The Fir Tree Country Hotel in County Durham

Pretty much of a muchness. I have done a lot of travelling in my life and I would say it is adequate, the food is in my opinion exceptional although the local services and hotel don't cater for the traveller who has forgotten for an example a shaving razor early in the morning, and no time to obtain one while attending a family funeral. Hopefully it will improve over a period as they improve with experience.

Went for a family meal this afternoon. Nice setting and nice atmosphere. Quite a few in and a varied menu available. You can also book and spend the night if you fancy staying over to explore the local area.

Excellent. Cosy clean room with nice facilities. Staff all very friendly and helpful. Food superb, Excellent vegetarian options for both evening meal and breakfast. Thoroughly recommend.

Really disappointed after today’s experience. We met family for lunch with our two young children, 1 and 3 years old. Given their ages we asked for 2 “baby bowls” as normal, which from previous experience consists of an ikea children’s plastic plate- a perfect size for little ones. However today we were directed to the new pricing structure where by we HAD to purchase a small plate for our 3 year old which was £7.95 and a baby bowl for the 1 year old £2.50. It wasn’t possible for them to share one or not bother at all, otherwise we’d be “overfilling our own plates to feed them”…!? And, when I suggested the 3 year old really just likes carrots, I was told “ they aren’t free”! So on the one hand there are signs up about food wastage, but then we were made to pay £7.95 for a child’s plate, when he wouldn’t and didn’t eat a full meal. There is a huge difference between what a 3 year old and 12 year old can manage. There’ll be more waste and instead of putting off people who overeat/take food home, you’re putting off families, but perhaps that’s the point that I was missing? Whilst I appreciate it’s not the fault of the staff for the new pricing, and we also see it from a business point of view, the stance was very much that “people like us” are the reason for implementing the new prices and I think that’s really unfair. The real issue is people being greedy, not people offering their kids a few bits off their plate, which they could easily have taken and left to waste anyway.

Very nice staff very good breakfast good evening meals and choice good

Didn't use the hotel but the food in the restaurant is lovely

Stayed for 2 nights in this lovely hotel. Friendly welcoming staff, comfortable clean room. Breakfast and evening meals were most enjoyable. A good range for vegetarian/vegans as well. Dog friendly, and they even provided a dog water bowl, treats and blanket for our pampered pooch!

We booked to stay here overnight on our way home from Holiday and the pub was really nice and decorated to a good standard. The staff was lovely and friendly The room was smaller than I thought but it was really cosy and once you put the heater on it soon warms up The rooms are separate from the pub , They are like a row of chalet style rooms... There is a desk TV towels kettle with a god choice of hot drinks The bed was very comfy and pillows was lovely too. Being a larger lady I found the shower a tight squeeze and not much flow with the shower but it wouldn't put me off staying again The food was amazing All the reviews said it was excellent and it was I had STARTERS..Garlic Mushrooms with Garlic Bread MAINS..Hunters Chicken with Chunky Chips and Salad (A choice of chips or fries) DESSERT..Sticky Toffee Pudding With Custard My Husband Had.. MAINS..10oz Steak with Fries Onion Rings and Salad (A choice of chips or fries) DESSERT..Double Chocolate Brownie With Ice Cream Food was piping hot and excellent

One of our party was sick during the night she had scampi the rest had other had different food

My wife booked the Fir Tree as a base for a birthday treat for me. The room was wonderfully comfortable and well presented. We dined in the Fir Tree Restaurant and enjoyed an exceptional dinner. The portions are generous and cooked beautifully, the home made pie was delicious. The food is cooked and presented with love and care adding to the whole dining experience. The cheesecake is to die for and was most definitely one of the best I have tried in a long time. During our stay over a long weekend we travelled around the coast and more locally returning each evening to enjoy the delicious menu on offer. With very friendly and welcoming staff the Fir Tree is a brilliant place to base yourself for exploring or to call in for a memorable evening meal.

Had lunch, and it was ok, prices were good

Very convenient for anyone travelling the A68, just off the main road. Motel like and with great breakfasts. Maybe a bit pricey for what it is but I liked it.

Stayed overnight to visit "Kynren" This place is only a short 4 miles from the venue and it was great from the minute we walked in the staff and I mean all of the staff were so friendly. Our room was good parking was easy and off road in a decent sized car park. We had a meal in the early afternoon which was excellent next morning breakfast was really really good everything you could wish for and freshly cooked to order

I only went for meal which was lovely not a stay over.

