Situated to the south of the A693 road, it is home to an award-winning real ale pub, the Beamish Mary Inn (dating from 1897 and originally known as The Red Robin), and lies near the Beamish Mary coal pit. The local church is known at the "Tin Chapel".

CAMRA best pub in County Durham. 

"Excellent beer and staff. Never had a bad night here - except when I have to go home." 

"Friendly local with good local beers, staff are friendly and helpful."

"Visited this pub on a Sunday afternoon for a couple in the summer, cracking list of ales. Good staff, good locals, well worth a cheeky look in."