We opened The Velveteen Rabbit Luncheon Club around the idea of family; now we've decided to take some time to appreciate our own little family of three. Our opening hours will change as of Monday 18th March 2024.

The annual return of Stokesley show and we’ll be taking up a spot in the cookery theatre and the food hall too! Come and visit us at this one day agricultural show, one of the biggest in North Yorkshire on Sunday 25th September. Click the title above to learn more.

Our fourth year trading with Thrift. This fantastic festival sees a massive move to the other side of Teesside to Billingham. This year sees us take our usual place on the 24th and the 25th September with our selection of pies and tasty treats all made using local ingredients. Click the title above to read more.

Durhams biggest and best agricultural show takes place this September 2nd and 3rd in the village of Wolsingham. With loads to do and see from show jumping, craft tents, food marquees, vintage vehicles, birds of prey, dog agility courses, line dancing, live music and special attractions. Learn more and buy tickets here.

The annual return of the Stockton International Riverside Festival saw it move from its usual spot right on Riverside Road, to the Green over by Trinity Church. We were there this year! Read all about it in our latest blog post.

Saltburn food festival returned to huge crowds this year after they took the three year break over covid. This year saw the return of some favourite vendors, small makers and bakers, street food and the introduction of the cookery theatre. As usual we were there, this time on Milton Street. Click the title above to read more.

We welcome Bristol-based duo Fritillaries to The Burrow for a spellbinding, intimate gig. They've been together since they were kids, and their dulcet tones will be just the tonic for a relaxed, early summer Saturday evening. Tickets available from The Rabbit or call 01642 725383.

A great place to treat the tastebuds! Join us at the Bishop Auckland Food Festival 2023 where a vast selection of our tasty treats will be on the menu. This year's festival takes place from Saturday 22nd to Sunday 23rd April. See you there!

The Burrow Music nights are back for 2023! Join is for a night of good food, good wine and good music with local vocalist George Boomsma. Get your tickets by coming to see us or call us on 01642 725383.

We’ll be at Bishop Auckland Food Festival on the 2nd & 3rd October; with loads of other local food producers, some celebrity chefs in the cooking theatre, street food and local producers, this is a proper foodie festival in the land of the Prince Bishops. Come and say hello!

Come and join us for hand-made pies, pastries, breads & sweet treats on a traditional market stall in the picturesque village of Kirkleatham in North Yorkshire for the eco-friendly, family friendly festival of the year. There’s plenty to keep you entertained and well fed. Come and say hello, grab a pie and get involved!

Live music hosted by Elaine Palmer featuring Rob Corcoran. As always, we will be offering our foodie options before, during and after the sets. £15 per person. Food & beverage sold separately. Call us now to book.

Live music is back at The Velveteen Rabbit Luncheon Club. Join us in the borrow with Louis Brennan & Elaine Palmer on 2nd October from 6.30pm til late. Get in touch for more info and to book your place.

We’ve been awarded the 2020 Travellers Choice award from Trip Advisor, putting us in the top 10% of restaurants worldwide. A huge thank you to everyone who has booked in with us this since we reopened after lockdown, and to all our lovely customers who continue to show support. Click to read more!

The Corporate LiveWire North England Prestige Awards recognise small and medium sized businesses that have proven to the best in their market over the past 12 months. Thank you to all of our fantastic supporters, all of our customers and everyone who visits us. A big thank you to everyone who works with us, our suppliers and all of our front of house. You are all amazing and we couldn’t do this without you!

Celebrate in style with the rabbits with entertainment from Emma Wilson. Come and join us at our intimate underground venue in Great Ayton for live music, food, drinks and plenty of celebrations as we see out 2019 in style Check back shortly for more info on tickets and prices.

You might have noticed things have changed a little around here! We're immensely proud to unveil the brand new Velvet Rabbit Luncheon Club website! Learn more about our new website here. We hope you like it and we look forward to welcoming you here at The Velvet Rabbit Luncheon Club sometime in the not too distant future.