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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.

15/06/2026

Happy Birthday to our Baking Queen! 👑🎂

Today we're celebrating the wonderful Chef Suzanne — the magic hands (and heart!) behind every dreamy dessert that leaves The Ox kitchen.

From show-stopping puddings to the sweetest treats, you're the secret ingredient that makes everything extra special.

Wishing you the happiest of birthdays, beautiful. Thank you for all the love, passion and talent you bring to our kitchen every single week. We honestly don't know what we'd do without you!

We love you almost as much as we love your puddings... almost! 😘

All our love,
🧡 Your Durham Ox Family 🧡

14/06/2026

🚨 DAD ALERT 🚨

Just 1 week until Father's Day! 🍻

The response has been amazing (as always ❤️), and we're now down to just a few remaining tables.

So, if you've not organised anything yet and don't fancy the panic of trying to find somewhere next Sunday, we'd suggest getting a wiggle on! 😉

Treat Dad, Grandad, Stepdad, or that special father figure who deserves a proper spoil.

📞 Call direct to book before the last tables disappear.

13/06/2026

Its a small plate ting!

Tropical inspired tapas coming soon - July baby ✌️🌴

12/06/2026

☀️ IT’S NEW MENU DAY… WOOHOO! ☀️

Our brand-new Summer Menu officially launches this evening, and we couldn't be more excited!

Fresh flavours, seasonal ingredients, and dishes we already know you're going to love... and if this beauty is anything to go by, you're in for a real treat. 🤤

Just look at it! 😍

A few tables remain for this evening, so if you're thinking about joining us, you know what to do... 📞

☀

11/06/2026

Missed out on our Spanish Tapas launch last week? Here's a little glimpse of what you've been missing... 🇪🇸🤤

From sizzling favourites to authentic Spanish flavours, it's safe to say this menu has gone down an absolute treat!

Thanks to a few last-minute cancellations, we've got some tables available this evening.

So, whether you're joining us for the first time or coming back for another taste, tonight could be your chance to grab a seat.

You know what to do... 📞 Call direct to reserve your table.

10/06/2026

Happy Birthday, Mr Button! 🎉🎂

"You lost your mind?"
"You mad, bro?"

Just a couple of the many wise words our little legend has blessed us with over the years 😂

Christian, watching you grow both as a person and in your career has been an absolute pleasure. From day one, you've shown incredible talent, dedication, and a heart of gold. Your kindness, hard work, and passion shine through in everything you do... well, most days 😉.

We're so proud of everything you've achieved and so grateful to have you as part of the team. And of course, no tribute would be complete without mentioning your famous post-service microsleeps — one of the many things that make you uniquely you 😂.

Have the most fabulous birthday darling 🥂

Lots of love from your Durham Ox family ❤️

🎉🍾🎂

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

Address

25 Durham Street
Ilkeston
DE78FQ

Telephone

+441158547107

Website

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

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