4.6
- 4.5Food
- 4.6Service
- 4.5Ambience
- 4.5Value
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4.6
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Gail
County Durham1 review
Dined on October 18, 2026
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County Durham1 review
Dined on October 11, 2026
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County Durham1 review
Dined on September 9, 2026
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Dined on September 6, 2026
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Dined on August 26, 2026
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Newcastle3 reviews
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County Durham1 review
Dined on June 7, 2026
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The Duke of Cleveland feels warm and welcoming, a historic, listed Headland pub with a cosy log‑burner corner, friendly service, and lively nights with live music.
Yes, the Duke offers a good drinks selection, with draught beers and ciders plus a selection of wines and beers on offer.
Portions are generous, guests consistently describe Sunday lunches and mains as plentiful, often arriving piping hot and leaving diners comfortably full.
Yes, families are welcome: children are regular guests, with substantial children’s portions reported and staff who accommodate toddlers and family groups.
Sunday, The Duke of Cleveland’s traditional Sunday roast is a clear favourite, with many guests praising the excellent, generous Sunday lunches.
Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled vegetarian dishes (for example, Vegetarian Parmesan (V) and the Panko Quorn Burger) and multiple mains marked (GF); the Upside Down Cheesecake notes a “GF request available.”
Yes, The Duke of Cleveland opens its cosy summer beer garden on warmer months, offering an outdoor dining option on the Headland.
Yes, dogs are welcome at The Duke of Cleveland; guests note a ‘Dogs Welcome’ sign and multiple visitors report being looked after with their dogs.
Casual dress is the guide, relaxed, everyday clothing is perfectly appropriate for a visit to The Duke of Cleveland.
The Duke of Cleveland highlights two signatures: their beer‑battered haddock with hand‑cut chips and the local chicken parmesan (parmo), both featured on the menu and praised by guests.
Yes, dogs are welcome: guests frequently dine with their dogs and the venue even displays a 'Dogs Welcome' sign on arrival.
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