Good service and good food, dogs welcome

We came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. What a lovely place. There are ample parking spaces and a spacious outdoor section. Inside is a beautiful classic country pub decor, lovely and clean with plenty of seats. We were shocked at how quiet it was for a Saturday, only two tables were occupied. The barmaid was super friendly and sat us straight away and looked after us well throughout our visit. The menu is traditional pub fare, very reasonably priced and absolutely delicious. Our food came out quite quickly and we thoroughly enjoyed what we ordered. Would loved to have had dessert too but our main courses left us full. Will have one next time as we will most definitely be back. Toilets nice and clean. Good choice of drinks. If we had to think of anything less than positive, it was slightly lacking in atmosphere. If there was music on, it was too low to hear and it went very quiet when the other two tables left. Overall though, we kinda liked this, but not everyone would.

Stayed there while on business in the area. The rooms are small but with all the main essentials. The wifi is really good in my room the furthest from the main building Dogs are also welcome in the rooms and bar. The bar and restaurant are smart and laid back. The steak pie is most with plenty of choice on the menu. The breakfast was lovely with all the standard full essentials. Would stay there again if in the area.

The pub is nice, the food was good quality and generous portions. However, we went with a young child who doesn't always want to eat a meal but likes to pick, we asked for an empty plate for them to share our meal and we were informed that they are not able to give out empty plates - Like we were going to take it and run. Along with that, if you are not able to eat the entirety of your meal in that sitting they do not have suitable packaging for you take the remaining home, instead they'll wrap a hot cottage pie in tin foil and tissue. If you are someone with a great appetite this is likely the spot for you, if you are a child or an older person, or someone who prefers smaller meals take your own plate and/ or tub to take your food home in 👍🏻

Stayed for 2 nights. The room was quite small but beautifully prepared - immaculately clean. The food also was excellent with plenty of choice. Prices are very reasonable. But the star item was the staff . Everyone we met was really pleasant and helpful and did everything they could to make our stay enjoyable. Will be going again

Amazing food and staff, Book to avoid disappointment. Superb scratch cooked food, chefs specials are worth a look when choosing your meals. Service prompt, friendly and caring.

Fir tree country hotel, a lovely little place, it's all ground level so good for anyone for easy access. The staff are all lovely and the food is top notch. The room we had was a decent enough size and the bathroom although small it has everything you need, I wanted to take the shower home with me. I definitely recommend staying here if you are near by or even just coming for dinner.

Just went for Sunday carvery,very busy

Had a lovely meal on Saturday night x gorgeous food x service great x

We were shown in a space behind the pool table, even though there was other nicer tables available (which were not reserved). They mixed up the order and my son got some kind of tasteless pulled beef instead of the chicken. The sauce and chips were good. My Burger was hard and tasteless, cheese was and had not melted Fries were okay. Might be that as europeans we are used to food with moore taste. Unfortenately quality & taste and price doesn't mactch.

We booked for Sunday Lunch and we're not disappointed. Choice from 5 meats, l chose beef and lamb, excellent taste and quality. Numerous vegetables including: Roasties, mash, carrots, parsnips, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower and not forgetting mushy peas. My Mam always did mushy peas with Sunday Dinner. We'll be back!

Went for Sunday carvery, they could benefit from a larger service area but with the size of the building it would be impossible, they get very busy so I would highly recommend booking well in advance. The food was cooked to a high quality and was really nice, the large soft drinks were a bit over priced at £3.30 for an almost pint of diet coke but the price of the meal was great. Only other suggestions I could give is for baby portions of deserts as we had a 2 year old with us and they had to do a special order for the size for her. Yes I would recommend going and I will consider going back again.

We came across the Fir Tree by chance on our way home back to Scotland. We were looking for somewhere to have lunch. We had the leek and potato soup followed by panninis I had the local sausage filling and my wife had the roast beef. Both were excellent, both served with chips and salad and the portion size meant we didn't need dinner. The service was a bit slow but we weren't in any hurry so didn't matter. If we are ever in the area again I would be more than happy to return. I can't speak for the rooms as we didn't stay.

Went here for a meal,heard the food was good. The food was good and the staff friendly, but the restaurant lacked character and charm in decor.

