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Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant

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

Tel: +44 0191 389 1111

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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.

 

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
371 reviews
    • Service
      4 of 5 stars
    • Value
      3.5 of 5 stars
    • Food
      4 of 5 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      181
    • Very Good
      83
    • Average
      57
    • Poor
      29
    • Terrible
      21

    Recent Reviews:

    • Rocke1
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Very nice afternoon tea
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 9th September 2020
      Felt very safe with their covid arrangements. Parties spaced well apart and a one way system. Afternoon tea very nice. Very fresh sandwiches, if not very adventurous or interesting fillings (egg... Read full review
    • Keduc
      West Midlands, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Delicious food, attentive service
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 4th October 2020
      We stayed at the hotel and enjoyed dinner in Black Knights. We found the staff very attentive and helpful. Delicious food and wine. Will return when next in the area. Read full review
    • James M
      Durham, United Kingdom
      Good Food and Service
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 29th October 2020
      Stayed at the castle on an inclusive package. Good selection and choice of starters and mains. Service was excellent. Some of the food a bit salty for my taste, but we are very low salt users, all... Read full review
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    Facilities

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    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

    COVID-19 Response

    • Eat Out to Help Out

    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

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    Opening Times

    Lunch (1 Jan 2019 - 31 Dec 2021)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Sunday12:00 - 14:30
    Bank Holiday12:00 - 14:30
    facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Lumley-Castle-Hotel-No-Ordinary-Hotel/186247621390893?ref=ts

    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...

    Lumley Castle Hotel DurhamLumley 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 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.

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