The Station House in Durham: photos, reviews, menu

About

The Station House in Durham is a cozy and authentic gem, celebrated as the best real ale bar in town. With a warm and friendly atmosphere, this local favorite offers a varied and comfortable seating arrangement, perfect for enjoying a night out with friends or your furry companion, as pets are welcome. The bar features an impressive range of ciders and a nice selection of wines and beers, all complimented by the service of an excellent barman. Whether you're paying by credit card or seeking convenient on-street or paid parking, The Station House caters to all your needs, ensuring a delightful and memorable experience. With prices ranging from 1 to 10 GBP per person and an impressive Google rating of 4.7, it's a reasonably priced spot that locals adore for its charm and character.

Price

$$$$ 1 - 10 GBP

Offering

Serving alcohol, Serving beer, Serving wine

Payment

Payment by credit card, Payment by debit card, NFC payment

Atmosphere

Casual, Cozy

Best for

Meet up with friends

How to get here?

The nearest public transport options for your convenience.

North Road temporary stops (Stand F)

Bus stop 222 m walk

Bus Station stand F (Stand F)

Bus stop 153 m walk

Bus Station Setdown Stand Z

Bus stop 106 m walk

Sutton Street

Bus stop 69 m walk

North Road Stand B

Bus stop 140 m walk

Durham (DHM)

Train station 158 m walk

4.7

based on 837 reviews

Google

4.7/5 503 reviews

Facebook

4.7/5 334 reviews

Paul “Pauliebear” McCartney

Service: 4
Atmosphere: 4

Nice quiet little bar with good range of drinks

MADDOGLEP

Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Being "in the know" I totally understand why this quirky bar is a CAMRA 2025 Good Beer Guide pub. ( regular entry) Alic loves the way it sits under the Victorian railway viaduct. Reminds him of The Crown in Stockport. Boothroyd Bear notes that there is no " bar" to speak of. You get served via a hatch. My Dad used to tell me that this was common in the 1940's and 50's. I have only seen this a handfull of times. Four real ales and four ciders. Lovely pub with an upstairs spill over room. Alic loved his rocking chair. No more than 10 mins up hill to Durham railway station ( we are told) ..., even for old people and Flat Erics. I usually end up carrying them.

George Williams

Food: 5
Service: 5
Atmosphere: 5

Great beer

The Station House in Durham