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You will be spoilt for choice with the array of gastronomic treats on the menu in Durham.

Why not follow in the foodie footsteps of TV’s MasterChef host, Gregg Wallace, who ate his way around the county last year as part of the Britain is Great: Great British Menu online series. Whilst filming, Gregg’s taste buds were treated to traditional dishes, local produce and some of the county’s local beers. Find out more about Gregg’s culinary travels at: thisisdurham.com/gregg-wallace

Take some time out with a tasty homemade treat at a welcoming café or tearoom. Or if you’re striding out in the great outdoors, fill your boots with a hearty home-cooked lunch in a cosy pub. And after a busy day taking in the sights, you will find a range of delicious dining on offer in the county’s many restaurants.

Dine out in style in Durham City as you enjoy great food and drink in the shadow of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Or drink in the breathtaking views of the

Durham Dales as you tuck into local produce in scenic settings. And in the Vale of Durham and at the Durham Coast you will find award-winning eateries and more tantalising foodie experiences.

Lovers of good food will be sure to look out for the Taste Durham Awards mark – a sign of great food proudly displayed by more than 70 venues across the county. Graded to a national standard, the Taste Durham accreditation is awarded in recognition of consistently good service, comfort, cleanliness, quality of food and in addition, championing of local produce.

Join us in October for a month-long celebration of Durham food as eateries across the county celebrate Taste Durham Month with offers, events and special dishes with a local flavour.

Durham has a proud heritage when it comes to quality local

Savour the flavours on your break in Durham, where great food and drink is the perfect accompaniment to your visit.

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produce. In the 18th Century Durham City was the birthplace of English mustard, first ground at a mill in Saddler Street, and the county is still home to stand-out local artisan produce and innovative producers. From award-winning cheese and sausage to Teesdale lamb and fish from our reservoirs – all the right ingredients are in place for a real taste of the county.

Don’t miss the opportunity to stock up on some of these local goodies at one of the county’s celebrated farm shops, farmers’ markets or foodie events including the annual Bishop Auckland Food Festival, which is held every April. Make a day of it at one of the county’s agricultural shows. England’s oldest agricultural show was first held in Wolsingham in the Durham Dales in 1763, and along with Stanhope, Eggleston and Bowes agricultural shows, makes for a great family day out.

Two food trails will also help you explore the stunning scenery of the Durham Dales and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, experiencing great food and drink along the way.

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Contents

How to use this guide 4

Dining Out 5

Attractions 6

Cafés 7-12

Pubs 13-19

County Map 20-21

Pubs 22-26

Restaurants 26-34

Local Producers 34-35

Events 36-38

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How to use this guideThis handy guide will provide you with the ingredients for a tasty time in Durham. It’s divided into easy-to-follow sections for attractions, cafés, pubs, restaurants, producers and events.

The location of individual entries is identified using coloured locators:

To make the most of your time in our amazing county, pick up a copy of the Durham Pocket Guide for information on attractions and activities, getting around and maps.

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You will find a feast of treats on offer with a wide range of eateries tempting your taste buds with an array of delicious foodie experiences.

Soak up the atmosphere in Durham City and enjoy home-cooked food in a cosy café or tearoom. Head to one of the city’s characterful pubs and savour great food and drink, or settle in at one of the dozens of restaurants for a memorable dining experience.

If you’re out and about exploring the Durham Coast, or visiting some of the county’s stunning attractions in the Vale of Durham, you’ll find a range of eateries from which to refuel along the way.

And in the Durham Dales, every taste is catered for with award-winning restaurants, pubs and cafés around every corner, where visitors can indulge in everything from afternoon tea to Durham’s famed local produce.

Delicious DealsTake advantage of our fantastic money-saving offers on restaurants, cafés and bars across the county. Find out more about Durham Deals, visit: thisisdurham.com/deals

Taste DurhamWhatever your taste, whether it be a three-course fine dining experience, or a quick bite during a busy day of sightseeing, let the Taste Durham Awards mark guide you.

Whether it’s Highest Quality Assured, Quality Assured, plus Local Produce Champion, wherever you see the Taste Durham Award you can rest assured you are choosing an establishment of excellence.

Find out more about Taste Durham and the award winners, visit: tastedurham.co.uk

From hearty home-cooked fayre in friendly pubs and cafés, to fine dining in acclaimed restaurants and indulgent treats at tearooms and coffee shops around the county, the choice is yours.

