The Avenue, Avenue street, High Shincliffe, Durham, DH1 2PT, United Kingdom
#12 of 24 B&Bs and Inns in Durham
Guests' ChoiceBased on 672 hotel reviews
8.5Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
8.8
Facilities
8.6
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.0
Free WiFi
9.0
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 22 May 2024
Alan
United KingdomThe bedroom we stayed in was clean but was in need of a little T. L. C to bring it up to the same level as the rest of the premises.
Everything you would expect from a good, well run village pub, the service and staff were excellent, very friendly and helpful. Very relaxed stay. It was chosen as an en-route stop off to a destination further north, proved to be an excellent choice.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Jill
United KingdomNothing really!
The staff were very welcoming. We had booked a top floor room but as it had been very hot that day, they thoughtfully offered us a different cooler room. The bed was extremely comfortable. Food there that night was excellent. We will return!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 9 May 2024
Gayle
United KingdomBreakfast was a little disorganised no menus And wet floor still cleaning bar area Was bit messy
Breakfast was lovely Staff very helpful got us a taxi to the place we were going Clare barmaid was great
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 7 May 2024
Stephen
United KingdomStaff very friendly and helpful, room was small but comfortable, would definitely stay again when I'm in the area
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 5 May 2024
Rudolf
United KingdomRoom a bit small.
Good breakfast. Nice to have a pub close by for a drink in the evening after arrival.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
Anna
United KingdomThe staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. Reception was extremely friendly. A great homely atmosphere, wandaful welcome. Thank you to the landlord Rich and Claire for such a brilliant stay. We were visiting Durham for the BKF 4 Nations karate competition day with our 2 boys which are also in the national team England' After the competition we had dinner and there was live music We will definitely be returning again in the future.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
David
United KingdomI would 100% recommend a stay here. We were visiting Durham for the universities' open day with our 2 children and are so pleased we booked to stay at The Avenue. We will definitely be returning again in the future. The rooms were clean and the beds were very comfortable. We booked in for dinner here also, which was all really lovely and well presented.They had a fantastic pianist playing live music, which just added to the already friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Our son Frankie was also allowed to get up and play a few songs during the break where all the staff and local residents were so supportive. This made our night. The staff were all truly fantastic and could not have been more accommodating and friendly. To top it off, our breakfast was delicious! Thank you to the landlord Rich and Claire for such a brilliant stay. I'm sure we will be seeing you soon. The Currans
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 28 April 2024
John
United KingdomComfortable friendly and welcoming, lovely menu and an excellent bed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 23 April 2024
Robert
FranceThe staff were lovely, friendly and helpful. Reception was extremely friendly. A great homely atmosphere, typical north-east welcome.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Beryl
United KingdomThe bed was too high
Location, staff and food
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 21 April 2024
Michael
United KingdomToilet a bit small, bigger would be perfect.
Breakfast was really yummy, restaurant was excellent.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 19 April 2024
William
United KingdomThe staff were from and answered questions regarding the local area and Durham
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Lorraine
United KingdomThe bedroom had a couple of safety hazards the roof rafters were low & the bed legs were chunky & the bathroom door was broken so could not close it but every thing else was fine.
The appearance of the pub inside and out is very clean & warming the owners & the bar staff are very pleasent & helpfull the atmosphere of the regulars are relaxing & friendly, the room was spacious & the bed was comfortable & a lovely breakfast look forward to returning soon.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 13 April 2024
Margaret
United KingdomBeds were a little too soft for my taste, Bathroom could do with updating
Breakfast choice and cook was great as were the couple of evening meals we tried there. Staff especially the lady who served our breakfast most days were friendly and helpful.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Leanne
United Kingdomnothing
friendly staff.bperfect location from station,6mins in taxi.spacious rooms.breakfast great. £10 uber ride to bowburn hall for a wedding
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Dawn
United KingdomParking on road , but managed to do so under our window , used coffee mugs left in room on arrival ( replaced on request) and bathroom could have been a bit cleaner - I’m sure a minor oversight ,
Lovely pub, great atmosphere , quiet residential location - very friendly accommodating staff, good food , rooms were basic but comfy and did the job , bed especially , slept well, we loved the pillows! Dog friendly and happily would stay again
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 31 March 2024
Meee
United KingdomI couldn't fault this pub , But maybe a slice of toast with breakfast 🤔
Lovely friendly pub , very comfortable bed , clean & cosy , views amazing & breakfast was nice
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 25 March 2024
Jo
United StatesThe only negative thing I can even remotely think from our stay was the bed, you could sometimes feel the seam in the middle where they joined two smaller sized beds to create the king size bed.
Room was spacious and clean. The staff was friendly and courteous. They kept us informed when they were having work done and the water would be turned off allowing us to properly plan our day. I loved the breakfast in the mornings, were able to select what time we wanted to have it served in the dining area downstairs. My boyfriend and I really enjoyed our stay and will be recommending this inn to our friends. Easy to get to city centre from here, bus stop located directly across the street. Petrol station located up the main road about half mile. I stopped by the morning of check in and the staff were able to hold on to my suitcase prior to check in which was a plus. Check in was a breeze and paid for our stay at the bar.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 23 March 2024
Anne-marie
United Kingdombreakfast was great
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 18 March 2024
Susan
United KingdomThere is nothing we didn't like
The room was very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Alltwen staff were very welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was home cooked,very fresh and tasty.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 17 March 2024
Jacqui
United KingdomBed very comfortable with lovely soft bedding. Great breakfast - included in price - and friendly helpful staff.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 5 March 2024
Eileen
United KingdomN/A
Staff, couldn't do enough for us Hospitality was exceptional.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 4 March 2024
Harriet
ChinaFriendly village pub setting. Good breakfast.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 3 March 2024
Łukasz
PolandThe room I stayed in was very good and comfortable. The breakfast included in the price of the room was very nice. I enjoyed my visit very much.
Stayed in February 2024
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