Rockliffe Hall
Darlington, United Kingdom
Rockliffe Hall
A tranquil golf and spa resort on the banks of the River Tees
Rockliffe Hall is a magnificent 18th-century country house that has been lovingly restored and extended to create an outstanding resort close to the North Yorkshire Moors. Complete with the largest golf course in the UK, a sophisticated spa, three superb restaurants and service more reminiscent of a private club than a hotel, this is the perfect retreat.
There is more than a touch of glamour at Rockliffe Hall with elaborate crystal chandeliers, chenille and velvet fabrics in rich browns and reds as well as televisions in the bathrooms. Several of the rooms and suites have glorious views of the golf course.
Following a challenging round of golf or a walk along the estate’s numerous trails, spend some well earned down time in the spa. Indulge in a soothing therapy, then relax in the caldarium or the sauna and cool off with ice flakes from the igloo. Dine in Rockliffe Hall’s The Orangery restaurant, under the direction of Michelin-star chef, Kenny Atkinson for a perfect end to the day.
At a glance
Location
Set between the villages of Croft and Hurworth-on-Tees, just five minutes’ drive from Darlington in County Durham. 46 miles from Newcastle International Airport and 6 miles from Durham Tees Valley Airport.
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Things to enjoy
Largest 18-hole golf course in the UK, golf academy, Michelin-star chef in fine dining restaurant, two informal restaurants, expansive spa with hydro-pool, tepidarium, caldarium, saunas, tropicarium and igloo, walking trails, gym, exercise classes, fishing, Nordic Walking.
Services
We offer some of the most elegant and luxurious hotel rooms in the UK and are commited to providing the highest levels of service to our guests.
Our golf concierge will look after you from arrival and departure, offering a full concierge and club / shoe cleaning service.
Spa butlers will look after you whilst you are relaxing in our facilities, with a wide selection of complimentary fruit and drinks plus a fully licenced bar on poolside for all guests to enjoy.
Concierge offer Valet Parking and luggage services, and a complimentary morning copy of the Northern Echo is provided for you on your first morning with us.
Directory of services
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Anti allergy amenities inroom
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Butler service
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Car Parking ( complimentary )
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CD / DVD library
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Complimentary newspaper
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Concierge
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Daily maid service
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Daily newspaper
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Disabled Access
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Disabled Rooms
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Doctor on call
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Exclusive Use
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Florist
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High speed Internet in public areas
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High speed Internet in guest rooms
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Internet / E-mail terminal
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Laundry service
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Luggage services
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Multilingual staff
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Pressing service
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Room service - 24 hour
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Shoe shine service
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Sommelier
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Themed Events
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Turn-down service
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Valet Parking
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Wake up calls
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Licenced Wedding Ceremonies
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Wheelchair available
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WI-FI in public areas
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WI-FI in guest rooms
On-site facilities
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Beauty Salon
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Boutique/Gift shop
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Business Centre
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Fitness Facility
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Gym/studio (supervised)*
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Helipad
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Indoor swimming pool
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Jacuzzi
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Jogging trail
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Luggage storeroom
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Sauna
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Spa (supervised)
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Wine Cellar
Family facilities
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Cots
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Family rooms
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Interconnecting rooms
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Children's Meals
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Pool
Languages spoken
Dining
What do you fancy? A four-course dinner or a steak sandwich; traditional roast dinner or a smoked haddock salad? Or maybe a glass of champagne and a cream tea? Our guests are individuals so our three restaurants cater for all tastes.
Kenny Atkinson at the Orangery
Rockliffe Hall's flagship 3AA Rosette British Fine Dining restaurant offers you the opportunity to sample exquisite dishes created by Michelin-starred chef, Kenny Atkinson. Set in the lovingly restored in the Old Hall, enjoy spectacular panoramic views over the gardens at Rockliffe Hall as well as the golf course and countryside beyond.
In The Orangery we remain fiercely loyal to local suppliers and offer quality food at everyday prices across three tasting menus -Taste of the market, Prestige Tasting, and Gourmand Tasting Menus.
The menus feature bold dishes with strong, contrasting flavours and textures and feature prize winning dishes from the BBC's Great British Menu.
Restaurant details
| Type: |
British Fine Dining |
| Dress Code: |
We respectfully request that customers visiting the Orangery for dinner observe our dress code of smart attire including collared shirts or jackets for gentleman, no sportswear, trainers, or jeans. |
| Opening Hours: |
Tuesday to Saturday - table reservations available from 6.30pm to 9.30pm
Sunday and Monday - closed
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
The Clubhouse
We serve a fantastic menu every day from 7.00am through till evening. Focusing on British Classics it includes seasonal specials which change on a daily basis.The friendly, comfortable and relaxing environment means the clubhouse makes the perfect dining venue. Lounge in the huge comfy sofas or take in the views on the sunny terrace.
