Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
142 Reviews
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- Friday10 AM–4 PM
- Saturday10 AM–4 PM
- Sunday10 AM–4 PM
- Monday10 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday10 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–4 PM
- Thursday10 AM–4 PM
About the Business
Wharton Park - Durham County Council | Find information about Wharton Park which reopened at the end of May 2016 following a £3 million restoration programme.
Contacts
Call Us
+443000262655
Durham DH1 4FJ
Hours
- Friday10 AM–4 PM
- Saturday10 AM–4 PM
- Sunday10 AM–4 PM
- Monday10 AM–4 PM
- Tuesday10 AM–4 PM
- Wednesday10 AM–4 PM
- Thursday10 AM–4 PM
Features
- Credit cards
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Dine-in
- Takeaway
- Coffee
- Breakfast
- Dessert
- Seating
- Toilets
- Groups
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
- Dogs allowed
- Lunch
- Casual
- Great tea selection
- Brunch
- Outdoor seating
Recommended Reviews
Wendy McQUEEN
22.03.2024
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Had a lovely stroll around the park today with my Mum. We had lunch sitting outside the Heritage Centre, the tea and toasties were lovely. Even though Mum is in her 70's, we had a good time using the outdoor gym equipment! The cafe staff, park keepers and the community garden volunteers were all really friendly. We spent two enjoyable hours here. When the renovations are finished on the cathedral the views will be spectacular.
Jane Robson
07.03.2024
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Lots of excellent play equipment for children. Parking is limited, 50p per half hour on site. Nice cafe in view of play area. Interesting historic notice boards. Good view of cathedral and railway.
J Gandhi
04.03.2024
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
I visited the park for the first time after the renovation. Some of it is still in progress. Wharton park has always been one of my favourites and is getting better. It is a nice place for a stroll in the middle of Durham and offers a great view of the cathedral and city on a clear day. The heritage cafe is a bit limited in its offerings that's the only down side.
Jay G
15.01.2024
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Overall the new-look park is great. There is a lot to do, and great views of city. The community garden looks really good, and the concerts in the summer were amazing. It's great to hear so many birds singing in the city centre! There are some things they could do better however - Firstly, the cafe is only open on weekdays during term time. This is a terrible waste of tax payer/lottery money which was used to build these great facilities, only for them not to be used! If you have a good cafe, with friendly staff and a good range off food, then people will come. People need to spend more time outdoors getting exercise and socialising, especially in the winter. It would be a great incentive for people to come to the park. I would also suggest a pedestrian crossing on the Eastern side of the park, as it is impossible to cross the road into the main park entrance.
Stephen Nicholson
12.01.2024
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Very nice place, but as always, parks spend a bit of money on it, and get greedy and start charging for parking. I know its just a few pounds, but still, we used to go more when it was quieter (less packed) and the parking was free. Still, u can't have it all ways. Great views of the railway bridge and cathedral
I am SPARTACUS
23.12.2023
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
A nice, clean, and convenient cafe after a walk round the grounds. The park is a nice place to be and is well kept, it is a little hidden gem in a lovely location.
Mondo Daftasabrush
20.12.2023
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Just spent a few hours here to listen to the free entertainment brass band within the amphitheatreThis week was North East Concert bandReally enjoyed itWeather was kindParking is limited but I parked at County Hall for free and walked into the park
Kevin Adamson
20.12.2023
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Our first visit here since the total makeover of Wharton Park. Wow! It's now a beautiful place to relax and wander around. We had our 4 Yr lod granddaughter with us and she loved it. There's play areas for the kids, info for the older folk regarding the history of the park. Fantastic views of Durham, it's Cathedral and Castle. There's parking and a lovely cafe. Perfect for a couple of hours relaxing. We recommend a visit.
Bill Thorkildsen
18.12.2023
Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café
Dog friendly superb food , staff are friendly and welcoming and the place was clean
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Wharton Park Heritage Centre & Café