Whether you are religious or not, Durham Cathedral has something for you. Beautiful architecture, movie history (some of Harry Potter was filmed here), medieval carvings etc. it’s lovely to see and brilliant that it is being restored and maintained so well. I visited during December 2021 as part of the Durham Lumiere and it was wonderfully lit up on the outside. My visit this week was to refresh myself on the beauty of the inside and it did not disappoint. I didn’t indulge in the cafe but there were plenty of seats and tables that were nicely already out and the prices seemed reasonable. You can take guided tours and visit the tower too. There are numerous staff/guides to help and inform you but if anything, there are so many at times I felt a bit watched! This filters into a criticism. The Cathedrals admission is free but you are encouraged to donate (they recommend £5). There are numerous payment points but the one I didn’t like was the desk where they took payment, and people weren’t able to donate or students with no money seemed to cringe past through the barrier system trying not to make eye contact! Having already donated cash into one of the boxes early on my visit, I had to wait my turn behind a queue of tourists making donations and kind of edge past them. I really think this could be made less intimidating for visitors.

Wonderful cathedral located in the centre of the city on high ground. The tower is magnificent and the 300+ steps to the top rewards you with superb views of the city and surrounding area. Also the Hidden Treasures museum is well worth a visit.

Very impressive building. Coffee shop, gift shop. Free to walk around inside just made a donation. You can also book to go up the towers for a small fee, maybe next time I visit I'd like to give that a go

We visited Durham for the day. We climbed the cathedral Tower & took some beautiful photos. The weather was amazing, giving us stunning views. We had a lovely scone, jam & cream at a little cafe called Cafe Dal, just down from the cathedral. Very friendly owner, it is obviously popular as people were queuing, but it's worth the wait. All the cakes are homemade 😋.

Worth visiting place. Magnificent well preserved cathedral. Once Was a shoot spot for several movies ( including few parts of Harry Potter ). Also there are few interesting old graves in front of the cathedral. Entry is Free but donations is advisable ( to support maintenance), also you can get some tour on payment basement.

Very beautiful views at night during the lights festival. The cathedral is really very ancient and historical with lot of engraved structures and carvings on the stone building walls. It is a fine example of ancient architecture and the creative calibre of the old artists. It should be preserved by the local authorities at all cost as it represents the history of Durham. Standing on the hilltop with excellent views from the riverside, it is one of the most beautiful monuments of the northeast. It is very near to the Durham city centre and car parking can be found at the Prince Bishop's car park.

A must see for everyone, no matter their proclivity to religion. The architecture is amazing and fortunately this is still being looked after and the upkeep is ongoing and specialist skills are being retained. The volunteers are very welcoming and were very knowledgeable when asked questions. The roof top visit is a must for those not acrophobic. The views are incredible but the stairs will be a challenge for some.

Lots of history here. If you book a tour, you get a lot of information. There is also a museum linked to the cathedral. Nice to walk around the site. Harry Potter 1 & 2 were filmed here too. Harry Potter tours can be booked.

We did the roof top tour and it was great - really interesting. Not sure how one gets to do this as a member of the public though, ours was specially arranged. On a clear day the views are amazing from the roof, and the tower visits are open to anyone who can manage the climb! (And Harry Potter movie fans will spot several familiar locations in the cloisters and chapter house.)

Great place to visit. Great architecture. Its free although they try their best to get a £5 per person donation out of you! Well worth an hour wandering around taking it all in.

A glorious space with a fascinating history. Extremely helpful volunteers to answer questions and guide your visit. The 300+ steps up to the roof of the central tower are well worth climbing!

A lovely Cathedral to visit, amazing art work and artifacts. A £5 donation gesture. But, be mindful that it's extra to go into the Tower and art gallery which will set you back £7.50 for each entrance. Overall a lovely few hours spent and the cafe was nice, too. My wife enjoyed the walnut and coffee cake. Would recommend it if in the area.

This was our second visit to this stunning Cathedral. It's so beautiful and lots and lots to see. It's been used in some movies too. There's a cafe (can get very busy) and toilets. It was very busy the day we visited as it was Easter Weekend but it wasn't overwhelming and it didn't spoil our visit. I'm limiting my photo posts so as not to spoil it for anyone.

Phenomenal. Breathtaking. Spiritual. Spectacular. So much to see. The cathedral is free to enter however donations are voluntary (they help so if you can please do). Wheelchair friendly. On the grounds of the cathedral is a car park for blue badge holders only. There is public bathrooms. Old surrounding buildings including library, museum and Castle (£5 entrance for tour one every 30min). The cathedral hosts daily services as well as evening prayer. The cathedral is at the top of the hill. It is a fair incline. Lovely walk up to the church passing Lovely shops, restaurants and coffee shops along the way. Great place for all ages. Phenomenal history. Can spend anywhere for 30min to a few hours here.

Lovely Cathedral it was quiet when we walked round but it was New Year's Eve and Durham itself isn't busy. I'm guessing that's down to fears of omicron. Well worth the suggested donation.

Amazing pieces of history and to just walk around this whole place is just mesmerizing, getting to see all the artifacts and knowing a few movies where filmed here make it that much more special. Really enjoyed the time here with the family and exploring.

Simply amazing and spectacular on all fronts. From stunning architecture that makes you think how on earth they built the cathedral, to stunning stained glass windows and Harry Potter staring cloisters. You have to find to time to visit.

Beautiful Cathedral, inside and out with fascinating history. The cathedral has many volunteer local historians who, when available can provide fascinating insights into history of the Cathedral and its construction. Cafe is good and toilet facilities well maintained.

Its a beautiful cathedral. No ticket fee but one can donate if you like so. The structure itself is 1000+ years old and find many tombs inside the cathedral. One of the most spectacular thing and must see is the musical organ. Also movies like harry potter, snow white and the huntsman & endgame took locations from the cathedral.

Beautiful and splendid cathedral. Durham cathedral is full of history, and was built in the 11th century. It’s the most typical Norman cathedral in England. The space inside the cathedral is large, and there is a huge model of the earth hanging in the middle of the cathedral. It also includes a courtyard surrounded by corridors and was used as a filming place for the Harry Potter movies.

Durham is an amazing cathedral. Easily one of the most impressive in the country. We paid to climb the tower. It was £7.50 each and well worth it. We'll be visiting again

Great to visit. Museum well worth the £7.50 p/p. Lots of interesting things to see. Look for the stone mason marks on the limestone bricks.

