What's Open During our Refurbishment

What's Open During our Refurbishment

A new chapter for Rockliffe Hall begins this summer. Until then, we welcome you to unwind in the five-star luxury of our resort, set in 375 acres of County Durham countryside.

Rockliffe Hall Unveils First Details of ATLAS James & Maria Close

Rockliffe Hall Unveils First Details of ATLAS James & Maria Close

Rockliffe Hall has revealed the first details of its new 36-cover standalone restaurant, ATLAS James & Maria Close, which will open this summer.

Rockliffe Hall Reveals Post-renovation Plans

Rockliffe Hall Reveals Post-renovation Plans

Following a multimillion-pound transformation, Rockliffe Hall reveals post-renovation plans to re-emerge as a world-class, gastronomy-focused, luxury hotel destination set to fully reopen this summer 2026. 

Investing in the Future of Rockliffe Hall

Investing in the Future of Rockliffe Hall

As part of Rockliffe Hall's ongoing Old Hall refurbishment and the development of a brand-new, world-class dining destination, the hotel has confirmed a short pause in resort operations this January.

Introducing a Refreshed Café TERRA

Introducing a Refreshed Café TERRA

A space thoughtfully refreshed to do it all, exceptionally. From delicious breakfasts and leisurely lunches to relaxed dining and coffee & pastries for all those moments in between.

What's On this Festive Season

What's On this Festive Season

It's time to start planning the most wonderful time of the year!

What's On this August

What's On this August

Family fun, delicious food and moments of relaxation are all on the agenda this August.

What's On this July

What's On this July

This July is all about making memories that last a lifetime.

What's On this June

What's On this June

This June is full of bold flavours, unexpected experiences and exciting stays.

Your Summer, Your Rules

Your Summer, Your Rules

We're turning up the heat this summer. Here's your one-stop guide to vibrant food and unexpected experiences across the resort.

Rockliffe Hall Begins Work in Multi-million Pound Renovation Project

Rockliffe Hall Begins Work in Multi-million Pound Renovation Project

Rockliffe Hall, the award-winning five-star resort hotel in the north east of England, is breaking ground this week at the beginning of the resort hotel’s significant renovation plans to become a world-class, gastronomy-focused destination.

James & Maria Close to appear on James Martin’s Saturday Morning

James & Maria Close to appear on James Martin’s Saturday Morning

Coming to ITV this weekend! Catch James and Maria Close as they chat all things food and Rockliffe on James Martin’s Saturday Morning which airs on Saturday 12th April.

Spotlight on Head Chef, Adam Molloy

Spotlight on Head Chef, Adam Molloy

Adam Molloy joined the Rockliffe team in 2024 from the two-Michelin starred Raby Hunt.

We sat down with Head Chef, Adam to talk about his career as a chef so far, how he finds his inspiration for dishes and where is next on his must-visit list.

Maria Close Shortlisted for The Good Food Guide's Chef to Watch Award 2025

Maria Close Shortlisted for The Good Food Guide's Chef to Watch Award 2025

Following an impressive culinary career, Maria Close has been shortlisted for The Good Food Guide's Chef to Watch Award 2025.

Planning Application Approved for New World-Class Dining Experience at Rockliffe Hall

Planning Application Approved for New World-Class Dining Experience at Rockliffe Hall

Rockliffe Hall has had its first planning application approved for a purpose-built pavilion that will house a flagship restaurant of award-winning quality.

Festive Afternoon Tea

Festive Afternoon Tea

Behind the scenes, Head Pastry Chef Ashleigh Pitcher and her team work year-round to craft a truly memorable Festive Afternoon Tea experience. Discover the story from the kitchen.

Rockliffe Hall submits plans for multimillion-pound renovation

Rockliffe Hall submits plans for multimillion-pound renovation

Rockliffe Hall, the award-winning five-star resort hotel and historic destination in the north east of England, has submitted two planning applications as part of a renovation project aimed at cementing its reputation as the leading resort in the region with international appeal.

James Close reveals the inspiration behind TERRA

James Close reveals the inspiration behind TERRA

We sat down with James Close to talk about how a family trip to San Sebastian became the inspiration for TERRA, found out where to go for the best steak and discovered which restaurant is next on his list to visit!

