The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate

4.7

372 Reviews

£26 to £40

Contemporary British

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

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.

Location
Charlton Hall, Chathill, Northumberland NE67 5DZ
Neighborhood
Alnwick
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

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.
Festive Afternoon Tea
£34.95 per person
Dec 2, 2024 - Dec 31, 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.

What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Newcastle and Northumberland
Best Ambiance
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

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Huw
San Francisco
69 reviews
vip
2.0
69 reviews
Dined on November 15, 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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Suzanne
Newcastle
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on November 15, 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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Alison
Dumfries and Galloway
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 14, 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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Jane
Newcastle
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 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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Nicholas
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 10, 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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Angela
Yorkshire
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 10, 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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Sarah
Edinburgh
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 9, 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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Mike
Newcastle
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 2, 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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George
Newcastle
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 27, 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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Tim
Newcastle
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 26, 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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FAQs

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

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

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

Neighborhood
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
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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.

The Tempus, Charlton Hall Estate

Make a reservation

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

The Tempus Afternoon Tea

Festive Afternoon Tea

Menu

What 372 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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