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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. Babul's Barnard Castle

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    Barnard Castle

    Babul’s Barnard Castle: Where It All Began Tucked away in the heart of one of County Durham’s most picturesque market towns, Babul’s Barnard Castle is where our story started and where our love for bold South Asian flavours found its first home. For…

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  2. Bowlees Cafe

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    The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre

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    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.

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    14 Mar 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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  3. 1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Green Awards Green Tourism - Silver 2024Green Tourism - Silver
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  4. A restaurant area

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    The Saxon Inn

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    Bishop Auckland

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

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured 2020TasteDurham Quality Assured
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. A sign saying The Dickens Bar

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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.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  6. Sunday lunch

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    The Smithy at Runa Farm

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    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…

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  7. The Morritt Hotel near Barnard Castle

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    Gilroy's Restaurant at The Morritt Hotel & Garage Spa

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    Barnard Castle

    Traditionally a venue for fine dining, Gilroy's restaurant features the very best in local and continental produce and is open 7 days a week.

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    1 Oct 2024to31 Jan 2027Various Opening Times

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  8. Afternoon Tea Room at Walworth Castle (Credit - James Wallace)

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    Walworth Castle Hotel - Hansard's Bar Lounge Afternoon Tea Room

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    Darlington

    Hansard's Bar Lounge Afternoon Tea Room serves locally sourced, seasonal produce with a contemporary twist.

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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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    The Victoria Inn B&B Pub with Rooms

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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