More than 30 pubs across the North East have been named in this year's CAMRA's Good Beer Guide for 2023. 

The guide is made up of a range of pubs that have impressed volunteers after they've visited each venue and tasted all the beers on offer.

Volunteers then rate the pubs based on their quality of beer, atmosphere, location and ability to accommodate real ale drinkers. 

Across the North East, there was a wide range of worthy pubs named, however, we've picked out just a few from the region that made the list. 

Looking at the regions of, Darlington and Durham, but if you want to see the guide in full, you can buy a copy via the website. 

Good Beer Guide 2023: Darlington and Durham pubs named

Darlington

Bondgate Tavern

Location: 94 Bondgate, DL3 7JY

Although one of the newest bars in the area, it found its space on the list and is described by the guide as "a focus on local real ales, handily located on Bondgate where a number of pubs and bars serving real ale can be found.£

Crafty Merlin’s Micropub & Bottle Shop

Location: 33 Bondgate, DL2 1QA

Opening during the pandemic, it is a one-man operation with three changing beers on offer. The bar is described as a "homely atmosphere with conversation very much to the fore."

Darlington Snooker Club 

Location: 1 Corporation Road, DL3 6AE

This family-run private snooker club is more than 100 years old and has a cost, comfortable TV lounge and 10 quality snooker tables. 

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Durham

Dun Cow

Location: 37 Old Elvet, DH1 3HN

Set in a Grade-II listed it has a unique story shared in the guide and offers a range of beers with one changing beer that is often sourced nationally. 

Holy Grale

Location:57 Crossgate, DH1 4PR

Once a board game cafe, the bar has craft beer and is set in an open-plan venue. The guide share that it has several keg taps and two handpulls all serving a range of beers. 

Old Elm Tree 

Location:12 Crossgate, DH1 4PS

This historic bar has five changing beers sourced nationally and has plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the welcoming atmosphere. 

Buy CAMRA's Good Beer Guide for 2023 via the website.