FATHER’S DAY – FIRST PINT ON US
Book your table online and Dad’s first pint is on us.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed catch-up or a full family get-together, we’ve got everything you need to celebrate properly. Enjoy all your usual Sunday favourites, from hearty roasts to classic pub dishes, plus a great selection of drinks behind the bar.
Tables are expected to fill up fast, so book early to secure your spot.
A traditional family-friendly pub
Welcome to The Cross Keys, a charming pub that has stood on the green of Washington for over 200 years. We're proud to serve our community as the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy our delicious menu with your favourite drink in hand.
We offer a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, a lovely beer garden and a menu packed with the most appetising dishes. Our passion for taking traditional pub classics and making them the best around by using the most decadent of ingredients, makes every meal served have you coming back time and time again!
Whether you’re here for a meal, drinks with friends, or to watch live sports, The Cross Keys is the perfect spot for every occasion.
SERIOUSLY GOOD PUB FOOD
There’s nothing quite like the great British pub when it comes to food, and that’s what we’re all about. A place where proper pub classics meet indulgent flavours, and irresistible bar snacks pair perfectly with our drinks.
With traditional family favourites, small plates to keep the little ones happy and generous sharers to enjoy between friends, our menus are bursting with flavour and promises to satisfy any craving.
Find your new favourite pour
Our bar is bursting with all your favourite drinks. From world lagers and tasty spirits to wines, cocktails, and everything in between… yep, even Buzzballs!
Swing by for a speedy cocktail with your bestie, a chilled-out pint at the bar, or go big for celebrations and game days. Whatever you’re craving, we’ve got something that’ll make your tastebuds do a little happy dance every time.
FIND US
The Cross Keys is located right at the heart of Washington, right by the picturesque village green. You’ll find us just off the A1 motorway, a few minutes from Washington Wetland Centre, Herrington Country Park and Wearside Golf Club!
Enjoy the hustle and bustle of the locals passing by as you take your favourite seat. Whether you’ve been exploring the local area, or just wanting a pub outing – we’ll see you soon.
‼️ Unfortunately we have had to close our kitchen to the public for the rest of the day. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause. We will be back open as usual tomorrow.
Get your teams together and join us at the Cross Keys, Washington from 7pm tonight for our weekly quiz night. Pub Quiz, Card Bingo & Play Your Cards Right! Cash prizes to be won with a jackpot of £245 for Play Your Cards Right 🤑 Free bar snacks for all quizzers too 😋 See you tonight 😃
We are excited to welcome back to the Cross Keys, Washington, The Green Grocer At Lilly Bows this Saturday 10am - 1pm. Loads of quality fruit & veg plus delicious pies, bread, jams, chutneys, much more and new this time delicious fresh cream cakes 😋 Get down early so you don’t miss out. Remember cash only for them please.
A huge and appreciative thank you to all of our lovely customers who joined us over the fabulous Sunny bank holiday weekend. Thank you for including us in your catch ups and celebrations it is very much appreciated ❤️ And of course a huge thank you to team Cross Keys, each and every one of you for all of your hard work and support, keeping our pub clean and tidy and working through some extremely busy and hot shifts 🥵 you are the best ❤️ Now time to relax 😀
Tables and Chairs are out, the sun is out ☀️, it is a Bank Holiday weekend, we are ready!