Abigail Smith Awarded North East Young Chef of the Year

Abigail Smith Awarded North East Young Chef of the Year

Congratulations to Abigail Smith, Commis Chef at Rockliffe Hall's Orangery restaurant, who has been named 'North East Young Chef of the Year' for 2024.

Chef James Close to Launch Summer Residency at Rockliffe Hall

Chef James Close to Launch Summer Residency at Rockliffe Hall

James Close, will open a brand-new summer residency at Rockliffe Hall from 13th June 2024. TERRA will welcome guests with an ingredient-led menu and relaxed experience for dinner that brings the best of land and sea, from near and far.

Your Mother's Day Gift Guide

Your Mother's Day Gift Guide

Say thank you to Mum with a gift experience from Rockliffe Hall and make it the best Mother's Day yet.

Chef James Close to join Rockliffe Hall as Culinary Director

James Close, Chef Patron of 2 Michelin Star Raby Hunt is joining Rockliffe Hall as Culinary Director

The Ultimate Rockliffe Christmas Gift Guide

The Ultimate Rockliffe Christmas Gift Guide

Wow someone special with a gift experience from Rockliffe Hall… and better yet receive it to your inbox immediately!

The Orangery Autumn/Winter Menu

The Orangery Autumn/Winter Menu

Read all about the brand new menu for our flagship restaurant, The Orangery by Paul Nicholson.

Our ethos is to use the very best seasonal produce, while championing sustainability and many of the dishes use ingredients grown in the walled kitchen gardens or foraged within the estate.

The Orangery at Rockliffe Hall joins The MICHELIN Guide 2023

The Orangery at Rockliffe Hall joins The MICHELIN Guide 2023

The Orangery at Rockliffe Hall is among the Michelin inspectors' favourite new restaurants for 2023.

Three Wines To Try This English Wine Week

Three Wines To Try This English Wine Week

English Wine Week takes place from 17th to 25th June this year. To celebrate our very own great grapes we take a look at three of our favourite English wines from the Orangery wine list this summer.

The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide

The Ultimate Father’s Day Gift Guide

With Father’s Day fast approaching we have curated our guide to the perfect gift for even the most difficult Dad’s to buy for.

Meet our local suppliers – Rounton Coffee Roasters

Meet our local suppliers – Rounton Coffee Roasters

Meet our local suppliers – Rounton Coffee Roasters based locally in Northallerton. 

Find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day with our Rockliffe Hall Gift Guide

Find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day with our Rockliffe Hall Gift Guide

Find the perfect gift for Mother’s Day with our Rockliffe Hall Gift Guide

Orangery Head Chef achieves 3AA Rosettes

Orangery Head Chef achieves 3AA Rosettes

We’re delighted to announce that Paul Nicholson, Head Chef of The Orangery has been awarded 3 AA Rosettes for culinary excellence.

The Ultimate Valentine's Gift Guide

Wow your Valentine or Galentine with a special gift experience from Rockliffe Hall… and better yet receive it to your inbox immediately!

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide

The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide

Wow someone special with a gift experience from Rockliffe Hall… and better yet receive it to your inbox immediately!

Michelin starred chef to join Rockliffe Hall

Michelin starred chef to join Rockliffe Hall

Celebrated chef Paul Nicholson will become Head Chef of the flagship Orangery restaurant later this month.

New Walled Garden set for May re-launch

New Walled Garden set for May re-launch

The finishing touches are now being put in place to our newly restored Walled Kitchen Garden. The re-launch is planned for May. Find out about everything this working garden will have to offer…

The Road to Rockliffe: How to spend three days on resort

The Road to Rockliffe: How to spend three days on resort

From an afternoon in the Spa Garden to five-star food like no other, there’s so much to do on resort here at Rockliffe Hall.

Steven Lamb promoted to Head Chef of The Orangery

Steven Lamb promoted to Head Chef of The Orangery

We're delighted to announce the promotion of Steven Lamb to the role of Head Chef of The Orangery Restaurant.

Rockliffe Hall Appoints Martin Horsley as Executive Head Chef

Rockliffe Hall Appoints Martin Horsley as Executive Head Chef

We're delighted to announce our latest hire, Martin Horsley who joins the team as Executive Head Chef across the estate restaurants.