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The Witham
Barnard Castle
County Durham
DL12 8LY
Tel: +44 01833 631107
Book Tickets
Awards
- Regional and Miscellaneous
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence 2019 - Visit Britain
We're Good To Go 2020
TripAdvisor
Travelers Choice 2020
- Excellent66
- Very Good26
- Average8
- Poor7
- Terrible4
Recent Reviews:
- jamespH5320GFTrip Type:Friends getawayQueuing system is stupid.
Thursday, 13th February 2020Great venue with some fantastic acts but they made us queue out in the cold. The manager(?) was incredibly rude, telling people off(!) in the queue for not moving up quickly enough. The massive queue... Read full review - Susannah HBarnard Castle, United KingdomWhat a welcome! And the safest place to eat in town
Sunday, 13th September 2020What a wonderful welcome we received coming to eat at the Witham cafe. The volunteers here could not have been more helpful, they made this such an enjoyable outing. Food was delicious. I felt... Read full review - 321KSGBarnard Castle, United KingdomCustomer service????
Saturday, 7th November 2020Called in for pre lockdown cake and coffee. Always try and support the local business in town but this time was served by a rude arguementative lady who was quite aggressive as I asked if the cakes... Read full review
Facilities
Accessibility
- Access Statement - Please see below
Catering
- On-Site café/restaurant
Access Information
Opening Times
| Season (1 Jan 2020 - 31 Dec 2021) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Monday | Closed | |
| Tuesday - Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| Sunday | Closed | |
| Bank Holiday | Closed | |
* Open Tue-Sat, 1000-1600.
Highlights...
Walking in Teesdale - Barnard Castle to Cotherstone, Barnard CastleA walk through woods and fields, with a steep climb to the path high above the river and final descent through the trees back to the river. There are pleasant, pretty views, whatever the season, particularly of the castle.
The Witham Cafe Bar, Barnard CastleOffering: 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 baked cakes and scones.
Barnard Castle’s Yards, Barnard CastleThis is a wander through the town of Barnard Castle, using the narrow alleyways (known locally as ‘Yards’) of this ancient place. Stretch your legs and do a bit of history too.
Walking in Teesdale: Abbey Bridge & Whorlton Circular, Barnard Castle A circular walk following the Teesdale Way along the River Tees downstream from Abbey Bridge past Meeting of the Waters and picturesque Dairy Bridge, made famous in the painting by Joseph Turner.
Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone to Barnard Castle, CotherstoneA leisurely walk which rises high above the River Tees, then leads through fields and woods, with several becks on the way.
Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone East Circular, CotherstoneThis circular walk has views of the River Tees, and the possibility of seeing deer and other wildlife.
Walking in Teesdale: Cotherstone West Circular, CotherstoneThis is a moderate circular route up Baldersdale, over fields, along a quiet road and a bridleway along the edge of Cotherstone Moor.
Walking in Teesdale: Staindrop Circular, StaindropThis is a leisurely circular walk from the attractive village of Staindrop, with one short steep bank with steps.
Walking in Teesdale: Bowes East Circular, BowesA leisurely walk along lanes and across fields in the valley of the River Greta.
Walking in Teesdale: Bowes West Circular, BowesA walk through the picturesque village of Bowes, past Dotheboys Hall, and across the moors above the village.
Walking in Teesdale: Barnard Castle and Stainton Circular, Barnard CastleA leisurely walk from Barnard Castle through woods and across fields to Stainton village, from where there are extensive views both up and across Teesdale.
