Find the perfect holiday rental for your Great Aycliffe getaway
Learn about the unique charm of Great Aycliffe with a stay in a holiday home rental. This city has something for everyone. If you need more space to accommodate a family holiday or a trip with friends, rental homes often come with separate dining areas and spacious living rooms.
Activities and attractions in Great Aycliffe
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the city? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Great Aycliffe a fun place to get away to. These are some of the major attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Spennymoor Leisure Centre (5.9 mi / 9.5 km)
- Rockliffe Hotel Spa (9.4 mi / 15.2 km)
- Croft Circuit (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Diggerland (13.6 mi / 21.8 km)
- Karting North East (17.2 mi / 27.7 km)
- Walworth Castle Birds of Prey (4.6 mi / 7.5 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Great Aycliffe
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to appreciate the scenery, Great Aycliffe is a great place to get out in nature. Here are some of the area’s most enchanting natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Hardwick Park (4.8 mi / 7.8 km)
- Whitworth Hall Country Park (6.9 mi / 11.2 km)
- Wynyard Woodland Park (7.6 mi / 12.3 km)
- Crook Hall and Gardens (11.6 mi / 18.6 km)
- Hamsterley Forest (13.6 mi / 21.9 km)
- Seaton Carew Beach (15.8 mi / 25.4 km)
Transport options to and around Great Aycliffe
Fly into Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), the closest airport, located 8.9 mi (14.4 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could also fly into Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.), which is 29.7 mi (47.8 km) away.
If you prefer train travel, make your way to Newton Aycliffe Station or Heighington Station to see more of the city.






