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The Durham Ox is a Family owned local restaurant with rooms in the heart of Ilkeston, Derbyshire.
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Nestled between Nottingham and Derby our award winning chef creates something a little bit special. Nestled between Nottingham and Derby our award winning chef creates something a little bit special – fresh exciting food with a healthy mix of wonderfully talented people that are passionate about what they do. Recognised as a 2021 Traveller’s Choice winner by Trip Advisor for consistently delivering fantastic experiences to our guests.

05/06/2026

🌸 The final weekend of our much-loved Spring Menu is here! 🌸

Before we welcome our brand-new Summer menu, we thought we'd take a moment to celebrate some of the season's biggest stars – the dishes you've loved, ordered again and again, and kept us talking about all spring long. 😍

If you've been meaning to squeeze in one last Spring feast, now's your chance!

✨ Last-minute dinner plans? We just might have you covered.

📞 Call direct to reserve your table.

🌿☀️

04/06/2026

Happy 18th Birthday to our baby Badger 🦡😂 …(don’t ask) Grace!

Our babies are growing up 😭 Watching you flourish from the quiet, shy 16-year-old who was scared of everything into the beautiful, confident young woman you are today has been such a joy to watch.

You’re basically running the place now babes 😂 and you NEVER stop talking — what a transformation!

Your sense of humour is honestly unmatched, there’s never a dull moment when you’re on shift.

And soon we’ll have to let you go, because the big wide world is calling your name… and darling, you are going to go alllll the way ✨

Have the most amazing birthday. We are so proud of you and think the absolute world of you ❤️

All our love,
Your Durham Ox gang x

03/06/2026

🇪🇸 Spanish Tapas returns tomorrow night! 🇪🇸
And honestly... we can't wait! 💃🍷☀️

Our much-loved Spanish Tapas evenings are back for June, bringing a little taste of Spain to The Durham Ox.

Tables have been filling fast, with only limited availability remaining across the month. If you've been thinking about joining us, now's the time to secure your spot — it won't be back until next year!

📞 Call us direct to reserve your table:
0115 854 7107

¡Vamos! 🇪🇸✨

02/06/2026

Happy 18th Birthday to our wonderful Max! 🎉

People genuinely stop us in the street to tell us how incredible you are at what you do — and honestly, we couldn’t agree more.

The most polite, hardworking young man you could ever wish to meet, with compliments that just never stop coming… and every single one is deserved.

You give 100% every shift, always step up when we need you, and bring such a lovely energy to the team. We are so lucky to have you with us ❤️

Have the most amazing birthday darling — you deserve the world!

Lots of love from all of us at The Durham Ox xx

29/05/2026

WALTER & JESSE who?? 😂

Behind the scenes at The Durham Ox touching up paintwork… or at least attempting to.

Lois got one idea in her head and suddenly we’re in full white overalls and facemasks like we’ve opened an underground lab in Mexico 😂

Honestly, when this chick decides something, you just go with it.

Thinking of starting a new sideline…
DM for a quote 🎨🤣

28/05/2026

Here she isssss ☀️

Our BRAND NEW Summer Menu has finally landed – and trust us, she’s a beauty!

Launching Friday 12th June and packed full of fresh flavours, seasonal favourites and a few dishes we already know you’re going to become obsessed with 👀

Now tell us… what’s got your attention first? Drop your must-try dish in the comments below 👇✨

27/05/2026

Tomorrow night is the FINAL night of our much-loved Mexican Tapas and honestly… we’re not ready to say adiós 😭

The feedback has been incredible and you lot have absolutely LOVED this one ❤️

We’ve just had some last-minute availability land, so whether it’s your first rodeo or you’re coming back for one last fiesta, give us a call to grab your table 🌶️

📞 0115 854 7107

24/05/2026

Today’s Special… Steak in the sunshine, anyone? ☀️🥩✨

Nothing says Bank Holiday happiness quite like great food, good company, and a long weekend. Happy Bank Holiday, you lovely lot — come and soak up the sunshine with us! 🍾

21/05/2026

APPARENTLY a little dicky bird has told us the sun is finally making an appearance… WOOOOHOOOO ☀️😂

Not before time either, ay?!

And our gorgeous little garden terrace is READY and raring to go 🌿🍷

Pre-drinks in the sunshine?
Al fresco dining?
A cold glass of something lovely while pretending we’re abroad? We’ve got you covered 😎✨

Limited tables remaining this weekend
📞 0115 854 7107 to book

20/05/2026

🇪🇸 Spanish is coming… and June just got a whole lot more exciting 🌞🍷

Every Thursday in June, The Durham Ox is bringing the flavours, vibes & chaos of a Spanish tapas night straight to your table 💃

Think sangria flowing, tables full of tapas, and serious holiday energy…

READY. STEADY. VAMOS. 🇪🇸✨

Bookings now open
📞 0115 854 7107

Address

25 Durham Street
Ilkeston
DE78FQ

Telephone

+441158547107

Website

http://www.durhamoxilkeston.co.uk/

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