Our Time at The Jolly Fisherman, Craster
A Lunch Stop on the Coast Path
We often stop in Craster when we're walking the stretch of coastal path between Boulmer and Beadnell. What we stop for depends entirely on the time.
If we're early, it's coffee and cake at the Shoreline Café. If we've hit the lunch window, it's The Jolly Fisherman.
And a pint.
What We Order
Our usual is a light lunch: a cheese toastie, a crab sandwich or a baked potato. All three are delicious, and they arrive beautifully presented, with nice little extras like crisps and coleslaw, or chips.
Exactly what you want halfway along the coast with a few more miles still to go.
Inside or Out?
That depends on Northumberland.
When the weather's kind, we eat outside. There are plenty of tables at both the front and the back, and the patio looks out over the harbour.
When the weather's acting silly, we retreat to a table in the bar, with Meg settled underneath.
At weekends, and particularly in high season, the bar gets very busy, so get there early if you want to be sure of a seat.
And the Restaurant?
We've never actually eaten in the restaurant. We've heard it's very good, and it has a super view over the harbour and up the coast towards Dunstanburgh Castle. One for a future visit, minus the walking boots.
The Heather & Sand Verdict
Our go-to lunch stop on the Craster stretch of the coast path: a good pint, a proper light lunch, harbour views and a warm welcome for Meg. Just get there early at weekends.
