A few colleagues are travelling the night before (Friday) and have asked about hotels and stays in the area. Many people choose to make a full weekend of the event, beginning with an informal get-together on Friday evening.
Friday evening is also a quieter time to visit the Museum. Julie at the Don Bar is always open on Fridays and offers a warm welcome. Breakfast is available on Saturday morning if you let her know in advance.
Onsite Camping
The on-site car park is large and can easily accommodate motorhomes and caravans for those who wish to park up for the night.
There are no facilities other than the amenities of the Don Bar.
In addition to on-site parking for motorhomes and caravans, there are two hotels within walking/taxi distance.
Hampton by Hilton
A 10-minute walk from Stockton train station, this relaxed hotel is 12 minutes’ walk from the Infinity Bridge over the River Tees and 4 miles from the Middlesbrough Institute of Modern Art.
Informal rooms with colourful accents feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, plus tea and coffeemaking facilities. Suites offer sofabeds.
Breakfast is complimentary. Other amenities include a relaxed bar, a 24-hour gym
Premier Inn
A 10-minute walk from Stockton train station, just across the River Tees from Teesside Shopping Park, right by Durham University’s Queen’s Campus.
A super-comfy bed, blackout curtains, a powerful shower and free Wi-Fi – our double rooms have everything you’ll need for a great night’s sleep.
Free on-site parking is available at this hotel
