Colpitts Hotel is a Samuel Smith pub, and it's a "digital detox pub," which means the use of technology is discouraged. And it's easily my favourite pub in Durham. The beer is outstanding—it is Samuel Smith, after all—and the prices can't be beat. The staff is exceptional, and the atmosphere is perf
Proper local in Durham with a nice sense of community. Sam Smith's pub so don't expect Stella or Guinness, they only serve their own brands... but if you have a preference for Sam Smith's pubs, you know that already.
Used to frequent this pub many years ago, and revisited it last week for a friend's birthday celebration changed a little but not lost its character, great value for money, and very very pleasant staff.
Nice friendly traditional pub and good beer
Fantastic place to be, lovely coal fires, and atmosphere is great, no phones or music, lovely cosy pub.
I have been going to Durham for years now, I like a nice walk round and a pint or two in the bars. I have until last week not been in the Colpitts for some reason. I have been missing out on what is now my favourite bar in Durham. The place has bags of character. When we went in the coal fire was bu
A nice local pub.
You can find excellent lager beer at here and have a lovely time with your friends.
I used to come here 40 years ago. It's still a Sam Smith's pub. No cards, just cash. No mobile devices, what a great idea. Very tranquil, if you get s call you have to take it outside. Very clean and period finish to the place. Good selection of drinks, coal fire in the bar. Pool room. All round goo
Great atmosphere and cheap beer, a proper pubs pub
This great locals sam smiths pub in Durham is correctly in the CAMRA GOOD BEER GUIDE GREAT AFFORDABLE SAMS ON HAND PUMP THE EXTRA STOUT IS ACE
LANDLORD TOP MAN AND A GREAT LOCAL FOLLOWING
PLEASE KEEP THIS LOCALS PUB ALIVE
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