Dating back to the Norman Era, Blagraves House sits on a sloping street in the picturesque town of Barnard Castle. Marked by its stone façade, the attractive Grade I listed building is the oldest in the town and resonates with centuries of history. Used for residential purposes and then as an inn, in medieval times, it is now one of the most sought after restaurants in the county of Durham.

The stone steps at Blagraves lead to a spacious dining area with traditional British décor, highlighted by crested ceiling and a marvellously carved door; a reminder of the times gone by.

A seasonally changing menu encompasses dishes such as grilled fillet of sardines, roast loin of venison with blackberry sauce and pan fried breast of chicken seasoned with rosemary and goats' cheese.

After a hearty meal, you could retire to the oak beamed lounge; it's perfect to enjoy a digestif or coffee by the warm fireplace on a cold winter's evening.