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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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The Vinery Café Restaurant at Raby Castle, Park and Gardens in County Durham

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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Bowlees Cafe

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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Coffee and cake at Ushaw Café

Ushaw Café

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

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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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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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Knitsley Farm Granary Cafe

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

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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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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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  • 6Botanic Garden Café
  • 7Knitsley Farm Granary Cafe
  • 8Curlew Cafe
  • 9The Hamsterley Cafe and Ice Cream Kiosk
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  1. Killhope Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 23 reviews23 reviews

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum Cafe and Shop

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Cowshill

    Killhope Lead Mining Museum is temporarily closed whilst restoration works continue.

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    • Regional and Miscellaneous Weardale Visitor Network Member 2025Weardale Visitor Network Member
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  2. View of the serving counter inside Vennels Cafe.

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 869 reviews869 reviews

    Vennels Cafe

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    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 2026to31 Dec 2026Open 08:30 - 17:00
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  3. 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 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  4. Bowlees Cafe

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    The Falls Café at Bowlees Visitor Centre

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    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.

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    14 Mar 2026to29 Nov 2026Open 10:00 - 16:00
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  5. Clarendon's menu

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 393 reviews393 reviews

    Clarendon's

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    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 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
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  6. 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 - 406 reviews406 reviews

    Broom House Farm Coffee Shop

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    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.

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    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
  7. The Champagne Bar by Ebony at Walkergate

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    Walkergate

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    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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    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026
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  8. Outdoor dining at Woodlands Venue Bar & Kitchen

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    TripAdvisor Traveller Rating - 109 reviews109 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.

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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Dec 2026

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022 2022TripAdvisor Travellers Choice Award 2022
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  9. Afternoon tea at Coghlans at Barningham
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    Coghlans Tearoom at Barningham

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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…

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    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
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  10. Woman serving guests at Intervals Cafe

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    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.

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    1 Jan 2025to31 Dec 2026Various Opening Times
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  11. 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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    From:
    1 Jan 2026to31 Oct 2027Various Opening Times
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  12. Riverview Kitchen

    Durham

    More info for Riverview Kitchen
  13. Haswell's Homer Hill Farm & Coffee Shop

    Houghton Le Spring

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  14. Expresso's

    Bishop Auckland

    More info for Expresso's
  15. EDJEspresso Coffee Bar

    Barnard Castle

    More info for EDJEspresso Coffee Bar
  16. North Beach Coffee Bar

    Seaham

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  17. Flamingo Bar & Cafe

    Seaham

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  18. Crinnion's of Lanchester

    Lanchester

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  19. Robinson's

    Wingate

    More info for Robinson's
  20. Richardson's Garden Centre Restaurant

    Seaham

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