Mining and market town history run through Bishop Auckland, once a coal centre and long the seat of the Bishops of Durham at Auckland Castle. Visitors can pause between sights at one of the town's many cafes, or settle in for the night at a local hotel. Across the town's 71 listed destinations, there's a steady rhythm of coffee stops and comfortable stays for anyone exploring County Durham.
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