Good food friendly staff.... recommend 👍 Just been in again today for food and it's still excellent!...real ale from Consett... lovely 👍👍

The food was really good and I enjoyed my lunch as was the service from the staff. Downside of staying here is: I don't eat breakfast and although I explained this when booking they did not offer a room only price so i had to pay for something i didn'twant, As this is the only accommodation in that area or close to where I needed to be, this was my only option. The rooms are clean but unfortunately quite noisy and you can hear everything from the adjacent rooms, especially shower extractors and flushing of toilets and in some cases conversation, so not too good for light sleepers like myself.

Dont go if you have kids not family a family pub

Stopped in for lunch on way back to the Scottish Borders, roast lamb and steak pie absolutely delicious and very good priced

We met up with another 2 couples for food, Lovely place food was great and the service was excellent.

We love this place, the staff are always friendly and the place has a warming atmosphere, the food is superb with a great varied menu. I would recommend that you book first as it does get busy

Carvery was lovely on Sunday. Get loads of meat and plenty veg to choose from. Gentleman serving the meat is a character.

Another visit second weekend in a row for sunday dinner all 3 of us enjoyed it super veg choice big Yorkshire crispy puddings and all had roast beef superb great thick meaty gravy a truly brilliant carvery and highly recommended to visit last few weeks very busy so u know it's popular place best to book M

I had the gluten free fish and chips, I was apprehensive, anyone that is gluten free will relate, the fish and chips came out,I wasn't very encouraged by the pale colour of the batter but how delighted was I, the batter was really crispy and tasted delicious, highly recommended. Also they do gluten free yorkshire pudding and gravy I now really enjoy Sunday lunch

Best Sunday lunch ever had food was really fresh and hot, very well organised. Would recommend to book 10/10 guys superb thank you

Arrived for the 12 o clock sitting for Christmas lunch - lady queried there being 6 of us despite having paid the final balance and having chosen our food options... nevertheless this was no issue and we were sat down and given our complimentary glasses of champagne - lovely.The first two starters arrived - a soup and a tart. Lovely food. They were eaten (finished) when two more starters arrived 10 minutes later - chicken strips. Again, they were both finished and we had to ask where the remaining starters were. They were chased up and the next starters arrived. Not great having to all eat separately but it was Christmas Day and the staff were friendly and apologetic so, again, this was not an issue. We then had champagne sorbet and went for the carvery lunch.Food was delicious and all piping hot. Plenty of choice of both meats and veg.Again, once finished we were left sitting. On any other day I’m sure it wouldn’t have been an issue but the next sitting of people were arriving they were literally crowding around our table. We were sat by the bar rather than in the restaurant. We went to request our desserts. Again, could not complain about the desserts - lovely. Although, it was somewhat off putting with people literally stood around watching us and bumping into us. We left without any staff member saying goodbye/merry Christmas or thank you. Overall, disappointing service. It’s a shame because all of the staff that did speak to us were great. But they really should’ve had more people working to make it special.

We were a party of six and had a lovely meal on Friday 13th sat at a pleasant table in the snug.We had pre ordered our meals and apart from one starter that was missing then arrived after everyone else had finished(and refused but not charged) the rest arrived quickly and as expected. The carvery was particularly good as was the apple pie.Another nice touch was having the drinks brought to the table so the men in the party did not have to keep leaving the table to go to the bar.. The table setting had crackers and a fun quiz which was a nice touch.Have visited a few times and always enjoyed our meal and considering it was a really busy night we were looked after well.

Had our pre Christmas lunch here and although we were a pqrty of 16 every meal was served and presented well together with side dishes of seasonal veg and potatoes, because this was not the traditional Christmas fayre and the size of our party we were asked to order in advance from the many choices on the menu. Word of warning, these are generous portions and not many of our party had room for a dessert

have been to the restauant several times and been satisfied, however had a booking 14/12/19 for xmax fayre and it was appauling. Had a booking for 4 to be served at 8.00p.m. it was vwry busy but if we had a booking for this time there should have suffienct food avaiable obviously we had the last of the veg had to waiit for yorkshire puddings had to wait for gravy very little was then supplied had to ask for more gravy obviously had to wait whilst it was made (used gravy ganuales) by this time our veg was cold. Starters & desserts could have been better Hyguiene of staff on servery poor uniform splatter in what appeared to be batter not a very good look WONT BE BACK

Service was very poor. First of all out in a large separate room away from other people. Not offered the lunch menu when wee arrived at 12.15pm.It was 20 minutes before a waitress took our order for food. Food was salty and the chips tasted stale.Sadly not as good as reviews suggest.

