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  1. Vennels

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    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.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Vennels Cafe
  2. The Food Pit Durham Seating Area

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    The Food Pit

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    Street food

    Durham

    Come join us at The Food Pit and experience Durham’s first street food hall.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for The Food Pit
  3. Real ales at The Sticky Wicket Emirates Riverside Chester-le-Street

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    The Sticky Wicket

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    Eat Out to Help Out

    Chester-le-Street

    A Sports Bar serving great ales, wholesome food, and a kids menu so there’s some good all rounders for all the family.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for The Sticky Wicket
  4. Seating area at Ozone at Seaham Hall

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    Ozone at Seaham Hall

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    Restaurant

    Seaham

    Ozone is our pan Asian restaurant located within the Serenity Spa, offering authentic, yet innovative, menus in an informal atmosphere.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 11:00 - 22:00

    Awards

    • AA AA 1 Rosette 2016AA 1 Rosette
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Ozone at Seaham Hall
  5. Seats at Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Headlam Hall Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Gainford

    Offering: A Collection Service
    The 2 AA rosette food showcases the best of local and seasonal produce including ingredients from the Hall’s own gardens with dishes that reflect modern British cooking.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 12:00 - 23:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Headlam Hall Restaurant
  6. Cafe Cheesedale sign

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    Cafe Cheesedale

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Butterknowle

    Café Cheesedale is the home of Teesdale Cheesemakers and the café reflects this with its cheese-centric menu. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2020TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Cafe Cheesedale
  7. Man frying chips

    Add Davy's Fried Fish and Chip Potato Restaurant to your Itinerary

    Davy's Fried Fish and Chip Potato Restaurant

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    Restaurant

    Beamish

    Situated in the Edwardian Pit Village at Beamish Museum, Davy's Fried Fish and Chip shop offers authentically fried fish and chips served in newspaper.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Davy's Fried Fish and Chip Potato Restaurant
  8. Dining area at Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

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    Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo

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    Restaurant

    9 Old Elvet , Durham

    Set in the ‘perfect little city’ of Durham, Marco Pierre White’s Steakhouse Bar & Grill treats guests to signature steaks, timeless English and French classics, and a comprehensive selection of premium cocktails.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill: Hotel Indigo
  9. Food from the Rectory Cafe

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    Eating out at Ushaw

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Durham

    The Refectory Cafe' Divines is open from 11:00 to 16:00, Wednesday to Saturday - offering a variety of lunches, both hot and cold (served from 12noon till 14:00), as well as tea and coffee, with a selection of soft drinks and ice-creams also…

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    4 July 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 14:00

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  10. Exterior of The Rose and Crown

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    The Rose and Crown

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    Restaurant

    Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle

    The award winning food reflects seasonal and local ingredients and can be enjoyed in either the charming Oak Panelled restaurant or more informally in the characterful bar. There is also an excellent selection of wines from around the world as well…

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    From:
    1 Jan 2020to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice 2020Good Hotel Guide 2020 – Editors Choice
    • Regional and Miscellaneous Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020 2020Sawday's Best Authentic Pub 2020
    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for The Rose and Crown
  11. Broom House Farm Coffee Shop

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    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 2021to31 Dec 2022Various 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
  12. Victoria Inn

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    Victoria Inn

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    Pub/Inn

    Durham City

    The Victoria Inn has a Silver Star Listing on CAMRA's (Campaign for Real Ale) Inventory, where its listed interior it remains one of the best adverts anywhere for a friendly, unspoilt, thriving cask pub.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022
    More info for Victoria Inn
  13. Two families sit at tables in a cafe, which has an arched stone roof.

    Add The Undercroft to your Itinerary

    The Undercroft

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    Restaurant

    Durham City

    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 delicious homemade cakes and scones.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured
    More info for The Undercroft
  14. Woman serving guests at Intervals Cafe

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    Intervals Cafe

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    Café

    Durham City

    Intervals cafe 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 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Intervals Cafe
  15. Bar at Dickens Bar and Bistro

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    Dickens Bar and Bistro

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    Bar

    Barnard Castle

    The cosy and intimate Dickens Bar is a lovely place to enjoy a drink at The Morritt, whether a traditional cask ale or an aperitif before dinner.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Dickens Bar and Bistro
  16. Beamish Tearoom

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    Beamish Tearooms

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Beamish

    Pies, stews and jacket potatoes, made with locally sourced ingredients and produce are among the delicious dishes on offer in the tearooms. Also available are hot and cold beverages and snacks.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2021to31 Dec 2022Open 10:00 - 17:00

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion 2019TasteDurham Highest Quality Assured and Local Produce Champion
    More info for Beamish Tearooms
  17. Seating area at Hotel Indigo Tinderbox Coffee House

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    Hotel Indigo Tinderbox Coffee House

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    Café

    9 Old Elvet , DURHAM

    Tinderbox Coffee House within Hotel Indigo Durham. 

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for Hotel Indigo Tinderbox Coffee House
  18. Cosy Club restaurant

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    Cosy Club

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    Type:

    Restaurant

    Durham City

    **Our outdoor terrace is now open for alfresco drinks and dining! Book your table below or pop over any time.**

    Cosy Clubs celebrate the joys of relaxed dining, drinking and lounging in a fabulous, welcoming setting: think aristocratic abundance…

    Dates

    From:
    16 July 2021to31 Dec 2022Various Opening Times
    More info for Cosy Club
  19. Garden Room at The High Force Hotel

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    High Force Hotel

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    Type:

    Restaurant

    Forest-in-Teesdale

    If you are looking for delicious food in Upper Teesdale then you've come to the right place.

    Dates

    From:
    1 Jan 2022to31 Dec 2022

    Awards

    • Regional and Miscellaneous WTTC Safe Travels 2021WTTC Safe Travels
    More info for High Force Hotel
  20. Bowlees Cafe

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    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees

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    Tea Room/Coffee Shop

    Newbiggin

    The Ford Kitchen@Bowlees present a classic café menu with an ever-changing specials board. The specials vary from delicious soups and hot sandwiches to omelettes and quiches. Vegetarian and gluten free options are readily available. 

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    From:
    16 Feb 2021to8 Dec 2022
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