High Force Hotel | Traditional Country Inn | Forest-in-Teesdale, Co. Durham

Escape to the Country

Packed with character, warmth and charm, High Force Hotel is an idyllic rural retreat in picture-perfect Upper Teesdale. Our 10 individually-designed en-suite rooms combine traditional country inn comfort with a contemporary touch, and nothing is too much trouble for our friendly team.

From walking through the scenic sights of Upper Teesdale to stargazing some of the darkest skies in the country High Force Hotel is the perfect place to explore the great outdoors and get some colour in your cheeks. And after all that exertion, there’s an ever-changing menu of seasonal flavours and local drinks to enjoy.

If open fireplaces, weathered floorboards and effortless, laidback elegance sounds like your kind of place, we can’t wait to welcome you and the whole family – including four-legged friends – to your new favourite place.

A warm welcome awaits

Every room at High Force Hotel has its own unique character and style. Inside, you’ll find antiques and oil paintings alongside modern-day luxuries like quality bed linen, fluffy towels and power showers. And our double beds are extra wide and extra comfortable – perfect for relaxing after a day exploring rolling dales and sun-dappled woods.

Perfectly placed

There are miles and miles of footpaths to explore and unspoilt landscapes to enjoy in Upper Teesdale. The stretch of the Pennine Way between Low and High Force is widely considered one of the most beautiful walks in the country, taking in stunning wildflower meadows and iconic views along the way. Plus, there’s Raby Castle and Deer Park Bowes Museum and Barnard Castle on your doorstep, with Durham and Newcastle just a little further afield.

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Eat

We serve delicious, home-cooked food all day, from breakfast, snacks and lunches right through to evening meals in the relaxed setting of The High Force Hotel.

Sleep

High Force Hotel has 10 individually designed en-suite bedrooms, offering a range of accommodation, from sumptuous Deluxe Super King rooms to Classic double or Single.

Activities

Upper Teesdale is home to some of the UK’s rarest plants and most iconic upland birds. You’ll discover rocks with dramatic origins, ice age features, ancient settlements, lead mining heritage and wonderful wildlife.

Weddings

Where better can you think of to get married than one of the North of England’s greatest natural sights.

High Force Hotel and Waterfall is one of the most unique venues in the country. The hotel set in the midst of High Force, arguably England’s most spectacular waterfall and surrounded by some of the most stunning unspoilt natural scenery in the country. We are blessed to be one of the most romantic wedding venues in County Durham.

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Corporate Christmas Event

The hotel has a large function room which is perfect for private dining, meetings, training sessions and celebrating any special occasion.

High Force Hotel & Waterfall is a magical place to visit this Christmas, ideal for a Corporate Christmas Party or Afternoon.

This year, we are offering local businesses the choice of a Christmas Cream Tea surrounded by warm open fires in our country style hotel along with a wintery walk to High Force Waterfall or a three-course meal in the elegant, newly renovated garden room at High Force Hotel.