The 32 best bars and drinks in Durham

only downside is location, the smell from Jimmy Allen's kinda drifts in every now and then. It's pretty yucky, but everything else is great about the place, cheap booze

i love this club! and i’ve never even been! yippee

What can I say Klute Nightclub is simply the pinnacle of life, I've been to Germany, to Prague, France nothing can remotely compare to the wonderfulness that is Klute.

Worst club not just in the whole of Europe, but in the world. Bouncers are absolute trash. Wouldn’t let people back in for their stuff, laugh at people who are pleading them to let them back in, hound-dog people, obviously drunk, who leave through the wrong exit. Unreasonable and should be sacked immediately.

Bouncers at this club are violent and aggressive, my friend was kicked out for asking the bouncer why he barged past her, almost knocking her to the floor. He violently grabbed her arm and pulled her outside the club after she repeatedly stated she will leave and that he's making her feel uncomfortable. After pulling her out of the club, he proceeded to shout at her and began taking pictures of her on his phone. This happened early into the night, my friend was not drunk, not rude to the bouncer and was not in the wrong. Would never recommend this club to anyone, especially young girls as the bouncers evidently feel entitled to be aggressive and push physical boundaries.

Klute is great if you want to be doused in a variety of alcoholic beverages and bodily fluids while cheesy 90s pop blares in the background and a fresher awkwardly grinds on you. It's not the worst nightclub in Europe but it certainly smells like it.

Bouncers are overly aggressive and rude. They mocked me for crying to my face after physically assaulting my friend. Aside from this, they have terrible music, sounds like they haven't updated the playlist since the 70s. Also the interior feels dirty and outdated. Dont ever step foot in this establishment.

Lovely place to watch the football. Gorgeous beer garden by the river. Great selection of beers on draught. Staff were very friendly. Overall a great experience can’t wait to go back

What a super pub. Well deserves its place in the 2025 CAMRA Good Beer Guide. Even has a CAMRA members discount. Alic, Boothroyd and myself are all on a first ever visit. I had a great pint of Bass. Lovely front and back rooms and then a rear beer terrace with top notch views. Lots of TV's inside and out.

Really great old school pub. Good selection of drinks lots of indoor seating but where the place really comes to life is the outside seating area. Lovely views of the river and bridge at the back and more seating with patio style heaters nearer to the building. Staff very friendly and helpful. TVs showing sport all around the internal bar area. Will call again whilst I'm in the city.

Friendly staff and always a welcoming atmosphere! Lovely beer garden and always showing live sports! Perfect place to have a couple drinks with friends or family

Great range of pints, always got the ideal football matches on. All round just a very good pub. Special mention to Myrtle who served us over the weekend. Very friendly and sorted all our drinks and snacks in no time.

Great pub great vibes for any occasion! Amazing drink selection, with the most welcoming and friendly staff!! Love it!!!!! Definitely will be back again and again 👍

Joshua at the Half Moon Pub is an absolute gem! Not only does he serve up fantastic drinks with a smile, but his attention to detail and friendly demeanor truly elevate the experience. The atmosphere at the pub is cozy and inviting, making it the perfect spot to relax and unwind after a long day. Joshua's exceptional service and the welcoming ambiance at the Half Moon Pub make it a must-visit for anyone looking for a great time!

Good for a small club, good bar prices if you manage to find your way to the front. Accept suggestions for songs. Best night out in Durham

Fabio’s unhinged night is only the second club to acknowledge the queer population of Durham (not so much so as to become a gay club) and yet, it is dominated by heterosexuals and, exists in a heteronormative paradigm, Queer people get fetishised, served on a platter for commercialisation and still FORCES those same people to queue for over 60mins despite having a PAID for ticket. Avoid at all costs - awful awful awful place.

Nice bar, outside patio is good. Live music too and DJ in other room. Good night out.

Why even by tickets if you have to queue over 2 hours to get in after arriving less than 15 minutes after opening? Whole bar is a scam, go literally anywhere else

Lots of stairs and kinda hidden. The bartender was so friendly and drinks were nice. It's a nice space to hang out in after dinner downstairs.

Good portion sizes good service food was phenomenal thanks

Ace little restaurant when we arrived there people are queuing at the top of the stairs, which I don’t normally do and would have left but a lad said this is nothing they normally queue down the stairs. We only waited five minutes and we were led in to what was a typical old school Italian with bistro chairs etc, all I can say is go we had mixed antipasto which was the largest ever then pasta mains with a bottle of wine and a beer under. £60 all of which was bang on.

What a terrible experience when we visited this pub. We were there celebrating my nieces birthday. 3 people in our company decided they wanted to leave early, but one of them decided she needed to come back in to use the toilet, she lost her balance and fell cutting her hand. I went out to help her to get her to the toilet but the doorman refused to let her in saying she was drunk bearing in mind she is a 73 year old lady, he could see she was clearly distressed but he had no empathy what so ever then to top it off he was actually pushed me as I tried to get in her in, if I hadn't of had my wits about me I would have been down the stairs, he clearly should not be in the job. We eventually got in and as we came out they realised how bad her hand was and got medical assistance , not that the doorman had anything to do with it he seemed to just disappear. I would say this happened about 8.30 sat 16th Sept. Avoid this place

Due to numerous issues last night. I will be reporting the number of issues to the council from my findings. Over crowding and an emergency exit locked(blocked), also underage drinking and other.

i would rate it a 5 star however the lack of hollywood bowl stevenage photo booth + typhoon arcade machine really knocked a few stars off😔i feel as thought this amendment would truly add the most intense / orgasmic atmosphere. hoping my request is taken into account.

Absolutely terrible. Small, dank building, filthy and run down. Music was ridiculously loud to the point the bar staff couldn't hear us. The toilets were disgusting. Urine and toilet roll all over the floor, vomit all over. Some other customers inside where intrusive and over stepped boundaries. Door staff...? Drinks overpriced. It ruins durham. Will never go back.

5/5 all around but it would be 6/5 if you got a hollywould bowl Stevenage typhoon machine and Photo Booth. Ly❤️❤️❤️❤️🦈🦈🥳🥳🥳

I've rated this 3 stars because the prices for drinks are about average for Durham, it free to enter and atmosphere is awesome on a Saturday night with the live DJ and lots of different types of popular music from 80s, 90s and so on however seems to be change bar staff everytime you go (once every few months or so) and I kept asking for Smirnoff vodka And lemonade as this was on the display behind the staff but kept pulling cheaper foreign branded stuff from under the bar when pouring it out and the toilets are rather small (one small urinal trough and 1 cubicle toilet) and didn't look like it had been cleaned recently...

Liv is the most fantastic bartender, she really works to make sure that every person is accepted and feels safe in Osbournes! She makes my nights better and makes us so comfortable!

