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Afternoon Tea in Durham

Dine in style with fantastic Afternoon Tea experiences in Durham.

From luxurious afternoon tea in grand surroundings with a glass of bubbly in hand, to pampering spa afternoon teas, and quirky takes on this much-loved daytime treat, across the county you’re certain to find the perfect afternoon tea experience.

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  1. Black Horse Beamish Lavender

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1441 reviews1441 reviews

    Black Horse Beamish

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    Pub/Inn

    Beamish

    **Our restaurant is now open for alfresco dining from Monday - Thursday 12pm - 6pm and Friday - Saturday 12pm - 9pm. Still Offering: A Collection Service**

    Perched high looking across the Beamish conservation valley lies Red Row Estate. A glorious…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Black Horse Beamish
  2. Two families sit at tables in a cafe, which has an arched stone roof.

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 27 reviews27 reviews

    The Undercroft

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

    Find simple light lunches and a selection of homemade snacks in Durham Cathedral's cafe, The Undercroft. Set in a beautiful medieval space, don't miss their delicious homemade cakes and scones.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
    More info for The Undercroft
  3. Lord Crewe - Sunday Lunch & Demo

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 461 reviews461 reviews

    Lord Crewe Arms

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    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 2021to31 Dec 2023Open 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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  4. Havelock's Restaurant at The Blackwell Grange

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    The Havelock Restaurant at Blackwell Grange Hotel

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    Darlington

    THE HAVELOCK RESTAURANT

    The Havelock Restaurant offers an extensive a la carte menu together with an excellent and imaginative wine list.  Our Head Chef, Mark Raw, and his team work with the best farmers, butchers and fishermen sourcing local…

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  5. 1744 Restaurant at Redworth Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 341 reviews341 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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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels

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  6. The Garden Gate Café at Crook Hall Gardens

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    The Garden Gate Café at Crook Hall Gardens

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    Café

    Durham City

    Dine in or takeaway, we're serving hot and cold drinks, light bites and cakes. There's no need to pay admission to the gardens if you're only visiting the café, so you can drop in to enjoy a tasty treat anytime.

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  7. Afternoon Tea: A selection of delicious sandwiches and treats at South Causey Inn.

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    South Causey Inn & Causey Bubble Dining Pods

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    Restaurant

    Stanley

    Nestled within the stunning Beamish Valley and very close to Durham and Newcastle City Centre, our country setting can cater for all your dining needs.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023

    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
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  8. Collage Restaurant dining area

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 62 reviews62 reviews

    Collage Restaurant

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    Durham City

    The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham invites guests to enjoy a very stylish and unique twist on the classic British Brasserie in our Collage Restaurant. Guests will be tempted with an innovative menu, all complemented by breath taking views of the River…

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 18:00 - 22:00
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  9. The Morritt Hotel near Barnard Castle

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 78 reviews78 reviews

    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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    From:
    1 Oct 2022to31 Jan 2025Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • AA AA 2 Rosettes 2013AA 2 Rosettes
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  10. Greenhouse Restaurant

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 570 reviews570 reviews

    The Greenhouse Restaurant

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Lanchester

    Step into the Greenhouse Restaurant for a warm welcome and delicious food. Whether a light snack or a more substantial meal is what you have in mind, you’ll find it in our mouth watering menu.”

    Our afternoon tea is a firm favourite with no need…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 09:00 - 17:00
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  11. oswalds restaurant hallgarth

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 39 reviews39 reviews

    Oswald's at Hall Garth Hotel

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    Darlington

    Oswald’s restaurant is based in the main hotel. The dinner menu has been carefully crafted by our Head Chef to offer a more formal dining experience with dishes being made from locally sourced suppliers.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  12. Thomas Wright House Sundays Dinner

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 444 reviews444 reviews

    Thomas Wright House Restaurant

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    Bishop Auckland

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Thomas Wright House serves food every day from 12 noon. Lunch, Afternoon Tea, Evening Meals including a la carte and Sunday Lunch. The restaurant is licensed with an outdoor eating area in the summer months.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    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 Thomas Wright House Restaurant
  13. Afternoon tea at Lumley Castle

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 3023 reviews3023 reviews

    Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Chester-le-Street

    Enjoy one of our delicious Afternoon Teas in our splendid surroundings. Served daily in our Library Bar and Knights Restaurant.

    On busier occasions this may also be served in one of our grand state rooms and during the summer months, this can be…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
    More info for Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle
  14. 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
  15. Dining room at Ushaw

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    Eating out at Ushaw

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Durham

    The Refectory, which at one time would have fed all the boys and men who lived at Ushaw houses some of the most stunning architecture in the North East. With beautiful tiles and Victorian hand-crafted tables, our Refectory Café is the perfect place…

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

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  16. Vennels

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 794 reviews794 reviews

    Vennels Cafe

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Durham City

    Taking our name from the ancient alleyways leading to our spectacular 16th century building, Vennels is a truly unique venue.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
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  17. Beamish Tearoom

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 8315 reviews8315 reviews

    Beamish Tearooms

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Beamish

    Pies, stews and jacket potatoes, made with locally sourced ingredients and produce are among the delicious dishes on offer in the tearooms. Also available are hot and cold beverages and snacks.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 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 Beamish Tearooms
  18. The Dining Room Seaham Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 187 reviews187 reviews

    The Dining Room

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    Restaurant

    Seaham

    With the rugged North Sea facing us and glorious countryside all about us, we’ve the finest ingredients right on our doorstep. It’s why our seasonal menu is drawn from the region we love. Varied, tasty and a little quirky, just like the people.…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • AA AA 2 Rosettes 2016AA 2 Rosettes
    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2016TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for The Dining Room
  19. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  20. Clarendon's menu

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 347 reviews347 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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    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
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