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A small harbourside stand known for fresh doughnuts and pasties cooked to order, a favourite quick stop while watching the boats.

An excellent B&B a short walk from the town centre, with a warm host, homemade chocolates on arrival and a breakfast menu built on quality local ingredients.

A genuinely excellent dog-friendly pub near Belsay, with a warm, cosy atmosphere and consistently good, generous home-cooked food - well worth booking ahead.

A large inn and hotel on Willowburn Industrial Estate, popular for its all-day menu and comfortable rooms, though it can be noisy given its proximity to the A1.

A hotel and restaurant in the centre of the village, popular for its wood-fired pizza and generous portions, with rooms recently given a smart refurbishment.

A small beach hut café on The Wynding serving coffee and rolls with sea views, right on the path down to Bamburgh Beach.

Landmark harbour-side pub and seafood restaurant with coastal views, local crab, fish dishes and well-kept ales.

A characterful old pub in the heart of Kielder village with a large beer garden and dog-friendly seating - check opening days, as it's only open Friday to Sunday.

A cosy cocktail bar on Bridge Street with an excellent drinks list, weekly open mic and live music nights - a proper find in the evening.

A small, spontaneously created driftwood shrine tucked in the dunes near Amble, decorated with beach finds and messages left by visitors - a quirky detour on a dune walk.

An excellent steakhouse and pub on Fenkle Street with rooms above, consistently praised for its roast beef, generous portions and warm, attentive service.

A proper micro-pub on the High Street with an excellent range of local ales and a warm, chatty atmosphere - no food, but a lovely spot for a pint and good company.

A self-catering cottage right in the village centre, close to shops, restaurants and the harbour, well suited to a coastal walking base.

A well-regarded seafood restaurant right on the quayside, known for a generous seafood platter and a proper sit-down splurge.

The clubhouse restaurant at Alnmouth Golf Club, with lovely links views and generous portions, though service can be slow to non-members at busy times.

A charming tearoom near the beach with an extensive menu, reasonable prices and a lovely, individual atmosphere - a real local favourite.

Historic nautically themed harbour inn serving food and drinks, with rooms and cottages in the centre of Seahouses.

An excellent small B&B on Northumberland Street, a short stroll from the beach, run by warm and knowledgeable hosts with a genuinely delicious breakfast.

An outstanding B&B on South Road, praised for spotless rooms, a warm welcome and a breakfast built around homemade waffles - a firm favourite with St Cuthbert's Way walkers.

A newly refurbished B&B and coffee shop right in the centre of the village, with a genuinely warm welcome, lovely rooms and excellent lunches - book ahead if passing through.

An art gallery in a converted old schoolhouse with a lovely café attached, serving good coffee and cake alongside changing exhibitions of regional artists.

A small corner shop on Doctor's Lane making fresh sandwiches, pies and pasties to order, well loved locally for honest prices.

A wonderfully atmospheric drinks-only bar in a Grade I listed building, with an excellent range of craft beer and a genuinely unique, step-back-in-time feel.

A traditional pub and hotel in the village of Chatton, with a small front garden and a name that carries some serious Northumbrian history.

A wonderful country inn at Stannersburn with individually styled rooms, an excellent restaurant and a genuinely warm welcome - well worth booking ahead.

A three-bedroom self-catering cottage right on the harbour, sleeping four with sea views and an easy beach walk to Bamburgh Castle.

A pub and small hotel on Bondgate Without known for its sharing platters and Friday smokehouse nights, with comfortable rooms above.

A small, strictly guided tour through toxic and narcotic plants within the walled garden - genuinely fascinating and one of the best-value hours in Alnwick, though pre-booking is essential.

Relaxed seafood restaurant in the heart of Bamburgh, known for fresh local fish, shellfish and seasonal Northumberland produce.

A beautiful gastropub just outside town at Anick, with sweeping views over the Tyne Valley and consistently excellent, well-presented food - well worth the short drive.

A well-loved independent clothing shop on the High Street, with a nicely curated range at reasonable prices and a warm, welcoming owner.

A classic country inn a short drive from the village, with a warm log fire, excellent home-cooked food and beautifully appointed rooms - a genuine highlight for anyone touring Redesdale.

