# The Cross Keys Gainford > A warm and friendly welcome awaits ## Posts - [Currently Not Serving Food](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/currently-not-serving-food/): Due to personal circumstances we have decided to stop serving evening meals and Sunday lunches for the forseeable future. We will be honouring bookings and serving Sunday lunches on Mother’s day 19th March and will also continue to offer our grazing boards on a weekend to both eat in and takeaway. We would like to […] - [Food Now Served Thursday And Friday Evenings](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/food-now-served-thursday-and-friday-evenings/): From Thursday 16th February we are excited to announce we will be extending our evening food offering to Thursday as well as Friday evening. The menu will change weekly on Thursdays and Fridays and food will be served between 5-8pm. ‘Kids eat free’ will only be on Thursdays and it’s for under 11 years old […] - [Excalibur Musical Duo 12th February](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/excalibur-musical-duo-12th-february/): Fancy something a little bit different this weekend? Following on from our Sunday lunch service this Sunday 12th February, versatile duo Excalibur will be performing in the bar from 4pm, playing a variety of instruments including folk guitar and harp. Join us to enjoy a relaxing drink whilst listening to classical, folk and Irish music! […] - [Marc Atkinson Live At The Cross Keys](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/marc-atkinson-live-at-the-cross-keys/): Our next live music event is on Saturday 18th March when the fantastic Marc Atkinson  will be performing his solo acoustic routine, playing music from the 60’s right through to the present day that YOU, the audience, get to choose!! Kicks off at 8:30pm and is set to be another brilliant night! This event is […] - [Lairy Laughs Comedy Night 20th January 2023](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/lairy-laughs-comedy-night-20th-january-2023/): We are delighted to be holding our very popular comedy night once again on 20th January, 7.30pm, at the Cross Keys. Join us for a night of laughs…just the thing to beat the post-Christmas blues. This is a FREE event. - [Burns Night And Quiz January 2023](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/burns-night-and-quiz-january-2023/): We are excited to announce the date of our annual Burns Night celebrations. The evening begins at 7.30pm on Friday 27th January. Join us for a wee dram at our Burn’s Night Celebrations! There’ll be a Scottish themed quiz and we’ll be serving up haggis, neeps and tatties! Scottish themed attire recommended! Slàinte Mhath!!   - [Live Music At The Cross Keys Gainford](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/live-music-at-the-cross-keys-gainford/): We are so excited to announce our full line up of live music for 2023. We have done our research and found some of the best live music in the North-East. We will be bringing you a full itinerary of live music events over the next 9 months!!  There is certain to be something to […] - [Santa's Sleigh Christmas Eve](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/santas-sleigh-christmas-eve/): It’s almost that time of year again when Santa and his elves will once again be visiting our village! This has been a longstanding tradition that has been funded for many years from monies raised by The Cross Keys, the sleigh fund being established by my late mum, Mo and carried on by my late […] - [An Evening of Clairvoyance](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/an-evening-of-clairvoyance/): We are delighted to be able to welcome Eddy Quinn, Clairvoyant, back to The Cross Keys for another evening of clairvoyance. Back by popular demand, there are limited tickets which are available to pre-order for £5 or for £7 on the door (subject to availability). Phone: 07804006083 to secure your ticket. - [Recommended By The Restaurant Guru](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/recommended-by-the-restaurant-guru/): Received a nice little surprise earlier today, we are now recommended on Restaurant Guru thanks to all the positive reviews from our wonderful customers! - [Comedy Night Thursday 8 September](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/comedy-night-thursday-8-september/): Back by popular request….we can’t wait for the next in our super popular comedy nights with host Jord Lozman of Lairy Laughs. If you have not yet been to one of our comedy nights…what are you waiting for!?  These nights have proved so popular with Jord introducing 6 up and coming comedians to the mic. […] - [Food Hygiene Rating 5 Star](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/food-hygiene-rating-5-star/): We are delighted to be awarded the highest 5 star rating from the Food Standards Agency…and thank our wonderful team for their hard work and dedication.  Since we started serving Sunday Lunch and Pie and Parmo Nights we have welcomed so many people into The Cross Keys…visitors and residents and have enjoyed fabulous feedback. This […] - [Chicken Parmo in Teesdale](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/chicken-parmo-in-teesdale/): If you have tried our best selling Parmo…you will know why our customers keep on coming back!  The favourite dish of Teesside is also available in Teesdale…at The Cross Keys Gainford. The perfect combination of breaded chicken breast, oozing in bechamel sauce and delicious melted cheese.  