There's nothing like a relaxing cup of tea, a scone or a traditional 'border tart' in a busy cafe or traditional tea room. In Northumberland we've got some fantastic places for that light snack or warming drink, and even a belly busting 'stottie' sandwich for when you've worked up a serious appetite in Northumberland's great outdoors.
For a unique tea experience head to Howick Gardens & Arboretum, the former home of Earl Grey, the ex-prime minister of Britain for whom the world famous Earl Grey tea was created. The blend of tea leaves was specifically created to compliment the natural water at Howick Hall, meaning you will only experience how Earl Grey tea was originally meant to taste here.
Many Northumberland gardens and stately homes have excellent value tearooms serving tasty locally made snacks, often with great views out over the landscaped grounds.
You will also find many farm shops selling the very best of local produce dotted around Northumberland, and many offer bustling cafes in which to enjoy a light snack while contemplating what locally grown and organic foods you wish to buy.
All of our larger market towns have some great places for coffee and a chat - one of our best known coffee shops is within Alnwick's Barter Books - which is housed in the town's former railway station - where you can relax with a hot drink and a good second hand book.
Our coastal towns and villages also have a fine selection of cafes and tea rooms - just the thing after a bracing walk on one of our stunning beaches.
Dubbed “The River Cottage of the North” by Luxe magazine (2013), and renowned as the place to find the traditional tastes of Hadrian’s Wall country, Vallum is a unique and growing community of artisans whose produce is enjoyed by visitors from all over the country.
Allendale’s Bakery Café offers a warm welcome to locals and visitors alike.
Kirkharle Lake and Courtyard is home to an historic farm courtyard, Coffee-house/Restaurant and range of unique arts and crafts workshops.
We are a family run Farmshop, Traditional Tearoom and Touring Caravan & Camp Site situated in the Heart of Hadrians Wall Country.
Kielder Castle Cafe is integrated in the ancient Kielder Castle, built in 1775 as a hunting lodge for the Duke of Northumberland. The cosy family run cafe serves locally sourced homemade food daily including breakfasts, lunches, snacks, soup and cakes.
Visit the newly re-vamped Café on the Water at Tower Knowe Visitor Centre for a unique experience.
Results: 14