Ushaw College

Ushaw College rests within 400 acres of traditional Durham countryside with 30 acres of immediate gardens and grounds, providing the perfect tranquil setting for your venue.

Blending traditional values with modern, high-tech facilities, Ushaw College offers a range of indoor and outdoor facilities which combine to create the ideal working environment away from the office.

Conveniently located, with high quality customer service and attention to detail, Ushaw College offers all you can want without the distractions and rush of everyday life.

Ushaw College, the Roman Catholic Seminary for the North of England, is one of County Durham's destinations for visitors and tourists.

The college was formed in 1568 and located in Durham since 1808 for the formation of Catholic priests and this role remains at the heart of the college. Recent years has seen the college diversify to meet new demands from changing markets, opening up opportunities for the travel trade, groups, clubs and societies.

Ushaw College has three-star English Tourist Board accreditation and is acknowledged for its perfect location for hosting tourism groups in this unique setting, in particular the legacy of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture that can still be enjoyed today.

Ushaw College is placed for visits to Durham City as well as wider attractions in County Durham. Ushaw is English Tourist Board accredited but has a different offer from B&Bs or guesthouse because of the architecture and history, space and tranquility - visitors really can get away from the rush of ife and learn something new every day.


Ushaw College hosts a range of group travel activities, with special rates available dependant on group numbers.

Packages include:
Dinner, bed and full English or Continental breakfast
Guided tour of the college, gardens and spectacular St Cuthbert's Chapel - with talks about the life of a Seminarian and the history of Ushaw College.
Free coach parking
Free accommodation for the coach driver
Free WIFI