Hardwick Hall, once a former country seat of the squires of Sedgefield, must be one of the most beautifully situated Country House Hotels in the North-East. Set in 120 acres of parkland, the Hotel offers a magnificent setting for any occassion.Once an ambling local hostelry with a certain air, Hardwick has now been transformed into a sumptuously appointed and spacious fifty-one bedroom quality hotel with outstanding conference and banqueting facilities...................................................... Just off the A1(M) yet nestling in the beautiful County Durham Countryside, a warm welcome always awaits visitors. International standards in comfort and communication are to be enjoyed at traditional North East value-for-money prices. Whether your visit is for business or pleasure, you might sense that parties and good living will always be part of Hardwick... Excellent views are enjoyed across the gardens and country park, with antique furnishings, high-tech communications (ISDN and modem) and entertainment including Bang and Olufsen hi-fis, satellite TV, DVD, wide-screen and plasma televisions, mini bars and safes, the bedrooms provide every modern day facility expected by todays guests. Bathrooms, spacious and special, are quite unique with their huge walk-in showers and deep baths. The premier bedrooms our jewels in the crown offer accommodation of the highest quality.