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Food and Drink in the North Pennines

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. Hamsterley Forest cafe

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    The Hamsterley Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Hamsterley Forest

    The friendly tearoom offers a range of homemade cakes and light snacks including freshly prepared sandwiches, soup, jackets and pasties and ice cream kiosk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
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  2. Coghlans at Barningham

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    Coghlans at Barningham

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Coghlans at Barningham
  3. The Saxon Inn

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 148 reviews148 reviews

    The Saxon Inn

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    Pub/Inn

    Bishop Auckland

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

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Various 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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  4. View of the front exterior of the Manor House Hotel

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    The Manor House Hotel - The Restaurant

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    West Auckland

    Our bright and contemporary restaurant is a great place to gather for a family dinner, a business lunch or an intimate dinner. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the day.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. Exterior of Duke of York

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    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 12:00 - 23:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
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  6. Exterior of The Rose and Crown

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    The Rose and Crown

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    Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle

    The award winning food reflects seasonal and local ingredients and can be enjoyed in either the charming Oak Panelled restaurant or more informally in the characterful bar. There is also an excellent selection of wines from around the world as well…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice 2020Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020 2020Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  7. Killhope Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 23 reviews23 reviews

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    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 2023to31 Oct 2023Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    1 Apr 2023to31 Oct 2023Open 11:00 - 16:00
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  8. Durham Dales Centre

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    Durham Dales Centre Tea Room

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    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 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 09:00 - 17:00
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  9. Bar area

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    McColls Brewery Taproom

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    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…

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  10. 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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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  11. Seats at Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Gainford


    The best of local and seasonal produce including ingredients from the Hall’s own gardens with dishes that reflect modern British cooking.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 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
  12. Customers in the Yurt Cafe

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1101 reviews1101 reviews

    The Yurt Café at Raby Castle

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Open 10:00 - 16:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for The Yurt Café at Raby Castle
  13. Bowlees Cafe

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    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Newbiggin

    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees present a classic café menu with an ever-changing specials board. The specials vary from delicious soups and hot sandwiches to omelettes and quiches. Vegetarian and gluten free options are readily available. 

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023
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  14. Garden Room at The High Force Hotel

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    High Force Hotel and Waterfall

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    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…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  15. Afternoon tea at Coghlans at Barningham
Bakery

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    Coghlans at Barningham

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    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…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Coghlans at Barningham
  16. Sunday lunch

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    The Smithy at Runa Farm

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    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…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  17. couple eating food inside Café Bowes

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1819 reviews1819 reviews

    Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum

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    Café

    Barnard Castle

    With Cafe Bowes' spacious dining room and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can relax, unwind and enjoy the delights of the menu.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  18. A sign saying The Dickens Bar

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    Dickens Bar and Bistro

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2024

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  19. 1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 347 reviews347 reviews

    1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall Hotel

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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  20. The Witham Cafe Bar tables

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    The Witham Cafe Bar

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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…

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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