What a beautiful place to visit. So much to see in the Cathedral. Amazing architecture, carved wood everywhere I looked. Please if you visit don't forget to look up. The bats had been distributed by the storm a few days earlier and they were flying around the cloisters I couldn't believe how many people hadn't noticed them. There are on this video.

Captivated by this building and it's history. So grateful I knew so little about it before my visit. I was totally unprepared for the impact it would have on me. You have to go to this place, it is an unmissable building if you are are resident or visitor to the uk. Thanks to all the wonderful, friendly and enthusiastic guides, particularly the young man by the huge doors who explained so much about the building's use and architecture, and monasteries in general. Entry is free but please leave a healthy donation if you can. Please note that if you want to visit the castle that it is a university and as such has specific times for guided tours. Although don't let that stop you going to the cathedral if you can't make the castle opening times!

Amazing place to visit. No charge for entry but there is a suggested donation. You can also book on to go to the top of the main tower. Massive cathedral, full of history with so much to see inside.

We only had time for a flying visit today but made sure that we got up to Durham Cathedral. As a building it is very striking, standing above much of the city; inside the stonework is so beautiful and the stained glass is breathtaking. Whilst you are exploring the surrounding ding areas see if you can find the medieval pilgrims route upto the Cathedral as we did. It is marked, but you’ll have to look closely! See the photos for a clue.

This place is absolutely stunning and so magical. It really is a must-see for any Potterhead as Philosophers Stone and Chamber Of Secrets were filmed here in parts. It was also used in Avengers End Game. There are no words to describe how beautiful the exquisite architecture is, and there is plenty to explore. The walk-up to the Cathedral is very steep, but there is a bus from the City Centre that drops you right outside. The staff are all volunteers who are incredibly friendly and welcoming and full of stories about the many features inside the building. There is a lovely cafe and shop inside which is well worth a visit too 😀 It is free to visit but donations are welcomed and you have the opportunity to purchase a candle to light for £1. You can film inside the building but no flash photography.

One of the most beloved and monumental cathedrals in all of England. As an American I am constantly in awe of the sheer variety of immense and majestic buildings here that exist in the United Kingdom. Yet even in that tradition, Durham cathedral is quite special, particularly because of the combination of Gothic and romanesc architectural styles. Heavy and solemn arches inside the nave contrast with soaring vaulted ceilings that represent some of the first experimentations with what would become the early Gothic style. Even if you are not an architectural obsessive or a person who finds serenity in being relieved from the myopia of routine through absorbed into the mystical vastness represented by ancient cathedrals, I still greatly recommend coming here. The museum is unpretentious and quite informative, depicting the lives of the monks who lived here before the Reformation, and I also highly recommend the elegantly serene cloisters that are striking enough that movies like Harry Potter were filmed here.

Being my first time at a cathedral, this experience certainly sets a high standard for future cathedral visits. The details in the sculpting and crafting of this edifice is magnificent. Spent about 4hrs touring this venue and just couldn't get enough. I'd say go there for yourself and find out how fascinating this cathedral is- so much history too!

Lovely Cathedral with a great history of Church of England. Lovely organ. The service was excellent with great memories of Anglican Communion. Proudly Anglican

Truly beautiful and absolutely worth a visit. I was not aware that the Venerable Bede was buried there (as well as St Cuthbert). I will definitely come back for another visit.

A marvellous historical place hold the history of 1000-2000 years ago. Wonderful architectural design. Graves of people from history nearly 2000 years ago infront of cathedral . Historical place must visit. Peaceful quit and clam . Secure

Nice castle set in a bend in the river at the heart of Durham. Sadly most of the castle is student residences so only part of the castle can be viewed and only on the official tour. It was still worth the money for the parts you do see and the informative guide.

It was free entry for the day when we visited, our first time. We had our two grandsons with us, one of whom is studying history and the other likes history too. The guides in each room were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and informative. A fascinating visit.

It brings Harry Potter back in memory, good place to spend time. While going the castle bit of walk is needed in case not using Cab but otherwise fine. Pleasure to visit this place during my visit to Durham

Guided tour is only option but was informative. Book ahead as they have limited numbers. Looks bigger than it is but worth seeing. Interesting to see a castle used for modern day purposes I.e uni accommodation and dining hall.

You can visit with guide there. This castle is really beautiful.

Durham Castle is a Norman castle in the city of Durham, England, which has been fully occupied since 1840 by University College, Durham. It is open to the general public, but only through guided tours, since it is working as a work building and houses more than 300 students. The castle sits on top of a hill above the River Wear on the Durham Peninsula, opposite Durham Cathedral. The feeling of being in a historic place and at the same time full of life was fantastic.

It’s a wonderful historical well looked after site… it’s worth a visit. You pay a 5 pound tour with a tour guide… ours was a Masters student who was truly very knowledgable and was able to answer all my questions…the tour was so interesting! Go for it! It’s worth a visit

booked the castle tour easily from the visitor centre, the tour guide was really informative on the history of how the castle was formed and reformed by various other people 👍🏻 felt like a very interesting history lesson through the times, seeing how different parts were added to the castle for its different purpose over time definitely worth putting on your visit list ✅

What a great visit, very interesting castle and such good value (£5 per adult ticket)! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and it's got a lot of interesting history. Recommend visiting, just a heads up though you need to buy a ticket as it's only visitable through a tour as it's lived in by the students!

Fantastic tour. The guides were friendly and very knowledgeable. Tour takes about an hour and costs £10 well worth it!

We had a 45 minute guided tour of the castle which is part of the University. The castle is 950 years old. It has been added to over time. It was a gun informative guided walk on a well used castle. We really enjoyed it.

The cathedral is the main attraction, but if you have time, I recommend taking a tour of this stately mediaeval castle. It is a picturesque structure on a hilltop, seeming to stare across the lush green wilds that surround Durham. I recommend arriving here in the morning before the swarms of crowds, which do not practically impair the capacity to visit the castle but do diminish its picturesque qualities. There is something secret and solitary about this castle, this relic of a vanished world, that greatly benefits from being seen in relative isolation. Even if you do not have the opportunity or the inclination to take a full tour through this Castle, which is the only way it can be seen from the inside, I highly recommend walking around Durham in the early morning and looking at the form of the castle on the hill looming with grandeur and majesty over the city.

Great tour, very interesting and informative. Lovely castle

castle tour will cost you 5 pounds for an hour. Don’t need to prebook. you can choose a slot and then book your tour in front of the castle entrance.Please bring student ID to get discount.

