Whitechurch
Independent whitewashed freehouse on Church Street Head, open since 2018, combining a coffee and deli counter, a bar and a kitchen serving brunch, lunch and Sunday roasts.
About Whitechurch
Whitechurch is a distinctive whitewashed free house on Church Street Head, a short walk from Durham's market place. Since opening in 2018 it has built a following as a hybrid venue, combining a coffee and deli counter, a bar and a kitchen. Brunch is a core part of the offer, served each morning, with a menu that changes regularly and marks vegan choices clearly, including dishes such as full breakfasts, Dutch baby pancakes and other brunch plates.
Beyond brunch the venue serves lunches through the week and Sunday roasts, alongside coffee, wine and other drinks. It is open daily, with the coffee, bar and deli counter running through the day. Whitechurch appears across Durham tourism, review and real-ale listings, reflecting its dual role as both a daytime brunch spot and an evening free house.
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