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Durham University, Hollingside Lane, South Road, Durham City DH1 3TN Tel: 0191 334 5518 www.dur.ac.uk/botanic.gardenCome and visit our tranquil Botanic Garden nestled on the edge of Durham City. Freshly prepared sandwiches using Northumberland Cheddar or a local Durham ham make this café a destination venue. Jacket potatoes, soup and toasties extend the menu, or our classic afternoon treat - freshly baked scones and slices of indulgent cake, we offer something for everyone.Opening times: November to February 10am-4pm. March to October 10am-5pm. Closed Christmas and New Year.

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Durham Cathedral, Durham City DH1 3EQ Tel: 0191 386 3721Set in the magnificent arched undercroft of Durham Cathedral we provide tasty home-cooked food using local produce wherever possible. Wholesome soup, sandwiches and quiche, vegetarian and traditional options served along with delicious homemade cakes, desserts and scones. Call for details to hire the restaurant for corporate or private functions.Opening times: Daily 10am-4.30pm except Christmas Day, Boxing Day and Good Friday.

The Undercroft Restaurant

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Witton Gilbert, Durham DH7 6TR Tel: 0191 371 8382 www.broomhousedurham.co.uk

BroomHouseFarm @BroomHouseFarmBreathtaking views just 6 miles from Durham City. A cosy fire warms the building in winter, whilst decking and a large grassy play field make the most of sunny days. Cakes and light lunches are prepared using produce from the farm shop and local suppliers.Opening times: Open every day. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

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Durham Market Hall, Durham City DH1 3NJ Tel: 0191 383 9933 Cafe-CennoNew menu available with local produce and homemade food. Family run Café Cenno is a must for light lunches and special treats. Homemade daily - scones, cakes, pies, fish and chips.Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am-4.30pm. Sundays in December 10.30am-4pm.

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Poplar Tree Garden Centre, Hall Lane, Shincliffe, Durham DH1 2NG Tel: 0191 384 7553 www.poplartreegardencentre.co.uk

PoplartreeandbramblescoffeeshopBrambles at Poplar Tree Garden Centre is the perfect place to relax and unwind. It’s ideal for a light lunch, afternoon tea or a quick coffee. There’s also an extensive gift shop, florist and of course everything for the garden.Opening times: Monday to Friday 9.30am-5pm, Saturday 9.30am-4.30pm, Sunday 10.30am-4pm. Closed Christmas and New Years Day.

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Palace Green, Durham City DH1 3RL Tel: 0191 334 3688 The only licenced café where you can enjoy freshly made sandwiches and toasties, delicious fruit scones with jam or an indulgent slice of cake, while enjoying the unrestricted views of Durham Cathedral and Castle on a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Table service means you can sit, relax and enjoy!Opening times: Daily, January and February, 9am-4pm. March, April, May, October 9am-5pm, June to September 9am-6pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day. Reduced opening hours between Christmas and New Year.

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Palace Green Library, Durham City DH1 3RN Tel: 0191 334 3823The contemporary café is located within Palace Green Library; with its glass roof it offers stunning views of the Cathedral towers. Try one of our signature quiches, a twist on a classic: Bacon, Gruyere cheese and caramelised onions, garnished with fresh salad. Well worth hunting out this hidden gem!Opening times: Daily 9.30am-4.30pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

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Chapters, 16-17 Elvet Bridge, Durham City DH1 3AA Tel: 0191 386 0649

Chapters Of Durham Tea Rooms @ChaptersDurham

Situated on busy Elvet Bridge, only a few minutes walk to Durham Cathedral. Everything is freshly made to order ensuring customers receive only the finest. Chapters is a family run, local business and we source all produce locally, supporting our area.Opening times: Open daily 10am-4.30pm.

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1 Percy Crescent, Lanchester DH7 0EU Tel: 01207 520056 www.kaffeehaus-amadeus.co.uk

KaffeehausAmadeus @KaffeeAmadeusA coffee lover’s heaven. Authentic Viennese coffee house offering speciality coffees, homemade Austrian/German style cakes, bread, desserts, Viennese breakfast, light lunches and tempting chocolate and truffles. We also offer coffee workshops and music events.Opening times: Tuesday to Sunday 10am-4.30pm. Closed Monday (open bank holiday Mondays).

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4 Old Co-Op Buildings, Langley Park, County Durham DH7 9XE Tel: 0191 373 1404

Number4coffeegiftsandmoreWith a deli for customers wanting to grab and go, a cosy café and a beautiful gift shop, Number 4 certainly has something for everyone. Our menu offers a wide selection of delicious homemade food both savoury and sweet.Opening times: Monday to Friday 8am-4pm. Saturday 9am-4pm.