Fantastic hen party. Our waitress was absolutely amazin, friendly kind and perfect at her job. Thank you so much Bottomless brunch.

A very relaxed atmosphere with a good, daytime mix of clientele. I popped in for a lunchtime special while doing the tourist thing and sat on the veranda at the back of the premises. Lovely views of the river from a height. Service was friendly and efficient and the burger I had was very good indeed. I'll definitely be back. Oh and it's dog friendly 😁 🐾

We had a great meal here on Tuesday this week. We sat outside and a lovely waitress came and cheerfully helped us put some tables together. She was really friendly and explained the menu option to us perfectly. She was very attentive, extremely knowledgeable and really made us feel welcome. We didn't wait long for the food either, which was fabulous. Great portions, nice and hot and really tasty. My husband was also really impressed with the selection of drinks on tap too. So an absolute winner all round. Highly recommend 👌 👍

Amazing atmosphere, brilliant service. We had a party of 8 for brunch and our server Mathew was an absolute star. Constantly back and forth at the table checking in and taking drinks orders so regularly. So worth the money. We had an amazing time, highly recommend and if your lucky enough to get Mathew as your server you won't be disappointed 😁

Wondering by and craving pizza, I wondered in. With a shrug, I was directed to the menu at any table I wanted. Despite the advertised lunch specials and paper promotion (with no prices), they are completely absent from the virtual menu. Orders are on-line only. The only human you will see are those dropping g off your order as they run off to their next task. Good luck flagging anyone down if you need something. Am I meant to issue a virtual distress code? Meanwhile, the pint was fine and the pizza quite soggy.

Denise behind the bar was incredible. Her customer service, especially with two young children and a dog, was top class. Nothing was too much. What an asset she is to your pub. Nice balcony and the food was superb value. Have already recommended to friends visiting soon.

Had a bottomless brunch here and the standard of food and drink was great. The service provided was exceptional and way beyond any other please I have been to globally. Georgia was our host and she went above and beyond from the moment or arrive to the moment we left. A member of our party was particularly demanding and she managed this really well. I can’t thank her enough for this because it could have gone the opposite way. Extremely good customer service by Georgia

The food is not ok not impressed. The price is fine for what it is. The location is excellent, next to the river, the view is great. Sitting by the waterfront is so relaxing. The restaurant is upstairs, highly recommend sitting outside the balcony area if the weather is nice and sunny. The view is gorgeous.

Gorgeous ambiance of the river, lovely place to dine with family. Kid friendly Food was great, had good selection of British cuisine, everything well cooked and seasoned. Staff were friendly and kind. It was a shame they weren’t serving steak that day. Overall pleasant experience would def recommend.

The venue was lovely, and the staff were polite. The steak was beautifully cooked and full of flavor. I recommend one of the sharing boards, whichever appeals to you. We had an early dinner, so the restaurant was very quiet as it had just opened, which was perfect for the children. There was a great selection of drinks, and the bartender who worked the day the King and Queen visited the Cathedral was exceptional.

Staff were friendly and attentive the view is amazing cute building. Food was nice however there was a bone in my parmo but food was still great and overall really nice experience

Brilliant food and service. Managed to get a table a short notice on a Saturday night thanks to the flexibility of the restaurant. We loved it all, especially the pepper sauce. thank you.

A great place to grab a few drinks early in the evening with a view of Elvet Bridge. The place serves a great Long Island Ice Tea.

The best steak I have had in a long while. Well worth every penny... ALL the pennies! 6 Stars for Gracie

We visited on a busy, crowded friday night, however the food was made ready for us quite quickly. It tasted just as good as it looked like, and the staff members were really kind and helpful. 5 stars, no doubt! :-)

So delicious! Perfect for sharing and enjoying with friends. The prices are great, the drinks are excellent, and the food is just as good — a really fun spot to hang out.

A modern and well appointed Spoons. Clean and comfortable seating and Bar. Toilets very clean and maintained

Been here twice in the last few months for lunchtime. Food gets a 2 out of 5, cheap frozen food really. My chicken style goujon burger with mayo was overcooked, dry, had 4 4 cms squares of lettuce and a teaspoon of mayo. What is good are the offers, the ability to order from the table, the V Fast service and the coffee is very very good. Im quite dubious about the clientele here, sure there are the same people here all the time, im not surprised or amazed it is a Spoons and you get what you would expect. I wouldn't bring my family here though as wouldn't feel safe and that's daytime.

We visited this pub three times during our recent stay in Durham City and we enjoyed our experience on each occasion. The staff at the bar were friendly and helpful, particularly Dave, who even recognised us in Silver Street the day after one of our visits and stopped to speak to us. The service was always very quick and efficient. The only downside as far as my husband was concerned, was that there was no steak on the menu. There was a good choice of guest ales.

Nice outdoor area when the weather's good. It was a chilled Friday afternoon and was perfect for a catch-up with friends. Great table service from the bar, beer was good too...and of course cheap!

Great pub in an amazing building. I love how Weatherspoons use old style buildings, this one is huge with lots of different areas. Went about 3 times over 2 days. It was really busy each time I went but did manage to find a table. Good was great, had a bit of a wait for our drinks on our first visit so was half way through our food before the drinks arrived but was fine on our next visit. They could do with an extra area for as the coffee machines are together and a long way from the eating area. All in all, good food, good value, good atmosphere and clean.

Good pud just set back of the main road about a minute from the bus station. Great mix of ages inside and out.we never had any food or saw anyone, but looking at the menu, there are a few nice things to choose from and not expensive .

Head of Steam is a hidden gem in Durham. Great beer selection by Camerons - Tooth and Claw but the Belgian beer selection is something special too. A nice atmosphere with food available, a great variety on the food menu. I look forward to going back. Cheers!

I know Head of Steam is a chain pub. However, the Durham pub is really good. The staff are kind and attentive, they have a surprisingly good selection of beers especially bottled gems in the fridge. Food selection is small but well chosen and always cooked well. Can be a bit noisy sometimes in the evenings - but some people like that :-)

Best pub in Durham, 25% off student pricing, great atmosphere and delicious pints!!! Definitely recommend trying a pint of delirium red.

Cool place. Expensive food, small portions. One of the best espresso martinis I ever had.

I recently visited this pub in Durham, and unfortunately, it was a poor experience. While the pub itself had a nice atmosphere and seemed quite popular given how busy it was, the food and service were disappointing. I ordered a cheeseburger and chips, but the quality was subpar, especially for the high price. Additionally, the soft drinks were completely flat, which was another letdown. To make matters worse, the ladies' toilets were out of toilet paper, which added to the overall frustration. For the amount of money spent, I expected much better. I won’t be returning and wouldn’t recommend it.

