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  1. Moorcock Inn at Eggleston County Durham

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 107 reviews107 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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
    More info for Moorcock Inn
  2. Black Horse Beamish Lavender

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1441 reviews1441 reviews

    Black Horse Beamish

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    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…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Black Horse Beamish
  3. Black Angus Steak at Cast Iron Durham Marriott

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    Cast Iron Bar, Grill & Terrace

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    Durham City

    Cast Iron is the place to visit for outstanding dining, family celebrations, intimate nights out or drinks with friends.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Cast Iron Bar, Grill & Terrace
  4. 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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    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
  5. People ordering food at Botanic Garden Café

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 410 reviews410 reviews

    Botanic Garden Café

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    Durham City

    Come and visit our tranquil Botanic Garden nestled on the edge of Durham City. We serve freshly prepared sandwiches using Northumberland Cheddar or a local Durham ham, jacket potatoes, soup, toasties or scones and cake - something for everyone.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  6. Exterior of Duke of York

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 500 reviews500 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.

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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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  7. 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’.

    Dates

    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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  8. Coarse Restaurant Durham City

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    Coarse Restaurant

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    Durham City

    Six course tasting menu for £40 in Durham city centre

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
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  9. impeccable pig eatery

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    The Impeccable Pig

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    Sedgefield

    A LUXURIOUS restaurant with rooms will welcome its first diners following the transformation of a former pub.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 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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  10. Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 859 reviews859 reviews

    Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Durham

    A truly exclusive dining experience. Offering a wide range of delicious locally sourced Meat, Fish and Pasta dishes.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
    More info for Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa
  11. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  12. Man with flowers at Durham City Farmers' Market

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    Durham City Farmers' Market

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    Farmers Market

    Durham city

    Durham Farmers’ market - the perfect chance to source quality local foods direct from local producers. Offering a wide range of produce including local meats, local beers, seasonal vegetables and much more. Open 3rd Thursday of each month.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023
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  13. People sat eating outside Tango

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 833 reviews833 reviews

    Tango

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    Durham City

    ** Outdoor seating now open and still offering a Collection & Delivery Service**
    Purveyors of Fine wine Fancy cocktails and Awesome Food. No Bull...Best Burger in Town

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 11:00 - 21:00
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  14. The Clubhouse at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    The Clubhouse at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Durham

    Not just for golfers! Think traditional English classics. In The Clubhouse you will find a light-bite menu, offering tasty dishes from a classic English Breakfast to locally sourced prime beef burgers, homemade soups, gourmet speciality sandwiches…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023
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  15. The Cellar Door Main Dining Room

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1289 reviews1289 reviews

    The Cellar Door

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    Durham City

    Offering: A Collection & Delivery Service
    Contemporary relaxed fine dining riverside restaurant. Set within several floors below ground with an inconspicuous doorway on Saddler Street, leading down to a large dining area with external terrace…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Open 12:00 - 21:30

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2020TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion

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  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. Selection of seasonal cakes at The Cafe Wynyard Hall Gardens

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    The Cafe at Wynyard Hall Gardens

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Wynyard

    Open daily and serving a delicious menu, the café is the perfect place to catch up with friends, have a natter with family, or perhaps enjoy a casual business lunch.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  18. The Chester Moor near Chester-le-Street

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    The Chester Moor

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    Chester-le-Street

    Welcome to The Chester Moor, a stunning local pub that serves a variety of delicious food and drinks.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023
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  19. The Food Pit Durham Seating Area

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    The Food Pit

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    Street food

    Durham

    Come join us at The Food Pit and experience Durham’s first street food hall.

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    1 Jan 2023to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times
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  20. Dining area at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

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    Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

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    9 Old Elvet , Durham

    Set in the ‘perfect little city’ of Durham, Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill treats guests to signature steaks, timeless English and French classics, and a comprehensive selection of premium cocktails.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2023Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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