The staff were helpful and friendly. Good value for money. Very nice countryside hotel, pub and eatery. Well recommended.

There is nothing to dislike.

The Royal Oak is a real gem. We booked at short notice and didn't expect a lot given the low price but it really exceeded expectations. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the pub itself is a lovely traditional one with real fires and comfortable seating. We had a delicious dinner and enjoyed good ales and wines. Breakfast was excellent too, with a great selection of hot and cold food, served quickly and with a smile. The room has been recently refurbished, the bathroom in particular being really up to date. We didn't expect nice extras like complimentary toiletries and bottled water but there they were. Thanks you, we'd love to stay here again.

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Friendly staff who found a safe place for our bikes. Rooms were basic but ok . Breakfast was very nice and it was good to have the dog with us at all times. Evening meal in the pub was adequate but would have preferred a vegetarian option.

Having to walk through the pub with all our belongings.

Very friendly staff

Cleanliness. Good facilities, eg new bathroom etc.

friendly staff. helpful

the nights were too warm for a duvet. it would have been nice if a sheet was also available.

We stayed at the Royal Oak on our way up to play golf at Slaley Hall, from the outside it looks nothing but Sonia the host is a lovely lady, the food was delicious and the bedroom was clean and the bed so comfortable.

Lovely friendly pub (both staff and locals!) Excellent value for money and an attentive landlady who we felt would fall over backwards to make sure we had a good stay! The room was warm without being stuffy and had everything we needed. The breakfast was very good with plenty of choice as was the evening meal we had there.

On a personal note I found the bed too spongy (but I do have back problems) otherwise I would have scored it 10 - my husband said it was fine.

Nice welcome. Good atmosphere. Dog friendly.

No complaints. Even the other guests were nice. Bad weather but great views.

Friendly staff

Lack of a cask ale and the chicken curry seemed to lack any spice or heat

The staff, in particular the owner, were fantastic and very accommodating. Clean rooms. Nice views out the windows. Tasty breakfast.

Amazing staff Amazing locals Amazing meal and love this place. I stay at a lot of places and this place is really welcoming and friendly. It's clean and quiet I'm a very light sleeper and i slept great its also very warm on a cold winter night.

Any dont have any issues this place was great.

good sleep and great food

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All three were good; also a very friendly pub atmosphere

The location near an old colliery could perhaps have been better (it was dark and raining so I couldn't really see) - but what can you do?

Very central for touring the area....staff very pleasant....

Lack of towel rail in the bathroom seems a small thing but it would have been very useful as would a shelf to put your toiletries on....

Location was far from my request near Durham

Hospitality excellent

Breakfast was good. The room was comfortable. The locals in the bar were very hospitable. Altogether I had a good time.

Unfortunately dinner was not available due to a funeral so it had to be a takeaway which was a bit disappointing but quite understandable in the circumstances.

staff very helpful and friendly. good food and service

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Friendly and welcoming staff. Superb breakfast. Comfortable and spacious room .

Food was awesome

Location. Ambience

Steep stairs. Slippy floor in shower.