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The Seaton Lane Inn

From £5.95
Seaton Lane
Seaton
Seaham
County Durham
SR7 0LP

Tel: +44 0191 581 2038

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The newly reopened Seaton Lane Inn has carved out an enviable reputation for superb homemade food.

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.

Whether it’s a crispy-based homemade pizza loaded with toppings, a traditional pub meal, juicy steaks from the grill selection or an authenticate Indian dish from our collaboration with TV chef Titu Ahad, there’s a wide range of homemade dishes to suit all tastes.

Be sure not to miss The Seaton Lane Inn’s famous Sunday Carvery from 12 noon until 5pm (subject to availability). Dining between 12 and 1pm on Sundays? It’s best to book to guarantee a table.

Children are always welcome at The Seaton Lane Inn. We’ve a full children’s menu with build-your-own meal options.

Raise a glass from The Seaton Lane Inn’s brimming drinks menu – from local real ales to craft beers, cocktails and speciality gins to a fine array of teas and coffees from famous local institution Ringtons.

With a coveted AA Dinner Award under his belt, inspired head chef Tony Hall specialises in flavour-packed dishes. With a globetrotting menu where traditional favourites like homemade steak and ale pie with melt-in-the-mouth pastry sit alongside seasonal treats like lamb cutlets with heritage potatoes or crisp-skinned pan fried sea bass with samphire. Desserts including coconut, rum and lime panna cotta and a moreish homemade rocky road are guaranteed to hit a sweet spot.  

With an imaginative new look where the outdoors is brought indoors with quirky accessories and bold, botanic-styled wallpaper and prints, there are plenty of quiet corners to relax over drinks or a meal. The jewel in the crown is a stunning new orangery complete with plant wall, chandeliers and water feature.

The Seaton Lane Inn also has 18 well-equipped en suite bedrooms leave a lasting impression for all the right reason. Rated AA four star, think statement wallpaper, upholstered headboards, soothing dove-grey hues and subtle metallic finishes. There are deeply comfortable beds and calming heather-checked carpets to pad upon. And you even get your own sleep kit. Designated pet friendly rooms are also available. 

The Seaton Lane Inn is perfectly located for exploring the best of the North East. Whether you dream of traversing the beautiful beaches on the North East coast, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site at Durham Cathedral and Castle, paying a visit to Beamish Museum, Washington Wetland Centre, the National Glass Centre in Sunderland or Souter Lighthouse, shopping until you drop at intu Metrocentre or Dalton Park shopping centre or exploring Newcastle or Sunderland city centres, you’ll find it all within easy reach of The Seaton Lane Inn.

With Durham County Cricket Club, the Stadium of Light and St James’ Park nearby, it’s the perfect base for sporting fans too. Watch a game and then celebrate with a cold craft beer on your return.

Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
a la carte£8.95 average price per head
Dinner 2-course special£11.95 average price per head
Lunch£5.95 average price per head
Sunday Lunch - 2 course£9.95 average price per head

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Quality Assured TasteDurham Quality Assured 2019
  • Regional and MiscellaneousWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021

TripAdvisor

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
557 reviews
    • Service
      4 of 5 stars
    • Value
      3.5 of 5 stars
    • Food
      4 of 5 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      264
    • Very Good
      135
    • Average
      62
    • Poor
      64
    • Terrible
      32

    Recent Reviews:

    • Colin B
      Osaka Prefecture, Japan
      Trip Type:
      Solo travel
      Very welcoming
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 3rd December 2022
      I call in pretty regularly and the staff are always friendly and efficient. If you’re just after a snack, try the kids menu! (Maybe they only do that for me but at lunchtime, it’s ideal!) I don’t... Read full review
    • janbyrneuk
      Nottingham, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Food at seaton lane
      5 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 22nd December 2022
      Food excellent good choice on menu not long waiting time excellent staff. Really nice atmosphere comfortable choice of seating Read full review
    • paulY5388FM
      Crewe, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Good value food
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 31st December 2022
      Starters were really tasty and plentiful, especially the haddock chowder. Main courses were traditional “home cooking” at its best Read full review
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    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Disability awareness training for all personnel
    • Facility for service dogs
    • Guide dogs permitted
    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Licensed
    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • 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

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking - Free parking.
    • Parking (free)

    Payment Methods

    • American Express accepted
    • Groups Accepted
    • MasterCard accepted
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Booking required
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Pets accepted
    • Real log/coal fires
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Village Location

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    Open Christmas
    Open New Year
    Season (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2023)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Thursday07:00 - 00:00
    Friday - Saturday07:00 - 01:00
    Sunday07:00 - 00:00
    Bank Holiday07:00 - 00:00

    * Open 0700-2130 for food and 1130-midnight for drinks (until 1am Friday and Saturday evening)

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    Map & Directions

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    Road Directions

    From the North: Exit the A19 taking the B1404 towards Seaham. Turn right onto Seaton Lane B1404. Seaton Lane Inn is on your left.

    From the South: Exit the A19 taking the A1018 exit towards Sunderland. At the roundabout, take the 3rd exit onto B1285. Turn right onto Seaton Ln/B1404. Seaton Lane Inn is on your left.

    Seaham Hall – 5 minutes Sunderland – 10 minutes  Newcastle upon Tyne – 20 minutes  Durham – 20 minutes

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