Colpitts Hotel

I have been going to Durham for years now, I like a nice walk round and a pint or two in the bars. I have until last week not been in the Colpitts for some reason. I have been missing out on what is now my favourite bar in Durham. The place has bags of character. When we went in the coal fire was burning in the bar , lovely and another coal fire in the back room, double lovely. The decor is old and is still fresh. The beer is Sam Smiths and you can talk without any interference from internet based things. I look forward to my next visit already. Check it out for yourself I have included photos.

Colpitts Hotel is a Samuel Smith pub, and it's a "digital detox pub," which means the use of technology is discouraged. And it's easily my favourite pub in Durham. The beer is outstanding—it is Samuel Smith, after all—and the prices can't be beat. The staff is exceptional, and the atmosphere is perfection. This is what a pub should be, and it gets my highest recommendation.

Proper local in Durham with a nice sense of community. Sam Smith's pub so don't expect Stella or Guinness, they only serve their own brands... but if you have a preference for Sam Smith's pubs, you know that already.

A nice local pub.
You can find excellent lager beer at here and have a lovely time with your friends.

Lovely couple always a welcome lovely coal fires hope you liked snowman merry xmas

Used to frequent this pub many years ago, and revisited it last week for a friend's birthday celebration changed a little but not lost its character, great value for money, and very very pleasant staff.

Fantastic place to be, lovely coal fires, and atmosphere is great, no phones or music, lovely cosy pub.

Top pub.
Please stay away.
We like it less crowded!

It’s a good place to have a chat with a friend, specially next to the fire. The staff is friendly and the place has a cosy distribution of space.

Fantastic, finally managed our first visit to a Samuel Smith pub, we only had a tenner so had to nip out for more cash as they don't accept cards. Great that there's a no digital devices policy as well. Smashing beer and a lovely atmosphere.

Friendly atmosphere. Very nice pub love the open fire.... Class

Lovely cosy friendly Samuel Smith pub. Would recommend x

This great locals sam smiths pub in Durham is correctly in the CAMRA GOOD BEER GUIDE GREAT AFFORDABLE SAMS ON HAND PUMP THE EXTRA STOUT IS ACE
LANDLORD TOP MAN AND A GREAT LOCAL FOLLOWING
PLEASE KEEP THIS LOCALS PUB ALIVE

Great no music, love it. Signs up saying no phones, try and stick to it 😅
Good value beers but spirits are expensive.

Great atmosphere and cheap beer, a proper pubs pub

A friend of mine runs this pub and does an excellent job. The beer and lager are great. Very friendly people who love to have a chat use the pub.

Great pub serving first class ale. Terrific atmosphere without the need for television or music. My favourite pub by miles.

An amazing traditional pub, no phones allowed and cash only but this helps with the warm welcome and fantastic atmosphere, and of course they serve a great pint right next to a relaxing fire. My favourite pub in Durham plus, it's dog friendly!

Great pub with some historical features dating back to 1920s.

Surely one of the best Sam Smith's pubs in the country.