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The Lumley Castle (now a hotel, one of the finest medieval castles in the North), the Riverside cricket ground (home of Durham County Cricket Club), and a County Durham town with a remarkable Roman and medieval heritage
A little history
Chester-le-Street was the site of a Roman fort (Concangis) and later a significant early Christian settlement — the body of St Cuthbert rested here for over 100 years before being taken to Durham. Lumley Castle, built in the 1390s, dominates the town. Durham County Cricket Club plays at the Riverside ground here.
Lumley Castle is worth visiting — afternoon tea in a medieval castle is quite something. The Riverside ground for Durham cricket in summer. The riverside walk along the Wear. The church for the extraordinary Anker's House and medieval monuments.
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The town centre has independent cafes and restaurants. Lumley Castle has excellent dining. The cricket ground has good matchday food.
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The Lumley Castle (now a hotel, one of the finest medieval castles in the North), the Riverside cricket ground (home of Durham County Cricket Club), and a County Durham town with a remarkable Roman and medieval heritage Roam surfaces the hidden gems that make Chester-le-Street worth exploring.
The town centre has independent cafes and restaurants. Lumley Castle has excellent dining. The cricket ground has good matchday food. Download Roam free to discover Chester-le-Street's food scene.
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Chester-le-Street serves a large County Durham catchment. Independent businesses serve the local community. The cricket ground brings significant visitors. List your Chester-le-Street business on Roam to reach local customers in County Durham.
Roam covers all of Chester-le-Street including Pelton, Birtley, Lumley, Great Lumley, Ouston. Lumley Castle is worth visiting — afternoon tea in a medieval castle is quite something. The Riverside ground for Durham cricket in summer. The riverside walk along the Wear. The church for the extraordinary Anker's House and medieval monuments.
