I found prices to be slightly more expensive that one would expect for baked goods. The staff are very friendly and helpful with information about the area, its history and tours that can be accessed. The car park is small and the entrance is very steep but if you are visiting during the week there was plenty of spaces available. · via Google [Chelsea Wilkinson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/101718059736503282057/reviews) ★★★★★ Visited for the first time today, the staff were all so lovely&friendly! The gardens/flowers were all so beautiful and well kept. It was so peaceful wandering around and it was nice to be able to get a wheelchair around. My grandma loved seeing the different gardens. Parking was easy to use with my membership card. Worth visiting for sure :) · via Google [Dan Thurstan](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118086491738514922680/reviews) ★★★★★ The gardens of an old manor house. These are divided up into smaller area each one with its own theme. Most enjoyable for those with an interest in gardening. Not much for teenagers, but a good maze enjoyed by adults and children up to about 12. A 2 to 3 hour visit would be enough for most. National Trust property, very handy to the centre of Durham. · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487e7d8c87f6bdbb:0xe1639923f70160ac!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this garden features beautiful, well-maintained gardens with diverse themes, including a fun maze and a charming second-hand bookshop. They also highlight the delicious scones and coffee available at the cafe, along with ample seating areas for relaxation. Guests mention the friendly and helpful staff, and appreciate the tranquil atmosphere, making it a peaceful escape. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Frankland Lane, Sidegate, Durham, DH1 5SZ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=54.7818944%2C-1.5742311) **Category** Historic Houses & Gardens **Guest rating** 4.6 / 5 (1,685 reviews) **Suitable for** Ages 0-12 **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Destination** Durham [More attractions in Durham](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/attractions) ★ 4.6 (1,685 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.crookhallgardens.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [0191 384 8028](tel:01913848028) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Durham **Postcode** DH1 5SZ **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C6WQCJG+Q8 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x487e7d8c87f6bdbb:0xe1639923f70160ac!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e7d8c87f6bdbb:0xe1639923f70160ac!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x487e7d8c87f6bdbb:0xe1639923f70160ac!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Durham Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Crook Hall & Gardens has a wheelchair-accessible entrance. ### Is there parking at Crook Hall & Gardens? Yes: free car park, paid car park, free street parking and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Crook Hall & Gardens? 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