The best restaurants serving British food in Pelton County Durham North East

We have been a couple of times since the new owners took over Food is very good But what excels is the service they offer they are the perfect people for this job The fish and chips I had was outstanding And a plus side is it’s dog friendly

Attended my grandson's 21st birthday party on 22nd Nov 2024 which was held in the back room downstairs. The party included 7 special needs young people (from his college) and their carers, and members of his family. Pros: Easy to find Good parking Traditional pub and restaurant Appeared to be clean and tidy Accessible for people with a disability Cons: Buffet was nether hot or cold. Most of it was frozen party food. Price charged was between the publicised cold and hot buffet tarrif Didn't serve what was on the menu Some items (corned beef pie) was still frozen and thawed into a mush Food brought out much too early Ordered for 30. Food wouldn't have fed 20 then mistakenly charged for 36! Sandwiches weren't covered and bread was dry Bar in the party room wasn't open so had to join the queues at the main bar Music play list was provided but ignored Food and all drinks very overpriced No customer service at all. Told they were short staffed. In short the booking for 30 people was accepted but in actual fact was treated as an aside to the main bar/restaurant with no customer care at all. Food was of the worst quality and quantity imaginable. Very overpriced. Overall the party went well because those attending made it happen. My advice for booking something similar at this venue.... stay clear.