The castle is worth to visit, but noted that not all rooms are available for public visitors, because this castle is used as student accommodation, so only guided tour provided. There are 6 zones to visit, including the entry gate, several chapels and the great hall. The student guide was really friendly and patient, shared many knowledge about the history of castle. Strongly recommend to visit when the weather is good.

It's on a guided tour basis but still £5 is the entry free for such a beautiful castle with a guide tour which lasts for 45mins and gets your access to some parts of the castle :)

I wasn’t expecting the castle to be owned/managed by the University and couldn’t understand why all the websites linked back to the university but that explains it! I had a guided tour by Katy who was very knowledgeable and easy to talk to. She explained the rooms, the university use of the halls etc very well. The castle was unlike most castles I’ve visited previously. Less about armour and keeping villagers safe, more about the reformation and uni students. What a gorgeous place to have as your halls! Definitely book tickets days in advance. I only had the choice of one tour (at 16.15) on the day of my booking. About 25 people per tour.

We had booked a guided tour of the castle which lasts around an hour. You get enough time to explore the castle and take pictures. I found it fascinating that the castle is also a student accommodation. The tour guide was very friendly and had good knowledge about the castle. The guided tour costs £5 (you can ask for student discount).

Fantastic museum with exciting asian and oriental collection.we all including kids loved it. They also have a little treasure hunt challenge for kids to keep them occupied and learn in that process. This museum is well kept and friendly staff too.

Superb museum, well worth a visit. Excellent collections of Oriental, Egyptian, Middle Eastern and Indian art and artefacts. They are the best and most representative collections of any UK museum except the British Museum, IMHO. The displays are well laid out, with just the right amount of information. There is comfortable seating, to rest or to contemplate your favourite piece. The staff are helpful and friendly. It's free to enter, too.

Durham's Oriental Museum is a fascinating place to delve into the cultural heritage of distant lands such as China, Korea and Japan. Artefacts from Ancient Egypt are also displayed. It's a great place to while away a rainy or cold day while viewing objects spanning centuries and, geographically, thousands of miles. It's worth being aware that parking directly outside of the museum is limited.

Small specialist Museum on multiple floors but with lifts. Covers Asian artifacts, including Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indian and Eyptian art plus many more. There are seating areas all over the museum. There is a floor guide. I thought the collection was well signposted internally. There is a small area for self service hot drinks and snacks such as chocolate bars. There is a small shop. The Museum can be tricky to find as it is on the University campus. Use Google maps or similar to locate. It has school facilities. There is some car parking and can be accessed by public transport.

We had a great time celebrating New Lunar Year. Good range of activities for kids, little ones and older ones too. There is a lot of good range of exhibitions and a lovely little shop with some great goodies to take home. Will be back

A really exciting museum layered at different literal depths for different cultures The current Japanese woodblock print exhibition is thrilling but children will like the Mummies and the Chinese dragons.

Fantastic day out! My two boys loved the information areas and we like to explore history whilst making memories, which this was perfect for. The Egyptian room was fantastic as was the other areas within the museum. My youngest was given the chance to make a lattern to, which he enjoed. All staff were polite and welcoming. Highly recommend visiting.

Great day out with the kids. We spent the whole day here partaking in activities and reading all the information on all the fantastic artifacts. Kids really enjoyed the playmobile toys and the colouring. Bring a sandwich!

Interesting and authentic place to visit, a lot of very old exhibits and modern exhibits with a twist that are based on history and culture. Opportunities to dress in the clothing of the exhibits and interactive activities too. Large print guide to the museum was available which I think was a very nice touch. Gift shop is lovely and very reasonably priced, also this place is FREE entry so a little donation in the box is well deserved

A fantastic free museum for all the family to visit. The staff were very friendly and welcoming although the parking is very limited. There's often free activities available for kids and adults to take part in between 1pm and 3pm. The Ancient Egyptian part of the museum is extremely interesting for all ages, it's amazing to see how well preserved a lot of the things are. The gift shop is also very reasonably priced as well as the drinks and confectionery. A great place to visit to kill a couple of hours!

Absolutely amazing experience! Best museum in Durham. Can’t believe I just found this place(because it is quite remote). I love their collections of Chinese and Japanese ornaments and furnitures especially. They also have amazingly good postcards. Highly recommend it!

This was my first visit with family to the museum excellent things to see the Egyptian part was worth visiting as we're other parts I liked the history of Egypt entry is free

Free to get in but can leave a donation. A great day out for all ages. Very friendly staff. Also, there are some interactive areas for kids. If you find the time, go and check this place out. Limited parking spaces. Would recommend.

Nice little place and very interesting. Free entry. I was worried the kids would get bored but there are kids areas on each floor for drawing and dressing up etc. They also gave the kids activity sheets to work through on each level. It means you're able to walk about and look at the displays while the kids are still visible but kept entertained. There is a special display about Hiroshima at the minute which is very emotive. The graphic parts are kept in a curtained off room so kids can't see it. There's a little cafe area with drinks and a gift shop. There are stairs to each level but there's also lift access. The car park is very small but I think there's also an overflow. Staff were lovely and friendly.

Lovely place to wander through , a bit uphill in places but also lots of seats to rest on! There's plenty to see and they offer puzzle sheets / hunts for children to do. Cafe and gift shop with nice seating area both indoors and outside.

What a hidden gem. From arriving the staff were really friendly and helpful. We didn't have the nicest weather but that didn't dampen our spirits. The garden is immaculate, great for any ages. We wandered for around 2 hours. If the weather had been nicer or warmer we would have stayed much longer. There's plenty seating dotted around to enjoy the sights.

Stunning, didn't complete the whole forty gardens. Plenty of benches to sit and reflex the scenery. Can't wait to go back in a couple of months for flowers to come out. Ideal for picnic, little cafe which sells tea, coffee, sandwiches and cakes.

Gorgeous collection of plants and trees, easy walking trails, very well laid out. You find a map at every corner, so you can’t get lost. At £4 per person, this is fantastic value. Family friendly walking, fresh air and educational. Parking, cafe and lots of outdoor seating options.

Beautiful gardens to visit. The staff were lovely and friendly, there's easy access too, we paid for an annual ticket as we'd love to keep popping back as the seasons change. Everything is so well looked after. Well worth the visit.

