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Tearooms & Coffee Shops

From afternoon tea to a tasty lunch-time snack, you'll find a variety of cosy cafés and quaint tearooms in Durham just waiting to tempt your tastebuds.

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Eating out at Ushaw

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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Beamish Tearoom

Beamish Tearooms

Pies, stews and jacket potatoes, made with locally sourced ingredients and produce are among the…

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People ordering food at Botanic Garden Café

Botanic Garden Café

Come and visit our tranquil Botanic Garden nestled on the edge of Durham City. We serve freshly…

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The Hamsterley Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk

The newly extended and refurbished Hamsterley cafe is set in the heart of Hamsterley Forest, an…

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Intervals Cafe

Intervals cafe offers the perfect place to eat and drink in style, with a wide selection of fresh…

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The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees

The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees present a classic café menu with an ever-changing specials board. The…

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The Yurt Café at Raby Castle

Come and enjoy some sweet treats and savory pastries from our Raby menu at the Yurt Cafe, during…

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  1. InDurham Loyalty Card

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    Sign up for an InDurham Loyalty Card to take advantage of the exclusive discounts being offered by Durham’s amazing businesses across the City.

    When you’re visiting Durham City you can use your InDurham Loyalty Card to make great savings at a…

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  2. Clarendon's menu

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    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 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  3. Bowlees Cafe

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    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees

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    Newbiggin

    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees present a classic café menu with an ever-changing specials board. The specials vary from delicious soups and hot sandwiches to omelettes and quiches. Vegetarian and gluten free options are readily available. 

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    16 Feb 2021to8 Dec 2022
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  4. Outdoor dining at Woodlands Venue Bar & Kitchen

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 64 reviews64 reviews

    Woodlands Bistro & Venue

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    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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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  5. Killhope Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Cowshill

    The café offers a wonderful menu with a choice of home-made soups, sandwiches, scones, cakes and lots more. Ingredients are organic or locally sourced where possible.

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    From:
    1 Apr 2022to31 Oct 2022Open 10:30 - 17:00
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    1 Apr 2022to31 Oct 2022Open 11:00 - 16:00
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  6. Hardwick Park Visitor Centre at night

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    The Tower Cafe

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    Sedgefield

    Our visitor centre offers excellent facilities including an interactive exhibition space, fully equipped education room, gift shop, cafe and public toilets. The Tower Cafe is open daily offering a wonderful selection of home made soups, sandwiches,…

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 16:00
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  7. The Food Pit Durham Seating Area

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    The Food Pit

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    Durham

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

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  8. Knitsley Farm Granary Café food platter

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 593 reviews593 reviews

    Knitsley Farm Granary Cafe

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Lanchester

    Offering: A collection service.
    Our café/restaurant is fast gaining a reputation for high quality, freshly prepared food, served with a smile in a homely setting.

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
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  9. Afternoon tea at Lumley Castle

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    Afternoon Tea at Lumley Castle

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    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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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  10. Eating out at Ushaw

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    Eating out at Ushaw

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    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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    4 July 2019to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 14:00
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    4 July 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 14:00

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    Serendipity Cafe

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    Lanchester

    Join us at Serendipity Cafe for specialist coffees (including decaf and vegan options), teas, sweet and savory snacks.

    We serve freshly prepared breakfasts, sandwiches, jacket potatoes and regular specials.

    We are located on a main…

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  12. Horden Colliery Heritage Centre Vintage Tea Room

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    Horden Colliery Heritage Centre Vintage Tea Room

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Horden

    You can also visit the Vintage Tea Room for a Cream tea and enjoy a stroll in local welfare park where we are located.

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    1 Jan 2021to31 Oct 2022Various Opening Times
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  13. Bayberry Hollow exterior

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 452 reviews452 reviews

    Bayberry Hollow

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Tanfield Village

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Relax in our rustic cafe and bistro and take some time to enjoy delicious home cooked food, freshly prepared daily using the very best locally sourced ingredients.

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  14. Vennels

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 781 reviews781 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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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
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  15. The Witham Cafe Bar tables

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    The Witham Cafe Bar

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    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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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  16. Seating area at Hotel Indigo Tinderbox Coffee House

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    Hotel Indigo Tinderbox Coffee House

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    9 Old Elvet , DURHAM

    Tinderbox Coffee House within Hotel Indigo Durham. 

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    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  17. coached sports session Durham city Wharton park family fun

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    Wharton Park Cafe

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    Durham City

    Wharton Park Cafe, housed within the heritage centre of the park attraction in Durham City. 

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    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022
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  18. The Aviator Bistro

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 109 reviews109 reviews

    The Aviator Bistro

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Bishop Middleham, Sedgefield

    Offering: A Collection Service
    Open to the public, serving breakfast, coffee and cake and hot food all day plus fully licensed & available for private hire.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2022Open 09:00 - 17:00
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  19. Beamish Tearoom

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    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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
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  20. People ordering food at Botanic Garden Café

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 405 reviews405 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 2021to31 Dec 2022
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