Food & Drink

The Kingslodge Inn

Pub, inn and dining venue in the woodland of Flass Vale near the station, with a well-regarded beer garden and rooms, a short walk from the centre.

Waddington Street, Flass Vale, Durham, DH1 4BG Visit website

About The Kingslodge Inn

The Kingslodge Inn sits in the peaceful woodland setting of Flass Vale on Waddington Street, close to the railway station and only a ten-minute walk from the cathedral and castle. Part of the Inn Collection Group, it combines a proper pub and dining room with accommodation, serving breakfasts, light bites, lunches and evening meals with daily specials showcasing local Durham produce. Its standout feature for warmer months is a well-kept beer garden with comfortable seating, one of the more relaxing outdoor drinking and dining spots in the city.

The leafy, slightly tucked-away location gives it a calmer feel than the busier centre while still being within easy walking distance of everything, which also makes it a handy base for visitors staying over. It works equally well for a garden pint, a sit-down meal or an overnight stay. Booking is recommended for meals and rooms, particularly at weekends and in peak season.

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