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.

Meet the makers and follow one of our three brand new self-guided trails: Wild Eats across rolling countryside stops, Tea in the Town among cobbled market towns, or Catch of the Coast through quaint fishing villages. Read the full food trails guide or dive into the trails below to start planning. You'll also find restaurants in Northumberland, local cafés in the region and some of the best pubs Northumberland has to offer, all championing local produce. Whether you're nearby or discovering Northumberland for the first time, these are the places where food connects you to the people, the stories, and the moments that make every bite memorable.

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Restaurants

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

Pubs & Inns

Rub shoulders with locals, taste Northumbrian drinks or dine with your dog in one of the best pubs in Northumberland. 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 in home-made baked goods between sightseeing, or find the perfect spot for afternoon tea in Northumberland on a garden terrace.

Breweries & Distilleries

Shaped by the landscape, local producers have crafted something delicious for you to taste, full of flavour and Northumbrian spirit.

Retailers & Producers

Northumberland is renowned for its fresh local produce including the famous Craster kippers, venison and game birds, hill lamb, beef, poultry, heritage potatoes, asparagus, strawberries, real ale, mead, rum… need we go on?

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

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 & 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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Win a Food Lovers Break in Northumberland

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Self-Guided Taste Trails

Wild Eats

From windswept moorland to hearty local kitchens, this is Northumberland at its most untamed. Follow your own path through wide-open landscapes and rural heartlands, stopping wherever the food takes you. No guide, no timetable, just wild scenery and the best flavours the county has to offer.

Tea in the Town

Wander cobbled streets, browse independent shops and pause at hidden green spaces as you make your way through Northumberland and beyond. In this part of the world, "tea" means dinner, and these five stops know how to do it well. Follow your nose to characterful pubs and standout kitchens serving up a proper evening meal, there's a treat waiting at every turn.

Catch of the Coast

From bustling harbours to quiet coastal villages, this is Northumberland's seafood at its best. Follow the coast road between five standout kitchens, each one making the most of the catch landed just beyond its door. No guide, no timetable, just fresh flavours and some of the finest coastal views the county has to offer.

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07 September 2026

Food trails in Northumberland

Experience Northumberland’s amazing food scene with self-guided trails across the county. Each with five stops, you can choose from wild countryside eats, coastal catches or market town treats. Every itinerary features only Taste of Northumberland businesses, so you can be assured you are enjoying the best local ingredients.

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08 April 2026

10 Foodie Spots Where You Can Taste Northumberland

Discover the flavours of Northumberland through a collection of local businesses that truly care about what they produce and serve. From friendly cafés and restaurants to independent shops, producers and suppliers, each one is part of the Taste of Northumberland scheme, celebrating local ingredients, skilled makers and a real connection to the land. It’s a simple way to enjoy great food and support local while you explore.