A FAMILY food chain has won an award for the third year running for being the most parent-friendly restaurant.

Brewsters Dunelm Ridge, at the Arnison Retail Centre, Pity Me, Durham, has been awarded two Tommy's Parent Friendly Awards.

The accolades make it the most popular restaurant for parents as well as the best children's party venue.

More than half a million votes were cast for this year's awards by parents who voted across 24 categories, including most parent-friendly overseas holiday provider.