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Lumley Castle

Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant

Offering: A Collection Service With exquisite food and elegant surroundings the Knight's Restaurant…

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The Dining Room Seaham Hall

The Dining Room

With the rugged North Sea facing us and glorious countryside all about us, we’ve the finest…

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The Bowes Museum cafe

Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum

With Cafe Bowes' spacious dining room and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can…

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Eating out at Ushaw

The Refectory, which at one time would have fed all the boys and men who lived at Ushaw houses some…

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Lord Crewe Arms

Once upon a time a 12th Century Abbot's Priory, The Lord Crewe Arms of today is humble, honest and…

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Collage Restaurant

The Radisson Blu Hotel, Durham invites guests to enjoy a very stylish and unique twist on the…

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Headlam Hall Restaurant

Offering: A Collection Service The 2 AA rosette food showcases the best of local and seasonal…

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South Causey Inn & Causey Bubble Dining Pods

Nestled within the stunning Beamish Valley and very close to Durham and Newcastle City Centre, our…

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The Undercroft

Find simple light lunches and a selection of homemade snacks in Durham Cathedral's cafe, The…

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Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

Set in the ‘perfect little city’ of Durham, Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill treats…

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The Rose and Crown

The award winning food reflects seasonal and local ingredients and can be enjoyed in either the…

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Ozone at Seaham Hall

Ozone is our pan Asian restaurant located within the Serenity Spa, offering authentic, yet…

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  • 1Lumley Castle - Knight's Restaurant
  • 2The Dining Room
  • 3Café Bowes at The Bowes Museum
  • 4Eating out at Ushaw
  • 5Lord Crewe Arms
  • 6Collage Restaurant
  • 7Headlam Hall Restaurant
  • 8South Causey Inn & Causey Bubble Dining Pods
  • 9The Undercroft
  • 10Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo
  • 11The Rose and Crown
  • 12Ozone at Seaham Hall
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  1. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  2. Hallgarth, The Manor House Durham Restaurant

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    Dining at Hallgarth Manor

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    Pittington

    Seating up to 50 people, our restaurant is known for its high quality food and service, using the finest local produce with seasonal specials along the way.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  3. Hansard's Restaurant & Library Tower

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    Hansard's Restaurant & Library Tower

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    Restaurant

    Darlington

    Hansard's Library Tower Restaurant serves locally sourced, seasonal produce with a contemporary twist.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
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  4. The County at Aycliffe Village County Durham

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 320 reviews320 reviews

    The County

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    Restaurant

    Newton Aycliffe

    Whether you are visiting us for lunch, evening meal or special occasion you won't be disappointed with our menus designed by our team of fantastic in house chefs.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020 2020TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  5. Rib Room Steak House & Grill at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 850 reviews850 reviews

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

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    Restaurant

    Durham

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

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
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  6. Finbarr's

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1078 reviews1078 reviews

    Finbarr's

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

    Offering: A Collection Service
    The interior of the restaurant has been redecorated and now reflects the traditional Finbarr's style.  Rustic surroundings with stylish furnishings, crisp linen table cloths and fresh, seasonal food to suit all…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 21:00
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  7. Black Horse Beamish Lavender

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 1372 reviews1372 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 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  8. The Kingslodge Inn

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 141 reviews141 reviews

    The Kingslodge Inn

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

    From breakfasts fit for a king, to light bites, lunches, evening meals and daily changing specials showcasing local Durham produce, The Kingslodge Inn is the place to come to enjoy delicious home-made food created by our talented kitchen team.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  9. 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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    Restaurant

    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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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
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  10. The Dining Room Seaham Hall

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 184 reviews184 reviews

    The Dining Room

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    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 2021to31 Dec 2022

    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
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  11. Che Restaurant at Stanhope in the Durham Dales

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 85 reviews85 reviews

    Che Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Stanhope

    Offering: A Collection Service
    We love good food! Creating a fusion of flavours using locally sourced produce, where possible, & sharing our uniquely special dishes is what we do best.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  12. Bar seating area at Bowburn Hall Hotel Restaurant

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    Bowburn Hall Hotel Restaurant

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    Bowburn

    Bowburn Hall Hotel was built in the early 1960s. Originally the hotel was a Country House for the first colliery agent at the local mine. Converted to a hotel during the 1960s by the current owners, the hotel now has 19 comfortable bedrooms.

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 21:00
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  13. Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa Durham

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    Fusion Restaurant at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa

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    Restaurant

    Durham

    The Fusion restaurant at the Spa at Ramside Hall Hotel, Golf and Spa offers a extensive selection of Asian- inspired food throughout the day.

    Perfectly blending classic Eastern flavours and textures to produce light, fresh, delicious, ,nutritional…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 08:00 - 22:00
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  14. Hardwick Hall Hotel - Rib Room Steakhouse & Grill

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 123 reviews123 reviews

    Hardwick Hall Hotel - Rib Room Steakhouse & Grill

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    Restaurant

    Sedgefield

    The Rib Room Steakhouse & Grill 'An excellent restaurant that stands out in their local area. The food is prepared with care, understanding and skill, using good quality ingredients.'

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 18:00 - 22:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  15. Outdoor dining at Woodlands Venue Bar & Kitchen

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 63 reviews63 reviews

    Woodlands Bistro & Venue

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    Restaurant

    Edmondsley

    Here at Woodlands Bar Venue and kitchen we are just a hop skip and jump from County Durham's city centre. Nestled in the beautiful County's countryside which we call home, away from the hustle and bustle. Make your visit a real day out with our…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  16. Man frying chips

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    Davy's Fried Fish and Chip Potato Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Beamish

    Situated in the Edwardian Pit Village at Beamish Museum, Davy's Fried Fish and Chip shop offers authentically fried fish and chips served in newspaper.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  17. Collage Restaurant dining area

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 62 reviews62 reviews

    Collage Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 18:00 - 22:00
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  18. Black Angus Steak at Cast Iron Durham Marriott

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    Cast Iron Bar, Grill & Terrace

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

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

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  19. The Seaton Lane Inn

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 552 reviews552 reviews

    The Seaton Lane Inn

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    Restaurant

    Seaham

    Firmly established on the food lovers’ map, The Seaton Lane Inn is open all day, every day offering excellent homemade dishes from dawn until dusk.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  20. 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.

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    From:
    28 Sept 2020to31 Dec 2022Various 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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