We are Yorkshire folk don't normally leave a beer! Fabulous overnight stay in Durham. Do not recommend for a beer. Head of steam lager. Most expensive drink we had and the worst tasting.

We had an amazing experience with the service and the helpful assistance we received with our laundry. The convenience of having a coffee shop within the friendly environment was also a great plus. WiFi available for work/study while doing your laundry

Amazing service, the lady advised us on how to use the machines and she gave us 2 new large ikea bags to help us transport our laundry home. Lovely service and great, efficient machines at a respectful price!

Love being able to get other things done while my laundry's going. The staff are incredibly friendly and helpful, and the wash and dry service is top-notch. A great experience all around!

Amazing place & amazing friendly down to earth genuine staff. Strangest thing in the world to walk into a launderette to do ones laundry and then to realise that the launderette is holding a wedding reception. Coffee, tea & alcohol drinks available whilst you spin dry. Well recommend 5*****

Excellent service. Sat and had a cup of tea while I waited.

Excellent. Good staff. "Different" environment. Cafe bar piano laundrette. Sofas tables books.

Called in today to wash a king-size duvet and mattress topper . A really lovely helpful girl showed me how to use the machines. My washing came out immaculate. Was really happy with my visit and would highly recommend it . A really nice place and totally different from any other laundrette experience !!!!

Had ‘ping-pong’ table booked but had to wait 45 mins. I asked for some discount and was offered 50% off round of drinks so we got the cocktails in. Must say Staff were lovely and very good. Just seemed crazy in there and not very organised. (Think they were short staffed). But it was an experience !

Booked a slot for my 5 friends at 5pm after an afternoon drinking. A little tipsy but nothing more than everyone else (girls) that were being let in, because my boyfriend was the first to come down the stairs they said he’s had too much to drink so none of us can come in. We stood and watched a group of girls walk in just a drunk if not worse than us but because 3/5 of us were male they wouldn’t let us in. Absolutely joke of a venue, definitely would NOT recommend

The new tables make beer pong a lot more difficult than it previously was and it took so long to complete the game that most of us had sobered up by the time we had finished. It can be quite an expensive bar but it is fun so worth a look every now and then

Worst bar I have ever been in. Took 45 mins to be served 🤣 and if your stood at the other side of the bar people that arrive after you will get served before you. Confused? Exactly! One member of staff very passive aggressive and the young lad with blonde hair was lovely!! Only good thing was the photo booth.

We're still here at 17:46 after booking a table for 17:00. Still no beer pong. Drinks are a bit poor as well. It's a bit warm too.

An excellent way to start a night out. It's reasonably priced and booking is recommended. Don't be fooled.. Beer pong is harder than it looks!

Really cool set up, I like the layout and the atmosphere. Only downside is the beer ping is a little pricey. £18 for 6 cups per team and litre of beer.

Staff were unbelievably rude. We ordered three woodgates at the bar, a pretty standard order for three people. The bartender proceeded to pour the drinks and in the process knocked over one of the poured shots and acknowledging this in the process. He continued to pour in the 3 blue VKs acting as if he had not just spilt the entire vodka out one of the drinks. Once finished and questioned as to why he wouldn’t re pour the shot into the woodgate he responded with “you can stand here and argue all night but nothing is going to change”. As a proud Durham university alumni who was a frequent attendee of a jimmys night, I am very upset that it has come to this. Nether the less I will be planning on returning but in the meantime I hope you take this review into account.

Reading the reviews, it’s obvious the bouncers are bullying thugs, who abuse their power to randomly use force on young people doing absolutely nothing wrong. My daughter was hurt last night by being dragged out for standing having a drink with her boyfriend and another couple! The other girl being dragged separately from the group terrified and in tears so they had to make efforts to find each other safely again. Also met a group of young lads outside kicked out, who’d had the exact same treatment for no apparent reason. Sort yourselves out and stop throwing your weight around on 5 ft, 8 stone girls. You’re supposed to be there to protect people not to put them in danger!!! Pathetic!!

by far the worst door men I have ever spoken to in my entire life, snobby self cantered scum who have a clear agenda against any groups of white males entering the club disgraceful.

Honestly, I never had an issue even when they mistook me for someone else and kicked me out. But, when they tried to charge £1 more to my mum when they "changed the prices today" even though the menu on the TV said other wise it was beyond stupid. The attitude to the only people in the whole clube was appaling. That tall lass behind the bar needs to be humbled, "it's only a pound". If it's only a pound give us the price you advertised.

Went here on Sat 13/08/22 for friends hen night around 4pm . There was a door man called Billy who was absolutely fantastic and full of fun, nothing was a bother to him. There was also two barmaids who deserve recognition , they were lovely and very accommodating. Had a great time !

Unbelievably discriminatory and rude bouncers. 2 middle aged bouncers who obviously use their job as an excuse to belittle and to exercise power over students. I was allowed entry at roughly 1AM on 16 march 2023, however my friend who has a growth deficiency disorder was refused because 'he was too drunk'. He had barely had anything to drink. They refused to do any tests on him such as walking in a straight line or even just talking as he wasn't slurring his words, he was particularly upset over this, understandably. They then became extremely rude when I protested his innocence, and made wrong assumptions on my background. I would admonish Jimmy's management to employ bouncers who can actually string a sentence together without being unnecessarily rude and make sure that they can provide substance to their claims. I usually love this club, and find their bouncers understanding, but I feel very strongly about when people pick on my friends because they have a grain of authority. If you want to accuse people of being drunk, then give staff a breathalyser and see how many people make it into the club.

I had a horrible experience visiting Jimmy's last night having been fasley vilified for stealing. The bouncers took upon themselves to man handle me and felt it was appropriate to slap me across the face despite a miscommunication in their institution. Behaviour like this is incredibly common and it should not keep happening without repercussions. If you think bouncers like this have your best interests at heart think again. Too often they walk around with a chip on their shoulder ruining people's nights.

We were promised £1.50 shots and bombs- this was cancelled by the manager. Paid £18 for 6 shots of Smirnoff. It’s £16 for a litre in the tesco Nextdoor Do NOT go here

1. £5 fee to get in 2. A 6 inch glass cola costs £2 3. Very limited alcohol options 4. Too many people 5. Small nightclub

Can't believe this place is still going! Horrible and chavvy.

Stinks, bad music, expensive drinks

Students night is a scam

Best place ever

Very active club

Really nice restaurant in the centre of Durham. The atmosphere is nice. A very buzzing restaurant with very friendly and professional staff. Alex the manager is very professional and gave mr the table that I asked for even though the place was packed. The pigeon starter was really good. Oysters were large and very fresh. I had the duck. It was well cooked and loved the apricot combination. The rest of the party had the beef wellington. Very soft meat. We were too full to eat desserts. There's always a next come.

