My wife booked at table for us to dine with friends on Wednesday evening. Having never been to The County before we were keen to try a new place. All four of us had three courses with wine, a couple of pints of good real ale and coffee, the bill averaged just under £30 per head. The starters were delicious,... More

We called in at The County on a Sunday evening at 8.30pm, having been out all day enjoying the good weather. They serve till 9pm on a Sunday, and still had all three roasts available. My wife had chicken and I had silverside of beef - we both had generous helpings of meat with large crispy Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes,... More

I can't add a lot to the recent, very positive, reviews. I stayed here on Saturday 20/4/13, having found and booked on the Internet at late notice. When I arrived at 8pm the restaurant was already busy, but the proprietress knew I was coming and took the time to make me feel welcome. The room was absolutely spotless, with everything... More

It is not often, with a 6 month old daughter, that we get the opportunity for an evening away. However, with my business taking me into the North East we decided to take the opportunity for a night away. We stayed in the hotel and ate in the restaurant. The rooms were clean and spacious and had everything required. The... More

My husband and I stayed here on 17/4/13, having found and booked on the internet. In the village of Aycliffe, overlooking the village green, an easy drive from Darlington, Stockton, Durham, etc. We arrived earlier than the usual check-in time of 2pm but were made extremely welcome with a tray of tea and coffee (no charge) in the restaurant building... More

My husband booked this as we were spending the weekend in the North East and The County was ideally situated near our Hotel. Food and service was very good; restaurant was busy and had a good atmosphere. Good sized portions which unfortunately meant no room for a dessert. Will visit again next time we are in the area.

we needed a quick meal out and have never been here before although i pass it nearly everyday. We were seated in the middle of the restaurant and i would have preferred to be on the edge as there were three table behind us. Food was good and husband loved the cheese board. There was a large party in a... More

My wife and I had a meal at The County on a Saturday evening. We have been a few times now over the years and have yet to be disappointed. The restaurant was full and there was a good buzz of conversation and a welcome absence of piped music. The decor is good and the atmosphere very relaxing. Service was... More

Bright,stark lighting gives an impression that The County delivers a zero score on atmosphere and this score is totally justified. Our greeting by an unsmiling lady behind the bar did not auger well.Excellent real ale, decent wine, although our first two choices were out of stock, but the most dismal choice of menu with extreme prices for any side dishes.... More