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Durham
Shadforth
The Farmer's Arms
The Farmer's Arms Reviews

The Farmer's Arms

British, European, Eat & Drink, Drinks

Dishes priced around£14

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Reviews of The Farmer's Arms (88)

Read what people think about The Farmer's Arms. All restaurant reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners. Learn more about The Farmer's Arms before you go by getting tips and ratings from other restaurant-goers. With real-life reviews, you can see what other diners loved about The Farmer's Arms and book a table with confidence!

5.2/6

88 reviews

5.2/6

88 reviews

Food:Great
Atmosphere:Pleasant
Service:Great
Value for money:Good value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Very pleasant
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"Excellent"
6/6
Joanne M.4 years ago · 1 review

Amazing food, perfect atmosphere and the staff are friendly. What more can you ask for

"Very good"
5/6
Linda H.4 years ago · 1 review

Went for a girlies night out - service was second to none. Warm and cosy and food was sublime - well worth a visit

"Excellent"
6/6
George K.4 years ago · 1 review

Lovely meal will be back in the next few weeks

"Good"
4/6
Joanne R.4 years ago · 1 review

This place is like a tardis once you get inside, the atmosphere and ambience was lovely and relaxed. The staff cannot do enough for you and were extremely attentive. The food was delicious and enjoyed by all, there were three of us in our party and we all had something different and all thought our meals were equally good. The only thing that let them down was the toilets, there was no hand drying facilities in the ladies (despite there being a hand dryer which wasn’t working and a paper towel holder with no paper in it) and my husband remarked that there was a bucket under the urinals in the men’s which wasn’t pleasant. I should imagine that these will be sorted though so don’t let it put you off visiting!

"Excellent"
6/6
Paul W.4 years ago · 1 review

Fantastic Sunday lunch loved it went back again last week.

"Good"
4/6
Helen H.4 years ago · 1 review

Friendly staff and good cocktails! We had a lovely time

"Very good"
5/6
Anthony B.4 years ago · 9 reviews

Everyone enjoyed the meals. Excellent service will definitely go back.

"Very good"
5/6
Adrian C.4 years ago · 1 review

Nice atmosphere, great food, wish I'd had room for dessert

"Excellent"
6/6
Ashley H.4 years ago · 1 review

It was our first time here, it won't be the last, very helpful and friendly service

"Very good"
5/6
Karen M.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Good children’s menu, and the vegetarian pie is amazing! Thoroughly enjoyable, as always.

"Excellent"
6/6
Carmen S.5 years ago · 1 review

Brilliant food, great presentation, brilliant prompt and friendly service. Very relaxing atmosphere. I would give it 5 stars. New to area and will certainly be returning as often as possible

"Very good"
5/6
Leanne C.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Service was great, the guy who served us prior to him finishing his shift told us we still had time to order from the early bird menu. He even said which dish was his fave! Food lovely would definitely be back

"Very good"
5/6
Emma C.5 years ago · 1 review

Food and service were great, we'll be coming back ☺️

"Excellent"
6/6
Elizabeth H.5 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly atmosphere, good food,and real ale at low prices

"Not good "
2/6
Paul W.5 years ago · 1 review

We waited almost an hour for food and there were only two other parties there. We were not told there would be a long wait when ordering despite them knowing the chef was struggling. The food was fine, but overpriced at £10 for a very basic chicken kebab. The waitress was very pleasant but could have informed us of the wait without us having to ask, and could have offered something while we waited - drinks or snacks or something. It's a shame as the pub looks great, the food was good and the staff pleasant - for me it just needed to sharpen its customer service by way of information to customers and look at pricing. Some sandwich options for hot summer days rather than just pies and burgers might be worth considering as well.

"Good"
4/6
Jennifer T.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food, but the atmosphere was not good. No seperate dining are.

"Average"
3/6
Christine O.5 years ago · 1 review

Beautiful food but poor service. The main meal was served quite quickly but we would have been waiting there now to order dessert. There were two quite large parties of people in which could account for it but they definitely needed another pair of hands as there was a queue at the bar which took a long time to clear as only one person serving, and then they needed ice :/ Were planning on Christmas Day there but I'm not so sure now.

