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The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate, Chathill, Northumberland

The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate

4.7
4.7
372 Reviews
£26 to £40
Contemporary British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for groups
At the heart of The Tempus, beyond the dazzling disco balls of our vibrant bar, lies The Orangery—the perfect setting to savour exquisite culinary delights. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience, whether it’s for lunch, afternoon tea, or dinner. Our carefully curated menus offer a tantalising selection designed to please every palate and showcases the finest local ingredients and culinary talent, ensuring a memorable meal with every visit. For those seeking a more refined experience, our afternoon tea features an elegant assortment of sweet and savoury treats.

Lunch served Monday - Saturday, 12noon – 4.45pm
Afternoon Tea served Wednesday - Saturday, 2.45pm – 4.30pm. Bookings are required to be made within 48 hours of your reservation
À la Carte Dining: Daily from 5pm
Sunday Lunch: from 12 noon

Our bar and snug open daily offer a great spot for coffee, tea, drinks, and bar snacks. Well-behaved four-legged friends are welcome in our bar until 7 PM

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Steak, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    01665 579173
  • Website
    https://thetempus.co.uk/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    At The Tempus, we offer an intimate private dining area comfortably accommodating 10 guests. Whatever occasion you are celebrating our dedicated team are here to make your celebrations unforgettable. Complete with our exquisite menus featuring the finest local ingredients. Let us help you create cherished memories in a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Experiences

  • Festive Afternoon Tea

    £34.95 per person

    2 Dec 2024 - 31 Dec 2024
    From delicate finger sandwiches to freshly baked scones adorned with clotted cream and homemade preserves, each bite is a celebration of flavour and craftsmanship. Indulge in festive-themed pastries and sweet treats, expertly paired with a selection of premium teas or perhaps a glass of bubbly to add an extra touch of luxury to your afternoon. Our festive Afternoon Tea and accompanying children’s offering, is the perfect way to gather with friends and family, creating cherished memories amidst the twinkling ambiance of the season.
    Festive Afternoon Tea photo

  • The Tempus Afternoon Tea

    £32.95 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Say hello to Afternoon Tea at The Tempus! (Hey Parents, we are also offering a Children's Afternoon Tea, treat your little munchkins for £19.95, just let us know how many children in the party in the notes!!!!) Indulge in a mouth-watering selection of delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones and a delicious array of miniature cakes and pastries.​ However we do require 48 hours notice as everything is prepared on the day for you. Our brand-new menu has been carefully designed by our very own pastry chef, using freshly sourced ingredients from Northumberland and the Borders. Need we say more?​ Afternoon Tea will be served every Friday and Saturday. Pre-booking is required 48hrs before.
    The Tempus Afternoon Tea photo

Menu

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What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Best Ambience

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for brunch

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Innovative

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Romantic

  • Newcastle and Northumberland

    Great for scenic views

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Tempus at Charlton Hall Estate promises a delightful dining experience with "exceptional service" and "beautifully presented" food. Guests rave about the "stunning decor" and "lovely atmosphere." Afternoon tea is particularly praised for its "exquisite" offerings. While some desire more varied menu options, the overall experience is highly recommended.

372 Reviews

  1. Huw

    San Francisco

    69 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    69 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The dining room at Tempus is more like a canteen than an up market restaurant. The lighting is much too bright. The food was OK without being memorable. The main of hake on a slightly curried risotto would have been better had it just been fish with chips or risotto on its own. Breaded fish on top of risotto is bound to go soggy. The vegetarian curry was tasty but more like a soup than a curry. The starter of duck bonbons was nice. Overall we were expecting better.

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  2. Suzanne

    Newcastle

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Service a little erratic today. Food just ‘ok’: sandwich selection not very interesting. Sadly, I had an upset stomach through the night which wasn’t pleasant Would I visit again - most likely as the location, and the Tempus itself, is lovely

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  3. Alison

    Dumfries and Galloway

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 14 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous and unique place to eat. Great ambiance Helpful and attentive staff

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  4. Jane

    Newcastle

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 11 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything from arriving for pre dinner drinks to the meal was absolutely superb. Bar area and restaurant are well furnished and immaculate. Staff are friendly without being overbearing. Simple, uncluttered tables, with a modern feel. The food was beautiful. We both had different starters, mains and desserts, and we couldn’t fault any of it. We did find it quite expensive, but the quality of the food was among the best we’ve had anywhere. It would be nice to see perhaps a set/fixed price menu for hotel guests, particularly mid week.

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  5. Nicholas

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful venue with great decor and the staff are wonderful - polite, incredibly helpful, and go the extra mile to ensure a fantastic experience. Brilliant venue if you have wheelchair accessible requirements

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  6. Angela

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Sunday lunch. What a place! My roast pork was really delicious. Service staff all excellent and a very trendy fit out. Highly recommend you try this new eatery

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  7. Sarah

    Edinburgh

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 9 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing meal, attention to detail was perfect. Beautiful setting and decor and staff very attentive. Would definitely recommend.

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  8. Mike

    Newcastle

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Attractive modern surroundings, friendly staff, good food. Will return

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  9. George

    Newcastle

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    An impressive restaurant with efficient service, the overall impression however was brought down by the sight of Two dogs sitting on the upholstered seats throughout their owner’s meal nearby. If you adopt a dog friendly policy then surely staff need to enforce the “No dogs on seats” Policy too, for those of us in decent clothes who don’t want to be smelling of dogs backsides when we get up. (And the waiter we asked about this failed to follow it through).

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  10. Tim

    Newcastle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 26 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal (again), staff were attentive and very polite. Lovely place to be, and excellent food.

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The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate is rated 4.7 stars by 372 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 7 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate

Charlton Hall, Chathill, Northumberland NE67 5DZ

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Alnwick
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 8:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary British, Steak, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Dog Friendly, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Vegan
  • Website
    https://thetempus.co.uk/
  • Phone number
    01665 579173
  • Private party facilities
    At The Tempus, we offer an intimate private dining area comfortably accommodating 10 guests. Whatever occasion you are celebrating our dedicated team are here to make your celebrations unforgettable. Complete with our exquisite menus featuring the finest local ingredients. Let us help you create cherished memories in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
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