Set in the County Durham Dales, Edge Knoll Farm Holiday Cottages comprises of two 17th Century Barn Conversions. Located near Hamsterley in Bishop Auckland, both cottages have the rustic charm of the Listed Grade 2 stone-built cow byres they once were.
Countryside Views From
BOTH OF OUR COTTAGES
Sharing a leafy courtyard, both Wear View and Witton View Cottage’s views are over open countryside with plenty of nature and wildlife to take in. They are pet friendly and each sleep 4 people with one double bedroom and one twin bedroom. A baby’s cot is also available to prebook if required.
WITTON VIEW COTTAGE
As the name may suggest, Witton View cottage faces North towards the picturesque village of Witton le Wear. Homely and welcoming, this spacious cottage provides a fabulous central location for exploring all that Durham and Weardale have to offer.
WEAR VIEW COTTAGE
Wear View cottage looks out to the east over fields to the River Wear. Like Witton View, our second cottage is tastefully decorated and furnished with everything you’ll need away from home. Sharing a courtyard, both cottages have their own private patio area.
Be Adventurous
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Awe Inspiring
THE SPECTACULAR KYNREN
RUNS JUNE - SEPTEMBER
Two thousand years of history, myth and legend rush by in 90 minutes as we join young Arthur on his epic quest. Rebellions, wars, magic, majesty, celebration and heartache are vividly brought to ground-shaking life in a dazzling outdoor-theatre spectacular. Be sure to check dates on the Kynren Website.
Adventure
WEARDALE ADVENTURE CENTRE
ALL YEAR ROUND
Weardale Adventure Centre offers fun and learning in an area of outstanding natural beauty in County Durham. The centre caters for adults, schools and groups and our experienced and qualified team ensure guests create memories that last for a lifetime, in a safe and friendly environment.
Nature
HAMSTERLEY FOREST
ALL YEAR ROUND
Escape the hustle and bustle of the everyday at County Durham’s largest forest. From wildlife watching to stargazing, and adventure play for all the family to exhilarating mountain biking, there is something to keep everyone busy.
Dine
CROSS KEYS HAMSTERLEY
ALL YEAR ROUND
Proudly run by landlady Sue Kerry with her partner Robert and their team, The Cross Keys offer’s fresh homecooked pub food to order, along with a selection of real ales, draught beers, wines and spirits.
Gallery
YOUR ACCOMMODATION
There are additional images on both individual cottage pages.
Local Residents
WILDLIFE AT EDGE KNOLL FARM
There have been more than eighty species of birds spotted at Edge Knoll Farm. Our annual visitors, the swallows, return every year to their own summer accommodation in the buildings around the courtyard. Tawny and Barn Owls, Buzzards, Woodpeckers, Herons and a great variety of songbirds can be seen daily. This is bird watching from your armchair!
BARN OWLS
We have four resident Barn Owls on Edge Knoll so far. Though usually nocturnal creatures, they can sometimes be seen hunting through the day and patrolling their own patch of grass in the 200 acres around the cottages.
Kind Words
FROM HAPPY CUSTOMERS
“We highly recommend this as a place to stay if you are looking for somewhere to stay in the area and in close reach of the Pennines. The owner, Michael, is very friendly, helpful and knowledgeable about the local area and was able to provide us with some great suggestions of places to visit.”
WOMBLE T
“Highly Recommended”
“It was located on a farm (non-working) in a fairly remote setting. Michael who lives on site is a lovely gent, very knowledgeable and helpful. The cottages were clean, cosy and warm, we as a family really loved our stay, it was a great base to travel out from.”
KAREN BOLTON
“Loved our Stay”
“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Wear View Cottage. The farmhouse and walled garden are beautiful as is the small courtyard area to the front of the cottages. On our arrival, we were met by the owner who made us feel very welcome.”
SUE
“Happy to Recommend”
“The cottage is well equipped and comfortable. It is very peaceful we all managed full night sleeps including our 2 year old. The facilities were great for eating in. The log burner was excellent. Mike & Graham were really hospitable and gave us great suggestions on local attractions.”
HAZEL
“A Wonderful Stay”
“The property is very remote and it is a very peaceful and relaxing place to stay. The courtyard in front of the cottage is beautiful and worthy of a mention. The owner Michael, who lives in the adjacent farmhouse, is also very helpful and friendly. Overall it is a great place and would have no hesitation is recommending it to others”
DAVID
“No Hesitation in Recommending”
a Word From
MICHAEL EDMONDS
I am privileged to live on and own Edge Knoll Farm and the old 17th-century Cow Byres and Gin Gang Mill buildings which are now Holiday Cottages. I was also privileged to have been a friend of the late Harry Jewitt who’s father bought Edge Knoll Farm in 1927.
I spent many happy hours in Harry’s company and his descriptions of life and work, at first for his father then later as the owner himself. Harry had hundreds of stories to tell of life at Edge Knoll, all point to a life that was hard but rewarding.
Whilst this website is primarily to promote our business, I am very passionate about the history of Edge Knoll and its surrounding area. If you’re interested, you can read more about The Farm’s history and also gain some insight into where to go and what to do during your stay with us.
Mike Edmonds
Owner – Edge Knoll Farm
More Info?
GET IN TOUCH
If you’re looking to enquire about availability, please fill in the form below and let us know your preferred dates. If you simply want to send us a quick message, just leave the dates out.
Edge Knoll Farm Holiday Cottages,
Hamsterley, Bishop Auckland DL13 3PF
T: 07971 883431 | E: enquiries@edgeknollfarm.co.uk