Crook Hall in Durham is a hidden gem. With beautiful historic buildings surrounded by carefully nurtured gardens, Crook Hall is a short walk from Durham city centre but a million miles away. The medieval haunted hall is amazing, with a great history. Try Crook Hall afternoon tea, children's events, games and trails, or seasonal events such as apple picking day and an Easter egg hunt. Head into Crook Hall gardens for the vegetable plot, orchard, secret walled garden, silver garden and moat pool