Fortunately we are blessed with numerous fabulous cafes where we can stay nice and warm and enjoy a coffee and cake, a tea and scone or something more substantial!
1. Rocking Horse Cafe and Gallery at Rock.
TripAdvisor rating 5/5 It opened in 2017 and promotes the use of local produce in the cafe and the stocking of local crafts in the small shop. Pictured are Steve Large, Andrew Byne and Julie Large. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman
2. The Origami Cafe, Alnwick
TripAdvisor rating 5/5 Just a few minutes walk from Alnwick Castle, with delicious homemade cakes and freshly ground coffee. There are also more than 30 flavours of ice cream milkshakes. Plus there are origami crafts and giftware for sale. Photo: Google
3. The Sand Bar in Amble
TripAdvisor rating 5/5 They are passionate about good food and ensure a warm welcome in the Friendliest Port, Amble.
If you want a hot and tasty breakfast cooked to perfection using locally sourced ingredients then pop in.
Michael Ashurst is pictured at The Sand Bar in Amble. Picture by Jane Coltman Photo: Jane Coltman
4. Bardon Mill Village Store & Tea Room
TripAdvisor rating 5/5 Its most recent TripAdvisor review says: 'Called in here for lunch. Really nice place. It was cold and raining outside and the Teashop was lovely cosy and welcoming.' Photo: Google