Held our wedding reception at The Cellar Door after receiving recommendations on Facebook. My husband and I could have not made a better decision. The staff has been exceptional with the communication and help regarding the preparations as well as during the service. All of our guests were extremely impressed with the food including my dad (who is a professional chef with 20+ years in the industry). The food and experience is amazing value for money. Our wedding day could not have gone better, we did not expect to have such a lovely intimate wedding that we dreamed of, but yet it came true. Thank you so much to the wonderful team at The Cellar Door and the talented chefs for making our day so memorable! Extra details for reference, we booked "The Cave Room" for 12 people altogether. The pistachio ice cream is incredible, and beef shin is also highly recommended.

Absolutely wonderful place. The food is outstanding, service is friendly and the venue is cosy. Menu offers a diverse range of dishes, updated regularly, with some really innovative choices.

Stunning restaurant. Was here for our aniversary break in Durham, and cellar door did not disappoint. Food was exceptional, service excellent. Nice sitting out area overlooking river.

I had been to the Cellar Door once many years ago....so this was a renewed experience. Durham has many fine places to eat but not so many that are a little special and elevated of quality. I had wanted something of a standard to celebrate a significant birthday for my partner and the Cellar Door did not disappoint. The set lunch menu is excellent value but not without choice or variation. The à la carte is understanbly broader but not overly expensive for the quality on offer. The wine list is varied and interesting and not excessive by modern standards of price. The service albeit on a leisurely Monday, was engaging, friendly and attentive. A delight in every aspect and I will be sure to return much sooner than previously for my next visit. Many thanks and keep doing what you do so very well.

We had an amazing dining experience at Cellar Door! We were visiting Durham on a walkabout tour, and our guide Peter recommended this restaurant. Everything was fresh made, so it took a bit for us to get our food but it was worth waiting for! We highly recommend the poached egg, asparagus, and hollandaise starter; the steak; the supreme chicken (perfectly cooked!)and the chocolate fondant dessert with rhubarb (it was like a molten lava cake). We will be back anytime we are visiting in Durham! Be aware there are stairs to get down to the restaurant.

We went here as 2 couples and could not fault the place, staff so attentive, food amazing, atmosphere too! It is a bit more pricey than other places in Durham but if you want quality over quantity this is definitely the place to be… the a la carte menu is phenomenal they focus on having a few different dishes which are cooked to perfection definitely the tastiest meal I’ve ever had. I highly recommend that you book in advance as it was pretty busy but they have enough staff to cope with the demand. 10/10! ☺️

Another amazing afternoon at Ebony, Durham for a baby shower. Jhan took care of everything & was fantastic from planning to delivery on the day. Christine, our waitress was also fab, taking care of our orders & looking after us from start to end. Fabulous food, service & atmosphere! Thank you!

A surprisingly decent place to come for a hot drink on an evening. Both the bouncers and bartenders were are very polite and friendly. The hot drinks are expensive but that is probably to be expected from a champagne bar - pity the tea wasn’t a better quality one though. Nice experience all in all, and it was nice to see other customers having a great experience too.

What a lovely place! Beautiful cocktails and amazing staff. Olly (or Ollie) was amazing, such a lovely lad with great customer service. He whipped up an outstanding Negroni and French Martini. Would 100% recommend if you are in Durham.

I came for bottomless brunch and jhane was amazing she was so attentive and lovely she made the experience so amazing and I would say it’s personally the best bottomless brunch in the north east, the food was lovely it was tapas, it is really good for couples and in a group really good options for food too and the cocktails were gorgeous the variety was just great , but the staff made it even better definitely going to be coming back

Popped into the champagne bar while view a property in Durham. Hoping to get the property so I can have this bar as a regular watering hole 😃. Good list of drinks and friendly staff.

Had the best time here, the bottomless brunch is so worth the money and offers a range of unreal cocktails and delicious food! The Cham 69 is a must try! All staff were so lovely and Jhan in particular made our experience a 10/10, will 100% be back and would recommend to all.

Wonderful place, great staff , nothing too much. My son held wedding there. Highly recommend and food was great and plentiful. Great day had by all.

Went for midweek lunch, large portions of traditional pub fayre. Very reasonably priced and excellently prepared. In the city centre with some outdoor areas too. Has recently been well refurbished and staff are very friendly and welcoming too.

Went to this place which they have named themselves sin city burger and they are scamming no brisket no bacon on burgers even though we paid extra the burgers were cold and came poorly wrapped in a flimsy wrapper the loaded fries box looks like they punched the top of them and were absolutely vile soaked un edible and I want a refund

Student pub chain that you have in the whole of England (at least in the North). Standard drinks but that said not a bad place to watch some football (DJ music at background is the downside). Staff are super nice but I suppose it’s a Durham thing!

Nice pub this and it's cheaper than some in the area. It's got a nice warm atmosphere. Toilet is on the first floor. Great sports coverage, and great menu for hot food. Also outside seating if that's your thing. All in all a great pub. Staff friendly and polite. 10 out of 10 😁

Sadly they use plastic cups which can break easily if there’s a slight crack in them when you’re getting a pint. I lost a whole pint after being given a plastic cup with a crack in it already and the staff couldn’t do anything after it cracked all the way down and my whole drink split. I’m not necessarily annoyed that they couldn’t do anything as they have rules about cup breakages, but it’s just something to watch out for and maybe a reason to get a drink from elsewhere instead.

Visited this pub on a quiet Tuesday lunchtime and it was really nice. A few couples here and there enjoying food. We opted for a booth and ordered a sharing platter at the bar when we got drinks - £12.49 where you pick 5 small plate items. The menu was like a Wetherspoons and quite cheap. Food arrived within maybe ten minutes and were larger portions than we had thought. Nachos and hunters loaded fries were lush, chicken pieces were a bit dry and the wings were well overdone. However, still edible and you can’t complain at how much they cost. My hubby had a pint of beer and I had a Coke, lovely and cold and I got them from the friendly lass at the bar. Plenty of seats, clean toilets upstairs and overall good experience. We will be back for sure. If you’re looking for somewhere cheap with plenty of choice, you can’t go past this place.

Went here for the liverpool game, great atmosphere and very good priced drinks. Also shout out to Georgia who served us, she was so lush and a great server! Thank you x

We had a table of 10 for afternoon tea to celebrate our wedding elopement. It was absolutely perfect, they gave us exactly what we asked for and couldn’t have been more helpful before or during. The staff were excellent really attentive and helpful. Overall amazing experience!

Love this place! Fab aesthetic, quirky decor, Spotlessly clean, great drinks selection, serves my favourite which is always a bonus, staff are friendly and very helpful. Best bar in Durham for me by far, lovely atmosphere.

