Opening our doors
We will be increasing the opening hours over the summer period.
Auckland Castle
We’re
open for business
Event hire
Auckland Castle is available to hire for corporate seminars, formal banquets and weddings or ceremonies. If your event is in need of a unique venue, few backdrops in the north–east rival the drama of Auckland Castle with its state rooms, chapel and grounds.
For more information contact: enquiries@aucklandcastle.org
The Zurbaran paintings
Auckland Castle has been the home of the Bishops of Durham for almost 1000 years. These pictures have been a part of the history of the Castle for over 250 of them.
Food festival
The annual Food Festival returns to Bishop Auckland, and it’s tastier than ever before!
Event hire
Auckland Castle is available to hire for corporate seminars, formal banquets and weddings or ceremonies.