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Morritt Arms Hotel

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Greta Bridge, Barnard Castle DL12 9SE, United Kingdom
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Historic coaching inn offering elegant meeting rooms and fine dining in the heart of Teesdale countryside.

About This Venue

The Morritt Arms Hotel is a distinguished 17th-century coaching inn set in the picturesque village of Greta Bridge, just outside Barnard Castle. This characterful venue combines period charm with modern facilities, featuring elegant function rooms suitable for corporate meetings, conferences, and special events. The hotel offers versatile meeting spaces accommodating up to 120 delegates, complemented by fine dining facilities and comfortable accommodation. Located in the heart of Teesdale, guests can enjoy stunning countryside views and easy access to the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District. The venue provides modern AV equipment, free WiFi throughout, and ample parking, making it an ideal choice for both business and leisure events in this historic region of County Durham.

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Indicative Budget
£2,700£5,100
Typical day-delegate event for ~60 guests
Capacity (max)
120
Typical attendees
60
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP

Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (60 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.

Capacity

120
Maximum Capacity
80
Theatre Style
120
Reception Style

Meeting Rooms

Room NameArea (m²)TheatreBoardroomU-ShapeClassroomDetails

Dickens Bar Function Room

85
80
303545

Restaurant Private Dining

60
40
202524

2 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 80 people

Features & Amenities

Free WiFi
AV Equipment
Parking
Restaurant
Bar
Accommodation
Garden Views
Historic Building
Air Conditioning
Disabled Access

📐 Space Specifications

450
Total Space (m²)
2.8m
Ceiling Height
Licensed Venue

Professional Hotel space

🍽️ Food & Catering

🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site

Dietary Options

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal

Full catering service available

🎤 AV Equipment

Projector
Screen
PA System
Microphones
Wi-Fi
Flip Charts
Lectern

🎯 Suitable For

📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training
📋Workshops
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Private Dining

♿ Accessibility

Ground floor accessible rooms availableAccessible parking spacesHearing loop available in main function room

Transport & Parking

🚆 Public Transport

Darlington railway station 12 miles away with regular services to London and Edinburgh. Local bus services available. Durham Tees Valley Airport 25 miles. Newcastle Airport 50 miles.

🅿️ Parking

✓ On-site parking available

Free on-site parking available for hotel guests and event attendees. Additional roadside parking available in village.

Availability

📅 Booking Lead Time

7 days minimum notice

👥 Capacity by Setup

80
theatre
30
boardroom
45
classroom
35
u shape
60
cabaret
120
reception
80
dining
70
banquet

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 120 guests in various configurations - theatre style, boardroom, or banquet seating
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout
Is catering available?
Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated
Is there parking available?
On-site parking available for guests and delegates, additional street parking nearby

Location & Contact

📍 Address

Greta Bridge
DL12 9SE, United Kingdom

🏷️ Categories

Meeting RoomsConference CentreWedding VenueRestaurant

Venue Location

Greta Bridge, Barnard Castle, DL12 9SE

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum capacity?

A: Up to 120 guests in various configurations - theatre style, boardroom, or banquet seating

Q: What AV equipment is available?

A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout

Q: Is catering available?

A: Full catering services available from light refreshments to three-course meals, dietary requirements accommodated

Q: Is there parking available?

A: On-site parking available for guests and delegates, additional street parking nearby

🎯 Things to Do Nearby

🏰Historic Site

🏰
Castle Bernard Historic Fortress
3.2 km (2 mi)
🏰
Raby Medieval Castle
11.2 km (7 mi)

🏛️Museum

🏛️
Bowes Museum Art Gallery
3.5 km (2.2 mi)
🏛️
Beamish Living History Museum
32 km (20 mi)

🎭Theatre

🎭
Richmond Georgian Theatre Royal
19.3 km (12 mi)

🌳Gardens

🌳
High Force Waterfall Nature Reserve
24.1 km (15 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.

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