Turks Head, Darlington

Property Description

Proper Pubs are seeking a new operator for The Turks Head, available from the end of November 2025. The Turks Head is a true community local, situated in the heart of Darlington, a large market town in County Durham, North East England. The town lies on the River Skerne and forms part of the wider Tees Valley region, alongside Middlesbrough, Stockton-on-Tees, Hartlepool and Redcar & Cleveland. This well established pub is an integral part of Darlington’s diverse and vibrant social circuit. Nestled on a busy street with strong footfall and surrounded by numerous local shops, The Turks Head offers excellent potential for an enthusiastic operator to build upon its solid local reputation and welcoming community feel.

Upon entering through the front door, guests are greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. To the left hand side, there’s a pool room, offering a lively social space perfect for casual games and catch ups. On the right hand side, a raised seating area features comfortable fixed seating. A long, narrow bar runs through the centre of the pub, serving as the heart of the pub. Just off the main bar area are snug spaces furnished with high tables and stools. At the rear, you will find a fantastic enclosed beer garden, branded by Guinness and truly one of a kind in this area. The garden features a large TV, making it the perfect spot for match days and charity events.

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The Turks Head is a much loved community pub at the heart of the neighbourhood, proudly supported by loyal locals. The external redecoration of the pub will soon be underway, enhancing its curb appeal and giving it a fresh new look. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, the pub offers a lively entertainment programme featuring Karaoke, Indie nights, DJs, and live bands ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Sports fans are well catered for with Sky Sports and TNT Sports, showing all the major fixtures on well positioned TV screens throughout the pub. Committed to its community roots, The Turks Head regularly hosts charity events and fundraisers, giving back to the local community. Locals can enjoy a wide and varied drinks selection, showcasing top-quality brands, weekly promotions, and exciting monthly deals offering great value and something new to try every time. At Proper Pubs, we’re passionate about creating great community spaces that make a positive impact. The Turks Head will continue to be a place where everyone feels welcome, entertained, and part of the community. The pub has a late license at the weekends and the new operator would want to ensure that this is utilised to its full potential. The pub has an established pool team and the darts is played on target darts interactive system.

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