I took a recent trip to Durham and I’d seen this restaurant a few times in passing and thought it looked like a nice place for a bite to eat. This time I stopped. Visiting with a friend whilst on a day trip, it made for the perfect light bite and stop off. Food and service were brilliant and the decor really matched the vibe of this place. Perfectly situated in the city. Definitely recommend.

What a beautiful place. My husband and I visited for the first time today for afternoon tea which was gifted to us. Very good service by pleasant staff. Lovely fresh food and beautifully decorated throughout. The building is very deceiving as it has so many different rooms over three floors. Lovely music playing and lovely sitting by the window watching people walk over the bridge and also Durham cathedral as you look up. We will definitely visit again. Thank you.

Wifey's afternoon out with the gals at The Curious Mr Fox was a girly catch up in this lovely little venue. The staff were very welcoming and friendly. As I was designated driver I ordered a chicken & chorizo flatbread with fries from the lunch menu and had a "zero fox given" cocktail. The lasses had pre-booked a brunch and ordered a sharing board together with some small plates and a variety of cocktails and prosecco. No time for many photos as we had lots of catching up to do!

I did the Cocktail Making Masterclass with a group of friends and it was fantastic. The event was lead by Ed who was really informative and injected fun into the session. Nothing was too much trouble - Ed was happy to change one of the cocktails as we didn't like one of the 3 we were scheduled to make. The food sharing boards were nice but the cocktails were definitely star of the show. Can't wait to return.

Enjoyed a fantastic cocktail masterclass here for a hen party. They hosted 21 of us and we had a fantastic afternoon! The hosts were great! Food was good and the atmosphere was top tier. Even the bouncers were fab. Excellent place!

Unfortunately the cow was a big let down, when we got there the lounge was locked so we went to the taproom but couldn't open the door, this is because it's a slider not a puller. The beers were from Castle Eden Brewery and we're past their best, also we were the only two people in the pub. A bit of a cold lifeless place with a barmaid who doesn't want to talk.

Came to Durham to see the castle and cathedral was very nice wanted to have a drink after, so me and my wife found this nice little place and staff was very friendly. The drinks was very fresh as I had the Guinness was one of the best I’ve had.

Cracking little place that we had recommended to us for our visit to Durham. Very cozy, super friendly and welcoming. There was a cheese board on the bar and we were welcome to tuck in even as new comers to the pub. Good selection of beers and we all said that we’d definitely call in again if visiting the area.

Got to be one of the best pubs in Durham with a very characterful front snug/bar with an open fire in colder months and a comfortable lounge in the rear. Lovely, friendly staff but the only food served on offer is bar snacks, however at teatime on Fridays the landlord puts on an excellent free buffet of cold meats, pies, pâtes, cheeses, bread and crackers. Well worth a visit!

Lovely little traditional pub, friendly informative locals. Decent choice of beers and hard drinks. Will re visit on our return to Durham

Much like it was 45 years ago (in a good way) no music, no TV, and not a lot of lights. But if you want a drink and a chat, it's the place to go.

Probably one of the best bars in Durham with amazingly kept ale and authentic old fashioned pub vibes, also amazing toasties, keep up the great work .

I've always loved the Angel. Typical rock bar, great loud music, brilliant Duke box, seen some great bands in here over the years. Cracking beer garden/ sun trap. It even serves Staropramen now. What more can you ask.

Been going here since I was 18, and hold my 'Rock n Roll palace' close to my heart ❤️ 🤟 beer gardens always good for the banter, and the music is 2cnd to none. Good assortment of real ales, beers, wines & cocktails, and the staff are efficient, friendly and very helpful. If you like loud music, rick, punk etc, with a great atmosphere, check the Angel out!

Nice old school metal bar, free jukebox on a weekday and serving pints of gamma Ray too. Lovely staff. Up a pretty steep hill that catches you out after a few ales.

The woman at the bar at 7.30pm on 7.06.2025 didn’t give very good customer service. She was extremely miserable and in polite whilst serving us. Almost like she was judging us. The pub is great, she was not. Unhappy with her service.

It's hard to rate this place on a Monday night. I would need to come back on a Saturday... And 20 years old, and into rock music... I bet it's awesome. But not for me.

Loved this place since the 1980's, hasn't changed much. Great selection of beer and best free juke box in the County!

Havent been in years, went with bf and had a great night out, lovely staff and great music, got a chance to play pool too which was good fun, all the other customers were friendly too, all round good feels ☺️

This place Gets such a bad reputation, but honestly, we had such a good night. We will be coming back as regular guests. The staff are friendly and helpful. Great selecting drinks from cocktails to ipa and awesome pint of Guinness!

Well what to say really... Busy little bar with a great atmosphere and extraordinary staff. One individual stood out really though. Oliver what a guy to say the least, was by him self at a busy period and still served with a smile and went above and beyond. Also helped me with busses as I had been to the hospital with a gammy foot. He brought my drink out to the table and made sure I was comfortable which I thought was great customer service skills. Don't know what position with in the company this guy holds but a promotion seems well overdue if he isn't management already. Keep a hold of him rare to find bartenders like this these days. Coming from a Geordie so we're not the easiest crowd. Overall great place would highly recommend

Very convenient to the bus terminus. Friendly staff. Lots of spaces for a quiet sit or small social meeting or gathering. Usual great Wetherspoons features.

When it first opened after Wetherspoons closed this pub was great. It's still a pleasant place to have a drink - I don't think they do food - but personnel and management changes have resulted in too much indifferent service and the continually changing closing times are a real pain. If the pub is supposed to be open till 11 or 12 p.m., then it should be open till the advertised closing time. Closing early is an absolute no no for me! 🤬🤬

Came here today very quite was served super quick! Good value like all spoons only gripe I had was the poppadoms was swimming in grease! Didn't touch them also the seats in the booth was so uncomfortable needs upgrading throughout highly recommended the newer weatherspoons in town

Came in tonight as we regularly do, only to find the nice table we usually sit at was monopolised by security staff with coffee cups and water bottles - on their phones - ,lots of youngsters filing in ,no is checks at all, I apreciate they need a break

Brilliant service and fast brilliant communication good staff. The manager was absolutely brilliant went above and beyond for us

Had the cheese charcuterie board was larger than anticipated, very tasty. Friendly staff and good drinks.

Love this place. Feels like a little hole in the wall. Eccentric and a one off, as bars go. Drinks are priced okay, for Durham (there is cheaper but this place isn’t extortionate.) The place has such a chilled vibe, I don’t know what to attribute it to but I feel I could hang out here all night listening to the BANGING playlist piped through the speakers, without a care in the world. A++

Quirky little bar with great selection of gins and a couple of beers on tap. Ordered drinks at the bar and lovely guy brought them over to where we were sitting.

