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The Ship Inn - High Hesleden

Blackhall Colliery, County Durham

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28 November 2019

Sunday lunch was delicious and piping hot! Really friendly service made our experience complete.

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28 October 2019

Myself and Martin absolutely loved the place Peter and Shelia are the most down to earth warmest people .The food which is second to none,the pub is wonderful and homey..wonderful people.

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28 October 2019

Loved the coal fire x

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8 September 2019

1st class as always

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31 August 2019

landlord/staff really nice, had a meal, the prawn curry with all the trimmings, had lots of currys in many places, but this was the best, really nice . will visit the ship inn again well worth it for a great meal and good selections of real ales More...

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26 August 2019

Fab real ales. Really good food, and excellent atmosphere. You can even book a room here.

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2 August 2019

If you're a fan of fantastic cooked food then this is the place shena is the head chef and her cooking is to die for heavenly I had the pleasure of having the smoked haddock there are not enough words to describe how delicious this was all produce is sourced locally and fresh the fish fresh everything is just awesome

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2 August 2019

The food was unbelievable, everyone at our table loved everything. Even the grumpy owner couldn't make this less than a 5. I think this is the best pub food in the region and its always quiet for some reason. Definitely swing by before it closes! More...

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30 July 2019

Great food

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30 July 2019

Food was amazing! Xxx

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30 June 2019

Not a bad pub! Good beer

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28 June 2019

Staff: 4,Facilities: 4,Cleanliness: 4,Comfort: 4,Value for money: 3,Location: 3

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28 May 2019

We’ve been visiting the Ship Inn for many years for Sunday lunch when we visit relatives and have always had good food and great service ; everything cooked freshly by Sheila. We were visiting again recently for a surprise birthday party and needed somewhere to stay. The converted buildings at the rear of the Ship are ideal for a lovely stay on the ‘fantastic’ northeast coast (I’m biased as a local who moved away long ago) the views across to the coast are something special and coupled with a comfy room, north east hospitality and Shiela’s great breakfast we didn’t need anything more. Thank you Shiela and Peter hope to see you again soon. More...

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28 May 2019

A very warm welcome, excellent professionally cooked and presented meal with extra trimmings.Tasty authentic chicken curry with salad ,naan bread ,poppadoms and side dips Succulent generous portion of lamb cutlets with mint and pea mash with lashings of rich gravy. Quiet location looking towards the sea.Comfy room ,high standard of cleanliness.Thank you for a lovely stay.. More...

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18 May 2019

We have been going to the ship in for over 7yeats years. I have had fabulous meals every time. Sheila and Peter are the perfect hosts x we went tonight 6. 00 for the early bird left 9.15 our meals were amazing never tasted food like it and we have ate all over the world x More...

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8 May 2019

Good eating place ..nice pint ..roaring fire when cold ..lovely outdoor area for summer

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8 May 2019

The chicken curry was sublime . Best ever

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8 May 2019

Good value, good food, good service

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8 May 2019

In a word excellent

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8 May 2019

Been going for about 10 years now . Worth the travel from Sunderland.

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8 April 2019

We were looking for a dog friendly pub. Came across the ship inn by chance. It has a doggy bar at the back of the pub. It's not a warm feel in there but a lovely idea so that your dog can still be part of the family. The pub itself is very oldy worldy. The food is home made and was really delicious. The portions are right depending on how greedy you are. If you like a big portion and to be stuffed full when you leave you may find them a bit small. The landlord is friendly and welcoming and does like a chat. The other staff were very polite and gave good service. Thumbs up!! More...

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8 April 2019

Nice room, great breakfast

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2 March 2019

What a find! Stumbled across this wonderful pub while walking our dog. We recommend the Doggy Bar area with its cosy log burner to enjoy a beverage. From the menu, Sheila’s curry is a must and great to see Double Maxim on tap. On top of this, Peter and his wife are owners of the utmost integrity and geniality. See you soon! More...

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2 March 2019

Lovely welcome from landlord, brilliant room at back for dogs ruby was so comfy she fell asleep

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8 February 2019

Great food. Nice pint.