We were driving back from Scotland to Cambridge and stopped for a coffee. A warm welcome awaited us from both staff at the bar. They were happy to chat to us. We had a very good coffee indeed. The venue is cosy and warm, very clean loos. We didn't have time to stop for a meal but the menu looked good and we will be stopping there again.

Unplanned midweek visit. Staff happily accommodated us. We decided on the Famous Steak Pie and Pan Fried Salmon. Both were excellent. The menu has a very wide range to suit all needs. All reasonable priced. Definitely worth a visit.

Stay away! these people have no principles, booked for 19 people when they obviously had room for us then they rang wanting us to change nights as they must have had a better offer when we said we couldn't change we were told we would not be sitting together . money talks eh!Thanks for nothing don't go

Second visit in a few weeks and had two different meals. Both delicious recommend'yorkshire pudding wrap'. Staff efficient and attentive, surroundings great. A good venue for good meal.

Second time here, this time of the menu as I had the Sunday lunch last time. It was put of this world. One the best pubs I've been too. Will defo be returning. We all had something different. I had beef yorky wrap with chunky chips. Staff were brilliant and really helpful.

First visit had carvery the 3 of us v attentive friendly staff Sunday dinner good choice of roast meats plenty choice of veg meal was piping hot and desserts lovely in a nice clean setting and very impressed we all agreed we will be back the young lady chef on carvery lovely and friendly and welcoming thank you great service and highly recommended to others to visit M

Stayed for one night . Bedroom was a little on the small size but had everything we needed. It was warm, comfortable bed and very clean, especially the bathroom. Could not fault the cleanliness. Evening meal was very nice and breakfast excellent. Staff all very friendly. Would definitely stay again.

My wife and I recently visited the Fir Tree with friends for the Sunday lunch carvery which was very good. A good range of the usual meats that you associate with Sunday lunch, along with a good range of fresh vegetables, and sauces etc. 3 of us also had desert, which again was very good. Its a nice clean place, friendly staff, and the prices are reasonable. We will probably return again for Sunday lunch, and would recommend to others!!

We visited on a Monday night to celebrate a birthday . The desserts are amazing , in particular , the chef was launching a new sharing dessert of 6 “mini” portions from the main menu. Scrumptious .. I would highly recommend and and the only disappointment was that we forgot to take a photograph !! Looking forward to another visit !

Excellent choice of roast meats, veg and all the trimmings. Lovely restaurant setting in this popular hotel. Never disappointed.

Not been here for Many years but called in on the off chance of getting food latish on a Sunday evening. We found we had officially missed end of service by 15 mins, but the Chef kindly agreed to cook for us. The meals came promptly and were way beyond our expectations. The fairly small and understated menu belies great quality food that comes in generous quantity at regular pub prices. Staff are friendly, efficient and professional and the general ambiance of the restaurant is is one of quietly sophisticated. I have no hesitation in recommending this restaurant. We have been back once more since just to make sure this wasn't just a lucky fluke before reviewing and happily we were once again impressed.

We have eaten here many times and enjoyed the food. However, today we called in for a drink on our way home at lunchtime. I took a seat at the bar whilst my husband went to order the drinks. There was no one behind the bar. O.k. Busy time. We waited and waited. Then my husband pressed the bell, still no one !!! We eventually left. No one even noticed us going.

I had a great stay at the fir tree country hotel, staff extremely friendly and rooms and food very good would highly recommend staying.

I've been here many times for evening meals and Sunday carvery, but today my son and I tried the lunchtime menu. Food was lovely (we had chicken wraps & sweet potato fries) and such generous portions. Staff all lovely, the young waitress was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. We will definitely be back.

Superb stay - hotel room spotless, well appointed and very comfortable. Food excellent and very reasonably priced. Staff very welcoming. Would highly recommend and will be back

Went on Sunday evening for tea. Lovely welcome from the attentive staff. Pub is super clean and the decor is beautiful. Food is all home made and really fresh. Big delicious portions at very reasonable prices. Wish we lived closer to visit more. Keep up the good work guys.

