Budget Hostels from RM 295

Good weather's definitely a plus when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 14°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Chester-le-Street is 762 mm.

Depending on how you want to spend your time, you might like to explore the area around Chester-le-Street. Get out into nature with places such as Waldridge Fell Country Park, Crook Hall and Gardens and Leazes Park. Cultural attractions include Beamish Open Air Museum, Gala Theatre Durham and Utilita Arena Newcastle. Visit landmarks such as Lumley Castle, Finchale Priory and Washington Old Hall.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Chester-le-Street on hand to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the nearest airport, which is Newcastle (NCL-Newcastle Intl.), located 13.9 mi (22.4 km) from the city centre. An alternative is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.), which is 24.1 mi (38.9 km) away. Once you're on the ground, you may want to use public transport to get around. If you're looking to see more of the surrounding area, make your way to Chester-le-Street Station to take a train.