Lovely quaint place lots to take in and very friendly staff and helpful

Absolutely fabulous gin bar hidden away in the centre of Durham! Lovely selection of gins and other alcohol too! The barman was AMAZING 👏 lots of care and attention in making the perfect gin and tonic! All served in the small but atmospheric bar... loved it!

The 90s music invited us in and the quirky decor made us stay! The bartender was friendly and made us the best gin I had in a while. The music was the right volume and the playlist was superb. Perfect place to start your Saturday night!

A wonderfully weird and whacky bar, decorated with obscurity, white elephants, artwork and taxidermy. It has a non-traditional bar, and instead it sports a bar kitchen suited to table service. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They stock a wide array of gins and other spirits. Cocktails and Beers also available. However the menu was a disappointment as I don't think it truly reflects the brand and does not showcase the stock available as I wanted, instead you have to awkwardly stand by the bar kitchen looking at what else they house... Both bad for explorers and business. Don't let that put you off though, after a few drinks you soon forget and get swallowed up in the furniture. Outdoor smoking area with heaters plus, I think Cathedral and Castle views. ££ don't be put off by the prices its not weatherspoons. Great for dates and those looking to drink "alternative". Go take a look!

Unmatched selection of beer. Don't expect to find any big names here, only craft and local. They rotate the selection every week. They regularly feature vegan hand pull casks. Wonderful welcoming atmosphere. Very unique feel

Being "in the know" I totally understand why this quirky bar is a CAMRA 2025 Good Beer Guide pub. ( regular entry) Alic loves the way it sits under the Victorian railway viaduct. Reminds him of The Crown in Stockport. Boothroyd Bear notes that there is no " bar" to speak of. You get served via a hatch. My Dad used to tell me that this was common in the 1940's and 50's. I have only seen this a handfull of times. Four real ales and four ciders. Lovely pub with an upstairs spill over room. Alic loved his rocking chair. No more than 10 mins up hill to Durham railway station ( we are told) ..., even for old people and Flat Erics. I usually end up carrying them.

Proper beer lovers spot. Excellent and interesting choice of well kept beer. My only regret that I was too full of food to have more :) close to the station and has a departure board. Perhaps I have a cunning plan…

This is a traditional wet led pub which I visited during a brief stay in Durham. 5 real ales for sale which I understand are changed regularly. Also a great range of ciders. Varied and comfortable seating. Excellent barman who really knows what he is doing. The locals were very friendly and they obviously love their local.

Great little craft beer pub in a lovely dramatic setting under the railway arches.Grest selection of craft & real ales in a cosy setting.

Lovely CAMRA craft Ales pub. Friendly staff, nice atmosphere and as it was Spring Beer Festival, lots of cask and keg beers and ciders to choose from.

First visit here. Nice little pub with 6 real ciders available. Has a handy screen showing when next train is due with guide for walking and finishing your drink lol

Smallest "pub" I've ever been in, Great Gin Bar though and the staff are great to talk with, especially about gin

A Hidden Gem in Durham! I visited Tin of Sardines a couple of days ago, and I’m still thinking about what an absolutely beautiful and aesthetic place it is! From the charming interiors to the cozy, welcoming atmosphere, it’s the kind of spot you instantly fall in love with. A special shoutout to Manan, who was my server — he truly made the experience memorable. He suggested the perfect drink (which I ended up loving!), took the time to chat with me, and made sure I felt comfortable and well looked after throughout my visit. It’s rare to find such genuine hospitality these days, and his warmth really stood out. If you're in Durham and looking for a place with character, great drinks, and even better vibes, don’t miss this one. Can’t wait to go back!

After my first visit to Tin of Sardines, I was excited to come back after the lovely service, little did I know that tonight’s visit would be an entirely different kettle of fish. My partner and I order our drinks, I ordered a pint of Moretti, and after sitting down and having a sip of my beer, we both agreed there was something off about it (it tasted flat and there was just an off flavour). I go back in and politely ask if I would be able to swap it for a bottle, and it turns out the young, South Asian man, (we forgot to ask his name, apologies) was beyond rude, blunt, and couldn’t have been more disinterested in what I had to say. Despite the usual industry standard of having some compensation for my complaint, he said the only option is that I buy a bottle because “there hadn’t been any complaints until now”. I guess that just marks my complaint as completely defunct? x

Such a shame. Paid £6.20 each for a pint to be greeted by a miserable, unhappy server. He wasn’t welcoming whatsoever. Very disappointed

Loved it, very small, we went on a week day so we had it to ourselves mostly. The barman was very informative, we asked for an unusual drink and we were delighted with it.

Good cold beer and a lovely view

It's really quaint but expensive. The girls working here were friendly and professional. The drinks were great

The place itself seems excellent, unfortunately the doormen, namely a certain man seems extremely homophobic, to the degree I witnessed some being denied entry for this.

Usually a great time with great music, but no toilet paper in any of the men’s toiles, despite speaking to bouncers and bar staff both twice. Only one hand drier, and it was broken, hanging off of the wall. Even if you know only drunk people are going to see it, a bit disappointing. (Pictured: stalls 1-3 upstairs with no/ broken toilet dispensers + broken hand drier)

Doormen extremely rude and it’s full of rude obnoxious Durham uni students who have no idea of personal space or an ounce of kindness in their bones totally ruined the experience, bouncers also kept letting people in despite you not being able to literally move

Paid for a round of drinks on my card, reader showed payment approved but a young lady came over and said it hadn't gone through. Asked for the confirmation slip to show this but wasn't given one. Was reluctant to pay again without proof so checked my bank balance which showed payment taken. An odd experience and can't help thinking this wasn't an accident. Be very careful people

I am a mature student and was refused entry on an apparently student only night

Ordered a meal with chips which never came got told they on the way but never landed .Don't think the service was very good at all.People beside us waiting for there change for a good half hour.It wasn't till another member of staff which came in and sorted things out wish I took her name .My friends and I were in on the 19th March

Best place ever on a Saturday from 12pm for drinks also to watch sports cocktails are excellent worth the money 👍

What a great place. Great accommodation, great breakfast, very central. I would definitely stay again. Everyone was lovely. Durham is is a beautiful place, very hilly though !

A fantastic view of Cathedral, great location, amazing atmosphere, and a legendary history. St. Chad’s College has long been regarded as one of the best colleges in Durham.

Had our nephew's wedding here yesterday and couldn't fault it. Wonderful location next to cathedral, incredible interior and great service. The main dining area is very impressive with beautiful chandeliers and the covered courtyard area for the evening do led onto the gardens. The staff were excellent with great friendly service and the meal and canapés beforehand delicious. Only negatives are no parking anywhere close and only 2 ladies toilets so often queue 😳

i stopped by here a few days ago and all i have to say is: i love chad. its beautiful. the church, the university, everything!! 10/10 would recommend

Attended a wedding, stunning location and fantastic service from staff

Stopped here last night was great only reason I didn't give 5 stars was u couldn't park outside the college we will be back again

Wonderful community. Simply the best college in Durham university.

