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Welcome to Woodlands Bistro & Venue

Here at Woodlands Bistro & Venue we are a wedding and events venue just a hop, skip and jump from County Durham's city centre. Nestled in the beautiful County's countryside which we call home, away from the hustle and bustle. Make your visit a real day out with our Congburn Nurseries and Garden Centre followed by a hearty breakfast, a lazy brunch, afternoon tea celebration or tuck in to our delicious main meals at Woodlands.

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Bistro Restaurant

Breakfast, lunch or dinner our menus are packed full of delicious dishes created by our expert chefs. Check out our menus!

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YOUR SPECIAL DAY

Weddings

Whether you’re looking at our wedding packages or want to go completely bespoke, our expert wedding team will help you navigate wedding planning from the very first viewing till you have partied the night away on your special day.

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Celebrations at Woodlands

Our venue room is the perfect blank canvas to celebrate a special occasion with loved ones! From birthday parties to anniversary parties click to find out more.

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Gift Vouchers

Our gift vouchers are the perfect gift for family and friends. We have afternoon tea, meal for 2 and monetary value vouchers available to purchase at Woodlands.

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WHAT WE'RE UP TO

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Menu Changes – May 2024

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We’re Dog Friendly!

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Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Award 2022 Winners!

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Late Availability Special Offer!

LATE AVAILABILITY SPECIAL OFFER!! Be ‘Boujee on a budget’! From as little as £1000!! Your wedding has to be magical but it doesn’t have to be expensive! We have spaces left in our diary up until March 2025, but these spaces won’t stay here for long! What’s the catch? There isn’t one really, but here’s […]

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