HEXHAM & Tynedale Restaurant Week recorded another hugely successful autumn event as organisers look to build on its current 'momentum' into next year.
Organisers say that the October (6-12) 2025 edition of Hexham & Tynedale Restaurant Week 'exceeded expectations' and that it created a 'real buzz' throughout the town.
Hexham and Tynedale's take on the nationally ubiquitous restaurant week concept, which sees hospitality establishments offer discounted prices for a limited time, was expanded this year.
All in all, 20 restaurants, cafes, inns, and hotels in the area were involved in the October event, with many reporting that their offers and deals led to a surge in customer numbers.
Grant Cameron, owner of the Garden Coffee House, said: "Hexham’s second restaurant week for us was another success. We saw a noticeable increase in footfall in Hexham, which, of course, led to a busier week!
"Going forward, we will definitely look to continue partaking in the Restaurant Weeks as it’s not only great for independent businesses, but also for Hexham as a town."
A spokesperson for the Beaumont Hotel said, "We have only positive feedback for this month’s restaurant week initiative. Elise Geddes worked extremely hard to market the event, and the impact on us and the surrounding businesses has been extremely positive.
"Our menu was enjoyed by guests, and it was great to welcome so many guests, both returning and new. We can’t wait for next year's restaurant week already."
The Miah brothers, who own Zyka, said: "It was great to see everyone, friends and family coming out to enjoy the restaurant week and supporting the local restaurants. We would like to share our gratitude to everyone who made it a success, and long may it continue."
Organiser of the event, Elise Geddes, said she was 'delighted' with the success of restaurant week, and happy that it is 'shining a spotlight' on the 'incredible' hospitality business we have across the area.
"The response has far exceeded expectations - restaurants reported fully booked services, increased midweek trade, and a real buzz throughout the town. Seeing venues collaborate, showcase their creativity, and welcome so many new customers has been incredibly rewarding. The feedback from diners and businesses alike has been overwhelmingly positive, and it’s clear there’s a real appetite for this kind of initiative.
"I have worked hard on creating this event for the past 12 months & am looking forward to making this event bigger and better in 2026!
"The project, so far, has been fully funded by me and some sponsors/local businesses to help with printing costs, such as GULP Photography (Sean Elliott), Robson Print, LWC Drinks, and That Taxi Co (TTC) - I would like to take this opportunity to thank them for their support! If you have a business that would like to sponsor the next event, please get in touch."
The next Hexham & Tynedale Restaurant Week is set to run again on March 2-8, 2026.
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