Be drawn towards the picturesque sight of Dr Syntax in New Ridley, Stocksfield. As an independent free house, a comprehensive range of beers and a fine selection of traditional cask ales are available to include brews from local Breweries. Dr Syntax is perfect for after work drinks, a celebration or to relax. History of the Inn The inn is named after a racehorse from the 19th century. Dr Syntax was foaled in 1811 and in the course of the next nine years, won twenty gold cups. Several of the trophies were obtained on northern courses and is likely that many toasts were drunk to this prodigy in the bar 150 years ago.