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Whether you are looking for a full day out or an exciting new addition to your existing group itinerary, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in our historic town
Together our attractions offer the perfect combination of art, history, faith and nature, centred around the magnificent Auckland Castle, giving you the flexibility to design an itinerary based on the interests of your groups.
The majority of our attractions are located within walking distance of each other, making it easy to explore everything Bishop Auckland has to offer and create an unforgettable day out.
We offer a selection of packages especially designed for groups, including bespoke tours and catering packages to suit your needs. Please speak to a member of our team to plan your itinerary.
Contact [email protected] today to plan your visit.
Reasons to Visit With Your Group
Group Savings
Enjoy exclusive group discounts for groups of 10 people or more and one free driver ticket per coach or minibus.
Seamless Planning
Our dedicated Group Visits team will help you plan your visit, with one free familiarisation trip for your group organiser.
Meet & Greet
We provide a professional and friendly Meet and Greet service on arrival to help you get the most out of your group visit.
Accessibility
Our indoor attractions are fully accessible and tickets for personal assistants and essential carers are included in the entry price for visitors with disabilities.
Stay a Little Longer
We can provide overnight accommodation for groups in Park Head Hotel, with 38 en-suite hotel rooms including singles, twins and doubles.
Group Savings
Enjoy exclusive group discounts for groups of 10 people or more and one free driver ticket per coach or minibus.
Seamless Planning
Our dedicated Group Visits team will help you plan your visit, with one free familiarisation trip for your group organiser.
Meet & Greet
We provide a professional and friendly Meet and Greet service on arrival to help you get the most out of your group visit.
Accessibility
Our indoor attractions are fully accessible and tickets for personal assistants and essential carers are included in the entry price for visitors with disabilities.
Stay a Little Longer
We can provide overnight accommodation for groups in Park Head Hotel, with 38 en-suite hotel rooms including singles, twins and doubles.
Getting Here
Ideally located in Bishop Auckland, at the heart of County Durham in North East England, The Auckland Project is easily accessible by road and by rail, just 11 miles from the city of Durham. Please speak to our Group Visits team about the best way to reach Bishop Auckland by road.
Our attractions are centred around the Market Place in Bishop Auckland. Free coach parking is available at North Bondgate Car Park and Park Head Hotel and must be booked in advance.
Plan Your Visit
Dine With Us
From our garden fork to your dinner plate, enjoy delicious home-grown food when you dine in our cafes and restaurants.
Find out more about Dine With Us
Stay with Us
It takes more than a day to delve into over a thousand years of history, which is why we’re excited to be able to offer visitors an overnight stay in Bishop Auckland.
Find out more about Stay with Us
Itineraries
Our carefully planned itineraries will help you make the most of your visit to Bishop Auckland.
Find out more about Itineraries
Contact Us
We're here to answer your questions and help you plan your visit.
Find out more about Contact Us
Our Attractions
The Auckland Project is a unique collection of visitor attractions in and around Bishop Auckland. As a regeneration charity, our mission is to create positive change for those living, working in and visiting our town. By visiting our attractions, you are helping us to ensure that Bishop Auckland's future is as vibrant as its past.
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