george and dragon

george and dragon Public House / Restaurant Traditional English Pub set in a rural village 4 miles outside Darlington. We are a dog friendly pub.
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Fresh home cooked food every day which includes daily and tea time specials. We have an excellent wine list along with four real ales and a real cider complementing the more common keg lagers and cider. (Archie the pub dog looks forward to meeting new four legged friends)

25/07/2026

🍽️ SUNDAY ROAST AT THE GEORGE & DRAGON 🍽️
There’s nothing better than a proper Sunday roast… and we’ve got just the thing waiting for you at George & Dragon.
🥩 Tender, flavour-packed roast meats
🥔 Crispy golden roast potatoes
🥕 Fresh seasonal vegetables
🫕 Yorkshire puddings & rich, homemade gravy
Whether you’re joining us in the pub or enjoying it at home, we’ve got you covered — eat in or takeaway available.
📞 Pre-booking recommended
Make your Sunday special – we’ll do the cooking! 🍷✨

23/07/2026

🔥 GRILL NIGHT THURSDAY! 🔥

Join us at The George & Dragon every Thursday from 5pm – 9pm for our popular Grill Night!

🍽️ Choose any 2 meals from our Grill Night menu and receive a FREE bottle of house wine 🍷

Our Grill Night menu includes: 🥩 Rump, Sirloin & Ribeye Steaks
🍖 Lamb Chops
🍔 Dragon Burger & Greek Chicken Burger
🍗 Chargrilled Chicken
🥓 Gammon
🔥 Mixed Grill

All meals are served with chips, onion rings, grilled tomato and mushrooms.

Not fancying the grill? No problem! Our main menu is also available throughout the evening.

📍 The George & Dragon
🗓Every Thursday
⏰ 5pm – 9pm

Book your table now and make your Thursday night one to look forward to! 🍽️🍷🔥

22/07/2026

🍽️ Good news, George & Dragon friends! 🍽️

We're making your weekends even better...
⏰ Our kitchen is now open until 9:00pm every Thursday, Friday & Saturday!

Whether you're joining us for a relaxed meal with family and friends or fancy enjoying your favourite dishes at home, we've got you covered.

✅ Dine In
✅ Take Out
⏰ Kitchen open until 9pm Thursday–Saturday

Come and enjoy great food, cold drinks and the warm welcome you know and love. 🍻❤️

🧠🍻 QUIZ NIGHT AT THE GEORGE & DRAGON 🍻🧠Looking for the perfect way to spend your Tuesday evening?Join us for our Quiz Ni...
20/07/2026

🧠🍻 QUIZ NIGHT AT THE GEORGE & DRAGON 🍻🧠

Looking for the perfect way to spend your Tuesday evening?

Join us for our Quiz Night, starting at 8:30pm. Bring your friends, family or workmates

Why not come along early and enjoy our fantastic food offer?

🍽️ 2 for £20 on selected menu items
⏰ Available from 5pm–8pm

It's the perfect chance to enjoy great food, a few drinks and a fun-filled evening of trivia.

📍 The George & Dragon
⏰ Quiz starts at 8:30pm

📞 Book your table now and join us for a great night out!

20/07/2026

🗞️ Today’s Northern Echo is here!

Voting is now open for The Northern Echo Best Pub 2026, and we’re incredibly proud to be in the Final 10.

Pick up a copy, find the voting coupon, and tick:
The George & Dragon, Heighington Village ✅

Thank you so much for your support—every vote counts. ❤️🍻

🏆 WE'RE IN THE FINAL 10! 🏆We are incredibly proud to announce that The George & Dragon has made it into The Northern Ech...
18/07/2026

🏆 WE'RE IN THE FINAL 10! 🏆

We are incredibly proud to announce that The George & Dragon has made it into The Northern Echo's Best Pub 2026 – Final 10! 🍻
A huge thank you to everyone who nominated us. Your support has helped us reach this fantastic milestone, and we couldn't have done it without you.

Now it's time for the final vote!
🗞️ From Monday 20th July to Saturday 1st August, voting coupons will appear in The Northern Echo. If you'd like to help us become The Northern Echo's Best Pub 2026, we'd be so grateful for your vote.
Every vote makes a difference, and we'd love to bring this award home for our customers, our team, and our community.

Thank you for your continued support – let's make it happen!

16/07/2026

🔥 GRILL NIGHT THURSDAY! 🔥

Join us at The George & Dragon every Thursday from 5pm – 8pm for our popular Grill Night!

🍽️ Choose any 2 meals from our Grill Night menu and receive a FREE bottle of house wine 🍷

Our Grill Night menu includes: 🥩 Rump, Sirloin & Ribeye Steaks
🍖 Lamb Chops
🍔 Dragon Burger & Greek Chicken Burger
🍗 Chargrilled Chicken
🥓 Gammon
🔥 Mixed Grill

All meals are served with chips, onion rings, grilled tomato and mushrooms.

Not fancying the grill? No problem! Our main menu is also available throughout the evening.

📍 The George & Dragon
🗓Every Thursday
⏰ 5pm – 8pm

Book your table now and make your Thursday night one to look forward to! 🍽️🍷🔥

10/07/2026

☀️ Weekend Starts Here at the George & Dragon! 🍻

The sun is shining, the beer garden is waiting, and our specials are too! 😍

🥩 Honey & Ginger Crispy Beef
Served with rice & chips – £18.95

🍗 Hunter's Chicken
Served with chips & salad – £18.95

🍔 Chicken Stack Burger
Served with chips, salad & onion rings – £21.95

Whether you fancy dining in or relaxing in our sunny beer garden, we've got the perfect spot for you. 🌿🍺

✨ Great food, cold drinks, and good company – what better way to kick off the weekend?

📍 Join us at the George & Dragon – we look forward to seeing you! 😊

Address

Church View
Darlington
DL56PP

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 12pm - 10pm
Thursday 12pm - 10pm
Friday 12pm - 11pm
Saturday 12pm - 11pm
Sunday 12pm - 8pm

Telephone

+441325313152

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