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Inside Chapters Tearooms, 16-17 Elvet Bridge, Durham City DH1 3AA Tel: 0191 386 0649

Split & Glory Find us on TwitterServing banana splits, sundaes, cones, milkshakes and much more. 22 flavours of the finest award winning ice cream to choose from, and 3 guest flavour ice creams. As you enjoy your chosen treat you will hear the sounds of the 50s and Rock ‘n’ Roll.Opening times: Open daily 10am-4.30pm.

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East Grange Farm, Knitsley, Consett, County Durham DH8 9EW Tel: 01207 592059 wwwknitsleyfarmshop.co.uk

Knitsley Farm Shop @KnitsleyFarmMulti award-winning farm shop and café, stocking a wide range of own and locally sourced produce. Wonderful outdoor courtyard dining area during warmer months. On-site bakery. Café/restaurant serves freshly prepared home-cooked food.Opening times: Open all year. Tuesdays to Saturdays 10am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Closed Mondays.

Knitsley Granary Café and Farm Shop

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Bradley Burn, Wolsingham DL13 3JH Tel: 01388 527285 www.bradleyburn.co.uk BradleyBurnFarmShop @BradleyBurn We are open throughout the year. Housed in a beautiful log cabin, tables on our terrace overlook the burn flowing past. Enjoy home-cooked local food beside the wood stove while the kids explore the enclosed play area just outside. Find out more about the farm on our farm trail.Opening times: Summer clocks daily 9am-5pm. Winter clocks Monday to Saturday 9am-4pm.

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29 Market Place, Barnard Castle DL12 8NE Tel: 01833 690110 www.clarendonsofbarnardcastle.co.uk

Clarendon’s of Barnard CastleClarendon’s is a traditional tearoom, with a contemporary twist. Serving speciality teas and coffees, breakfast, brunch, lunch and afternoon teas. Local produce is always on the menu and all cuisine is freshly prepared, homemade and delicious! Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Years Day.

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Castle Gardens, Stanhope, County Durham DL13 2FJ Tel: 01388 527650 www.durhamdalescentre.co.uk

DurhamDalesCentre @DurhamDalesCent

A warm welcome awaits at our 75 seated, accessible for all licenced tearoom, providing an extensive menu of homemade hot and cold meals, speciality coffees, teas and irresistible home baking in a relaxed environment.Opening times: April to October 9am-5pm. November to March 9am-4pm. Open 7 days a week except Christmas.

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Eggleston, Barnard Castle DL12 0AG Tel: 01833 650553

Eggleston Hall Cafe Tearoom The café and tearoom is set within beautiful grounds, alongside the prestigious Eggleston Hall Gardens. The menu comprises of brunch, lunch and afternoon tea options. Everything is homemade and products are locally sourced wherever possible. A wide selection of speciality beverages are served to accompany our freshly made scones and cakes.Opening times: Please refer to our website for seasonal opening times.

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A68, Toft Hill, Bishop Auckland, County Durham DL14 0JF Tel: 01388 835638 www.the68cafe.com

68Cafe @the68Cafe Breathtaking views, cosy and immaculate facilities. Home-cooked traditional food made on site, using local suppliers. All-day breakfasts to roast dinners or light snacks and delicious puddings, scones or cakes, speciality teas and coffees too.Opening times: Open daily except Christmas. Check website for seasonal opening times.

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13 North Terrace, Seaham, County Durham SR7 7EU Tel: 0191 581 0719 www.lickety-split.co.uk

Splicketylit _Splickety_LitNorth East’s first original 1950s American ice cream parlour. Currently in its second generation, this multi award-winning family run business offers great ice cream sundaes, milkshakes and hot food, in a relaxed and welcoming environment with great customer service.Opening times: Daily 11am-6pm. Closed Christmas and New Years Day.

Lickety Split Creamery CITY

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Seaham Hall Car Park, North Road, Seaham, County Durham SR7 7AG Tel: 0191 513 1515 www.toniascafe.co.uk

ToniasSeaham @ToniasSeahamLocated on the clifftops in Seaham, Tonia’s is the perfect place to relax with a drink or a bite to eat while enjoying a sea view. Fully accessible, family friendly and situated in a large free car park.Opening times: April to October 9am-6pm, November to March 9am-4pm. Closed Christmas Day.

Tonia’s Café

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Court Lane, Durham City DH1 3AW Tel: 0191 384 7350 www.courtinn.co.ukA traditional bar with a great atmosphere and comfortable surroundings. The bar has a varied range of real ales, beers as well as a huge selection of gins and whiskys unique to Durham City. The daily menu offers a fantastic choice of delicious home-cooked meals. The newly launched restaurant area has an intimate feel in the heart of Durham City, the new menu specializes in using fresh local produce and offering a great selection of healthy options and dietary requirements. The Grill features a large selection of steaks and fish with a choice of melt on the top butters and sauces as well as many home-cooked favourites.Opening times: Daily 10.30am-12midnight. Bar food: 11am- 5pm, Grill: 6pm-10pm.