College drinks are jepic Toads all the way Pity Johns has a better atmosphere

Great bar and good atmosphere

Covid spoils the experience

(Translated by Google) The reception of international students during the COVID-19 years has been very disappointing. As an Erasmus student, I felt marginalized by St Cuthbert’s Society. We were largely ignored and left to fend for ourselves, without the necessary support. I am deeply disappointed by this experience, especially coming from a university that aims to be reputable and inclusive. I sincerely hope that measures will be taken to improve the reception and integration of future international students. (Original) L’accueil des étudiants internationaux pendant les années COVID-19 a été très décevant. En tant qu’étudiant Erasmus, j’ai ressenti une marginalisation de la part de St Cuthbert’s Society. Nous avons été largement ignorés et laissés à nous débrouiller seuls, sans le soutien nécessaire. Je suis profondément déçu par cette expérience, surtout venant d’une université qui se veut réputée et inclusive. J’espère sincèrement que des mesures seront prises pour améliorer l’accueil et l’intégration des futurs étudiants internationaux.

Durham Castle is well worth a visit! The route you can take is fairly short at around an hour but the price reflects this and you get some excellent information throughout. We were self guided but there are tours available. The guides are knowledgeable and bring the history of the castle to life, making it a fascinating experience in a beautiful setting. A great way to spend an hour in Durham!

Absolutely well worth the £5 entry fee, but book in advance as they sell out and don't run every day. The blonde lady who checked us in and gave us our lanyards at Palace Green Library was perhaps the nicest lady I've ever met. She talked us through where to go, what to expect and other parts of the historic UNESCO World Heritage site to visit to make a day of it. Our tour guide (I wish I could remember her name; I want to say Dia..? She was a Literature student), was very professional and knowledgeable, and guided us through a fascinating 45-minute tour of the Norman chapel, Tunstall Chapel and Gallery, Black Stairs and the Great Hall. No, you can't go in the Keep as that's a student residence, but I feel like if the people complaining on reviews did even a minute's research before they went, they wouldn't be disappointed. You could take pictures all the way around and tour groups are kept relatively small, so you get time to ask questions of your guide. We learnt so much about the history of the historic building. Well worth a visit, but do some research first!

The castle of prince bishops of Durham. Currently used as a university college. It offers guided tours during various intervals. Its good

Such a beautiful castle really recommend checking it out and getting a tour you learn so much about it and William the conqueror and much more

A castle with lots of amazing and eye-opening stories and a beautiful history that is reflected in the view. Tickets are available at the library next to the right side of the castle, with time slot booking and guided tours only. We had fun 🤩 and enjoyed every bit of it!

Durham Castle was a hidden gem ! You need to either book in advance on line or you can call in the information center between the castle and cathedral to book your tour! Tour guides take you around the rooms you can visit,remember that this is still part of Durham University. Really enjoyable visit!

Durham Castle is a very beautiful small castle. The key difference from typical historical landmarks is that it also serves as a university college—many students live here, and staff work on-site. This means that, on one hand, the tours are limited in time and access to the locations where visitors are allowed (really a few in comparison to overall premises). On the other hand, it is uncomfortable for students when a group of lingering tourists walk in their home, sometimes enters the dining hall (a large, beautiful space) at the beginning of dinner, walking around and taking photos. Since there are only a few tours each day, it is definitely advisable to book in advance online, especially during holiday seasons, school breaks, and weekends.

My family and I attended a live dinosaur production, and we all thoroughly enjoyed it. The children were captivated, and the show was the perfect length to maintain their interest. I highly recommend seeing this show.

Beautiful venue with parking right underneath, fantastic prices & top comedians from around the country 10 out 10, was Jack Dee tonight 👏😂

A great place to go to see films at the cinema and theatre productions. We went to see the 50th Anniversary showing of Jaws and had a great time. Car park is right next to it, which make's it easier if you are driving there.

They messed with the sound during the interval at the comedy club. I couldn't understand a word of the last two acts while sat up in the balcony, which kind of ruined my birthday treat. The bar is reasonably priced and staff are nice.

Great to have this kind of facility in the North East. We visit regularly for comedy or theatre shows, and most recently for TEDX. Staff always friendly and efficient. Seats are comfy and you're not squashed in like sardines as you find in some auditorium. Parking is plentiful close-by too. My only negative is that they need a bigger bar area/capacity to deal with large numbers of people during intervals as there is always a queue.

Visited the theatre many times now. Every time is a pleasant experience. Staff are friendly and very welcoming. I love the theatre and this one gives a very cosy vibe with great acoustics for any show. We will be back for panto!

Nice theatre. Just not very practical for people with disabilities. The disabled toilet was a long walk from the theatre and it was locked permanently which was not helpful. Apparently the key was at the vmain reception but this was not clearly advertised.

Called in on Sunday afternoon, It was a little quiet as I think people were turning out later for the England game . The lad serving behind he bar was friendly and welcoming. What impressed me was the decor ,it was done out very nicely.

Came in here due to big jug been closed and I can honestly say I will never call again. What a good pub ruined by students/kids! The toilets are disgusting. Toilet seats hanging off, no toilet roll and the toilets are flooded. Pure disgusting and it's only 8.15pm before the busy time!

Although it's a great pub. It's a pity that, appart from Guinness, only had IPA and golden beers. There should get a beer like the Ruby Hobgoblin shown on photo and a bitter in.

Very friendly staff they have a great selection of beers and spirits.It is a dog friendly pub but best not to take in a dog after 6pm Friday to Sunday as it gets busy

super comfy inside, outside seating spacious and cute, lovely service and cheap pool table

Really lively and nice pub. Sold Heineken 0.0 which I was happy about. Good prices too. Staff seems to really enjoy working there as they were dancing and laughing with one another which was nice to see. Recommended pub for a good night out.

Such a lovely unique bar with a vibrant atmosphere. The frozen mango daq was delicious and perfect in the 28 degree heat! The service was quick and very friendly, will definitely be back.

Great atmosphere and food. We went for Happy Hour with 2 for 1 cocktails which were lovely and went down well! Food was so good and flavourful. They were afraid of spice which is great for us! Gluten free and dairy free options available. Loved the Dominoes on the table and the view from the restaurant. Would recommend!

Just had a fantastic meal at Turtle Bay…. Curry Goat and Festival dumplings. I highly recommend them both. Nat who waited on me, was super friendly and made me feel very welcome….a table for can sometimes makes one feel incredibly uncomfortable. A big shout out to Nat and the chef!!! Thank you again.

