Avenue Street, High Shincliffe, Durham, England, DH1 2PT
What's nearby
Gala Theatre Durham - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
Durham Castle - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Durham Cathedral - 5 min drive - 4.5 km
Durham University - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
Diggerland - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 40 min drive
Newcastle Intl. Airport (NCL) - 42 min drive
Durham Station - 10 min drive
Bishop Auckland Station - 16 min drive
Shildon Station - 16 min drive
Restaurants
Costa Express - 4 min drive
The Shoes - 6 min drive
The Durham Brewery - 3 min drive
Barrio Comida - 4 min drive
McDonald's - 4 min drive
About this property
The Avenue
At The Avenue, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Durham University. You can relax with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
6 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10:30 AM
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact this property in advance to arrange check-in.
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Free offsite parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Traveling with children
Children's menu
What to do
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Facilities
Garden
Fees & policies
Policies
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit/debit cards.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Avenue Inn Durham
The Avenue Inn
The Avenue Durham
The Avenue Bed & breakfast
The Avenue Bed & breakfast Durham
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at The Avenue?
Yes, dogs are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at The Avenue?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Avenue?
Check-in start time: 2:30 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.
What is there to do at The Avenue and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and fishing. Additional recreation nearby includes birdwatching. The Avenue also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Avenue?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
A good friendly stay.
The best compliment I can give is that we will be back again. What really stood out apart from the comfy rooms and fantastic breakfast was how helpful and willing the staff were to rectify any concerns or issues.
William
William, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2024
Po-Hsun
Po-Hsun, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Aug 4, 2024
Old country pub. Facilities poor. Unfortunately the noise of a live singer and pub patrons until very late kept my wife awake.
Good breakfast and staff were pleasant.
Alistair
Alistair, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
Jul 1, 2024
Disappointed wih wuality and price
Arranged to pay on arrival which was more expensive to book since i booked a room for a colleague and we wanted to pay for own rooms, the hotel took payment prior to arrival and it has been a nightmare getting this straight. This is 6 rooms above a pub not a hotel, strict checkout at 11am and must leave premises at that time no reception or front desk. The room was dated, had no desk and the shower had several steps to enter which are dangerous when the floor is wet. We were charged £160 per room which i would say is £100 too much. The fact they take payment before you've seen the room indicates they know they are overcharging for what is on offer.
steven
steven, 1-night business trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jun 16, 2024
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2024
Pamela
Pamela, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
May 26, 2024
Good location needs some modernising
Good location to setoff from - rooms at the top of VERY steep stairs - not recomnended for anyone with disability - very tired Pub b&b - room needs modernising - taps dripping all night - Staff very friendly and good food
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Feb 21, 2024
Great location for Durham. Plenty buses to Durham. Quiet. Decent food. Friendly and helpful staff.
Heather
Heather, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 3, 2024
Warm welcome, great view over fields. Useful usb sockets in plugs to charge phones.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jan 8, 2024
Top room with sloping roof and low beams was very comfortable, if you know how to avoid walking into them. Great bed, spotlessly clean. Worth knowing dinner service on sunday finishes at 6pm.
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Nov 20, 2023
Lovely pub, close to Durham city centre for a visit.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2023
Enjoyed it
I had a lovely stay, the room was cosy and comfortable, and all staff I spoke to was very nice, down to earth, helpful and accomodating. Breakfast was really well cooked and tasty.
The only feedback I have is that it was quite dusty on the floor between the bed and wall, and on the top of the headboard.
The electric shower was as electric showers are; functional but not super efficient.
I'll stress though that I did really enjoy my stay and would definitely stay again.
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2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2023
Journey break
We stopped here on our way to and from a funeral.We were greeted warmly by the customers and by Claire,who apparently running The Avenue on a temporary basis.She looked after us from the moment we arrived to the moment we left.The food was excellent and good value for money.The rooms were clean and comfortable,though possibly need a bit of updating.We would stay again as it was one of. the friendliest pubs we have ever stayed in.Thanks to the clientele and especially Claire,ten out of ten.
Allison
Allison, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Sep 26, 2023
Good position. Parking easy. Good comfortable bed
Shower room pokey and shower difficult to get in / out
Terry
Terry, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 1, 2023
Uni pick up
Staff were friendly and welcoming - breakfast needed a few more options than just cooked and the muffin wasn't great. Having said that everything else was good and comfortable so no real complaints.
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good
Jun 27, 2023
Po-Hsun
Po-Hsun, 1-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 21, 2023
We had an overnight stay in this lovely pub/inn. The room was very quirky with sloping ceilings and beams. Delicious breakfast.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 13, 2023
Warm welcome from very friendly staff. Lots of outdoor seating. Bedroom small but very comfortable, especially the bed. Very warm due to heatwave, but staff lent me a very effective fan. Near to Durham and you can catch a bus right outside.
Mairi
Mairi, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 11, 2023
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 6, 2023
Spot on great place great staff
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 24, 2023
Catherine
Catherine, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2022
Lovely thank everyone
Ian
Ian, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2022
Trevor
Trevor, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2022
Lived up to expectations. As described. Friendly attentive staff.