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4 South Street, Durham City DH1 4PP Tel: 0191 383 6970

TheFightingCocksDurhamBusy city centre pub serving homemade food seven days a week with proper chips. 2 for £6, or 2 for £8 on selected menu; we also have a main menu available every day.Disco Friday and Saturday nights 70s and 80s music with resident DJ Mick.Opening times: Bar: Monday to Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am-2am, Sunday 12noon-11pm. Food: Daily 11am-6pm.

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Half Moon Inn

86 New Elvet, Durham City DH1 3AQ Tel: 0191 374 1918 www.thehalfmooninndurham.co.ukWe are a traditional English pub that has stayed true to its roots, with a long standing family history and real pub atmosphere. As a Cask Marque accredited pub we have a great selection of real ales as well as beers, wines and spirits. If you’re looking for somewhere with a great atmosphere to cheer on your team, we have six TVs, including two outside, so you never have to miss a minute of a match. With a riverside beer garden to rival any other in Durham, the Half Moon Inn was awarded Best Pub and Overall Winner in the 2015 Best Bar None scheme.Opening times: Monday to Thursday 11am-11pm, Friday and Saturday 11am- midnight, Sunday 12noon-11pm.

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Loveshack and My House Bar and Kitchen

Unit 3, Walkergate, Durham City DH1 1WA Tel: 0191 384 5757 www.loveshackdurham.comLoveshack is Durham’s biggest and busiest nightclub, we host a range of one-off events, anything from live music, sporting events and club nightsMy House Bar and Kitchen is located in the lively Walkergate complex in the heart of Durham City. We specialise in fun, innovative, out of this world cocktails as well as boasting a fresh new bar menu/ street food concept. My House hosts live musicians, performers and DJs on a weekly basis, creating a modern and trendy vibe to relax and enjoy the charismatic surroundings.Opening times: My House: Monday to Thursday 8am-11.30pm, Friday and Saturday 8am-1.30am, Sunday 10am-12.30am. Loveshack: Wednesday 10pm–2am, Friday 9pm–2am, Saturday 8pm–2am.

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Elvet Bridge, Durham City DH1 3AF Tel: 0191 384 6237 www.klutedurham.co.uk

Klute Durham

Klute nestles under Elvet Bridge, and is a haven for students and visiting alumni away from the local crowd. The decor may date from 1971 (when the film Klute was popular), but the atmosphere is undeniably great. The DJ’s music policy ranges from 1960s rock and roll to 90s pop, but always ending with Dean Martin’s ‘Thats Amore’.

Opening times: Daily 10.30pm-2am.

Klute CITY

53 Crossgate, Durham City DH1 4PR Tel: 0191 374 1114

TheAngelDurham @AngelDurhamFor those about to rock....come in here and do it! Proper pub, an obsession with music, a great sense of community and an informal, fun atmosphere. With a jukebox that has just about everything rock, metal, punk, alternative, and even an odd cheeky guilty pleasure pop song. Live music every Saturday night from cover bands, and the odd original band on a Friday night, no entry fee. Massive beer garden for summer days, huge selection of rums, and a pool table to challenge your mates on. Oh, and we’ve just had a refurb too, same ethos, nicer decor!Opening times: Sunday to Thursday 12noon-11pm, Friday and Saturday 12noon-12midnight. Food: Monday to Saturday 12noon-6pm.

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Unit 1-2 Walkergate Complex, Durham City DH1 1WA Tel: 0191 370 8510 www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/homepubs/The-Bishops-Mill

Lloyds No 1 The Bishops Mill @TheBishopsMillOpening at 8am for breakfast, and then serving food up until 11pm. Our bar offers a pleasant environment for all customers. The bar then transforms into a late bar offering quizzes, rock and roll bingo, DJs, a dance floor until 2am, and now table service, by using our new order and pay app.Opening times: Open daily. Monday, Tuesday 8am-12midnight. Thursday, Sunday 8am-1am. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday 8am-2am. Food 8am-11pm.

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Elvet Bridge, Durham City Tel: 0191 386 6210 www.the.boat.club.com

The Boat-Club Durham @BoatClubDurham Historic building opposite Elvet Bridge, with a contemporary look offering friendly service and serving up contemporary bar food and a great range of drinks. We offer great views of the River Wear and Elvet Bridge with three outside terraces and beer gardens.Opening times: Daily 10am-1am. Food: 11am-8pm.

