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Tuesday 9:30am - 11am 1:30pm - 2:30am Wednesday 12pm - 1pm Thursday 10am - 11am 12pm - 1pm Friday 12pm - 1pm

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Welcome to the official page of The Copper Pot, the Training Restaurant at New College Durham.

The Copper Pot serves up seasonal menus from around the world to keep your taste buds tingling. Our front of house students offer a warm welcome and our keen chefs will cook up a storm in the kitchen using the finest and freshest ingredients from local suppliers.

01/11/2026

⚠️ Don't leave it until the last minute! Get in touch to check availability and reserve your table.

🌍🔥 DURHAM, ARE YOU READY FOR A TASTE OF AFRICA? 🔥🌍

Our very own Aliya has crafted a special menu celebrating delicious African-inspired flavours, bringing people together through the wonderful thing we all love… FOOD! ❤️

🍲 TO START
Egusi soup with pounded yam.

🍚 A FEAST TO SHARE
Because good food is even better when it's shared!

Jollof and fried rice
Chicken pie
Grilled fish
Fried plantains

SOMETHING SWEET
Strawberry and grape parfait with granola.

AND A LITTLE TREAT TO TAKE HOME
A red velvet cupcake! ❤️

📅 THURSDAY 5TH NOVEMBER

📍 The Copper Pot, New College Durham, DH1 5ES

📞 Call us on 0191 375 4095
📩 Email [email protected] to enquire or book.

31/10/2026

🍽️ SO, WHO ARE WE? AND WHAT'S THE COPPER POT ALL ABOUT? ❤️

We're glad you asked! 😉

We're The Copper Pot at New College Durham, and we're a little bit different from your usual restaurant.

We're a real working training restaurant where our talented catering and hospitality students get to put their skills into practice, working in a professional environment with REAL customers. 👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

And that's where YOU come in! 👇

🥗 LOVE YOUR LUNCH? We've got you covered.

🥐 A FRIDAY BRUNCH PERSON? Come and see what's cooking at Roxby's!

🍷 Fancy something a little special? Join us for our Wednesday evening tea or one of our seasonal tasting menus.

🌍 Love trying something new? Keep an eye out for our themed dining experiences and special events.

❤️ WHY SHOULD YOU SUPPORT US?

Because every booking makes a difference!

Yes, we're a training restaurant, but that doesn't mean compromising on the experience. We're here to serve delicious food, welcome our customers and help develop the next generation of hospitality professionals.

We're learning, we're growing, and we're always looking for ways to make your visit even better.

Think of it as eating out with a little extra heart! 🥰

📍 The Copper Pot, New College Durham, DH1 5ES

📞 0191 375 4095
📩 [email protected]

Come and give us a try. Support our students, enjoy some lovely food and become part of our story! ❤️

And if you've visited us already, we'd LOVE to hear what you thought!

30/10/2026

📍 HAVE YOU FOUND US YET? WE'RE A LITTLE HIDDEN GEM! 🍽️❤️

We're tucked away at New College Durham, and we want YOU to come and find us!

Whether you've heard about us but never visited, or you're looking for somewhere different for lunch, brunch or a special evening meal, we'd love to welcome you through our doors.

👋 WHO CAN VISIT?

EVERYONE! You don't have to be a student or work at the college. We're open to the public, so bring your friends, family, colleagues or that person who always says, "We should go out for lunch sometime!" 😉

👩‍🍳 WHAT ARE WE?

We're The Copper Pot, a real working training restaurant where our talented catering and hospitality students gain valuable experience preparing and serving food in a professional environment.

That means delicious food, welcoming service and helping the next generation of hospitality professionals build their confidence and skills. ❤️

📍 WHERE ARE WE?

📌 The Copper Pot
New College Durham
Framwellgate Moor
Durham
DH1 5ES

🚪 HOW DO YOU FIND US?

Here's the important bit! 👇

When you arrive at New College Durham, drive through the staff car park and you will see the entrance to the Copper Pot at the back.

🚗 Travelling by car? The college has on-site parking.

🍽️ READY TO COME AND GIVE US A TRY?

We've got exciting new menus, delicious lunches, Friday brunch at Roxby's, Wednesday evening tea and special tasting experiences to look forward to!

📞 Call us on 0191 375 4095
📩 Email [email protected]

Come and find us, pull up a chair and let our students look after you. We can't wait to welcome you! 🥰

📣 PLEASE SHARE THIS POST with anyone who hasn't discovered our little hidden gem yet!

29/10/2026

🌍 A TASTE OF AFRICA AT THE COPPER POT! 🌍

Crafted by our very own Aliya! ❤️

Get ready for a delicious experience inspired by African flavours, with a menu designed to bring people together around the table.

🍲 TO START
Egusi soup with pounded yam.

🍚 THE MAIN EVENT – SHARING DISHES
A selection of dishes to enjoy together, including:
Jollof and fried rice
Chicken pie
Grilled fish
Fried plantains

SOMETHING SWEET
Strawberry and grape parfait with granola.