I visited the gardens one wet and windy afternoon, taking someone I am carer for. We had difficulty in accessing the entrance because someone we work with gave us the wrong postcode (for the park and ride car park behind the gardens). The entrance to the gardens there was closed but on pressing the intercom, someone let us in. We went to the pay desk which I'd also the cafe and the staff there were lovely. The weather was awful so we enjoyed tea and teacakes first. Nice little cafe area with plenty of seating. The staff were very kind to the young girl we had took who has additional needs. The gardens themselves will be lovely in Warner weather and there is plenty to see. Sculptures, bamboo groves, tropical greenhouse etc. We will be back.

It's been a long time since we've been here. But from the lovely daffs by the entrance and the trees all around it was a lovely, spring walk. Sights, sounds and smells fresh and calming. Tulips starting to come out, blossoms fading and still to come, primroses and much more to enjoy. The white of the silver birch bark was eerily beautiful. Birds singing. A great time.

Beautiful any time of the year! A gorgeous place for a stroll and watching the wildlife. Also wonderful for small children, lots of places to hide and have wholesome fun in. The cafe is lovely, soup and a roll on a cold day is gorgeous, as is a sandwich on the veranda in the sunshine! One of my favourite places.

Smashingly place to visit. Great gardens to wander through. Lots of interesting parts such as the indoor bits with fish and cacti. Very reasonably priced too. And a canny little cafe too.

Annual chick hunt is one of the highlights of our year! It's a lovely walk, loads to see and the cafe is gorgeous. Staff are also always super pleasant and friendly.

Only had time for a short vist this Saturday 23/3 but really enjoyed the clever arrangements of flowers ( mainly tulips and daffodils ) and the marvellous cacti in the hot house. I didn't expect to find many staff on duty today so had to guess which examples of great horticultural work had been created by my friend Claire Pragnell. She proudly told me that she had dedicated more than 20 years' service to the Gardens and that she was the only person flying the flag for females ! Well done Claire ! ..... Was it really necessary however for you to donate some of your work boots for one of the displays ?!! ..... ( see enclosed photos). Best wishes ELLIS COXON.

This is such a fantastic place to visit with all the family. The staff were all very helpful on arrival we were given a map of the gardens and also informed about all the facilities on site. There is something for everyone and the children will love exploring the gardens, following the trails. There is so much to see and it’s really very good value price wise. There is a nice cafe and plenty of seating areas around the gardens great place for a picnic or just if you need a rest you can sit and take in the beautiful surroundings.

Absolutely amazing walk around this beautiful place! Plus enjoyed a lovely lunch at the cafe. Will definitely be returning

A university botanical gardens with many different areas that focus on different climates, some in green houses and some outside. Cheap entry ticket prices. We took a wheelchair and had some difficulties doing all the walking trails due to the steep paths (Durham is hilly) especially beyond the fungi arch which is not good for wheelchairs. The café served tasty cream tea and cakes and had friendly staff. Great place to let your children round around.

Lovely place for a peaceful walk. First daffodils are out 😍🌺 June Update: it's magical here with all the flowers out. If you can, come and have a walk. There is a lovely cafe serving light lunch and great cakes plus ice creams. You can get an annual membership to Friends of the Garden and come anytime you want. Love it here.

I was staying in Durham and whist there I could not miss paying a visit here. It is my first visit and one I will no doubt return back to at different times of the year. The gardens are beautiful... lots of different areas/rooms with plenty to see in each including a walled garden, a maze, orchard, pools with many seating areas to admire the views. It is a little gem of a place and well worth a visit.

Lovely site I was so glad to have come across. 10-15 minutes or less walk from Durham centre city. We got there near closing time but I would have easily spent hours here! Absolutely beautiful gardens and so glad that I can access it with the National Trust. Beautiful place for a venue also, and kid-friendly areas.

Our first ever visit . Recently acquired by the National Trust. The spring buds were just starting to emerge in the gardens, with lots of daffodils about. A pleasant walk around the various gardens with a view of the cathedral. We'll be back again to experience it in full bloom. The medieval hall is a beautiful piece of architecture and info boards give lots of history on the site. The on site cafe had a good selection of food and the coffee was great. Well recommended.

Delightful place the gardens were small themed and all followed into one another. Weddings are held there and i can see why because there are so many places for photo shoots. We were here in feb but there were still many plants flowering . The white and silver garden was full of snowdrops. I really liked that every part of the gardens had benches or seats so you could sit and enjoy the plants. The resident cat came round with us. The teashop is worth a visit even when the gardens are closed. Reasonably priced we had tea and cake but they also do breakfasts and lunches and lightbites. Would love to come back later in the year for a different take on the garden.

Free parking for national trust members. Cafe with delicious cafe , snacks, cakes, Friendly staff. Beautiful views from garden to the Durham cathedral. Lots of fruits, vegetables and plant's to show kids. Lovely paths with colourful plants, trees and shrubs, few small fountains😁 Definitely worth the money!!

I loved Crook Hall when Maggie and Keith had it, exploring the house as well as the gardens, and enjoying a relax in the lounge, with the fire blazing and reading the letters to the White Lady ghost. Obviously, I was gutted when it closed, but was super excited to see the National Trust had taken it on. Visited today and was a little disappointed that they still charged £8 entry, but you can no longer look around the house, apart from the medieval hall and there are no plans to restore the house to be more representative of it's era, and open to the public, but instead turn it into a holiday let. Such a shame that a once public place will be limited. Though I know the National Trust does lots of great work I still felt £8 was a little too steep an entry fee, versus what you now get at Crook Hall. I think £6 would have been more fair, but that's just my opinion and I was informed the money goes towards an ongoing green corridor project, which sounds a good project. Must have caught the cafe on a low stock day, due to the coronation, as cake selection was unappealing, compared to before. Cookies, brownies and flapjack. No nice sliced big cakes. 😕 Ended up going elsewhere for cake and coffee. The lady working the reception was really friendly and informative though, as I'd expect of a National Trust place. The gardens were lovely and colourful, as I'd expected.

First time visiting Crook Hall with my National Trust Membership. On entry there’s a large car park, which is free for National Trust members. £3 for 3 hrs non members. The gardens are absolutely stunning and at this time (end of may), there is so much in Bloom. Beautiful mixture of ancient woodland, huge old trees, wildflowers and cultivated plants and flowers - all wonderfully maintained. Several gardeners on site keeping it all in check. There are kids areas, duck pond, vegetable garden (which was sadly closed today), the old medieval hall and a cafe. There are plenty of outdoor seats dotted all around the gardens and amble space for picnicking. All in all a lovely few hours spent. Pray for decent weather as it’s all outdoors!