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3 Reform Place, North Road, Durham City DH1 4RZ Tel: 0191 383 2173 www.theheadofsteam.co.uk

HeadOfSteam.Durhamuk @Hos_DurhamThe Head of Steam is Durham’s best kept secret and home to the finest selection of beers, ales and spirits from around the world. We’re all about great tunes and an atmosphere to match. Our kitchen is open every day, serving a freshly cooked menu. There’s a sunny (when it happens!) beer garden and roof terrace. We also have a seperate function room which is available to hire.Opening times: Bar: Sunday to Thursday 12noon-11pm, Friday and Saturday 12noon-12midnight. Food: Monday-Thursday 12noon-8pm, Friday and Saturday 12noon-7pm, Sunday 12noon-4pm.

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91-91a Claypath, Durham City DH1 1RG john.duck.581

Old school ale house in the centre of the city’s night life hub. 4 cask conditioned ales at all times which never stay the same for too long, with hand-pull ciders on the side for good measure. Plenty of lagers to choose from too! Beer terrace to the rear to enjoy any sun, and a heated umbrella to provide cover on the other days! Open mic on Wednesday night, pub quiz on Thursday, and live bands on Fridays. Something for everyone!Opening times: Sunday to Thursday 12noon-11pm, Friday and Saturday 12noon-12midnight.

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PubsThe Library

46 Saddler Street, Durham City DH1 3NU Tel: 0191 384 6704 www.thelibrarydurham.co.uk

thelibrary.durhamThe Library is a friendly venue offering delicious food, great drinks and unforgettable experiences. Modern bar with terrace, serving great craft ales and cocktails, alongside a comfort food menu - brilliant burgers; delicious dogs, live sports and free superfast Wi-Fi. We are a sports fan’s paradise with numerous screens, two big screen projectors and even an outside TV on our beautiful terrace overlooking Elvet Bridge and the River Wear.Come and visit us for any occasion including lunch/dinner visits, birthdays and all other special occasions.Opening times: Monday to Thursday 9am-12.30am, Friday and Saturday 9am-1.30am, Sunday 9am-11.30pm. Food: 9am-10pm.

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27 Market Place, Durham City DH1 3NJ Tel: 0191 386 2069 www.taylor-walker.co.uk/pub/market-tavern-durham/52521/

Market-Tavern-DurhamTraditional pub situated in the picturesque market place in Durham City. Wide range of cask ales, spirits, lagers and wines. Traditional great British food in a warm friendly pub.Opening times: Bar: Monday to Thursday 11am-12midnight, Friday and Saturday 11am-1am, Sunday 11am-11pm. Food: Daily 11am-10pm.

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Unit 7 Walkergate, Durham City DH1 1SQ Tel: 0191 384 3564 www.slugandlettuce.co.uk/m/slug-durham

The-Slug-and-Lettuce-Durham @Slug_andLettuceWith two large outside terraces we are the ideal place for soaking up the sun, while lazily sipping on cocktails or a crisp glass of wine. During the week we are a laid back bar for a quick coffee or a meal with friends. As the weekend approaches we become a vibrant venue and filled with late night revellers. There’s something for everyone.Opening times: Bar: Sun to Thurs 10am-11pm. Fri 10am-1am, Saturday 10am-2am. Food: Daily 10am-10pm.

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65 North Road, Durham City DH1 4SQ Tel: 0191 370 6540 www.jdwetherspoon.co.uk/home/pubs/the-water-house

The-Waterhouse-Wetherspoons-DurhamA traditional JD Wetherspoon pub with a welcoming atmosphere selling both food and drink all day.Our award winning menu offers a large variety of meals and snacks. Real ales from local and national breweries, lagers and ciders from all over the world. Vast craft beer range and great coffee are all on offer at great prices.Opening times: Bar: Sunday to Thursdays 8am-11.30pm, Friday and Saturday 8am-12midnight. Food: Daily 8am-11pm.

The Water House CITY

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80-83 North Road, Durham City DH1 4SQ Tel: 0191 384 1775 www.williamhedleydurham.co.ukWilliam Hedley Durham is on North Road close to both bus and rail stations in the heart of the city. William Hedley offers a plush but easy-going atmosphere with a vibrant award-winning food menu.Opening times: Sunday to Wednesday 10am-11pm, Thursday 10am-11.30pm, Friday and Saturday 10am-Midnight. Food: Sunday to Friday 10am-9pm, Saturday 10am-7pm.