"Average"
3/6
Fiona F.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Limited menu choices. Still enjoyable but not as good as previous visits.

"Good"
4/6
Leah R.5 years ago · 1 review

Gorgeous place! We had afternoon tea, was lovely! But felt there should have been more savoury, we got two small rectangular sandwiches each and then loads of cakes however they were Delicious and would definitely return! We did have to ask for the tea and was disappointed it didn’t come out in the mad hatter theme pot but it obviously tastes the same! Great venue and we cannot wait to return!

"Excellent"
6/6
Steve M.5 years ago · 1 review

Very friendly staff and good food. Chef came out to offer me aveggie or vegan version of the chicken and leek pie which was much appreciated.

"Very good"
5/6
Denise A.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely service and food, very helpful, going back next week

"Excellent"
6/6
David M.5 years ago · 12 reviews

Lovely pub with good food and good ales. We will be back

"Excellent"
6/6
becky p.5 years ago · 1 review

Very good food, nice decor and very welcoming staff. Will be visiting again.

"Average"
3/6
Gillian F.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Food amazing as always ..but table booked for 12.15 ..did not get served til 12.30 then they forgot our drinks as she was to busy texting .but to be fair they did apologize to us x

"Good"
4/6
NicholasPeter S.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Food was excellent but due to being busy the service was slow..but they showed willingness. I am sure the new owners will get a handle on the systems

"Excellent"
6/6
Danielle J.5 years ago · 1 review

Had the mad hatters afternoon tea and the bar man made us a DELICIOUS strawberry gin cocktail (can’t remember the name sorry) and it was the best cocktail I have ever tasted presented very instagramable too with fresh fruit as a garnish! 10/10

"Average"
3/6
Jill R.5 years ago · 1 review

Very average Sunday lunch. There was a floater in one of our drinks. Toilets weren’t clean.

"Excellent"
6/6
Karen M.5 years ago · 2 reviews

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Lovely vegetarian options on the standard menu. The staff are lovely too.

"Excellent"
6/6
Janet A.5 years ago · 1 review

Always love visiting here. Staff very accommodating. Food lovely. Warm, homely atmosphere.

"Excellent"
6/6
David M.5 years ago · 12 reviews

Lovely atmosphere with great food and a canny pint. What’s not to like.

"Excellent"
6/6
Shona W.5 years ago · 1 review

Really good food, first time being here and will be coming back.

"Excellent"
6/6
Robin P.5 years ago · 1 review

Superb food and drink all at a good price. Highly recommend the hanging kebabs. All delivered with service with a smile.

"Very good"
5/6
Darron W.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food friendly staff nice ambiance and food excellent well worth a trip

"Excellent"
6/6
Laura B.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Love it here! Fab atmosphere and tasty food! Will definitely return x

"Excellent"
6/6
Vicky G.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely county pub, friendly helpful staff. We had the mad hatters afternoon tea which was delicious, they were happy to make us a mocktail instead of the prosecco (it was amazing and would be even better with some gin in it) as we were both driving. Looking forward to my next visit

"Excellent"
6/6
Louise F.5 years ago · 1 review

The staff are very friendly and the food was amazing

"Excellent"
6/6
Kat H.5 years ago · 3 reviews

Lovely place, staff pleasant, great Sunday lunch. Would definitely eat here again.

"Excellent"
6/6
David M.5 years ago · 12 reviews

Excellent food ,great service, a canny pint and a roaring fire. Nuf said

"Good"
4/6
abbie D.5 years ago · 1 review

I have been here a number of times and have always been very impressed but unfortunately they let themselves down on this visit. We waited 30 minutes before we even got our drinks then another 30 minutes for the starters (they lost the order). When our food finally arrived it was lovely but what should have been an hour's visit soon turned in to 2. They did take a straight £20 off our bill and did apologize after. I would still go back as I know that this is not normal service from here.

"Excellent"
6/6
Amanda A.5 years ago · 1 review

Lovely food and good portions. Had a lovely afternoon there today, staff are very helpful. Great offer on pie and pint too!