I've stayed at The Avenue on a number of occasions and will continue to do so, when my work takes me to that neck of the woods. The cost of a room is reasonable. I've always been made to feel very welcome. The rooms are always clean, comfortable and warm. The food's good. I have special dietary requirements and Tracy... More

I often stay at The Avenue Inn, High Shincliffe, Durham when taking my daughter up to and back from University. Just stayed there again on 11th January for one night. Clean premises, adequate accommodation and facilities, very reasonable price and excellent landlord (Geoff and Tracy) and staff. Good food of an evening in the pub as well if you don't... More

Stayed at the Avenue for 4-5 months on and off whilst working in Durham. It's cheap, it's cheerful, the grub is decent and the ale is good!! Great accomodation on a budget! Cheers Geoff and Tracy for a great stay!

Stayed for one night on recent roadtrip around the UK. We had 2 rooms, single and triple share. The whole place is a bit run-down and could use some updates/redecoration (ie carpets, paintin) - but overall it was a great place to stay near Durham. We didn't have dinner in the pub as they don't serve evening meals everyday -... More

I stayed here in March with my parents for three nights. I found the hotel very clean and my single room spacious, the shared bathroom was also spotless. The hotel could do with a bit of decorating, as it looks slightly shabby but dont be put off, its very good value for money, I dont think you could find better.... More

stayed here with the wife for one night, room was clean and spacious, very well priced. had our dinner here, lovely 'home cooked' food, was made to feel welcome by jeff and tracey, would definatly return.

Situated about a ten minute bus ride from Durham, The Avenue Inn is in the pleasant country village of High Shincliffe. During the day there are four buses an hour into Durham, but a sketchy service in the evening. There is a very friendly atmosphere in the pub, from Tracy and Jeff, who will do anything to help, and also... More

Although a few miles out of Durham,the athletic can walk to the city centre via road and public footpath(along side the River Wear)in half an hour or so.There is also an excellent bus service every 20minutes or so.A taxi would cost approx £7.There are also nice local walks. There are clean warm rooms over the pub,with TVs and tea/coffee facilities.Some... More

The Avenue Inn in High Shincliffe is a traditional country pub with a very friendly and welcoming atmosphere. The landlords Jeff and Tracy treat everyone like a friend and make great efforts to offer very good food and accommodation. There is a good selection of lagers and real ales available and they are served at a very high standard. The... More