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12 Crossgate, Durham City DH1 4PS Tel: 0191 386 4621 YeOld.ElmtreeCountry-style pub with bags of character and atmosphere in Durham City. We pride ourselves on our 6 well-kept, ever changing local and national real ales, home-cooked food, and eccentric but friendly staff! We have been CAMRA’S town pub of the year for the past 2 years. Sit by the log fire in winter, and enjoy the beer garden in summer, dogs are more than welcome. Folk music Monday and Tuesday and quiz night Wednesday. Opening times: Monday to Thursday 11.30am-11pm, Friday and Saturday 11.30am-12midnight, Sunday 11.30am-11pm. Food: Monday to Saturday 12noon-9.30pm, Sunday 12noon- 4pm (carvery only).

Ye Old Elm Tree CITY

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41 Tudhoe Village, County Durham DL16 6LE Tel: 01388 815679 www.thegreentree.co.uk

@GreenTree1727Only 4 miles from Durham City, this 290 year old family run Dalestone Inn is settled in the picturesque village of Tudhoe. Open all day with a selection of real ales and a lovely beer garden, serving food Monday to Saturdays 12noon-8.30pm offering extensive menus, daily specials and a fixed price menu. Sunday roasts available 12noon-2.30pm.Opening times: Daily 12noon until 11.30pm

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12 Market Place, St Johns Chapel DL13 1QF Tel: 01388 537231 www.thegoldenlionweardale.com The Golden Lion is a cosy dales inn set high in the North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The menu is traditional offering generous portions, with a specials board depending on what’s available locally. A real pub with good old fashioned hospitality.

Opening times: Mon closed except bank holidays, Tues to Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 12noon-12midnight, Sun 12pm-11pm. Food: 12noon-2pm and 6pm-8.30pm

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1 Saxon Green, Escomb, Bishop Auckland, County Durham DL14 7SY Tel: 01388 662256 www.saxon-inn.gbr.ccThe Saxon Inn is a traditional family run public house, offering good home cooked food at a reasonable price. Escomb is a rural and idyllic village situated on the River Wear surrounded by picturesque countryside.Opening times: Daily 12noon-2pm and 5.30pm-11pm.

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Church Bank, Eggleston, Barnard Castle DL12 0AH Tel: 01833 650289 E: [email protected] What a country pub should be, home-cooked cuisine, real ales and a friendly welcome. Local, traditional dishes always on the menu, teatime menu available 5-7pm; Sunday lunches are always popular so booking is recommended.Opening times: Wednesday to Friday 5pm–11pm, Saturday 3pm-12midnight, Sunday 11.30am - 10.30pm.

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Stockton Road, Castle Eden, County Durham TS27 4SD Tel: 01429 835137 www.castleedeninn.comUsing trusted local suppliers this stylish bar and elegant dining room share the same extensive menu. Set in a quintessential English village (Domesday Book) historical coaching inn, famous for a visit from Dick Turpin.Opening times: Open all year. Monday to Saturday 11am-11pm. Sunday 12noon-11pm.

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Michelin Guide 2016 - UK + Ireland

Old Elvet, Durham City DH1 3JN Tel: 0191 386 6821 www.marriott.co.uk

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Our Bar 1815 and champagne terrace in Durham City centre provides the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind whilst enjoying the city views. It’s a great place to enjoy light bites, afternoon teas, classic cocktails and of course, a glass of champagne.Opening times: Daily12noon ‘til late.

Durham Marriott Royal County Hotel

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Ramside Hall Hotel, Carrville, Durham DH1 1TD Tel: 0191 386 5282 www.ramsidehallhotel.co.ukWe’re rightly proud of the reputation that the Rib Room has, as one of the finest dining venues in the North East. At the AA award-winning Rib Room Steakhouse and Grill steaks are the house speciality, where we serve the finest Durham beef, matured for up to 32 days, to produce a succulent and tender steak. Opening times: Lunch: Friday and Saturday 12noon-2pm, Sunday 12noon-3pm. Dinner: Monday to Sunday 6pm-10pm.

Ramside Hall Hotel The Rib Room

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17 Elvet Bridge, Durham City DH1 3AA Tel: 0191 384 9050 www.restaurant17.co.uk

Restaurant 17 @restaurant17 Our menu offers everything you would expect from such a unique setting: delicious international cuisine, a truly satisfying menu developed by talented chefs who have worked at some of the highest quality restaurants and hotels around the world. The menu consists of dishes using locally sourced produce within a 30 mile radius. Opening times: Daily 10am-4.30pm.

Restaurant 17

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St Nicholas Cottage, Market Place, Durham City DH1 3NJ Tel: 0191 383 0927 www.spiceloungedurham.com

SpiceLoungeDurhamSunday to Thursday 20% discount off food before 7pm, 10% student discount off food all through the week, 20% discount off takeaways. Spice Lounge has brought culinary delights from every corner of India to tempt your taste buds.

Opening times: Monday to Sunday 6pm-11.30pm.