Book your table at our weekly Pie & Parmo […] - [Tuesday 24th May Pie and Parmo Night](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/tuesday-24th-may-pie-and-parmo-night/): We will be opening from 4pm Tuesday 24th May evening as a special request and serving our homemade pies & parmos! These must be preordered by 2pm on Tuesday. Choices are Steak & Guinness or Chicken & Mushroom pies along with original, Hotshot or Kiev parmo’s to eat in or takeaway. Just ring or message […] - [Lairy Laughs Comedy Night 22nd June](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/lairy-laughs-comedy-night-22nd-june/): With the huge success of our last comedy night we are delighted to secure the super talented Jord for another night of side splitting laughs. Our next Lairy Laughs Comedy night hosted by our very own Jord Lozman will be held on Wednesday the 22nd June. Tickets are on sale now at a very reasonable […] - [Lairy Laughs Comedy with Jord Lozman](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/lairy-laughs-comedy-with-jord-lozman/): Wednesday 11th May sees the launch night of Lairy Laughs Comedy at The Cross Keys Gainford, hosted by our very own Jord Lozman! 6 exceptional comedians will take to the mic to bring you a night of laughter! Tickets are available now through the link below or by contacting us on 01325 730237 or dropping […] - [Outdoor Seating Extended](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/outdoor-seating-extended/): We have been very busy adding additional seating underneath the arch in the beer garden. Sheltered from the elements we have even included 2 extra patio heaters …just for those days when the sun doesn’t shine on Gainford.  Perfect for a catch up with friends or simply chilling out alone…with a drink. Dogs …of course […] - [An Evening of Clairvoyance with Eddy Quinn](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/an-evening-of-clairvoyance-with-eddy-quinn/): Experience a clairvoyant night with Eddy Quinn at The Cross Keys, Gainford on Wed 4th May starting at 7:30pm! Tickets will be on sale behind the bar but are limited so early booking recommended. For those wanting to eat beforehand we will be serving Antipasti and cheese sharing platters, just order these on booking. Timings […] - [Parties Baby Showers and Events](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/parties-baby-showers-and-events/): Are you planning a party? Do you have a family event or a celebration coming up? Or are you organising a baby shower? …If you are  looking for a special venue, situated in a stunning setting for any kind of event or gathering…why not consider The Cross Keys Gainford?  We are located within approximately a […] - [Mother's Day Afternoon Tea](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/mothers-day-afternoon-tea/): Treat those you love this Mother’s Day weekend to an ‘out of the ordinary’  Afternoon Tea at The Cross Keys in Gainford. Situated in a beautiful village, our beautifully appointed dining room enjoys sweeping views across the village green. Spend time relaxing, whilst enjoying a selection of the finest quality sweet and savoury treats. Make […] - [Traditional Teesdale Sunday Lunch](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/traditional-teesdale-sunday-lunch/): We serve a delicious, traditional Sunday lunch every Sunday. Enjoy your pick from a choice of perfectly cooked meat served with an array of freshly cooked vegetables.  All topped off with Yorkshire puddings and homemade gravy…what could be better?! Booking is essential and Sunday lunch is served from 12.30pm until 4pm weekly.  Reserve your table […] - [Pie & Parmo Night Friday](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/pie-parmo-night-friday/): We are delighted with the success of our Pie & Parmo night with booking now proving essential.  We serve delicious home cooked pies and parmos…not forgetting those triple fried chips…from 5.30pm until 8pm.  Send us a message  to reserve your table and don’t forget to let us know if any of your party would like […] ## Pages - [Keyhole Cafe](https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/keyhole-cafe/): [et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ fullwidth=”on” disabled_on=”off|off|off” admin_label=”Hero” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ background_enable_color=”off” parallax=”on” custom_padding=”|||” da_disable_devices=”off|off|off” transparent_background=”on” global_colors_info=”{}” da_is_popup=”off” da_exit_intent=”off” da_has_close=”on” da_alt_close=”off” da_dark_close=”off” da_not_modal=”on” da_is_singular=”off” da_with_loader=”off” da_has_shadow=”on”][et_pb_fullwidth_header title=”KeyHole Cafe” subhead=”At The Cross Keys Gainford” text_orientation=”center” header_fullscreen=”on” button_one_url=”https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/menus-the-cross-keys-gainford/” button_two_url=”#contact” background_overlay_color=”rgba(31,31,31,0.65)” subhead_font_color=”#bebebe” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ title_font=”Playfair Display||||” title_text_color=”#c39d63″ title_font_size=”72px” title_line_height=”1.3em” content_font=”Montserrat||||||||” content_text_color=”#FFFFFF” content_font_size=”18px” content_line_height=”1.8em” subhead_font=”Montserrat|600||on|||||” subhead_text_color=”#c39d63″ subhead_font_size=”25px” subhead_letter_spacing=”3px” subhead_line_height=”1.5em” background_enable_color=”off” background_image=”https://thecrosskeysgainford.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Wraps-from-the-Keyhole-Cafe.jpg” parallax=”on” parallax_method=”on” background_blend=”multiply” custom_button_one=”on” […] - 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