The Smokehouse
Lively Bishop Auckland spot with high chairs, a kids' menu, gluten-free options and outdoor seating — booking recommended.

Bakery · Bishop Auckland
Bakeries can be a gamble with children, but the moderate noise here means a chattering toddler won't be the loudest thing in the room and nobody will mind a dropped fork. High chairs and a kids' menu mean you can walk in with a little one and not have to improvise a meal from side orders. Gluten-free options are worth knowing about too, especially somewhere baking is the main event — coeliac kids often get handed a sad bowl of fruit instead. At ££ it's an easy mid-morning stop in Bishop Auckland rather than a big occasion.

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.
Lively Bishop Auckland spot with high chairs, a kids' menu, gluten-free options and outdoor seating — booking recommended.
Budget-friendly pizza in Bishop Auckland with a kids' menu, high chairs, gluten-free choices and step-free buggy access.
Easy, low-cost café stop in Bishop Auckland with high chairs, a kids' menu, step-free buggy access and gluten-free choices.