Just had a super Sunday lunch. Exceptional Value, quality and service. Staff efficient and friendly. Cannot recommend it more highly

Bar menu is amazing value, a gut-busting selection of meat and fish dishes.I chose the "Yorkshire Pudding Wrap" and was offered a choice of roast meat to go in it. I asked if it was really a wrap not just a cup with meat in - NO definitely a WRAP!It was a wrap and huge, came on a large 12" plate which it covered with Yorkshire Pudding wrapping beef, carrots and green beans. Roast potatoes and a jug of gravy came as sides. I managed the first half with enjoyment but 'unwrapped' the second half to give me a chance of finishing the beef and veg which were really tasty.I was offered a look at the desert menu but no room!£9.95 for the Wrap and £3.10 for a pint of local beer was great value for money

Sunday Carvery is one of the best I’ve ever had. Everything is fresh. Meats are lovely and tender. Evening meals are beautiful with large portions. Again, everything is fresh. The home made chunky chips are gorgeous. My partner’s steak was cooked to perfection. Very satisfied with all the food we’ve had there. Service is excellent from friendly staff.

We'd not been here to eat for many years but having heard good reports, booked a table for Saturday night.We were warmly welcomed and shown to our table in the very bright, airy and nicely laid out dining area. Plenty of choice for starters and mains, service was quick and all four of us enjoyed our meals. Only two of us had room for dessert, my cheesecake was the only part of the meal that was only average.Friendly waiting staff, large portions and very good value, we won't be leaving it as long for our next visit!

We were meeting up from different parts of the country and needed a comfortable,and in this instance a child friendly, base from which to explore the area. Fir Tree provided this and more. Although the rooms could only be described as compact and bijou but they were very clean and comfortable and had all the facilities we needed.The staff were very friendly and efficient and the food was excellent. I hate leaving food uneaten but the portions were so big I couldn’t avoid it.We were only there one night but would have been happy to stay longer.

Have just returned after staying there a week and I cannot rate it highly enough. The rooms are comfortable, the food amazing and the staff are so friendly and helpful. The place was spotless and our rooms were completely serviced every day (not like some places where things are left undone because you are staying longer!). The dinner menu has so many options and our choice of food was quickly delivered and well cooked. Cannot wait to stay again . Keep up the good work guys!

Stayed here for 1 night with my husband as we were attending a family party in crook. The room was perfect. Small but spotless, very modern, cosy & comfortable. The food is absolutely amazing.The staff here really go out of their way to make you feel welcome & nothing is too much trouble. Everyone we chatted to was so friendly & polite.This place is an absolute treasure & we really enjoyed our stay. Will definitely recommend.

Just had lunch with a friend here, I’d never been before. First impressions were pleasantly surprised, tasteful decor with a few quirky pieces of art and a lovely warm fire(yes in June!!!) Very courteous staff who were very welcoming and prompt with their service. I’m vegetarian and was impressed with a good choice of dishes, I settled on a mushroom wellington which I have to say was one of the most tasty meals I’ve ever had in a pub!!! The Stilton sauce was to die for and my friend was quite overwhelmed by the size of her dish( fish goujons which were literally a whole fish cut into strips. All this and two drinks came to only £23!!The only thing that could’ve improved the visit was the lack of beds in front of the fire to sleep it all off!!!! Will def recommend and visit again very soon.

Once again been here for food and although we live in Middlesbrough this place is fast becoming our regular!!! The food has never failed to delight us, that combined with the service makes this a place that we can't reccomend highly enough. I feel I must give a separate mention to the owners Annette and George as well as the bar manager Karen who are such lovely people and are never to busy to stop and chat, an absolute treasure of a place. Wish I could give it more than 5 stars.

We visited here with my husbands mother. I ordered burger and chips, hubby had belly pork and mash and MIL had roast of the day baguette with chips. My food was very nice and the chips were lovely - proper home made chips. So why the mark down? My husbands belly pork and mash had a sliver of gravy across the plate. He said he would have preferred a jug of gravy. Also his mustard mash was very overpowering. Finally the waitress, while polite, came across as a bit cold and didn't have much personality. A smile would have been nice. We'd eat here again and hope for a different waitress.

I booked a table for 3 for a late lunch with my parents. The venue was spotless, as always, and front of house were very attentive. Although we ordered off the lite bites menu, the portions definitely fuelled us so we wouldn't need anything until much later on. I fully recommend the grilled ham and cheese sandwich with fried egg. Plenty of cheese and the most amazing runny yolk. All of this was washed down with a wonderful Gingerbread Gin and lemonade. Fir Tree never fails to amaze! 10's, 10's, 10's across the board!!!