AND A LITTLE TREAT FOR THE JOURNEY HOME
Red velvet cupcake!

It's all about celebrating food, sharing flavours and showcasing the creativity and talent of our students.

A huge well done to Aliya for bringing this menu to life!

📍 The Copper Pot, New College Durham.

BOOKING ESSENTIAL
📞 0191 375 4095
📩 [email protected]

28/10/2026

Missing us already? 😉 Don't worry, we have an exciting new lunch menu ready for our return on Tuesday, 3rd November.

Keep following us for menus, sneak peeks and booking details!

📩 [email protected]
📞 0191 375 4095

27/10/2026

🎃 Happy Half Term! 🎃
Here is a sneak peek of what's coming up for the rest of 2026...

📣 SAVE THESE DATES!

Keep following us for menus, sneak peeks and booking details!

📩 [email protected]
📞 0191 375 4095

22/10/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN BRUNCH AT ROXBY’S – FRIDAY 23RD OCTOBER! 👻🎃

Before we break up for half term, we’re ready for a little autumnal rest and recharge before the absolute MADNESS that is Christmas! 🍂🎄

But first… we’re going out with a SPOOKTACULAR brunch! 🕸️

💀 OUR SPOOKY MELT… IF YOU DARE! 🥯🧀
Cream cheese, rocket, beef tomato, maple-cured bacon and pumpkin & apricot chutney, all topped with a chilli cheddar cheese glaze.

Spooky, cheesy and definitely not for the faint-hearted!

🍳 And we might even have a sneaky teaser of what’s to come… think asparagus-topped eggs and delicious French toast! 👀

🍂 SCONES OF THE DAY
🧀 Four Cheese – the reigning champion and firm favourite!
🌿 Mediterranean
🍎 Apple Crumble – autumn in a scone!

☕ A LITTLE AUTUMN MAGIC…
Buy a Halloween special drink AND an Apple Crumble Scone for just £3! 🍎🤎

🧙‍♀️ HALLOWEEN DRINKS MENU
🧚 Sugar Plum Fairy Mocktail
🍏 Toffee Apple Mocktail
🍯 Salted Caramel Latte
🎃 Pumpkin Spiced Iced Latte
🍫 Apple Crumble Hot Chocolate

Whether you’re after a spooky brunch, a cosy autumn drink or just an excuse to escape your desk, come and join us before we disappear for half term!

🍁 Delicious treats, autumn vibes and a little Halloween mischief… what more could you want?

📍 Roxby’s at New College Durham
📅 Friday 23rd October

Come hungry, bring your colleagues and enjoy the season with us! 👻🧡

20/10/2026

🔥 WEDNESDAY TEA? WE’VE GOT THAT SORTED! 🔥🇰🇭

Who says you need to cook on a Wednesday? Give yourself the night off and let us do the hard work! 😉

🍽️ THIS WEDNESDAY’S SPECIAL at The Copper Pot

✨ Cambodian BBQ-Style Crispy Pork Belly
🍚 Fragrant lemon rice
🌶️ Lop Pak broth – a delicious sweet-and-sour chilli broth!

Crispy pork belly, fragrant rice and a punchy, flavour-packed broth… 🤤 Now THAT is a tea worth leaving the house for!

🕔 Join us this Wednesday evening for your perfect midweek treat! From 5pm

📩 Fancy leaving the cooking to us? Drop us a message to book your table!

📍 The Copper Pot, New College Durham
📞 Book your table on 0191 375 4095 or email [email protected].
Come on… the washing up can wait! 😂🍴

20/10/2026

🔥 WEDNESDAY TEA? WE’VE GOT THAT SORTED! 🔥🇰🇭

Who says you need to cook on a Wednesday? Give yourself the night off and let us do the hard work! 😉

🍽️ THIS WEDNESDAY’S SPECIAL at The Copper Pot

✨ Cambodian BBQ-Style Crispy Pork Belly
🍚 Fragrant lemon rice
🌶️ Lop Pak broth – a delicious sweet-and-sour chilli broth!

Crispy pork belly, fragrant rice and a punchy, flavour-packed broth… 🤤 Now THAT is a tea worth leaving the house for!

🕔 Join us this Wednesday evening for your perfect midweek treat!

📩 Fancy leaving the cooking to us? Drop us a message to book your table!

📍 The Copper Pot, New College Durham
📞 Book your table on 0191 375 4095 or email [email protected].
Come on… the washing up can wait! 😂🍴

19/10/2026

Dishes and prep photos looking back to last Thursday with Corben’s menu.
Leek and Potato soup, squash and feta pierogi.
Grouse, barley risotto, dauphinoise potato.
Pre Pud; Rice pudding with apple.
Chocolate Fondants, milk ice cream.

Address

New College
Durham
DH15ES

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9:30am - 11am
	1:30pm - 2:30am
Wednesday	12pm - 1pm
Thursday	10am - 11am
	12pm - 1pm
Friday	12pm - 1pm

Website

https://tinyurl.com/thecopperpot

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