The traditional Sunday roast is a staple for many people across the North East.
And, as many green-fingered people enjoy a weekly jaunt to their local garden centre, it can also provide the opportunity to enjoy a meal and Sunday lunch.
Along potted plants, many garden centres have branched out to open eateries and many are serving up the much-loved Sunday roast.
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Here we've listed some of the garden centres in the North East where you can head for Sunday lunch.
Congburn Nurseries and Garden Centre, Edmondsley
Located near Chester-le-Street, the centre has the impressive Woodlands Bistro & Venue.
It offers a range of Sunday roasts including Roast Topside of Northumberland Beef, Roast Chicken Supreme, or you can choose what I went for, Slow Cooked Lamb. There are also alternatives in the half portion Sunday Main Course or a Children Sunday Lunch. All of the dinners are served with seasonal vegetables.
East Durham Garden Centre, Peterlee
At the Gardener's Retreat Restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious carvery every week. You can choose from a selection of meats and seasonal vegetables. Lunch is served from 11.30am.
Lanchester Garden Centre, County Durham
Customers at the Greenhouse Restaurant can enjoy a Sunday lunch which proves a hit with regulars to the centre.
The family-friendly restaurant also has a dedicated children's area with child-friendly chairs and tables, plus plenty of toys. There is also a dedicated changing/feeding room.
Dobbies garden centre
Available every Sunday from 12 noon – 3pm, customers can enjoy a traditional roast at locations across the North East.
You can expect hand carved beef brisket with seasonal fresh vegetables, roast potatoes, traditional Yorkshire pudding and lashes of gravy.
Green Fingers Garden Centre, South Shields
Head into The Potting Shed to enjoy a mouth watering Sunday roast. You can indulge on tender roast meats, crispy potatoes, and seasonal veggies.
You can sit in the large coffee lounge, and along with your Sunday dinner choose from a vast range of hot and cold beverages, food and snacks.
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