After a five and a half hour drive from Norwich to stay for 2 nights (travelling to European Champions Cup Rugby supporting the mighty Saracens at Newcastle) we finally arrived to a very warm welcome and a very nice clean room with shower.Managed to get a table for evening meal (obviously really popular) and studied the pretty extensive menu.Not normally a starter person I was taken by two starters that really took my fancy-Deep fried brie or mushrooms in a garlic sauce.We decided to share-Both were excellent and a very generous portion.Poss the nicest starters I have had.Main course was a really hard choice but I opted for steak pie with homemade fries and seasonal veg.Wow,what a pie.Large bits of steak,delicious gravy and nice pastry.Was struggling to finish all,and had sadly to surrender leaving 4 large chips.My wife had baroness of chicken in creamy garlic mushroom sauce which was very tasty and tender and she also had to surrender some fries.Wonderful meal,but way too full for dessert.Back to our nice clean room with a nice mattress,nice TV and a good enough size for two of us.Breakfast is great-Full english with good choice of cereals yoghurts etc and served with a smile and a cheery disposition in a very pleasant dining area.Price of room including breakfast is great value.Credit goes to the management and the excellent staff who work there who remain cheery and unruffled.I have no hesitation in recommending The Fir Tree Country Hotel for short stay visitors.Durham,a lovely town and fantastic cathedral is quite near,and the train from Durham to Newcastle is a 12 minute journey so worth leaving the car there and training in.Highly recommended.

Went to this establishment for lunch with my partner.. What can i say... Great service and brilliant food exceptional value for money and the staff couldnt do more for you. We will return and bring the family.

A group of us stopped here on the way to our eventual destination for lunch. I ordered the steak pie because on the menu it stated that it was a proper pastry encased pie. Then it arrived! It was the sort of pie that poets would write epics about. It was magnificent. And the size of it! I am from the south and I feel like ordering one and having it sent to my home town so I could take it to my local restaurants and say "THIS is how you make a pie". Well done the Fir Tree.

This was the perfect spot for a cosy catch-up over lunch. My friend and I sat by the gorgeous fire, and enjoyed a delicious leisurely meal. We had paninis (Cheese & Red Onion, and Bacon, Brie & Mango), and homemade chips, followed rather indulgently by Sticky Toffee Pudding, and coffee.The Paninis were excellent and substantial, and the waiter kindly wrapped half of mine up, so I could take it home.The chips were as superb as ever. Our puds and coffees were soulmates, and a fine way to end our lunch.Great value, great quality food and fab service keeps us coming back. Thank you!

Large party of us ended up looking for somewhere to eat that would be able to accomodate 15 and highchairs, after an emotional and freezing morning we were looking for somewhere close by or on our way back home. Called and they said they'd have a table in 45minutes, all set off and was perhaps sat for 10minutes before being called to the table.most had carvery's, which were nice and very well priced - sign advised you not to waste food and that you could go back for more. which was a helpful reminder. MASH POTATOES WERE FANTASTIC! staff were lovely and friendly

Stayed for 3 nights and blessed with superb Easter sunshine, but even without this our stay would have been brilliant. Food is excellent in choice and price, rooms are clean and well presented, staff are friendly, professional and always busy but time for a quick welcoming chat, beer is good and we liked the wine list and pricing. If you are looking for a huge room with a bath, this isn't for you, but if you are looking for a quiet stay with good food and drink a few steps away then this is for you. There are many attractions easily reached from here. We booked again.

Excellent food dessert well presented lovely friendly polite staff would definitely recommend the FirTree we just called in no problem getting a table

We've now visited this place several times and have never been disappointed, the meals are amazing, surroundings lovely and staff so friendly and helpful, our most recent trip was for the Sunday carvery and all I can say is WOW!!! Out of this world, choice of 5 meats and 8 veg as well as fab yorkshire puds and all the extras, really spoilt for choice, I would recommend this place to anyone, can we rate it 10 stars?

Booked a table for Mothering Sunday. Absolutely amazing service and amazing food. Would fully recommend for any occasion, even if you just fancy a drink. The place has a lovely, warm atmosphere and a great selection of gins. What else could you need?! Stick toffee pudding was so good, but I was so full I just had to take it home with me. 10’s across the board! Definitely will be visiting again!LUSH LUSH LUSH!

Great meal and friendly staff. Barren of beef in stilton sauce-fab. More sauce please-so tasty. Fish coujons-batter light n crispy. Chunky chips are best we have tasted. Cant fault these meals at all. Cant wait to go back and try something else.

