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The Undercroft

Durham Cathedral
Durham City
County Durham
DH1 3EQ

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  • Two families sit at tables in a cafe, which has an arched stone roof.
  • two women smiling at customers from behind serving fridge at Durham Cathedral Undercroft Restaurant.
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About

Find simple light lunches and a selection of homemade snacks in Durham Cathedral's cafe, The Undercroft. Set in a beautiful medieval space, don't miss their great range of hot and cold drinks, with freshly brewed coffee and Brew Tea Company tea which is perfect with one of our delicious homemade cakes or famous scones. Produce is sourced locally where possble. Seating is available inside, or enjoy the fresh air at tables in the peaceful cloisters of Durham Cathedral. 

The cafe is open 10am to 4pm Monday to Saturday, and 10:30 to 15:30 on Sunday (except Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Good Friday).

The Undercroft can also be hired for private functions outside of usual opening hours, catering for a wide range of occasions with a variety of menus. Individual requirements can be accommodated with bespoke menus and choices. For more information and booking please contact events@durhamcathedral.co.uk

 

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousTasteDurham Highest Quality Assured TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
27 reviews
    • Service
      4 of 5 stars
    • Value
      3.5 of 5 stars
    • Food
      3.5 of 5 stars
    • Atmosphere
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      8
    • Very Good
      12
    • Average
      4
    • Poor
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    Recent Reviews:

    • malc1005
      Kettering, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Morning break
      4 of 5 stars
      Thursday, 5th September 2019
      We stopped here for morning tea and scones. Friendly service, good food, in a nice setting, well worth a visit. Read full review
    • sheepygold
      london
      Trip Type:
      Friends getaway
      Good value meal deals
      4 of 5 stars
      Wednesday, 9th October 2019
      We came to this self service restaurant on our Cathedral visit. Their hot food looked excellent but we just wanted a snack so I had a pre packed sandwich and bowl of soup and my wife had a sandwich... Read full review
    • Kuffy
      Staveley, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Couples
      Excellent value in lovely surroundings
      5 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 18th February 2020
      Good value wholesome food that uses local produce. The portions are generous and the atmosphere is relaxed with helpful staff. There was a good choice to suit all tastes. The tables were nicely... Read full review
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    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
    • Disability awareness training for all personnel
    • Guide dogs permitted
    • Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
    • Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Serve lunch

    Children & Infants

    • Baby changing facilities

    COVID-19 Response

    • Capacity limit
    • Clear signage
    • Contactless payment possible
    • COVID-19 measures in place
    • COVID-19 risk assessment completed
    • Food available during COVID-19 restrictions
    • Open now
    • Outside seating
    • Socially distanced spaced seating
    • Staff required to regularly wash hands

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    2023 (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Saturday10:00 - 16:00
    Sunday10:30 - 15:30

    * Closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

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    It is recommended that visitors to Durham Cathedral use public transport or walk to top of the Durham Peninsula.

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    During the day Durham Cathedral Bus runs to Palace Green via Durham Market Place from Freeman's Place coach and car parks and the rail station. For timetable call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33.

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