About This Pub
Ah, The Stanley Jefferson, it's one of those classic Wetherspoon pubs that you can rely on for a good, no-fuss time in Bishop Auckland. I've got to say, what really stands out is how the staff go out of their way to be chatty and efficient, which makes popping in for a drink or a meal feel like catching up with mates. The food's a winner too – think burrito salads that actually taste fresh and are served up nicely, all at prices that won't break the bank. It's got that spacious feel with clean tables and a cool glass roof, making it a comfy spot to settle in with an IPA or one of their special deals. On the flip side, though, it's not all roses; you might occasionally deal with someone who's had one too many, which can turn a relaxed evening into something a bit awkward. Plus, I've heard a few grumbles about dodgy tables that need sorting or the heating not being up to scratch on nippy days, and even the coffee machine acting up now and then. Overall, it's a solid choice for us pub goers looking for value and a laugh, but it's worth keeping in mind those little niggles to manage expectations – after all, it's about enjoying the good while navigating the not-so-great.
Pros and Cons
Pros
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The staff are always friendly and quick to help, making you feel right at home.
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It's brilliant value for money with affordable drinks and meals, perfect for a casual catch-up.
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The food is surprisingly tasty and well-presented, especially those breakfast deals that you don't find everywhere.
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The place has a spacious, underground-style layout with clean tables and a pleasant glass roof, ideal for relaxing with a pint.
Cons
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Occasionally, you might run into rowdy individuals who've had a bit too much, which can spoil the vibe.
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Some tables can be in a bit of a state, like being rotten or needing a good clean, which isn't ideal.
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The heating doesn't always keep up, so it might feel a tad chilly on cooler days.
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Service can be prompt, but there are times when things like coffee machines play up, leading to minor frustrations.
Contact Information
5 Market Pl, Bishop Auckland DL14 7NJ
+441388452830
Pub
Closed
Opening Hours
Monday | 08:00 - 00:00 |
Tuesday | 08:00 - 00:00 |
Wednesday (Today) | 08:00 - 00:00 |
Thursday | 08:00 - 00:00 |
Friday | 08:00 - 01:00 |
Saturday | 08:00 - 01:00 |
Sunday | 08:00 - 00:00 |
Recent Reviews
Love spoons but when someone is clearly drunk, they shouldn't be served any more - as the law states.
It was made worse when he randomly came over to talk to us. I don't want random drunks talking to me while I'm eating ffs
Staff were great, Food was what you expect and the place was lovely. Just lose the drunks.
To be fair the service that was provided was prompt & professional. The table where we sat was rotten, as was about 5 or 6 tables in the same area. We cleaned our own. Ordered the food and drink accordingly. Sat & waited a short period of time. While we drank our coffee. The coffee from the machine was only a tad more than warm, which in all honesty was a dam sight warmer than the breakfast. Beans, were stone cold, fried eggs, were more raw than cooked, sausages, cold, black pudding, warm, bacon, cold, the toast was the warmest thing on the plate. I ate half a slice of toast, half a sausage, 2 fork full of beans and left the rest. It was awful. The other breakfast was left after a mouthful of toast, a mouthful of sausage, (then put back on the plate). Half a piece of bacon eaten. By far the worst food I've eaten in a long time. Absolutely dreadful. Defo not recommended. Even the people were on the dirty tables waiting for their services were wishing they hadn't ordered. This was the parting comments between us, as we left the venue. It cost us nearly £15 to clean a dirty table, order some dreadful food, then leave. We left Wetherspoons and went to Sainsbury's, to which I made a hasty retreat for the toilet where I got to say hello to my breakfast again. Absolutely awful.
This was a superb pub for drinking, with an underground style layout! The counter is well presented too and glass roof is pleasant, staff were friendly. I enjoyed an IPA beer, sitting comfortably at a clean table!
I thought I was in a different pub then wetherspoon.
The food was actually tasty and well presented ( Burrito salad bowl) I had. The tables were clean.
Staff made conversation & polite.
The seating area separately from the bar.
I will definitely come back here again.
All for £26.26 with drinks.
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Anne “Wildflower” Smith
Large spacious Wetherspoons in the Market Place at Bishop Auckland. Quiet in the mornings for breakfast, but they have some breakfast deals and food deals which other Wetherspoons do not. Staff are pleasant and the food is served fast. My only issue is the heating is not as warm as it should be.
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