The Food is more than Sumptuous and the Sweets a far too Nice;Yet something seems to be lacking this week and it wasn't the Reasonable Price.Sadly, the Staff seemed less than enthused, although we did book after Three;There seemed a Hidden Pressure that disturbed: Or was that Only Me!The customers were smiling at the Bar, however sullen staff were short;Perhaps Management need to change their Tune to attract a more Clement Report.Experience of the Clientele is Paramount You See;Today was Spoilt unfortunately, by some underlying, unsettling degree!

Six friends called on way home from a weekend away. Pub food with a couple of tasty added dishes. Food arrived very hot. Steak pie was very big with fresh veg. Fish and chips served with chunky chips. Very plentiful. Definitely recommend this restaurant. Open all day.

Have been here for food a few times now and have never been let down,the staff are so accommodating and helpful, the quality of the food is fantastic and the choice is great. We came today for the carvery and it was probably the best I've ever tasted, choice of 5 meats, 8 veg as well as mash and roast potatoes that's not counting the huge,light at a feather yorkshires, an absolute delight.

Two for lunch, very friendly staff greeted us, shown to a table in the restaurant.We did intend to have a light lunch, but when shown the menu, chose scampi and cod.Both meals very nice, served with home made chips, drinks brought to the table, as expected.Everything delicious, but perhaps a little too much food, surprisingly. The home made chips were large, hot and delicious, but there was so much, I couldn’t possibly eat them all, my friend the same.Next time, we’ll perhaps we’ll try the sandwiches as intended. Restaurant was busy at lunch time, and the meals going past us looked nice.We paid at the bar, after the meal, as we weren’t sure what the procedure was. We’d visit again. We paid approximately £10 each and the drinks we chose were inexpensive, couldn’t fault the meal, but perhaps for lunch next time we’d spend and eat less. For an evening meal, it was ideal, or perhaps we just felt guilty as we normally go out for sandwiches

Amazing food service and atmosphere, attentive staff who friendly and attentive. Overall fantastic experience which gave my mother some much needed fun and enjoyment on her birthday after a very stressful few weeks. Would highly recommend to anyone and will be going back

This meal was absolutely beautiful. Everything was fresh and tasty. Proper home made Yorkshire puddings. Plenty of meat and a good choice of veg. Would recommend. Service fantastic and all the staff were friendly. Gravy thick. Scrummy!!

We booked a table for 7pm and arrived a few minutes early. The table wasn’t quite ready and we were asked if we minded having a drink in the bar, which was no problem at all.We were invited to sit at our table about ten minutes later. We were handed menus at we were shown our table. The menu was extensive and in my opinion, there was something for everyone. The starters arrived promptly and were delicious. The main courses were also served promptly, the portion sizes were huge and the quality of the food was amazing. There were three couples and we all commented that the food was delicious. The desserts were just as nice.The price for the food was just over £100 for six of us, which consisted of four starters, six main courses and three desserts. This was excellent value for money.We also asked if we could see one of the hotel bedrooms as we are considering an overnight the next time we visit as the hotel is around 30 minutes from where we live. This was no problem at all and the rooms were clean and well presented.The staff were friendly and attentive and we all agreed that we will definitely be returning very soon.

My sisters and I, along with my niece, took our Mam for lunch to celebrate her birthday. From the moment we stepped through the door we received impeccable service from a young woman, whose name I don't know, but whose birthday it was also. She was friendly and attentive, and nothing was too much trouble for her.The food was delicious and plentiful. I would advise having either a starter, or a dessert, as we all had three courses, and we were stuffed to the gills.

Fantastic meals, very pleasant and accommodating staff, great ambience, however put off slightly by screaming and shouting kids. Therefore allocating placing for adults only would be a great benefit . Talking to Friends and family who use the Fir Tree are of the same opinion. Will still frequent this establishment but try to request a table away from children or buy ear defenders.

Came here with my family for the Sunday carvery and was very tasty the staff are so friendly ☺️ and the food tasted lovely and to top it off an amazing cheesecake!!

Visited here for lunch today with a friend who has just moved in to property across the road - I’m so envious what a gorgeous place with a lovely menu! Staff were all really friendly and accommodating, meal was cooked perfectly.Great to see a section for those watching calories - a range of meals with low sin value for those following a certain healthy eating plan ( I have mentioned this to fellow members so be prepared for a deluge!) Will definately be returning - looking at the valentines meal maybe to treat the hubby .