The Spice Lounge

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Whatever your taste, whether it be a three-course fine dining experience, or a quick spot of refuelling after a busy day sightseeing, let the Taste Durham Awards mark guide you.

Whether it’s Highest Quality Assured, Quality Assured, plus Local Produce Champion, wherever you see the Taste Durham Award you can rest assured you are choosing an establishment of excellence.

Find out more about Taste Durham and the award winners, visit: tastedurham.co.uk


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The Cellar Door

41 Saddler St, Durham City DH1 3NU Tel: 0191 383 1856 www.thecellardoordurham.co.uk

The Cellar Door

Passion. It is quite often impossible to summarise the experience created within a restaurant with just one word. Passion. Passion to produce the best food possible with the freshest and finest ingredients we can scour the world to find. Passion to strive to be the best. Passion to ensure that our customers remember. Passion to cater for people from all walks of life and give them a lasting memory of our restaurant. We’re not perfect, we’re not the best in the world, but we strive to be the best we can and evolve every day, so come join us on our journey.

Opening times: Daily 11.30am–10.30pm. Closed Christmas Day.

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Unit 6b-6C Walkergate, Durham City DH1 1SQ Tel: 0191 383 1390 www.fatbuddharestaurant.com

FatBuddhaRestaurant @FatBuddhaDurhamOur design, food, drinks and service sets us firmly apart from all other traditional Asian-based restaurants in the city. Our menu is based on Asian Fusion, which brings a host of ingredients, flavours and preparation methods. Many dishes will have familiar basic ingredients, but a finished look and taste will be totally fresh and new.Opening times: Lunch: Monday to Sunday 12noon-4.30pm. Evening: Sunday to Thursday 5pm-9pm, Friday and Saturday 5pm-10pm.

Fat Buddha Asian Bar and Kitchen

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Croxdale Bridge, Durham DH1 3SP Tel: 0191 378 3780 www.strhotels.co.uk/honest-lawyer-hotel

The Honest Lawyer HotelThe hotel’s renowned Bailey’s Bar and Restaurant is AA rosette awarded, menus change seasonally, and are created by respected Executive Head Chef Harry Bailie, with inspired dishes and hearty classics. Bailey’s Bar offers a more relaxed dining option, serving homemade classics along with an extensive selection of beers, wines, spirits. Opening times: Monday to Saturday 12noon-9.30pm, Sunday 12noon- 8.30pm.

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Chester le Street, County Durham DH3 4NX Tel: 0191 389 1111 www.lumleycastle.comLumley Castle Hotel has dominated the County Durham landscape for more than 600 years. Set within 9 acres of parkland overlooking the River Wear, it makes the perfect setting for any special occasion, and offers accommodation, fine dining, afternoon teas, Elizabethan banquets, conferences and weddings. Opening times: Daily. Closed Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and after brunch on New Years Day, reopens 3 January.

Lumley Castle Hotel Black Knight Restaurant

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Park View Terrace, New Coundon, Bishop Auckland, County Durham DL14 8QB Tel: 01388 661727 www.parkheadcountryhotel.co.uk

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The Bishops Grill (opening April 2016) serves locally sourced meats, poultry and game. Everything is made in-house including delicious desserts. We offer Sunday lunch in the Bishops Grill, or our traditional four roast carvery.Opening times: Monday to Saturday from 5pm, Sunday lunch 12noon-5pm.

Park Head Hotel

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Food Standards Agency: 5 Stars

Hurworth-on-Tees, Darlington, County Durham DL2 2DU Tel: 01325 729999 www.rockliffehall.com

Rockliffehall @RockliffehallRockliffe Hall’s flagship 3AA rosette Orangery restaurant is brought to you by award-winning chef Richard Allen. His aim is to take you on a culinary journey of tempting textures and tastes that showcase the very finest ingredients on offer here in the North East.Opening times: Tuesday to Saturday 7pm-9.30pm.

Rockliffe Hall Hotel The Orangery

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Headlam, Gainford, County Durham DL2 3HA Tel: 01325 730238 www.headlamhall.co.ukThe restaurant at Headlam Hall serves British dishes with a modern twist using the best local ingredients including produce from its own garden and farm. Guests can enjoy eating in the elegant Orangery, intimate Panelled Room or private dining room.Opening times: Daily for lunch 12noon-2pm, Dinner 7pm-9pm. Closed Christmas Eve to 27 December.

Headlam Hall DALES

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Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle DL12 9EB Tel: 01833 650213 www.rose-and-crown.co.ukThis boutique dales inn has a delightful bar with an open fire and a relaxed atmosphere. The kitchen team utilise the best of local produce to create modern and imaginative food of the highest quality.Opening times: All year. Lunch 12noon-2.30pm, Dinner 6.30pm-9pm. Closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.

