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The Farmers Arms

British, Pub Food • Durham
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3.6/5
(0191) 447 5139 Southside, Shadforth, Durham, DH6 1LL (0191)44…Show (0191) 447 5139
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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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3.6
Food 3.8/5
Service 3.6/5
Atmosphere 3.6/5
Value for Money 3.5/5
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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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Lorraine Campbell
Had the most amazing meal last night there . .the service is very friendly,staff couldn't do enough for you ... good size portions and dog friendly too as we had ours with us ....we have been a few times now and never been disappointed...see you next time x
2.0
Lynn
Food was only ok, my partners plate had a massive chip in it he didn’t want to complain, if it had been my plate i would have sent my meal back. Didn’t understand the whole surcharge thing the lad who served us said its because the fish is huge when in fact it wasn’t it was an average sized fish. Rip off charging £3 extra just for chips. Table behind us sent their meal back twice. Very dark in the pub & very dated could do with a lick of paint. Very much doubt we will visit again.
Kathleen Foster
Rather disappointed. I had this place recommended to me but I’m not sure I’ll be back. I had fish and chips, the fish was tasty but the batter was thick and soggy underneath the fish, it hadn’t been properly cooked. It was placed on top of the chips, which led to them being covered in grease and bits of uncooked batter. My husband’s was cooked nicely so maybe I was just unlucky? On the plus side, my paté starter was delicious, as was the panna cotta.
5.0
Lynn Newstead
We went for the 3 courses for £10 menu. But decided to have the fish and chips each for a further supplement of £5 each and it was worth every penny. Large fish lovely batter.the chips large thick and tasty so that only worked out as £15 each for three courses. Beautiful went home stuffed. Would recommend this no hesitation. We will be regulars looking forward to our next treat. Nice friendly service as well
Ang
Lovely staff great food spot on pub.Could not fault anything a 10 out of 10 from us.Would highly recommend
4.5
Susie
My birthday choice of venue. Took three friends who needed to experience this lovely pub. Sunday 31st May. Arrived at noon, ordered main courses and waited and waited. Eventually I asked a member of staff how much longer. He apologised and said there was a table of 15 that came in just before us, hence the delay. The dinners were lovely, although not piping hot but I didn't make an issue as I was so hungry. I loved the ambience created with the pianist. My previous visit was a Monday teatime and the service was much quicker and a fantastic plate of Sunday dinner. I even took a few photos to show friends.
Kenneth Hagley
Waited over and hour to be served, the prawn cocktail sauce was very watery, Not a good starter at all. Main meal was all vegetables with very little taste, very bland, ordered the pork and half was beef, been many times but this was a total disappointment this time.
4.0
Jo thompson
First time I have been here and will be back
5.0
Paul
Good freshly cooked food, friendly, attentive staff.
Vicky
I would love to write a glowing review, however unfortunately our experience was really disappointing. Travelling from North Wales to Newcastle we stopped here after receiving a recommendation and emailed ahead (with an acknowledgement reply saying no worries) to let the team know we were running late due to traffic on the M62. We arrived at 8:43pm, with the last booking time online showing as 9pm, yet were told the cookers had already been turned off and food could no longer be served. After such a long journey, this was incredibly frustrating and a real disappointment.
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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
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