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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.

Scroll through the list below, take a look at the interactive map or use the orange search bar if you're looking for a particular area of the county. 

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The Glass House restaurant with a table set for afternoon tea.

The Cafe at Wynyard Hall Gardens

Open daily and serving a delicious menu, the café is the perfect place to catch up with friends,…

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Broom Mill Country Kitchen and Restaurant

Broom Mill Farm Kitchen

The Mill Kitchen at Broom Mill Farm offers relaxed, honest dining rooted with a true field to fork…

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Curlew Cafe

Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, special of the day or our delicious home-made cakes & bakes…

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Ushaw Café

Ushaw is the perfect place to take a break and treat yourself, open daily 10am - 3:30pm

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Knitsley Farm Granary Cafe

Offering: A collection service. Our café/restaurant is fast gaining a reputation for high quality,…

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The Hamsterley Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk

The friendly tearoom offers a range of homemade cakes and light snacks including freshly prepared…

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The Vinery at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens

Join us for a delicious lunch at The Vinery, where we proudly present handcrafted dishes and treats…

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The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre

The café offers both hot and cold drinks as well as a variety of hot and cold food. Vegetarian and…

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Gala Lounge

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

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Botanic Garden Café

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

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  1. Exterior image of the cafe

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    Curlew Cafe

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    Café

    Bishop Auckland

    Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, special of the day or our delicious home-made cakes & bakes whilst enjoying the beautiful countryside views from our enclosed wooden decking area. Relax and catch-up with friends or family over an Afternoon Tea…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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    10 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  2. The Glass House restaurant with a table set for afternoon tea.

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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 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
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  3. A selection of sandwiches and baguettes at Vennels Cafe in Durham City

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 851 reviews851 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 08:30 - 17:00
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  4. The Champagne Bar by Ebony at Walkergate

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    Walkergate

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

    Walkergate is Durham's premier city centre leisure destination. Situated in the heart of Durham, it offers a selection of stylish bars and family restaurants around open terraces.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  5. Sausages, bacon rashers, black pudding, mushroom, tomato, sourdough 
toast with bacon butter, baked beans & a free range fried egg.

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 394 reviews394 reviews

    Broom House Farm Coffee Shop

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    Café

    Near Witton Gilbert, Durham

    A coffee shop on a real working farm. Light and spacious, warm by the fire in the winter, delicious hot and cold food.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2018Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Broom House Farm Coffee Shop
  6. Woman serving guests at Intervals Cafe

    Add Gala Lounge to your Itinerary

    Gala Lounge

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    Café

    Durham City

    Gala Lounge offers the perfect place to eat and drink in style, with a wide selection of fresh salads, sandwiches and pasta as well as tasty snacks, cakes and pastries.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  7. Outdoor dining at Woodlands Venue Bar & Kitchen

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 105 reviews105 reviews

    Woodlands Bistro & Venue

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    Restaurant

    Edmondsley

    Breakfast, lunch or dinner our menus are packed full of delicious dishes created by our expert chefs.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022 2022TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022
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  8. Bowlees Cafe

    Add The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre to your Itinerary

    The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Newbiggin

    The café offers both hot and cold drinks as well as a variety of hot and cold food. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available.

    Dates

    From:
    21 Feb 2026to1 Mar 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
    From:
    14 Mar 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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  9. Clarendon's menu

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 389 reviews389 reviews

    Clarendon's

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    Type:

    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!

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Clarendon's
  10. The Witham Cafe Bar tables

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    The Witham Cafe Bar

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  11. Afternoon tea at Coghlans at Barningham
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    Coghlans Tearoom at Barningham

    Type

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Barningham

    Offering: A Delivery Service
    Discover the "Hidden Gem of the Dale" and take a step back in time at Coghlans Tearoom. A classical tea room serving delicious handmade cakes, light lunches, toasted sandwiches, and full afternoon tea, using Coghlans…

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Coghlans Tearoom at Barningham
  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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2025to31 Oct 2026Various Opening Times
    More info for Horden Colliery Heritage Centre Vintage Tea Room
  13. The Carriage

    Crook

    More info for The Carriage
  14. Causey House Tea Room

    Tanfield

    More info for Causey House Tea Room
  15. The Willows Café and Potting Shed Gift Shop

    Lanchester

    More info for The Willows Café and Potting Shed Gift Shop
  16. Everyday Cafe

    Stanhope

    More info for Everyday Cafe
  17. Treats Café & Tearooms

    Durham City

    More info for Treats Café & Tearooms
  18. Nobia & Sons

    Barnard Castle

    More info for Nobia & Sons
  19. The Greenhouse Restaurant

    Lanchester

    More info for The Greenhouse Restaurant
  20. REfUSE Cafe

    Chester-le-Street

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