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You’ll be spoilt for choice when it’s time to refuel during your visit. Tuck into a hearty lunch by the roaring fire in a country pub or dine out in style at award-winning countryside eateries.
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Restaurant
Blanchland
Once upon a time a 12th Century Abbot's Priory, The Lord Crewe Arms of today is humble, honest and never overstated. This is the kind of food that will make you think ‘I really must do this more often’.
Restaurant
Barnard Castle
We serve locally-sourced and exceptionally tasty food all day, from breakfast, light bites and lunch through to indulgent evening meals. And The High Force Hotel is an elegant yet wonderfully relaxed setting, with open fires and plenty of rustic…
Café
Bishop Auckland
Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, special of the day or our delicious home-made cakes & bakes whilst enjoying the beautiful countryside views from our enclosed wooden decking area. Relax and catch-up with friends or family over an Afternoon Tea…
Farmers Market
BARNARD CASTLE
Barnard Castle Farmers’ Market is one of the North East’s most popular markets featuring a wide range of artisan food and crafts from the region. Open 9:00 to 14:30 on the first Saturday of each month.
Bar
Barnard Castle
The cosy and intimate Dickens Bar is a lovely place to enjoy a drink at The Morritt, whether a traditional cask ale or an aperitif before dinner.
Pub/Inn
Fir Tree
Offering: A Collection Service
A warm welcome awaits you at the Duke of York. A great place to eat and drink. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with great service.
Restaurant
Gainford
The best of local and seasonal produce including ingredients from the Hall’s own gardens with dishes that reflect modern British cooking.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Stanhope
A warm welcome awaits at our 75-seater, accessible for all, tearoom. Providing an extensive menu of homemade hot and cold meals, speciality teas and coffees, irresistible home baking and traditional Sunday lunches, served in a relaxing environment.
Brewery
Evenwood, Bishop Auckland
Welcome to our lovely little taproom. We pride ourselves in offering a great atmosphere in a comfortable setting where everyone is welcome. Whether its a cup of tea, some great craft beers, a cosy evening in our upstairs lounge or a good giggle with…
Restaurant
Barningham
Discover, "The Hidden Gem of the Dale" at Coghlans at Barningham. Coghlans restaurant is the perfect place to dine, using the finest, indigenous produce. 3-6 course menu starting from £22.50 per person.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Barningham
Offering: A Delivery Service
Discover the "Hidden Gem of the Dale" and take a step back in time at Coghlans Tearoom. A classical tea room serving delicious handmade cakes, light lunches, toasted sandwiches, and full afternoon tea, using Coghlans…
Pub/Inn
Witton-le-Wear
Traditional family run pub offering real ales, cosy restaurant and wood burning stove creating a warm family friendly atmosphere. Outside Area, beer garden, large car park, cosy en suite bedrooms
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Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Barnard Castle
Offering: A Collection Service
The Witham Café Bar is at the heart of the award-winning modern atrium that bridges the two older buildings. Licensed day and evening, we serve locally sourced, seasonal lunches and suppers, full afternoon tea, home…
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Darlington
Come and enjoy some sweet treats and savory pastries from our Raby menu at the Yurt Cafe, during your visit.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Newbiggin
The café offers both hot and cold drinks as well as a variety of hot and cold food. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available.
Restaurant
Barnard Castle
The Smithy is our magnificent bar and restaurant space at Runa Farm. Menus at The Smithy have a true field to fork focus that centres around the use of high-quality, locally grown produce with dishes that switch with the seasons. As such, we invite…
Pub/Inn
Barnard Castle
Offering: A Collection Service
Welcome to The Old Well Inn a traditional 18th Century Pub/Restaurant and award-winning CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
Restaurant
Newton Aycliffe
Our 1744 Restaurant here at Redworth Hall Hotel is situated in the heart of the hotel, serving exquisite dishes in lovely surroundings.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Butterknowle
Café Cheesedale is the home of Teesdale Cheesemakers and the café reflects this with its cheese-centric menu.
Restaurant
Crook
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful, new surroundings, whether you’re staying in the hotel, having a meal in our restaurant or just a quiet drink in the bar.
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