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Food and Drink in the Durham Dales

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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  1. Seats at Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Gainford

    Offering: A Collection Service
    The 2 AA rosette food showcases the best of local and seasonal produce including ingredients from the Hall’s own gardens with dishes that reflect modern British cooking.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 23:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Headlam Hall Restaurant
  2. Lord Crewe - Sunday Lunch & Demo

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 453 reviews453 reviews

    Lord Crewe Arms

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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’.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2022Open 11:00 - 23:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Sawday's Pub Award 2016Sawday's Pub Award
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  3. Bar at Dickens Bar and Bistro

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    Dickens Bar and Bistro

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  4. The Old Well Inn

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 156 reviews156 reviews

    The Old Well Inn

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    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.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. Clarendon's menu

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 337 reviews337 reviews

    Clarendon's

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Barnard Castle

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Clarendon's is a traditional Tearoom with a contemporary twist. Local produce is always on the menu and all cuisine is freshly prepared, home-made and delicious!

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  6. Customers in the Yurt Cafe

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 928 reviews928 reviews

    The Yurt Café at Raby Castle

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Staindrop

    Come and enjoy some sweet treats and savory pastries from our Raby menu at the Yurt Cafe, during your visit.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to24 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  7. Barnard Castle Farmers Market

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    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  8. Killhope Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 20 reviews20 reviews

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Cowshill

    The café offers a wonderful menu with a choice of home-made soups, sandwiches, scones, cakes and lots more. Ingredients are organic or locally sourced where possible.

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    From:
    1 Apr 2022to31 Oct 2022Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    1 Apr 2022to31 Oct 2022Open 11:00 - 16:00
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  9. The Milbank Arms

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    The Milbank Arms

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    Richmond

    A traditional country pub serving locally sourced food in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales village of Barningham.  The pub is an historic institution which has served the local community for at least 325 years.  Take time to enjoy our cosy Bar with…

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  10. Fir Tree Country Hotel - external

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 200 reviews200 reviews

    The Fir Tree Country Hotel

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    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
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  11. Cafe courtyard, paving, grassed area, BBQ

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    Thorpe Farm Restaurant & Café

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    Barnard Castle

    Our Courtyard Restaurant is open to everyone whether you are on the road travelling and need a break or whether you are planning a few hours here to enjoy Thorpe Farm Centre or simply meeting friends and family for a catch up.

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  12. Che Restaurant at Stanhope in the Durham Dales

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 76 reviews76 reviews

    Che Restaurant

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    Stanhope

    Offering: A Collection Service
    We love good food! Creating a fusion of flavours using locally sourced produce, where possible, & sharing our uniquely special dishes is what we do best.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  13. Exterior of Duke of York

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 486 reviews486 reviews

    Duke of York

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 23:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
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  14. Cafe Cheesedale sign

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    Cafe Cheesedale

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Butterknowle

    Café Cheesedale is the home of Teesdale Cheesemakers and the café reflects this with its cheese-centric menu. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2020TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Cafe Cheesedale
  15. 1189 Bar and Kitchen

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    1189 Bar and Kitchen

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    Darlington

    We look forward to welcoming you to our restaurant, 1189 Bar and Kitchen.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
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  16. Hansard's Restaurant & Library Tower

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    Hansard's Restaurant & Library Tower

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    Darlington

    Hansard's Library Tower Restaurant serves locally sourced, seasonal produce with a contemporary twist.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
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  17. 1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 336 reviews336 reviews

    1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall Hotel

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    Newton Aycliffe

    Our 1744 Restaurant here at Redworth Hall Hotel is situated in the heart of the hotel, serving exquisite dishes in lovely surroundings.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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  18. The Saxon Inn

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 119 reviews119 reviews

    The Saxon Inn

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    Bishop Auckland

    A small family owned public house with traditional home cooked food.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured 2020TasteDurham Quality Assured
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  19. Durham Dales Centre

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    Durham Dales Centre Tea Room

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 09:00 - 17:00
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  20. Moorcock Inn at Eggleston County Durham

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 100 reviews100 reviews

    Moorcock Inn

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    Barnard Castle

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Traditional home cooking, using local ingredients such as Shorthorn Beef that is reared on our farm make The Moorcock a popular choice with locals and visitors.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
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