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Woodlands Bistro & Venue

Congburn Nurseries
Edmondsley
Durham
DH7 6DY

Tel: +44 0191 3804990

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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 Congburn Nurseries and Garden Centre followed by a hearty breakfast, a lazy brunch, afternoon tea celebration or tuck in to our delicious main meals at Woodlands.

Join us for one of our specialty nights including:

BBQ Grill Night every Tuesday from 6pm and every Friday from 6pm throughout December. Our chefs will be cooking alfresco to make proper BBQ food from sirloin steak cooked to perfection, to Jerk chicken and Woodlands burgers.

Tapas From Around The World from 6pm every Wednesday and Thursday. Let us take you on a culinary adventure sampling the tastiest dishes from around the globe this is a MUST event for all foodies!

Make Woodlands Venue Bar Kitchen a part of your closest memories with your nearest and dearest with our brand new wedding and events venue! Along with our in-house Catering - entertainment & decor services, we've got you covered!

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TripAdvisor Traveller Rating:

4 of 5 stars
61 reviews
    • Service
      4 of 5 stars
    • Value
      4.5 of 5 stars
    • Food
      4 of 5 stars
    • Excellent
      33
    • Very Good
      14
    • Average
      10
    • Poor
      2
    • Terrible
      2

    Recent Reviews:

    • X_laura_smith_x
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Saturday night
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 24th April 2022
      Visited with friends. Staff welcoming and friendly. Beautiful decor, food arrived promptly, very well presented and tasted deliscious! Nice variety of dishes on the menu and deserts to die for! Will... Read full review
    • hannahaR7351HI
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Baby shower
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 25th April 2022
      Yesterday afternoon I had my baby shower at the woodlands and my god from start to finish it was amazing amazing day! Not only way the venue absolutely beautiful set up ready and waiting, the service... Read full review
    • W7570TKjuliem
      Stanley, United Kingdom
      Trip Type:
      Family
      Lovely Afternoon
      5 of 5 stars
      Saturday, 7th May 2022
      Visited today to buy plants at the adjacent garden centre then popped into Woodlands for a late lunch. We sat outside in the beautiful outdoor area. Both the food and service were outstanding. Good... Read full review
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    Facilities

    Other

    • Open

    Accessibility

    • All areas accessible to disabled visitors
    • All Areas Accessible to Disabled Visitors
    • Guide dogs permitted
    • Guide Dogs Permitted
    • Handrail by steps
    • Level access, ramp or lift to a public toilet
    • Ramp / Level Access
    • Ramp to main entrance
    • Toilets for disabled visitors
    • Toilets for Disabled Visitors

    Catering

    • Bar
    • Cater for vegetarians
    • Catering service
    • Groups: Afternoon Tea Catered For
    • Groups: Breakfast Catered For
    • Groups: Lunch Catered For
    • Groups: Refreshments Only
    • Licensed
    • On-Site café/restaurant
    • Serve afternoon tea
    • Serve breakfast
    • Serve evening meal
    • Serve lunch
    • Special dietary requirements catered for
    • Take away service

    Children & Infants

    • Accept children (Minimum age)
    • Baby changing facilities
    • Children's menu
    • Highchair

    COVID-19 Response

    • 2m distancing in place
    • Capacity limit
    • Contactless payment possible
    • COVID-19 measures in place
    • COVID-19 risk assessment completed
    • COVID-19 staff training completed
    • Deep cleaning between visitors
    • Face mask essential (not provided)
    • Face masks required for staff in public areas
    • Floors clearly marked for social distancing
    • Food available during COVID-19 restrictions
    • Hand sanitizer available to visitors & staff
    • Open now
    • Outside seating
    • Queuing system
    • Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
    • Socially distanced spaced seating
    • Staff required to regularly wash hands
    • Takeaway available
    • Virtual menus

    Parking & Transport

    • On site parking
    • Parking (free)

    Payment Methods

    • MasterCard accepted
    • Visa accepted

    Provider Facilities

    • Available for wedding receptions
    • Chef
    • Conference facilities
    • Event Venue
    • Exclusive hire of restaurant
    • Garden/patio for guests use
    • Groups accepted
    • Live music
    • Pets accepted
    • Real log/coal fires
    • Toilets

    Provider Features

    • Al fresco dining
    • In countryside
    • Indoor Attraction
    • Outdoor Attraction
    • Smoking Some Areas
    • Unique venue
    • WiFi Available

    Target Markets

    • Family Fun
    • Marketed Towards Families
    • Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
    • Marketed Towards Students / Youth

    Travel & Trade

    • Wi-fi available

    Access Information

    Opening Times

    2022 (1 Jan 2022 - 31 Dec 2022)
    DayTimes
    Monday - Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
    Thursday - Saturday09:00 - 22:00
    Sunday10:00 - 16:00

    * BRAND NEW Evening Menu available every Thursday, Friday & Saturday from 6pm. Bar open from 4pm.

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