2023 The entrance fee to non members is £10 per adult. Whilst the attraction is classed as hall and gardens, it is the gardens that are the main attraction. They are, even on a damp August day, very beautiful and well maintained. The Hall itself is mainly not open to the public, with only the mediaeval hall and minstrel gallery along with a servants corridor and one other room being accessible to visitors. The second hand book shop is in this additional room. The books are priced and you pay on the way out at the ticket office. Due to the steepness and uneven nature of many of the paths this attraction is not suitable for people with mobility problems. Dogs on leads are welcomed, there is an additional field in which dogs are allowed off lead.

A lovely little find on our visit to Durham. A short walk from the city centre over the river and you find this little haven. The Medieval Hall is small and doesn't take long to explore and the gardens aren't huge but enough for tired legs that have been walking the city and Cathedral all day. There's a little cafe and a fun maze to lose the kids in 😁

We bought a yearly family pass so no entry fees... car park on a Sunday is £1.40 all day so great place to visit. On a sunny day like today was great walking around... so so many different gardens with so great variety of flowers bushes and tress. I'm not into gardening but it's lovely to see how a space is transformed with hard work. 2 coffee shops to enjoy tea and cakes and also light bites. Definitely worth visiting if you are around that area. Every so often there are themes that you can enjoy and take part, the first time we went there were fairytail stories and treasure hunts etc, this time just had an art exhibition. Great place to visit and enjoy with your family.

13th of July 2022. The day when National Trust opened the Garden for public and Durham appeared on National Trust map! This medieval building added another reason to visit Durham. At the moment the house itself is still closed but you can visit the medieval hall. Not much but still quite interesting building. To me the garden is a real pearl! There is a couple of sections of this lovely garden. We have orchard full of apple trees, pond surrounded by trees, water plants and beautiful views of meadows and fields. Section with vegetables, berries and edibles is really well kept and impressive! Fantastic features everywhere not omitting this part of the garden. Small and bigger ornaments and statues are keeping you in "look for" mode. Great abundance of plants everywhere so no room for any single weed! Lovely planned paths with all shapes of benches here and there gives additional reason to stroll and soak in atmosphere and calmness of the place. The cathedral view is not something extraordinary but still nice as the best place for it is designed as kind of rock plants carpet. I love it! Coffee and cake available in the spotless café and fantastic staff members ready to help is a cherry on top!

Beautiful gardens that includes a maze. Great place for children. Hall itself is just 2 rooms. There's free parking if you're a member of National Trust, a cafe and toliets.

We spent any enjoyable morning here, starting with Coffee/Cake inside the Cafe and finishing off with Toasted Sandwiches/Cold Drinks for Lunch outside the Cafe - both of which were enjoyable. They loose one star because we asked at the Kiosk for a map but the only one he had was his, no other copies available! It may not be huge as gardens go but it is quite convoluted and unless you peer around every corner and through every gate, you will miss something. Please print more copies. There are some slopes involved but nothing too difficult. Def one for those who like “cottage style” gardens. Only really the old Medieval Hall available to look in but still worth reading the info they have displayed. N.T. have done well since taking it over in 2022 but could do with a bit better signage.

Gardens were beautiful all the spring bulbs are out, only small but well worth a visit. cafe was good, had gluten free sausage roll. Staff very friendly

Newly bought by national trust, house not yet open but established large gardens are a hidden gem in the heart of the city. The walled gardens are not to be missed. Good national trust coffee shop and free parking for members.

Beautiful gardens, looked after, mostly, by volunteers. Even at this late stage in the year, there was plenty of colour and a wide variety of plants. We had a warm welcome in the cafe, good coffee and I can recommend the cheese scones. It's a hidden gem in a busy city.

Wonderful collection of small themed gardens centred around a medieval and Jacobite house. The cathedral and castle are World Heritage sites but this is a gem not to be missed, just a ten minute walk from the Framwellgate Bridge. A good clean cafe and bookshop on site too.

Great place to explore with children on a dry and/or sunny day. Lovely gardens. Small buildings to explore. Cafe and plenty of toilets. Lovely bookshop and plenty of places to sit and read. We took our time and left after an hour. Not big, but beautiful.

Interesting grounds and a nice location. Visited here on a Friday morning and enjoyed a lovely walk around the gardens, complete with pretty spring beds, calm ponds, interesting vegetable plots and a wandering cat. The hedge maze is a fun addition but a few too many flies in early spring. The cafe was of a high standard, clean and friendly. The location was very convenient, being able to couple the visit with a quick trip into the town centre within the three hour parking window.

Fantastic little restaurant in the heart of Durham. The food is very fresh, well presented and very tasty. Great portion size too!

Great little independent restaurant, warm welcome, relaxed and friendly atmosphere and the food is delicious. Will definitely return.

This place is awesome! We had a delicious Mexican meal here and left stuffed! The build-a-taco plate was excellent and a lot of fun to eat. My husband really enjoyed his enchilada.

The Food was amazing, generous portions and accommodates vegan diets. The lady who served us (who I think was the owner) was bubbly and very attentive. We celebrated a birthday here and made it a wonderful suprise. I definitely recommend for any occasion or even just a meal out!

Great food , fab staff , defo recomend if you are Gluten free they are so clued up

Been many times good food, friendly service as always

Had the best meal here! Food was delicious and service friendly and relaxed.

Very good food and drink at a reasonable price. I highly recommend the Tia's rose. In fact, I loved all the starters that I had. My one issue (which I wish I had said something about) was that the glaze on my ribs (as part of the Texas 2 step) was burnt, making them inedible. However the rest of my meal was great. Friendly and efficient service too.

Great place to eat, would 10/10 reccomend. Great atmosphere staff and even better food, if you like Mexican this is the place to go. I'd highly reccomend the rose onion.

I still remember it as Rock'n'Amigos, but Tia's is essentially the same - delicious and good value Mexican food. Durham wouldn't be the same without it.

We ate here for a work event and can’t praise the quality of food and service enough. Absolute 5 star 🤌🏼

We booked to go in for a family meal but couldn’t due to one family member been ill. Tias kindly agreed to cancel our booking and provide a takeaway instead. They prepare a our food order in 15 mins. The food was delicious, the Mexican chicken and blackened Caribbean chicken was out of this world. BBQ ribs were also gorgeous. I will be going their again without a doubt. Highly recommended. Be mindful of parking in loading bays as parking attendants are over zealous and wouldn’t let me stop even too pick up my food.