Natalie gave fantastic service, bright personality & very helpful! Fast & efficient service! Cocktails were amazing nice & relaxed atmosphere! Food was superb will defiantly call again! Thanks for making it a time to remember with my sister 😁❤️

Made to feel welcome from the very beginning. Great service from Natalie. Good choice of food, we both had the Curry Goat - one with rice and the other with smashed fries - which was delicious. Lovely extra with Dominoes to play at the table. Thanks for a very relaxed enjoyable evening.

First time going to this little place in Durham and could not be more happier! The food was in perfect potions and the spice kick was incredible (they ask you for spice beforehand which I think is top notch) the food was amazingly tasty and I would recommend it to anyone! Thank you Natalie our server !

Absolutely lovely time with my other half on 24th May. Zina was so pleasant, attentive and thorough. Food was gorgeous, plenty of drinks on bottomless brunch, great value. We will be back. 5* service Zina

Overall excellent. Food was great. Our server Antonia was friendly and accommodating for birthday celebrations! Really great time.

Chloe is a knowledgeable , friendly and fabulous host to my aromatherapy workshops I run from here. She’s very knowledgeable re all she sells , plus food and coffees are amazing. I’d definitely recommend a visit 🌼🌸

I attended Chloe’s first Field and Fodder day retreat and it was phenomenal! The whole day was so well organised that transitions were seamless and the activities flowed beautifully. Every activity was different but amazing and was a pleasure to be a part of. The yoga with Tal was brilliant, the aromatherapy session was led by Ann who was so knowledgeable and Chloe’s sound bath was simply magical! I can’t wait to book onto the next one, I just know it’ll be a little oasis of calm in the manic Christmas build up! Well done Chloe, you should be so proud of the amazing day you created!

I contacted thes guys to put together a mother's Day box for my wife. My wife already buys an occasional box of goodies from here and I know how much she loves them every time. This place sells a lot of unique and tasty items, they do deliver also which is handy. (Not sure if they have a maximum mileage range for delivery though as an lot of items need to remain fresh. The lady who I spoke to via messenger was keen to help me choose what was right for my wife as she is familiar with what she likes, so the gift was a big hit. Would thoroughly recommend anyone to visit this little shop or order online.

Lovely place. Perfect for a spot of lunch and a glass of wine. Love all the foodie products for sale too, right up my street. Highly recommend. Will definitely be back to sample some of the cakes

What an amazing place to visit! Chloe is so welcoming and has so much knowledge of her products that celebrate local small businesses. There’s such a wide range of fresh produce, sauces, chocolate, books, gifts and toys. Oh and I never leave without a bag of fudge! Highly recommended for a visit.

Wow wow wow, fantastic shop! Always so nice to meet someone passionate for artisan food and the service is so friendly. Highly recommend :) Free parking Bonus!

Lovely little gem. Local produce, friendly helpful staff. Bought, honey, spelt flour, coffee, raw Sauerkraut, handmade soap. All local, all excellent

Waited nearly 50 minutes for food, place was cold, wobbly table with beer mats lying everywhere trying to prop it up. Music played one song then went off for 5 minutes each time, but don't worry cos the kitchen had the rave on. Left without actually eating cos we got to 40 mins, asked if it was going to be much longer and she came to check what number table were - went back to kitchen and said 10 minutes cos they got so many walk ins they weren't prepared. There was 3 tables in. If someone had came over again to ask if we wanted drinks/explained the situation we would have waited. Just all round bad experience.

We had our tea at the bay horse on 26th july and enjoyed it very much . We didnt wait long for food and was hot and good portion size . I had fish and chips and my partner had 10 oz rump steak which was cooked spot on by the cook /chef . I also had the vanilla and chocolate cheesecake also lovely . Atmosphere and staff were friendly so will be back soon to try other meals on menu .

Excellent food - fresh, well prepared and in generous portions - served in a friendly and professional manner. The best hand cut and home cooked fat chips that I can remember, served with a brilliant burger and battered cod, while the steak and ale pie was a slab of satisfaction. All in a lovely spot set high over Durham.

Great little place . Food was very good . Staff were exallant. Would definitely recomend.

Was here for bottomless brunch ,was 18 of us and this was their 1st time .All the staff were great and friendly and had lots of patience with 18 rowdy women ! The food was good .The cocktails were really nice and were not made up from cheap makes ,and had all fresh ingredients in (pineapple,mint etc) .The Pina Colada was gorgeous .At no point during the two hours were we without a drink . Would go back again had a really good time .Well done to the staff yous done a really good job .

The food was excellent, and highly recommended. It's great to have such a lovely, friendly local pub. The staff were great nothing was too much trouble and really efficient. Dad and I loved it, and we will definitely be back again.

Ordered a large Sunday lunch. With a trio of meats and received this. Can anyone see 3 meats?

AVOID!!! What a shame, having stayed previously we wanted to give return business to this pub. Arrived and welcomed given key to room. That was the only thing good about our experience. The bedroom we were in was a family room which had seen better days, the mattress on the double bed was broken. We requested a non smoking room but might as well have not bothered because the amount of smoke in the corridor that then came into the room was constant. Bathroom was OK but very tired. The kitchenette should be condemned. Two fridges to use but not cleaned, when we stayed their was old mouldy food in both and they were just generally dirty. Music from the bar was loud as they have changed into a sports bar which they do not list on online booking platforms. I don't expect glamour for the cost we paid but I do expect a response from the owner. Sadly they have IGNORED all my emails as well as all the calls from the booking site to discuss our stay. Such a shame

I'm currently staying for a evening as I have work in the local area. Warmly greeted and shown to my room. Room is splendid, towels and shampoos etc left and most importantly, to me, clean as a whistle! Just had some food, a southern fried halloumi burger and salt and pepper chips to be precise, I must say that it was one hundred percent the best pub burger I have had EVER (and I've been in a plethora of them!). Drinks are reasonably priced and taste excellent. Currently awaiting sticky toffee pudding. 💯 reccomend for anyone, whether it be a pint, a meal or a overnight stay! If I could give it ten stars I would.

I booked here a room for two nights. For the very modest price the room was surprisingly nice and the bed excellent. The only drawback is the music from the bar whose basses can hammer until well after midnight and the walls are thin. But otherwise highly recommended, parking is included and a bus stop just around the corner.

Accommodation is nice and food is perfect. It is worth mentioning that a kind staff (or owner probably) of this pub send my heavy luggage by his own vehicle to my college for free. It just made that day special and bright.

Great food, good staff. Only drops a star due to atmosphere due to lack of customers. Will definitely be back.

Thank you to all the staff we had a great day. Food was excellent. Thank you for looking after us all

Lovely food, and the bloke behind the bar is chatty and polite