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8 January 2019

Always quality food

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8 January 2019

Really happy with our experience here and did not even realise that this pub was here. Was served by a lovely lady who was polite and bubbly. There was a great selection of drinks available and the its in a really nice area and surroundings. I believe they also serve food which is great! Would defiantly recommend if your looking for a nice old traditional place for a pint. Like I say we never knew you were here but will definitely be back. More...

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25 December 2018

Fantastic food great real ale

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8 December 2018

Highly recommend it, beautiful tasty Sunday lunch and great real ale and a dog friendly room at the back of the pub, what more could you want

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8 December 2018

I loved the doggie bar out the back AMAZING,WONDERFUL, BRILL

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2 December 2018

good quality fresh food cooked to perfection and served by extremely experienced and well mannered staff.

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28 November 2018

Decided to book a night here at the ship while working in Seal Sands. At checking in I was greeted by Sheila who showed me to my room "The Victory ". Room was perfect and catered for all of my needs (except for the wifi). ||The vest was yet to come.||The bar is an amazing place with quality real ales. Peter was cleaning the pumps while I sat at the bar and was explaining what makes a good, clean line. For dinner I had the sausage and mash. I must say at this point that it was probably the best I'd had (sorry nan). ||Most of the regulars left which left me and Peter at the bar chatting away. I could if stayed alright as the ale was going down too easy but it was a school night so I made my excuses and retired to my room.||Breakfast isn't normally until 07.30 so I asked for a toastie. Peter went one better and said he'd have my breakfast ready for 7am. I couldn't of asked for more. Another chat in the morning and I was good to go.||I know we all have opinions but this place really was top drawer. ||Thanks Sheila and Peter. More...

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28 November 2018

Lovely setting and very friendly owners, room was very clean. The home baked food is delicious and you can certainly call this a home-from-home location. Stayed there on business, great place to get away and relax too.. More...

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28 November 2018

Excellent food, very friendly owners, lovely accommodation quiet surroundings will definitely be staying again..

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28 November 2018

It was clean tidy, well presented and the beddings were clean..

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8 November 2018

Excellent repas et accueil extrêmement chaleureux. On se sent bienvenue. Très agréable.

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8 October 2018

Gorgeous food very friendly staff

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8 September 2018

Superb home cooked food. Fab range of seafood and unusual mains incredibly well cooked. Big portions. Deserts to die for. Good value

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8 September 2018

Highly recommended. The food is excellent and the staff are extremely friendly.

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8 September 2018

Excellent service and excellent food

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8 August 2018

Very friendly atmosphere and stunning food. A gem of a find and motorhome friendly too.

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8 August 2018

Just been to the ship inn made to feel really wellcome and the sunday dinner was beautifull at a good price will defo be going back

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8 August 2018

Surprisingly good Sunday lunch. Good service, reasonably priced. Well cooked and plentiful vegetables, though I'm not sure about including mushy peas, nice meat and enough gravy to sink a ship! !! Best bit though...finding somewhere that does a very good Yorkshire pudding. Well done! More...

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8 August 2018

We found a gem in High Hesledon today! What a lovely place. Such friendly staff! Peter and Shelley blatantly enjoy what they do. Our food was absolutely delicious! The restaurant menu was interesting and exciting. Cooked to order and to perfection! Peter knows his ales and my recommended went a treat. Nothing was too much trouble and the service was excellent and with a smile! Having commended Shelley on her home-made mint sauce, I suggested she sell it separately to customers as it was so good! The friendly atmosphere made the entire experience a treat and we shall definitely return soon and highly recommend to all! More...

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8 August 2018

Lovelt pint and friendly but £10 minimum spend on a card is high when your walking through with the dog and want a refreshment

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12 July 2018

We’d read some reviews and we are staying nearby. An amazing meal. My boy has just ordered a sausage for his pudding as he enjoyed it so much in his main. Home made curry for me. Chicken and chorizo for D and sausage and Yorkshire’s for K. Pudding arrived and looks fab. More...

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8 July 2018

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26 June 2018

Always good food and a welcoming staff. Never had any complaint on any visit

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11 June 2018

Magnificent food and service!!!!! We need more pubs and restaurants like this in the world �

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8 June 2018

Amazing food and great choice of drinks

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