Twelve family members arrived for the carvery, rapid service although there was a ten minute wait at the table as they were refreshing the food which was In my opinion a good thing. Food was top notch one of the best carvery’s ive eaten. The meet was extremely tender and tasty vegetables were cooked perfectly Yorkshire puddings were very good! Every member of the family was in agreement on how nice it was. It was my birthday and the staff were so helpful they were busy but found time to bring out a cake ( brought by us) with lit candles, provided us with plates and serving cutlery and also tin foil to wrap up the remaining cake to take away. Couldn’t thank them enough and would highly recommend a visit, we will certainly be returning even though it’s a thirty minute drive!

Recommended by some family members so we booked a table and we were not disappointed. Lovely place with friendly staff and lovely food. Nicely decorated and a nice little bar area to carry on with drinks after your meal. Will return in the future and would recommend a visit.

My meal was delicious and the waitresses were helpful and friendly, I highly recommend me and my family have been several times and have never been disappointed

We stayed for one night and the newly refurbished rooms, motel style, were very nice. We ate in the pub and the staff were very friendly and there was a good selection of food available. I have never had mashed potato with mussels before but the waitress says it was very popular. Would highly recommned if you are in the area.

New Years Day, booked at 10.am table for two at 12.30pm no problem...Newly refurbished and very well done. I ordered the[One of the best I have had] Rump steak with blue cheese sauce ,my wife had Mushroom Wellington,service was exceptional and the food was amazing ,Very good value and highly recommended. Although the cheese board should include a blue cheese.

Started really well. Lovely place. Sat in the snug. Waited. Other people arrived. All were served before us. Waited nearly 45 mins and still no food but offered more drinks. When it arrived the food was lovely and the waitresses were excellent. Shame about the wait.

Christmas, a special time for the young and 'Mine Host' Tony, excelled himself here;A Winter Wonderland for Our Grandson, whilst for us; some Wine and Beer.The Food on offer, as usual, was cooked to perfection, Fresh, Moist and Hot;Five Meats with a good choice of Veg Tatties and Neeps, too little it was Certainly Not!The Service was Impeccable; although Busy, we were not rushed;Repeatedly visiting the 'Grotto'; the inconvenience of our polite, youngster was tolerated, not hushed!The Pièce de Résistance, a Spectacular 'Snow Shower' outside Santa's Lodge;Whilst Finally, a price that's affordable, for that Special Family 'Splurge'!!

Booked Sunday lunch for a special occasion (14 people), table was for 3pm and at no point during booking, were we told that they would need the table back by 4pm. We were only advised of this upon arrival when it would have been too late to go elsewhere. When we arrived, a young girl at the door said ‘I’m not sure if anyone has told you, but we need the table back at 4pm, so if you want desserts you’ll have to eat them out here (the bar)’. Again, we’d booked for a special occasion, so we were less than happy at being told we’d have to move to finish our meal.We also asked to open a tab as my parents are going away for Christmas and wanted to pay the entire bill, but we were told that they were too busy to open a tab and it was ‘pay as you go’ only. I incredulously asked why it was not possible to leave the bill open for such a large group, and the same young girl rudely advised me that they’ve had groups of 40 who weren’t allowed to open a tab (how a group of 40 could be in and out in an hour I’ll never know).We had been told that a vegetarian carvery would be available - this turned out to just be the vegetables available on the hot counter, there was no meat alternative.The food was decent, but as a couple of the group ordered from the bar menu and we wanted to eat together, it was impossible to be finished within the allotted time - especially coupled with trying to sort out a fussy one-year-old - I left part of my meal as I didn’t particularly want to finish it in the bar. As warned, we did have to move back through to the bar for those who wanted desserts, in fact, staff were clearing the table before all members of the group had finished eating - completely unacceptable.I appreciate that they’d have less bookings if they allowed 90 minutes instead of 60, but surely if you’ve got a larger group, with children, an allowance could be made to ensure a good experience - especially when you have a bar menu available as well as carvery. Whilst the food was good, unfortunately none of our group will be recommending the restaurant to anyone, as it seems the owners prefer to think of how much they can take in a day, over customer experience. Using the excuse ‘sorry, we’re busy’ just doesn’t cut it for me when they are in full control of how many bookings they’re squeezing in.

I have just got home from a lovely Christmas meal at the Fir Tree. It was lovely food, very friendly and accommodating staff. One of our group took ill at the last minuet and unfortunately could not make the night, so the chef put her meal on a plate so she could enjoy it tomorrow. He put enough food up to keep her for a week, true Christmas spirit.