I've spent years searching for good Mexican food in the UK, and this is the best I've found by far. We ordered a chimichanga and an enchilada, paired with strawberry margaritas. Mine was non-alcoholic and still hit the spot. The woman who served us was kind, welcoming and funny, we felt like she knew us immediately. We came in around 8 and stayed until close. I worried that we were staying too long but she never made us feel that way and made sure we were happy until we left. We loved this place so much, we want to go back tomorrow! Highly recommend to anyone in search of authentic, great quality tex mex with a casual and friendly atmosphere. Also - the desserts in my pictures are the toffee pie and the bailey's scoop. They were fantastic and perfect to round off the meal.

Great food, reasonably priced drinks. Vegan options are tasty. Amazing onion rings.

The menu is diverse & very tasty meals are served here. My wife had the Rack of Lamb which were served over ratatouille with mint yogurt. My son had the Beef Wellington & I had a vegetarian Smoked King Oyster Mushroom dish. We were all more than pleased with our meals. The setting is cool too, it’s in a 13th Bakery cellar. I highly recommend this restaurant.

A great find for Sunday roast! Good selection of beers, wine and cocktails. Lovely decor and nice atmosphere Staff were friendly and professional Sunday roast was delicious. Hugh Yorkshire pudding, Good quality meats and veg! Found the profiteroles a little dry but the sauce was delish

Amazing food, very reasonably priced for what it is. Great wine selection

The two/three course lunch deal here is such a good deal! You get effectively the same quality of really delicious, nicely plated food for a lower price. Would definitely recommend for a special occasion

First time visitors to The Cellar Door. We we were downstairs in a lovely stone room. All 8 of us had the Sunday dinner. Outstanding plate of food! Lamb was beautifully rare. Plenty of veg. The crowning glory was the biggest yorkie I've ever had!!

We love coming to Cellar Door on a Sunday to enjoy their Sunday Dinners. It’s such a treat, we enjoying visiting as a couple but also have invited family and friends who aren’t from the area to visit as the food and staff are brilliant. Gluten free options are available and the staff are knowledgeable in this area. As a Yorkshire lass, I can confidently say the Yorkshire puddings are amazing, bigger than your head but amazing! We have always booked our table in advance to avoid disappointment.

Friendly efficient service especially considering our group size but food flavours were a little basic. Definitely seemed to have gone for quantity over quality and made the courses sound far more complex than they were

Nice restaurant and decent food, we both had Beef Wellington at £30 each. The service was great, Sophie was very helpful and even gave us recommendations of where to visit on our stay. We were sat near a till and next to stairs so lots of people passing by which wasn't ideal. Only real gripe was paying £34 for a screw top bottle of red that was cold. I'd say its not too much to expect red wine at room temperature.... Overall would recommend

Outstanding A narrow door, off the street. Leads you down a set of old stairs, with the Cellar Door sign above the entrance. The first floor (downstairs) opens in to an airy room with pine floors and simple, seating. We wnt down another set of stairs in to a smaller room, with a stone cave like, cellar seating area, with soft lighting. The service was excellent, friendly and attentive. We came on Sunday and had 2 courses for £23. The food was outstanding! Beautifully cooked and presented. The Sunday lunch was gorgeous and highly recommended This place is a must visit when in Durham. Or even if you are 10 miles away!!! 😍

Staff very welcoming and friendly and food was delicious. One of the best restaurants County Durham has to offer. Been here a few times and not been disappointed. Good choice of food and drinks menu and also a lunchtime special menu served from 12 till 6. Reasonably priced fine dining.

Best restaurant in Durham, went twice already for dinner with colleagues and we will definitely be paying the Cellar Door a third visit. Had meat on both occasions and it was stellar, will try fish next. Atmosphere is cosy, food is excellent, wine card has a good selection

The cellar door was a lovely little find offering a good selection of dishes, and seeming a popular spot among locals with the vibrant atmosphere. Of all the options to have a Sunday Roast, this appeared to be the best on Google Maps and I wasn't disappointed. Firstly you could tell the freshness of the produce with the amazing taste and texture of the meet and veg. As someone who is from London I had an expectation on a Sunday Roast "from up north" and it more than delivered, with me almost not finishing my plate. When the plate arrives, you'll know where I'm coming from. Overall I had a very good time at this restaurant, and would gladly revisit from the great food, atmosphere, and extremely friendly staff helping me have an chilled yet enjoyable Sunday, and being the cherry on top of the cake finishing off a very good weekend away in the North East of England.

Came with my student son. Incredible food. Please give a medal to whoever invented the shepherds pie roll! My lamb fillet was pink and melted in the mouth, his beef wellington looked amazing. Great gravy on both dishes. Really interesting wine list, great to see a few American wine choices on there. Staff were good. We were on a table right next to the top of the stairs and there was quite a lot of coming and going which was a bit distracting - I would’ve been annoyed if it had been a romantic date! But we hadn’t reserved so can’t complain. Pricey but overall worth it for such good food.

First time having food here, me and my girlfriend went for a date are waiter was John he was the best waiter I’ve had he made the night perfect I couldn’t of asked more, I did find a hair in my dessert but he controlled the situation and I understand things can happen. Beef wellington was perfect and again a great thanks to John he was amazing.

Excellent food. Particularly love the steak tartare, which isn't always on the menu, but the chef was happy to prepare for me (with notice) even while it wasn't on the menu! Good choice of wine and drinks. Quickly becoming one of my favourite places to eat 👌🏼

Overall, it was a very satisfying experience. They have decent portions for sides and burger however I think it was just a bit too greasy specifically the onion rings. I understand it’s burgers and chips so it’s expected to be oily and greasy but I find it a bit too much on the greasy side that it overpowered the flavor. I did struggle a bit to finish my food but it’s still quite enjoyable.

I went to Fat Hippo for lunch today. I ordered the Oprah burger. It arrived barely warm with a tiny amount of each of the toppings and no onion ring (which apparently doesn’t come with the smaller size). I asked if I could have some cheese. The server agreed to get me cheese but for an additional cost. It arrived ten minutes later by which time my burger was cold. The server didn’t offer to heat anything up or melt the cheese on top. I was left eating a cold and not particularly nice burger with raw cheese. We paid £30 for two burgers which is a lot given the quality. I’ve had significantly better veggie burgers for £6. In addition, the upstairs of the restaurant had no atmosphere and the general service was pretty poor. There was no music on and there were staff members sitting around at the tables rather than customers.

