Taste of Northumberland: Flavours Shaped by Land and Sea

Taste of Northumberland

Where food tells the story of place. From rugged coast to rolling hills, discover local flavours, skilled makers and inviting places to eat, drink and linger a little longer. A taste of Northumberland is what we love most.

Flavours That Tell the Story of Northumberland

Taste of Northumberland is a celebration of food grown, made and served with care in a county shaped by it's landscape and rich history. It brings together the people and places that give Northumberland its distinctive flavour.

When you see the Taste of Northumberland mark, you can feel confident you’re enjoying something truly local; from field, shore or still, crafted by those who know the land best. It’s a simple promise of quality, authenticity and pride.

Wander food trails, meet the makers, and uncover cafés, pubs and restaurants where local produce takes centre stage. Whether you’re nearby or discovering Northumberland for the first time, this is food that connects you to the place, the people and the stories behind every delicious moment.

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Restaurants

Dine in a castle drawing room, amongst fairy-lit treetops or al-fresco beneath the stars in Northumberland. We have everything from riverside restaurants to fish shacks on the beach, so you can make your next meal one to remember.

Pubs

Rub shoulders with locals, taste Northumbrian drinks or dine with your dog in one of Northumberland’s dog friendly pubs. From seafront pubs with beachside beer gardens to cosy, countryside inns with roaring log fires, we’ve got pubs a-plenty.

Cafes, Tea Rooms & Coffee Shops

Curl up in one of Northumberland’s cafés and tea rooms for a comforting cuppa or a warming coffee. Settle into comfy armchairs, indulge on home made baked goods in between sightseeing or quench your thirst in the sunshine on a garden terrace.

Seafood in Northumberland

Northumberland’s coast makes for fantastic seafood restaurants, which are plentiful throughout our old fishing villages. Lobster hatcheries, fish shacks, fish and chips shops and Michelin-star restaurants offer an eclectic mix of fresh seafood.

Afternoon Tea in Northumberland

If you’re looking for the best Afternoon Tea in Northumberland then look no further. We have collated a list of ten of the best Afternoon Teas in Northumberland that are excellent for a birthday celebration, Mother’s and Father’s Day, or just simply a no-occasion-needed treat.

Food and drink events

From celebrity chefs to agricultural shows, food and drink festivals in Northumberland are the perfect way to celebrate rural life and the county’s award-winning produce.

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