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The Derwent Arms, Consett, County Durham

The Derwent Arms

4.2
4.2
292 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Derwent Arms in Edmundbyers lies amongst stunning countryside, bordering both County Durham and Northumberland. A stone’s throw from Derwent Reservoir, Derwent Waterpark, and situated along the coast to coast cycle route, we are surrounded by endless breath-taking views and perfectly situated to explore everything that these two beautiful counties have to offer.

With a roaring log fire in the winter and ample outdoor space in the summer, The Derwent Arms provides the perfect place to kick off the walking boots and recharge after a day spent exploring or making the most of the first class grouse and pheasant shooting in the neighbouring areas. With traditional menus focusing on seasonal and local produce, and plenty of local ales available; come and visit us for an afternoon, Sunday lunch or stay all week. We are dog friendly and have six cosy bedrooms available all with their own en-suite and a separate apartment available for families or groups of up to six people.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Contemporary British
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 12:00–21:00 Breakfast Daily 08:30–11:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 12:00–19:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    01207 255545
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual

Experiences

  • Join us for Christmas Day at the Derwent Arms

    £95.00 per person

    25 Dec 2024 only
    Join us on Christmas Day for a traditional, indulgent and tantalising 5 course menu complete with canapes and fizz on arrival, vegetarian option and the best ingredients the region has to offer. Adults £95 and children £55. We require a 50% deposit to secure the booking, with the remaining balance paid by the 1st December along with your pre-order. The team will reach out to arrange this with you.
    Join us for Christmas Day at the Derwent Arms photo

What 292 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2
4.2 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 4.3Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 3.9Value

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  • Durham

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Derwent Arms offers a comforting, dog-friendly atmosphere with "superb Sunday lunches" and "exceptional service." Guests appreciate the "wholesome, well-cooked meals" and "great Yorkshire pudding." While experiences vary, many enjoy the "warm and welcoming service." The ambiance and attentive staff make it a beloved local spot.

292 Reviews
  1. Yvonne

    County Durham

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice menu,food well cooked to order and very nicely presented.Bedroom large,warn but cosy.Staff and locals very friendly.
    The Derwent ArmsResponded on 27 November 2024
    Thank you for your kind review

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  2. Jill

    County Durham

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very tasty slightly different flavours in beautifully cooked Sunday lunch. Happy helpful staff. My request to be away from the doors was fully considered. Lovely lunch. Will allow more time to enjoy next time, we had to push on this time.😋😋😋
    The Derwent ArmsResponded on 7 November 2024
    Thank you for your review!

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  3. Local

    Kent

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great tonight. Service always warm and welcoming.

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  4. Adrian

    County Durham

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice staff help staff with comfortable seating area. Reasonable selection of food on menu. Partner had pie of the day and highly recommend it. Risotto was good and steak fine but chips need improved.

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  5. David

    Newcastle

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 8 September 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    1st choice for wonderful Sunday Lunch in a cosy village pub

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  6. Tony

    County Durham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent Sunday dinner in the 28th and fab fish and chips on the 23rd Aug Staff are great and friendly

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  7. Tony

    County Durham

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 18 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent good (and portions) staff very friendly and its dog friendly too !

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  8. CarolineF

    VIP

    County Durham

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 14 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    We regularly eat at this restaurant and the food is always good. However yesterday we waited for over an hour from ordering to being served. The poor girl taking the orders and manning the bar was doing her very best to keep everyone happy and serve everyone. It transpired that there was only 1 (agency) chef in the kitchen who was clearly not coping with the number of orders coming in. There was no manager present to assist the staff. We shall wait a few weeks until a new chef has hopefully started and then try again. Not up to the usual standard

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    County Durham

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    4th time we have been to restaurant feel like its a home from home now on our list of better places to go to! Wife had fish and chips no problem... I had ceasar salad + for an extra. £5 had carch if the day .. Hake. Mmmm one of my favorite fishes a most underated beautiful fish... Not today a microwaved piece of tasteless rubber, discussed with waitress and after took it back tobtge kitchen to discuss with 'chef' they obviously thought it was funny no comment no feed back... Paid left will not return crossed off my list of go to places... Such a shame and lack of care....

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  10. Christine

    Perthshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good food, nice relaxing meal with good service.

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The Derwent Arms is rated 4.2 stars by 292 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 2 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Derwent Arms

The Derwent Arms, Edmundbyers, Consett, County Durham DH8 9NL

Additional information

  • Area
    Durham
  • Hours of Operation
    Sat 12:00–21:00 Breakfast Daily 08:30–11:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 12:00–19:00 Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Pub, Contemporary British
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wine
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