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Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant

Lumley Castle
Chester-le-Street
County Durham
DH3 4NX

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Offering: A Collection Service - (The Lumley Drive Thru is available for collection from the Castle between Wednesday to Sunday 6pm – 8pm excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day.)

The elegant setting and superb food on offer in our award winning Knights Restaurant make it a popular choice for diners from far and wide. Subtle lighting, lavish furnishings, unobtrusive yet attentive service makes the Knights Restaurant truly memorable. Our menu offers classical dishes with an original twist, with a focus on high quality good food. Diners can choose from our A la Carte menu and enjoy an extensive selection of fine wines to complement your meal.

 

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Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019
  • AAAA Rosette Award for culinary excellence 2022 - 2023 AA Rosette Award for culinary excellence 2022 - 2023 2023

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

3.9 of 5 stars
404 reviews
    • Service
      3.7 of 5 stars
    • Value
      3.5 of 5 stars
    • Food
      3.9 of 5 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.4 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      185
    • Very Good
      87
    • Average
      60
    • Poor
      36
    • Terrible
      36

    Recent Reviews:

    • I6629AJfrancesr
      Don't bother eating here
      2 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 3rd October 2024
      Dining room is incredibly dark - I know that's 'ambience' but when you're considering using your phone torch to see the menu, that's not great. Starter was nice (black truffle ravioli - wasn't... Read full review
    • Jon D
      good but room for improvement
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 6th February 2025
      We booked a family lunch to celebrate our ruby wedding, exactly 40 years to the day of our wedding reception at the same venue. We mentioned this when booking and so it was slightly disappointing... Read full review
    • Debra M
      Great food Great Service
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 13th May 2025
      Quality tasty food excellent service, catered for vegetarians, gluten free options, we were asked before ordering if we had any allergies. We asked for a specific tBle and they were very obliging... Read full review
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    Facilities

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    • Open

    Accessibility

    • Access Statement - Please see below
    • Additional lighting available for guests with visual impairments
    • Designated parking provided for guests with disabilities
    • Disability awareness training for all personnel
    • Guide dogs permitted
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Catering service
    • Groups: Afternoon Tea Catered For
    • Groups: Breakfast Catered For
    • Groups: Dinner Catered For
    • Groups: Lunch Catered For
    • Groups: Refreshments Only
    • Licensed
    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Picnic Site
    • Serve afternoon tea
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal
    • Serve lunch
    • Special dietary requirements catered for

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)
    • Baby changing facilities
    • Children's menu
    • Highchair

    Parking & Transport

    • Coach Drop Off / Pick Up Point
    • Coach Parking Onsite
    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • Groups Accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Special group rates
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Chef
    • Conference facilities
    • Event Venue
    • Exclusive hire of restaurant
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Groups accepted
    • Licenced for civil marriages
    • Live music
    • Pets accepted
    • Private rooms
    • Real log/coal fires
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Al fresco dining
    • Unique venue
    • WiFi Available

    Target Markets

    • Cyclists Welcome
    • Family Fun
    • Marketed Towards Children
    • Marketed Towards Families
    • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
    • Marketed Towards Students / Youth

    Tours and Demonstrations

    • Educational Visits Accepted
    • Guided Tours Available for Groups

    Travel & Trade

    • Free accommodation for coach driver
    • Group discounts available
    • Packed lunches available
    • Room/unit allocations available
    • Wi-fi available

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    Lunch (1 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Sunday12:00 - 14:30
    Bank Holiday12:00 - 14:30
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    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    A1(M) jct 63. Take the turn-off for Chester-le-Street and follow signs for Riverside. You will then pick up signs for Lumley Castle.

    Public Transport Directions

    By Rail: Durham 7 miles, Newcastle 11 miles.By Air: Newcastle 19 miles, Durham Tees Valley 33 miles.By Ferry: Newcastle 14 Miles.

    Highlights...

    Castle Exterior externalLumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-StreetFourteenth-century castle on the River Wear in 9 acres of parkland. Five miles from Durham and 13 miles from Newcastle, easily accessible from the A1(M), junction 63.

    Afternoon Tea at Lumley CastleAfternoon Tea at Lumley Castle, Chester-le-StreetEnjoy 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 served in our castle’s inner courtyard.

    Garter - neutral roundsWeddings at Lumley Castle Hotel, Chester-le-StreetEvery big day should be unique. Whether you want the largest and grandest of affairs or something more intimate with those closest, we have a range of castle wedding venues to suit your needs. Lumley Castle Hotel is perfectly suited for all your heart desires.

    Afternoon tea at Lumley CastleAfternoon Tea at Lumley Castle, Chester-le-StreetEnjoy 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 served in our castle’s inner courtyard.

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