Restaurant details
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Traditional / Grill |
| Dress Code: |
Smart casual |
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Reservations available daily from 9.00am till 8.30pm
| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
The Brasserie by Atkinson
ckliffe Hall is delighted to introduce its exciting new restaurant The Brasserie by Atkinson.
Situated above the Spa, the new eating and dining venue has replaced the previous Waterhouse Bistro and will act a partner restaurant to the fine dining Kenny Atkinson at the Orangery and the established Clubhouse restaurant and Spike Bar. The area has undergone dramatic transformation including the addition of new booths, banquette style seating and clothed tables in the evening creating a fresh modern and relaxed feel.
Overseen and created by Kenny himself, the menus reflect a more simple style of food than the Orangery but with the same strong focus on local fresh produce from carefully chosen suppliers.
The style of the menu will have a strong regional influence and features, for example, classic dishes such as Craster Fish Pie (as seen prepared by Kenny on BBC2's Great British Menu & Sky Food Perfect), Slow Roasted Pork Loin with Pease Pudding as seen on BBC's Saturday Kitchen and classics like Steaks, Fish & Chips.
Restaurant details
| Type: |
Modern British |
| Dress Code: |
Relaxed/informal with robes allowed before 5.00pm, smart casual on evenings |
| Opening Hours: |
Daily from 9.00am till 9.30pm
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| Smoking: |
No (Non-Smoking) |
Spa
At 50,000 square feet, our Spa guarantees the luxury of space to relax, unwind and indulge. Using exclusive Comfort Zone and organic ILA products, our therapists offer facials, wraps and massages to more specialist anti-ageing and detoxing treatments. Uniquely our 'water' combines hydro-pool and leisure pool with holistic experiences in one fantastic space… so you can drift away into and on our sound-wave therapy beds, or give yourself some me-time in the thermal bathing suite with its tepidarium, caldarium, roman and heat saunas, tropicarium, hydropool and ice fountain.
The Spa at Rockliffe Hall
Spa Treatments
- Aqua-aerobics
- Aromatherapy
- Body scrub
- Caldarium
- Deep tissue massage
- Hamman
- Hydrotherapy
- Indian head massage
- Jet shower
- Kundalini
- Lymphatic Drainage Massage
- Rasul Bath
- Reflexology
- Salt Glow
- Sauna
- Spinning
Leisure
Rockliffe Hall is the perfect place to enjoy a wide range of leisure facilities. In addition to our award-winning Spa, the resort features a fantastic 18 hole championship golf course.
Rockliffe Hall is set on the banks of the River Tees in the North East of England. It has one of Europe's longest and most challenging golf courses- designed by Marc Westonborg (HawtreeLtd.). The course is measured at an astounding 7,879 yards from the back tees,but with 5 individual tee positions, it offers a unique challenge to any standard of golfer.
Golfing at Rockliffe Hall provides an exhilarating and exciting afternoon or day out, with beautiful surroundings of the 375 acre golf course, surrounding countryside and the five star Rockliffe Hall Hotel and Spa.
The Clubhouse provides the perfect relaxation space required after a round of golf and caters for corporate groups, events, individuals and business meetings, with a beautiful dining experience, after golf bar, and Pro-Shop, selling a wide range of golfing brands.
Outdoor pursuits available in include fishing on the River Tees, Clay Pigeon Shooting within our grounds, Nordic Walking and we are stiuated close to the fantastic shooting areas of the North Yorkshire Moors and Dales for some of the best shooting in the United Kingdom.
Activities
- Clay Pigeon Shooting - On Request
- Croquet - On Site
- Golf Driving Range - On Site
- Freshwater Fishing - On Site
- Sea Fishing - On Request
- Hairdresser - On Request
- Horse Racing - Nearby
- Horse Riding - Nearby
- Indoor Swimming Pool - On Site
- Jacuzzi - On Site
- Pitch And Putt Golf - Nearby
- Tennis - Within 10 Miles / 15 Km
Meetings and Business
Business at Rockliffe means having the peace to concentrate and time to think that busy lives often lack. Throw in communications technology, easy parking, guaranteed privacy - plus a round of golf when the going gets tough - and what's not to like?
Business Services
- Air-conditioning
- Audio-visual equipment
- Digital Projector
- Blackboard/Whiteboard
- Broadband Internet access
- Conference telephone
- Dance floor/Platform/Stage
- Data ports
- Direct dial telephone
- DVD
- Exhibition space
- Flip charts
- Internet / E-mail access
- Lectern
- Microphone
- Mineral water/Tea/Coffee
- Overhead projectors
- Partitions
- LCD / Plasma flat screens
- Platform
- Projector
- Scanner
- Screen
- Television
- Video conferencing
- Video equipment / VCR
- Wireless internet access
Near Rockliffe Hall
Darlington, North Yorkshire Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Durham Castle and cathedral, numerous coastal villages, walking trails, cycling, Piercebridge Roman Fort site, railway museum, Raby Castle, Bowes Museum, steam railway.
