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The Farmers Arms

British, Pub Food • Durham
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4.6/5
(0191) 447 5139 Southside, Shadforth, Durham, DH6 1LL (0191)44…Show
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Rural gastropub in the beautiful farming village of Shadforth in County Durham.
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About The Farmers Arms

Situated in the pretty village of Shadforth, east of Durham, the Farmers Arms is a traditional country pub with quirky décor. They also have a large beer garden with five beach huts with under-table heating that can seat up to 10 people – ideal for customers who are shielding. Food is served lunch and dinner Monday to Saturday and Sunday lunch with menus offering classic pub grub with a worldly influence. Food allergies are catered for. They also have a Mad Hatter’s Afternoon Tea catering for larger groups such as hen parties, baby showers and birthdays. All cask ales are £2.50.

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Food 4.6/5
Service 4.6/5
Atmosphere 4.6/5
Value for Money 4.6/5
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Opening Times
Mon 12:00 - 21:00 —
Tue 12:00 - 21:00 —
Wed 12:00 - 21:00 —
Thu 12:00 - 21:00 —
Fri 12:00 - 21:00 —
Sat 12:00 - 21:00 —
Sun 12:00 - 17:00 —
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The Farmers Arms Offers

British
Pub Food
Durham

Steak Night, £14.95

Available
  • Thu

Steak Night menu is just £14.95 for 2 courses and is available every Thursday between 5pm and 9pm. 

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British
Pub Food
Durham

3 Courses for £10

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  • Mon
  • Tue
  • Wed
  • Thu
  • Fri

Just £10 for 3 courses and is available Monday to Wednesday between 12 noon and 9pm and Thursday and Friday from 12 noon to 5pm.

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British
Pub Food
Durham

2 Cocktails for £10

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  • Thu

Available every Thursday from 5pm to 10pm.

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Claire Polley
Absolutely excellent service, value and food as always. A place that’s special to us as we had our wedding breakfast here.
Wendy
Great food as always , lots of time to eat never rushed and always the best service
Jamie
Excellent food, great prices and great atmosphere
Kate Bell
Great service, amazing venue, extremely friendly and attentive staff and most importantly fantastic food and brilliant value for money. Would highly reccomend and will definitely be back.
5.0
Kay Richardson
Excellent food and service
John gelson
Had a great night last night (14/12) for a catch up meal with work mates. Food was excellent and great value for money. Staff were very friendly and competent. Definitely be coming back again
Gavin Sutherland
A quiet meal at a busy time brought us to the Farmers Arms. My friend and I loved the place (I had eaten here before) and the menu was extensive and the quality and value for money were fantastic. A lovely friendly and efficient service made this visit very enjoyable, and we will definitely be back again soon. Thanks so much.
5.0
Michael Sawyers
Had to make a last minute change to the booking and I received an email back within a few minutes. Well done. Food was brilliant as usual, good quality, well presented and hot. Service times can vary but were more than acceptable; much better than pubs that are hovering around with your nesst course before you have finished. it gives time for digestion to occur. As usual, the 3 course is too much to eat in one sitting so we opted to take our sweets home. I had the cheese board. 4 crackers, 6 sided, black in colour and very crisp - have never had the likes before and were great; onion chutnet, 4 different types of cheese and black grapes. A real palette feast.
Tracey
We visited on Sunday for Sunday lunch. Party of 6. The pub was very busy and we waited a bit to get a drinks order. Food was lovely, however, was shocked to find that you have to pay extra for gravy. I have never known this in a restaurant. We do go out for Sunday lunch occasionally and this is the first time we have had to pay extra. Few of the group were missing veg such as carrots and parsnips however, we tried to catch the young waitress to let her know but she was rushed off her feet and the longer we waited our food would have been cold. We had to ask the waitress to clear our plates for dessert after waiting 20 mins after we had finished. Then we were told there was no eton mess left so we all ordered brownie to take home. Overall the food was lovely and we would defo return even though there were a few issues. The service that we did have was really good and the young girl was really friendly. Also, we came here about a year ago and the Sunday lunch wasn’t that good. This time it had improved massively. Think more staff May help the wait time and to make sure people’s drinks are topped up and don’t have to wait that long.
5.0
Iuliia Struk
Food was delicious, the atmosphere was amazing.
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The Farmers Arms File

Fact File

Booking policy Reservations accepted
Max group booking size 100
Function rooms available Yes
Function rooms details 100
Outside dining space Yes
Outside dining spaces 50
Outside dining details Five beach huts that seat up to 10 people each
House wine price £15.50
Alcohol license Fully licensed

Special Dietary Requirements

Vegetarian catering Some vegetarian main course options
Vegan catering Vegan Main Course Options on Menu
Wheat/Gluten catering Wheat / Gluten Free options on menu

Family Friendly

Children's menu Yes
Baby changing Yes
High chairs Yes
Children's dining restrictions Yes
Children's dining details Children allowed until 8.30pm

Disabled Facilities

Wheelchair access throughout facility Yes
Dedicated disabled toilets Yes
Dedicated disabled parking Yes

Additional Information

Wifi Free
Payment by credit card Yes
Payment by debit card Yes
Dogs allowed Yes
Drink without food Yes
Separate bar with seating Yes
Takeaway services Yes
Delivery service Yes
Outside catering services Yes