This charming market town, set on the banks of the River Tees, offers a delightful mix of history, culture, and culinary experiences.

Barnard Castle, perched on the banks of the River Tees in the heart of County Durham, was crowned one of the UK’s best market towns to visit earlier in 2025.

Here are some of the best places in Barnard Castle to eat according to Tripadvisor reviews.

Valentine's

Located at 11 Galgate, Valentine's has a score of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 745 reviews and serves homemade lunches and evening meals.

One customer said: "We just had the most amazing meal with fantastic service from the waitress and the owners, which all made us feel so welcome and relaxed.

"I recommend the Lasagna, and my husband said the Belly pork is the best he’s ever had (which is a lot). We

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