Rose and Crown DALES

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Seaham Hall, Lord Byron’s Walk, Seaham, County Durham SR7 7AG Tel: 0191 516 1400 www.seaham-hall.co.uk

SeahamHall @SeahamHallHotelSeaham Hall is a luxury 5 star boutique hotel located on the evocative Durham Heritage Coast and is home to Byron’s Restaurant. With an emphasis and commitment to using only quality and locally sourced ingredients, it’s perfect for a scrumptious dinner for two or a convivial place for a group of friends to gather to enjoy great food delivered with warmth and a big dollop of panache. Opening times: Lounge: daily 9am–11pm. Restaurant: daily 6.30pm–10pm. Sunday lunch 12noon–3pm.

Seaham Hall Byron’s Restaurant

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A feast for all the sensesFood lovers can dine out on the fact that Durham is home to a tempting array of local produce and artisan producers. Amongst the platter of goodies on offer, you will find award-winning cheeses,


Unit 2F&2G Riverside Industrial Estate, Langley Park, County Durham DH7 9TT Tel: 07809 238481 www.durhamdistillery.co.uk

Durham-Distillery DRHMDSTLLRY England’s most northern distillery, and the first legal distillery in Durham since Henry VIII. We make small batch handmade gin and vodka in a 400L copper pot still. Where to buy: Direct from the distillery, Monday to Friday 9.30am-4pm (ring prior to visiting as we may be out from time to time) or from our website. At Majestic Wines nationwide, Fenwick, Edinburgh Woollen Mill Durham, and any good off-licence in the region.

Durham Distillery

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The Grey Horse, 115 Herburn Terrace, Consett, County Durham DH8 6NE Tel: 01207 591540 www.theconsettaleworks.co.uk Brewed at the Grey Horse, one of the region’s oldest pubs, our award-winning ales are inspired by our hometown’s heritage. From the rich, ruby Red Dust to the refreshingly light White Hot, our ales are recognised for quality and taste. Where to buy: In pubs across the region, with bottles and casks ordered direct from Lynn 07730 896766 or Rufus 01207 591 540.

Consett Ale Works VALE

Harperley, Weardale, County Durham DL15 8DX Tel: 07564 196019

Weardale Cheese @WeardaleCheeseFrom its dairy in beautiful Weardale, a range of hard and soft artisan cheeses are made, including ‘Weardale’ a fresh hard white, ‘Prince Bishop’ blue, ‘St. Cuthbert’ soft blue and ‘Brie de Weardale’.Where to buy: From local farm shops, delis and farmer’s markets.

Weardale Cheese DALES

Producersbakers, brewers, meats, fish, vegetables, jams, chutneys and much more. Stock up at one of the county’s farm shops, regular farmers’ markets and at foodie events, including the Bishop Auckland Food Festival, held every April.

Build up an appetite on a gastronomic journey of discovery around the Durham Dales and North Pennines Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with our two food trails.

Find out more at thisisdurham.com/foodtrails


www.BishopAucklandFoodFestival.co.uk

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A celebration of the very best food and drinkthe North of England has to offer.

150 producers / Tipple Tent / Pop-up RestaurantThe Ginstitute / Masterclasses and Tastings.

Bishop Auckland Market Place, Town Halland Auckland Castle

23 & 24 APRIL 2016

For more information visit the website or call 03000 26 26 26

www.BishopAucklandFoodFestival.co.uk

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October 2016A month-long celebration of the county’s food and drink with offers, events and special dishes.

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When visiting Best Bar None accredited venues, you can be assured that these operators have put customer safety at the forefront of their business practices.

For more information visit: www.countydurhambestbarnone.co.uk or contact BBN and Durham City Centre ManagerCarol Feenan on: 07584 217019

Best Bar None is a nationally recognised award scheme, supported by the Home Office and aimed at promoting responsible management and operation of alcohol licensed premises. When you’re planning a night out in Durham City Centre make sure to watch out for the Best Bar None Accreditation standard. Premises displaying the Best Bar None accreditation have undertaken a gruelling Assessment carried out by Durham Constabulary and Durham County Council Officers and have ably demonstrated how well they have met the objectives of the 2003 Licensing Act, in the: prevention of crime and disorder, public safety, prevention of public nuisance and the protection of children from harm. In partnership with Durham County Council, Durham Constabulary and the University of Durham, Durham City Centre Licensees strive to reduce the risk of alcohol related harm, disorder and crime, to provide you with the best possible experience when visiting our fine city centre. and Durham City Centre Manager) on 07584


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