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KID’S EAT FOR £1

Keep the whole family happy this half term with our Kids Eat for £1 offer.

From Monday to Thursday, kids can enjoy a meal for just £1 when you purchase an adult main – perfect for easy, affordable family days out.

Whether you’re stopping by after a day of adventures or planning a relaxed meal together, we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy. Great food, great value, and no washing up – sounds like a win all round.

Party in the Pub - August Bank Holiday

Join us for the ultimate Bank Holiday send-off as we celebrate the last long weekend of the summer in style.

Whether you’re catching up with friends, rounding up the family, or just making the most of the extra day off, there’s no better place to be. Sip on 2 for £12 Aperol Spritz, explore our great selection of beers and wines, and soak up the atmosphere all weekend long.

If the sun’s shining, even better – it’s the perfect excuse to grab a drink and settle in. Good vibes, great drinks, and plenty of reasons to stay for one more…

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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More from our socials...

It’s Tuesday so why not take advantage of our Two Pub Classics deal for only £13.49 served 5pm - 8pm this evening. Let us look after you 😊 www.crosskeyswashington.com/food/#menu

Wow Wow Wow!! ❤️ Thank you so much to everyone who has supported our Alzheimer's Society charity day yesterday. Together we have raised an amazing £738.72. Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets, purchased an old picture from the pub, dined with us for Sunday Lunch, played Card Bingo, put your pennies / pounds in the bucket, just popped in to say hello, we are genuinely blown away by everyone’s generosity. Thank You ❤️ #alzheimerssocietyuk

Good Luck today to the amazing Washington Village in Bloom Group for the National judging 🤞 Thank you for all of your hard work in making our lovely village so lovely and such a lovely place to be ❤️

It’s is all about raising money for such an amazing cause at the Cross Keys, Washington today.

** Update on our Alzheimer’s Charity Day ** When is it???….. Sunday 2nd August is all about raising money for the amazing Alzheimer’s Society here at the Cross Keys, Washington ❤️ What is happening??… Unfortunately we have not had enough interest to host a car boot sale, however we still have plenty going on…. ✅ We still have raffle tickets available for a selection of great prizes. Raffle drawn 6pm on Sunday. 🃏 Card Bingo from 5pm (£1.50 per game with £1 into the prize pot and 50p to Alzheimer’s) 🖼️ We have a selection of old pictures / prints that have once hung in the pub available to purchase. 😋 For every roast dinner purchased this Sunday Rob & Gill will personally donate £1 to the Alzheimer’s Society. All monies raised from the above will go directly to the Alzheimer’s Society. So whether you take part, pop in for a drink or to make a small donation we hope to see you on Sunday. Lets make it a great day for a great cause 😃 #alzheimerssocietyuk

School out and we still have our kids deal - purchase a kids menu meal for only £1 when purchasing any adults meal from the main menu. Available all day Monday - Thursday 😋 Food served 12pm - 8pm Let us look after you and the kids 😊 https://www.crosskeyswashington.com/food/#menu

Last chance for anyone who has had a clear out and has stuff to sell or anyone local looking to sell their crafts and goods, send us a message or pop in to book your space for Sunday!

Get your teams together and thinking caps on as it is quiz night tonight at the Cross Keys, Washington. 🤔 Starting at 7pm we have our Pub Quiz, Card Bingo & Play Your Cards Right, all with cash prizes and a jackpot of £136 for Play Your Cards Right! Plus free hot bar snacks for all quizzers. 😋 Whether you are a first time quizzer or a regular team we hope to see you tonight 😃

Let us take care of Sunday lunch for you today. Join us for a delicious traditional Sunday roast, Beef, Chicken, Pork or a trio of all three 😋 All available fully gluten free. Not fancying a roast, no problem we have our Sunday Classics available too . Serving food from 12pm - 5pm https://www.crosskeyswashington.com/food/#menu

The Green Grocer At Lilly Bows at the Cross Keys, Washington now until 1pm Loads of delicious fresh produce 😋

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