Places to stay in Penshaw, Tyne and Wear

Penshaw, formerly known as Painshaw or Pensher, is an area of the metropolitan district of the City of Sunderland, in Tyne and Wear. It derives its name from the Cumbric Pen, meaning hill or ridge, and the Saxon Shaw, a wood or thicket; thus Penshaw is the wooded hill. Local restaurants include The Grey Horse Inn, Country Park Inn, Penshaw Monument, and F B’s Pizza Express.

The center of Penshaw ( which is at is longitude -1°29'30.026 and latitude 54°52'42.079 ) is located 3 miles away from Washington, 4 miles away from Castletown, 5 miles away from Sunderland and 6 miles away from Boldon.

Available Penshaw lodging

We currently have 3 accommodations in and around Penshaw.

Penshaw Hotels, B&Bs and Guest Houses

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Premier Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Sunderland:

Maybe you're visiting Sunderland on business, or to catch a game or concert at the Stadium Of Light. Or perhaps you're seeing a show at the Empire Theatre or an exhibition at The Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art.

1-3 Hind Street

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Hilton Garden Inn

Approx 5 miles away in Sunderland:

We're adjacent to the Stadium of Light, home to Sunderland Football Club and a choice of conference and event spaces. The city center, Port of Sunderland, and Roker Beach are within two miles. Enjoy a meal in Karbon Grill Kitchen and Bar, evening room service, and snacks from the Pavilion Pantry.

Vaux Brewery Way

Sunderland, Tyne and Wear

Listing updated 2026

Hotels

Travelodge

Approx 5 miles away in Chester-le-Street:

Our Chester-le-Street hotel places you in the historic northern market town of Chester Le Street, home to Durham County Cricket club.

Great North Road

Chester-le-Street, County Durham

Penshaw Camping, Caravans, Self Catering

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Things to see and do, places to eat in Penshaw

Stackyard

Stackyard ( Dining / Pubs / Bars ). Our newly refurbished local pub is set in the beautiful location of West Herrington. Our inviting beer garden looks on to Herrington Country Park which is a haven for walkers; the perfect place to come and enjoy a hot or cold drink afterwards. www.thestackyardpub.co.uk