5 places to visit for a pint near Darlington Arena

For those who are wanting a cold alcoholic beverage before your favourite artists head to the stage, there are plenty of places to pop in for a quick stop-off on the way.

To help you choose the next time you’re visiting Darlington Arena for a night of music, we have chosen a selection of places close to the venue (within a 30-minute walk).

Each location includes a rating and review from Google so you can get an idea of what to expect.

5 places to go for a pint near Darlington Arena

Tawny Owl Darlington

Location: Neasham Road, Hurworth Moor, Darlington, DL2 1QE

Rating: 4.3/5

One person wrote: “Great selection of beers, table service, dog friendly, relaxed place to grab a drink.”

Skerne Park Pub

Location: 59 Coleridge Gardens, Darlington, DL1 5AL

Rating: 4.4/5

A visitor said: “Friendly pub. Great pint and the place is looking very well with the new renovation,” while another added: “Friendly public house and good pint of larger.”

Copper Beech Pub

Location: Neasham Road, Darlington, DL1 4DH

Rating: 4.5/5

Someone who hopes to return left this comment: “Just popped in for a few drinks and staff were lovely. Seen some food getting brought out and looked very good I will deffo try the food.”

“Small but cosy pub, good local atmosphere! Good prices and a lot of choice of beers and spirits. Cocktails are cheap and very good as well,” said this user.

The Wheatsheaf

Location: 254 Yarm Road, Darlington, DL1 1XN

Rating: 4.1/5

This happy customer posted: “Great day out with family, very friendly staff n great pint,” while another satisfied person said: “Very good pub they pull your pint with a smile what more could you ask for.”

Woollen Mill

Location: 3 Feethams, Darlington, DL1 5RD

Rating: 3.9/5

This person was called in when on a road trip, writing: “Short stop over on our way to Scotland.

“Stopping in the Premier next door. Lovely place to chill indoors or outdoors. Beer’s excellent and the menu is excellent. Worth a visit.”