Bells Fish and Chips
Bells Fish & Chips
A local fish and chip shop on Durham's Market Place, named 2025 Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year, with window seats overlooking the square.
Bells is a fish and chip brand from north-east England. This branch at 11 Market Place in old Durham won the 2025 Fish and Chip Restaurant of the Year award and emphasises local and sustainable ingredients. Window seats in the dining room look out over Market Place, and older locals are often seen ordering a plate of cod and chips with tea. Cod and haddock can be battered and fried, or baked with lemon and butter, and served with chips or salad. Prices are fair, making it a convenient, simple meal before or after visiting the cathedral. However, haddock sometimes sells out at busy times, and some reviews mention inconsistent quality.
Opening hours
Dine-in Mon–Sat 11:00–20:30 (last orders), Sun 12:00–16:30; takeaway opens slightly later
Nearby sights
- Durham Market Place
- River Wear Cruises & Rowing Boats
- Palace Green Library
- Durham Cathedral & Castle
- Crook Hall & Gardens
- River Wear Riverbanks & Prebends Bridge
- Oriental Museum
- Durham University Botanic Garden