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You’ll be spoilt for choice when it’s time to refuel during your visit. Tuck into a hearty lunch by the roaring fire in a country pub or dine out in style at award-winning countryside eateries.
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Bar
Barnard Castle
The cosy and intimate Dickens Bar is a lovely place to enjoy a drink at The Morritt, whether a traditional cask ale or an aperitif before dinner.
Restaurant
Blanchland
Once upon a time a 12th Century Abbot's Priory, The Lord Crewe Arms of today is humble, honest and never overstated. This is the kind of food that will make you think ‘I really must do this more often’.
Café
Bishop Auckland
Come and enjoy a hearty breakfast, special of the day or our delicious home-made cakes & bakes whilst enjoying the beautiful countryside views from our enclosed wooden decking area. Relax and catch-up with friends or family over an Afternoon Tea…
Restaurant
Crook
We look forward to welcoming you to our beautiful, new surroundings, whether you’re staying in the hotel, having a meal in our restaurant or just a quiet drink in the bar.
Pub/Inn
Fir Tree
Offering: A Collection Service
A warm welcome awaits you at the Duke of York. A great place to eat and drink. Enjoy a relaxing atmosphere with great service.
Restaurant
Barnard Castle
Traditionally a venue for fine dining, Gilroy's restaurant features the very best in local and continental produce and is open 7 days a week.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Darlington
Join us for a delicious lunch at The Vinery, where we proudly present handcrafted dishes and treats inspired or sourced from the beautiful Raby Estate.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Barningham
Offering: A Delivery Service
Discover the "Hidden Gem of the Dale" and take a step back in time at Coghlans Tearoom. A classical tea room serving delicious handmade cakes, light lunches, toasted sandwiches, and full afternoon tea, using Coghlans…
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Cowshill
The café offers a wonderful menu with a choice of home-made soups, sandwiches, scones, cakes and lots more. Ingredients are organic or locally sourced where possible.
Restaurant
Romaldkirk, Barnard Castle
The award winning food reflects seasonal and local ingredients and can be enjoyed in either the charming Oak Panelled restaurant or more informally in the characterful bar. There is also an excellent selection of wines from around the world as well…
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Hamsterley Forest
The friendly tearoom offers a range of homemade cakes and light snacks including freshly prepared sandwiches, soup, jackets and pasties and ice cream kiosk.
Pub/Inn
Barnard Castle
Offering: A Collection Service
Welcome to The Old Well Inn a traditional 18th Century Pub/Restaurant and award-winning CAMRA Good Beer Guide.
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Newbiggin
The café offers both hot and cold drinks as well as a variety of hot and cold food. Vegetarian and gluten free options are available.
Restaurant
Barnard Castle
The Smithy is our magnificent bar and restaurant space at Runa Farm. Menus at The Smithy have a true field to fork focus that centres around the use of high-quality, locally grown produce with dishes that switch with the seasons. As such, we invite…
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Stanhope
A warm welcome awaits at our 75-seater, accessible for all, tearoom. Providing an extensive menu of homemade hot and cold meals, speciality teas and coffees, irresistible home baking and traditional Sunday lunches, served in a relaxing environment.
Restaurant
Barnard Castle
We serve locally-sourced and exceptionally tasty food all day, from breakfast, light bites and lunch through to indulgent evening meals. And The High Force Hotel is an elegant yet wonderfully relaxed setting, with open fires and plenty of rustic…
Tea Room/Coffee Shop
Barnard Castle
Offering: A Collection Service
Clarendon's is a traditional Tearoom with a contemporary twist. Local produce is always on the menu and all cuisine is freshly prepared, home-made and delicious!
Restaurant
Newton Aycliffe
Our 1744 Restaurant here at Redworth Hall Hotel is situated in the heart of the hotel, serving exquisite dishes in lovely surroundings.
Café
Barnard Castle
With Cafe Bowes' spacious dining room and wonderful views over the gardens and countryside you can relax, unwind and enjoy the delights of the menu.
Restaurant
West Auckland
Our bright and contemporary restaurant is a great place to gather for a family dinner, a business lunch or an intimate dinner. Our restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout the day.
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