The Taproom
The Taproom bar is steeped in history and offers an impressive setting for social drinks, meetings and more.
Open from 10am-10pm (Sun-Thurs) and 10am-midnight (Fri/Sat), its rustic charm, elevated copper tanks and mezzanine upper floor create a stunning backdrop and a great pub (unique) environment.
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Spey Snug
With award-winning single malts, juniper gins, premium cigars supplied by Hunters & Frankau, and decadent fabrics and furnishings, this refined and popular whisky lounge offers a cosy ambience and the very best produce from Scottish artisans, Speyside Distillery.
A £12 per head deposit is used as a bar tab (also see below for details on our whisky experiences).
The Wine Bar
The Wine Bar is a stylish new bar offering high-quality wines, premium champagnes, classic cocktails, mocktails, beers and signature drinks.
Next door to The Taproom, it's the latest addition to Sheepfolds Stables and features plush booths and seating areas as well as 1940’s-inspired interiors to create a relaxing yet opulent atmosphere.
Open for walk-ins and bookings, Thursday 5-10pm, Friday/Saturday 12-12am and Sunday 12-9pm.
MINE
A new ‘café-style’ venture offering breakfast, baps and burgers including firm favourites like a bacon/egg sandwiches and the classic Full English.
MINE is open from 9am-3pm seven days a week and situated within our Back of the Pit bar opposite the main courtyard area. After 3pm, the space will once again be used as a bar or private hire area.
Deep North
With a cult following for its fresh artisan doughnuts that include delicious made-from-scratch jams and fillings, as well as speciality and fine bean coffees, Deep North serves up a daily piece of heaven for sweet treat and coffee lovers.
Open daily.
Ember
Serving up the rich flavours of Asia, stunning small plates, fusion cuisine and mouth-watering a la carte dishes (all influenced by the chefs’ own cultural experiences) are on the menu at Ember. Guests can also enjoy stunning views directly overlooking the River Wear.
I Scream for Pizza
For pizzas worth shouting (or screaming!) about, I Scream for Pizza brings Italian traditions, New York-style slices and modern cooking techniques to Wearside, adding a unique twist to pizza-making with surprising topping combinations, locally-sourced ingredients, artisan products and delicious ice cream desserts to finish.
Whether you prefer thick crust or thin & crispy, this is the holy grail of zero-flop slices.. Enjoy ‘grab and go’ or dine-in (bottomless brunch is also available).
Propa!
PROPA! by TV personality and Hairy Biker, Si King, has taken Sheepfolds Stables by storm serving up traditional hearty classics including homemade pies with mash and gravy, mince and dumplings, casseroles and the Mackem favourite, panackelty! Everything is sourced regionally to fully support the North East's local food producers.
Located to the left of the main courtyard area, this 'grab and go' restaurant is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11am-6pm.
Vito's Osteria
From small authentic platters with distinctive Mediterranean flavours to stunning wholesome pasta dishes, home-made breads, cured meats, and the very best desserts and wine, Vito's Osteria is a firm favourite for those wanting to taste the true flavours of Italian cuisine.
Fresh seasonal ingredients, a lively, 'family dinner' atmosphere and attentive service makes this restaurant a popular choice with customers.
The Calabash Tree
An absolute must for street food lovers, The Calabash Tree serves ‘sunshine in a bowl’ combining bold, authentic Caribbean tastes such as curries, jerk chicken, jeera pork and saltfish, with traditional herbs, spices and secret family recipes all the way from Trinidad and Tobago.
Eat in and grab-and-go available.
Southpaw Dance Company
This trailblazing and multi award-winning dance company, known for its world-class contemporary movement, dance, artistic theatre and digital performances, works closely with schools, colleges and community engagement partners to create opportunities for young people through performing arts.
Its modern studio space at Sheepfolds Stables is a hive of activity and also includes weekly classes in contemporary dance, breakdance as well as yoga.