Been to Jesmond and Newcastle before and Durham let down the game today. I got my usual the unreal PB & JJ burger was okay but Jesmond and Newcastle aced it!! Chips were awful not sure why the chips were different and frozen with barely no seasoning on it... was disappointed to say the least cause I always return to fat hippo because of the quality and Durham was poor today.

Great restaurant, food was excellent and plenty of choice. Gluten free available upon request and was delicious. Really friendly staff and excellent service.

We visited last night 3.12.2022. We chanced a table as we were visiting Durham on a coach trip and there were 6 off us so we weren’t holding out much hope but Mercedes’ greated us with a huge bubbly welcome and she managed to squeeze us in ., what a super star ⭐️ Now that’s customer service with a huge 5 star ⭐️ as nothing was too much trouble for her . The food was amazing and I’m no burger lover but it tasted fabulous . From the outside it didn’t look busy but inside the atmosphere was buzzing and everyone was so accommodating . I would 100% recommend this restaurant and would definitely use again . Again big should out to Mercedes’ for fitting us in and her natural customer service skills . We all had full bellies ❤️

Excellent beef burgers, good buns and great meat. They also have waffle fries! Great service and a relaxed venue. I wish I lived closer!

got a little hippo burger and a butterbeer shake, absolutely love my burger!! every bite is so flavourful🤤🤤 love the milkshake as well, i really recommend it if you got a sweet tooth 🤭🤩 the staff was super friendly and accommodating as well, really an out of this world level service, they were so thoughtful and pleasant 🫶🏻🫶🏻 price wise, it is definitely worth it 👍🏻

Visited here a couple of weeks ago whilst working in the area. Ordered via the app which made things hassle free. The restaurant had the food ready for me as I arrived (I ordered for take away although you can eat in). I had a burger with fries, I must say it was brilliant. Really good portion sizes and tasted amazing. Wouldn’t hesitate to return when back in Durham.

overall the food was really good but quite pricey, i’d also recommend booking a table especially on the weekend as it was very busy. service was okay. id recommend the white buffalo burger :)

I’ve been here twice to order food for take away. The first time, the waitress told me that I should stand outside to wait for my order (there were free seats inside the restaurant). I literally stood outside alone in the cold winter for 20 minutes while there were seats inside!!! I had sworn never to go back but a friend of mine told me to try a burger. This 2nd time, the waitress that attended to me told me to wait inside but I waited 45 minutes before getting my order!!! Their service is nothing to write home about! Okay, let’s talk about the burgers. The 1st time, I ordered the fat hippo beef burger and was very unimpressed by the entire meal. The 2nd time, I ordered the Hangover III chicken burger and wow!!! I was also underwhelmed!!! Also, some parts of the breaded chicken tasted a bit burnt. I’ve had better burgers and the only thing that I would recommend is their hand-cut fries. Everything about them is overhyped. I’m definitely never going back.

Tasty and filling food, very good customer service and at decent price. I had hangover 3 and Parm something.£12.99 for burger with side and drink £2-3 depending on if you get it hot or cold. Would definitely come again, 100% Recommend.

Great burger joint. Plenty of choice on the menu, with some fantastic combinations. Had the born slippy which was amazing. Burgers are large but not over phasing. Definitely value for money. Staff really friendly, great and quick service. Would go back again.

Went to Durham just to get to a taste of the best burger in town! We always make sure to drop by for a quick bite and Fat Hippo never disappoints. A quick shout out to our amazing girl Emma!

What an amazing place, the building full of charm, retaining much of its original features. The burger was succulent and juicy cooked to perfection and the free side of tater tots finished the meal off perfectly 🤤 Lovely staff, they managed to squeeze us in although we didn't have a booking. Top place, top nosh and top staff. The fat Hippo is the place to go if you want good quality food in an amazing setting at a reasonable price👍 5*

Love, love, this place. Always a must when in Durham City centre. Even better, we landed on restaurant week two corses for £15 excellent value and service.

On the day of the Durham Christmas Market, we timed it just right to get a table here without a reservation. Others weren't so lucky! The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The food came promptly and was really tasty and filling. A really good experience.

The food was really good and the service also. They couldn't have been any friendlier. I prefer this location to the Newcastle one. Their little hippo is filling, flavorful and a good deal. I highly recommend this restaurant.

Great food the wine is good too Good music and atmosphere but lacking people might be bc of holidays. Best waffle fries ever eaten. Would recommend

Sooooo I noticed that the pub was open in passing in the middle of last week. Wondered down on Saturday for a look. I think its fair to say that there have been some changes and the menu was pretty comprehensive as well. The pub was warm (not always the case previously) and the food we had was not bad (Rump steak/All day breakfast). As with anything new the staff were still getting up to speed but it has potential and therefore I will watch how it develops once it gets more custom.

We booked a table thinking it'd be so busy, unfortunately we were the only couple in the restaurant area. The staff were friendly & attentive, the pizzas were tasty albeit a tad expensive. The menu only offered pizza, had we realised that before our visit we probably would have chosen elsewhere. The chairs are are little uncomfortable as they've no pads/ padding. Will we visit again? Mmm, maybe? If a more varied menu is on offer & maybe some quiet music in the background to give a better ambience.

Was recently served the worst pint of Guinness I’ve ever had. Sent it back 3 times and ended up giving in and just drinking it. Also charged £3.00 for a kids blackcurrant and water. Have been coming here for years and had some memorable times, including our sons Christening party but, to see it decline like this is very sad. Won’t be making much of an effort to go again, in the future, which is a real shame

Food was amazing. Triple cooked chips were very nice too, We were well looked after by pearl and the team. Lovely atmosphere and delicious home cooked food.

Never been in, all the years I've lived on Durham. What a lovely pub! All the staff were friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely go back again. Fab!! X

Food was ok, we were there for a Christmas meal and our party was split across two very cramped tables while another group had a lovely long table, which was a little annoying. Soup was vile and flavours completely unidentifiable- everybody at our table ended up leaving it uneaten (which for some reason didn't even warrant a query from the waiter)- while the rest of the food was ok, but a little pretentious with relatively little substance. Overall though, the service was decent and the waiter friendly, although it was hard to serve our food with us so cramped up. Parking was very very crowded and difficult to get to- I think next time we'd just park on the street and pay rather than try and squeeze into the tiny carpark. Generally though, I think if you avoid special occasions/busy periods it might be a pleasant place to visit once in a while.

So it's now called the Cartologist... As a long time attendee it was nice to see that some money had been invested into the premises and that the refurbishment had attracted people back into the pub. The pub had a strong customer base creating a nice feel. Most customers were eating but I can't comment on the food as my partner and I only had drinks. The staff were attentive and polite and the tables cleared quickly of empty dishes and glasses. The place had a little bit of the old buzz about it again. Time will tell if this is sustainable but if the food is a good standard (it used to be but then went downhill as did the pub) then it could be a go to destination pub. I wish the landlord the best of luck and hopes he/she can hold onto good chefs

Great pub in Durham with lots quirky old furniture and decor. We went there for Sunday Lunch and weren't disappointed. The roast beef literally fell apart on your plate. It was served with lots of tasty vegetables, Yorkshire Pudding and lovely gravy. The sticky toffee for dessert was without doubt the best I've ever had. Highly recommended and good value.

This place is the quintessential charming English Bed and breakfast . The staff are very friendly and helpful. It is a short walk into town and even shorter walk to the train station. I really enjoyed my stay here.

Horrible place. There were 11 of us, we pre-ordered, and yet had to wait for everything incredibly long. Food was late, sauces, stuffing, etc were served when the meal was finished, some of our guests haven't been served their food when others have already finished. There was mud on my salad leaves, the toilets were freezing (who would keep the windows open in the loo when it's minus 6 outside?). All in all, not happy and won't be going back.

Staff are really friendly, but it was like doing a shop at iceland food wise. Everything is clearly cooked from packaged frozen goods. Lovely place to call for a drink, but the food is pretty terrible. Shame as it used to be really fresh, professional chef style menu & food. Obviously been taken over reasonably recently by tight new owners that don't care about quality food

We had a great meal. Two people in our group were gluten free and there was a very good choice of dishes for them. The food tasted wonderful and the portions were very generous. We also had cocktails and they were very nice. A excellent meal in a beautiful place.

Food was absolutely delicious! Portion sizes were great. Atmosphere was so romantic Service was great Would definitely come here again

Love this restaurant, pity I can't get as often as I would like!! Excellent food, never had a bad meal. The staff are very helpful & friendly and always make you welcome. Very popular & can get quite busy at times so it's always a good idea to book your table.

Amazing food, interior was absolutely out of this world. There was outdoor sitting with beautiful fire pits but wasn't weather permitted at the time. I have Pad Thai at most Asian cuisines and this was by far one of the best I have ever had.

Excellent noodle and curry dishes and often quite fast after order too. If a little on the pricey side, still very filling with good portions. Service sometimes feels a little rushed and impersonal. The inside area is very atmospheric and nice to eat.

Loved our time here. The decor, ambiance inside, and in the bamboo garden were delightful. Staff were very attentive and the quality of the food was fantastic. Unfortunately, the spicy food was just too spicy even when it said it's spice level was 1/3. My husband who is a fan of hot food agreed it was overly spicy for a Thai green curry.

I'll start with the positive. The food was extremely nice lots of flavour and a good choice on the menu. The seats were really comfortable and the inside layout was very relaxing, I especially liked the pink plant lookalike on the ceiling with lights. The staff were very friendly and polite. What I didn't enjoy. My food was around 10 minutes late after everyone else had there's, I felt I was surrounded by snobs people who think they better than everyone maybe it's because I'm not used to these places. We got a warning for being too loud. And you only get a 2 hour slot. I thought the price was too much. The staff asked for a service charge at the end which I didn't mind paying but that kind of thing isn't normal around England extra £6 on the bill for doing their job. The drinks looked nice but again well over priced. I am glad I have tried Zen but unfortunately i probably will not be returning.

Everything’s about Zen was absolutely perfect, the food was exceptional and the mocktails were fabulous, we chose to dine outside for the evening and the atmosphere was amazing, the heaters kept us lovely and warm.

First visit to this place and it’s alright. It’s very popular so booking is recommended. I am a vegetarian and whilst they say on the limited menu they can adapt, all that means is tofu, tofu and more tofu. I had 3 starters which were large portions. They recommended 3 but I was full before the main course arrived. The main I chose was pad Thai again adapted using tofu. Very tasty but by this stage I’d had enough. No desserts on menu and the coffee machine was broken. Staff were pretty good but didn’t ask once if meal was ok. My partner disliked the chicken Polynesian and didn’t finish it. Very pricey and the decor is a bit dated now.

Cocktails were amazing ordered the Singapore sling and lotus blossom and they were very nicely decorated. The staff are very friendly service was great. Food was amazing the pad Thai was the best pad Thai I’ve ever tried and generous portion sizes. Will come back !

First time visiting and will not be the last. We travelled to Durham for a 40th birthday celebration. Booked in advance and got a great table. Service was excellent only beaten by the amazing food. We went for the sharing platter followed by Green Thai curry and Jungle curry. It is very rare that I can honestly say not a single thing could have been better. I would normally take a few photos of the food but in all honesty the food speaks for itself so not required just go and try it :)

Booked table 6 weeks in advance as busy on Saturday lunch time. Excellent food, lovely staff, my only critique would be the room was dimly lit, im aware this adds to the ambiance but some of our group struggled to read the menu. It was lovely though.

Highly recommended! One of the best Thai restaurant in the UK. The food was just as authentic as it could when outside the territory. All dishes are flavorful and delicious. The price was reasonable too. Plus, the staffs were very attentive and friendly. Can’t wait to go back.

Great service, really nice looking place. Thai food is usually not my thing but the food was lush. Highly recommend. It was busy midday Saturday, would suggest booking in advance.

Excellent food and a lovely vibe, with flowers, and cherry blossom everywhere, and the menu was fantastic with a great selection of options, with a mix of Thai and Japanese and chinese. Great eatery.

This is a popular restaurant, frequented by a wide range of patrons. Luckily, when we turned up without booking there was still a table available. Most tables are inside, with a handful under a covered & mostly enclosed section. I'd guess use of them depends on the weather. The menu was nicely varied, without overdoing it. All the dishes we ordered were well presented and the quality was spot on. We also tried some of their cocktails (including alcohol free ones) & they were also great. Staff were welcoming and friendly. Only thing I'd say us the music was a bit loud, which competed at times with conversation. Would happily go back for more great food.

Loved this place, great decor, good service and the food was outstanding. I opted for dumplings and pork skewers and no main, it was fabulous. Will definitely come here again, 100% recommended.