A characterful inn right by the estuary with rooms upstairs, a lovely terrace for a wood-fired pizza and drink, and some of the best views in the village.

An outstanding village pub with rooms, well worth the detour, with beautifully cooked food and a genuinely warm atmosphere - among the best food in the whole area.

A busy bakery and café on North End with excellent breakfasts, cakes and coffee - the sister branch to the one in Powburn, and just as popular.

A relatively new pub near the harbour with a good beer and cider selection and a well-regarded menu including beef brisket and fish and chips.

A lovely Victorian park right in the middle of town, with a bandstand, play area and a favourite sledging hill in winter - a proper community green space.

A pub with rooms and an adjoining campsite out on Alnwick Moor, praised for its generous Sunday lunch and friendly welcome.

Much-loved seaside pub overlooking the beach, known for local food, real ales, coffee and live music.

A striking modern visitor centre with interactive exhibits, a rooftop viewing platform and a genuinely good café - an excellent first stop before walking the Wall.

A pub hotel right opposite the castle, popular for its bar and restaurant, though reviews on the rooms themselves are mixed - worth checking recent feedback before booking.

A well-loved village pub with a strong Sunday lunch reputation and a good range of cask ales, popular with both locals and visitors.

Friendly independent hotel offering comfortable rooms, breakfast and evening dining near the centre of Bamburgh.

A well-run pub on Gilesgate with good cask ales, generous pub food and a genuinely friendly, unpretentious atmosphere - often cited as the best pub in Hexham.

A stylish daytime tea room on Northumberland Street (which becomes Bistro 23 in the evening), serving a seafood platter, homemade cake and a good children's menu.

A relaxed, dog-friendly café on the Market Place with lovely views and a genuinely warm welcome - a favourite with locals sitting out front on a sunny day.

A country inn just outside Rothbury at Thropton, with valley views, a good beer garden and a broad menu - a popular stop for walkers coming off the Simonside Hills.

A striking restaurant built into the trees at The Alnwick Garden, with an open fire and a warm, atmospheric setting - a memorable spot for a Sunday roast.

A proper pub on the High Street, well loved for its Sunday roasts and home-cooked classics, a good stop after a walk up at Cragside.

A superb pub and microbrewery a short walk from Hadrian's Wall, with excellent home-cooked food, its own range of ales and rooms upstairs for anyone walking the Wall.

Traditional village hotel with rooms, a welcoming bar and an evening restaurant within easy walking distance of the castle.

A cosy pub and guest house combined, with a genuinely warm welcome and good value rooms right in the heart of town - no restaurant, but plenty of choice nearby.

An outstanding village shop on Front Street stocking local produce, fresh bread, a proper deli counter and excellent picnic sandwiches.

A bustling café on the high street corner with a lovely upstairs room, good food and fresh salads - popular enough that service can be a little stretched at peak times.

A well-run pub and small hotel on the High Street, praised for proper lunch portions and friendly, helpful staff.

A grand town-centre hotel overlooking the Market Place, with an extraordinary dining room salvaged from the RMS Olympic, Titanic's sister ship.

A stylish small hotel and restaurant on Northumberland Street, praised for its breakfasts, Sunday roasts and genuinely excellent fish and chips.

A stylish, well-equipped self-catering apartment right in the centre of Rothbury, praised for its quality finish and easy walk to everything in town.

The best-preserved lime kiln in Northumberland, a short drive from Rothbury with a small car park and picnic spot, and lovely views over the valley.

A relaxed, dog-friendly café and bar at Town Foot, serving excellent freshly prepared breakfasts and good coffee - a welcome addition to the town.

A modern, spotlessly clean budget hotel a short walk from the station, praised for its views over town and genuinely helpful staff.

A cheerful little tea shop at Town Foot known for its stotties, homemade cakes and dog-friendly welcome - a proper local favourite for breakfast or a treat.

An independent deli and grocer on the High Street with a lovely range of local and speciality food, cheese, and a cosy spot for a pot of tea.

A wonderful old-fashioned stationers, bookshop and toy shop on the High Street, a favourite stop for St Cuthbert's Way walkers and birthday gifts alike.

A peaceful riverside park with miles of level paths along the Tyne, free parking and lovely views of Hexham's old bridge - a proper local favourite for a dog walk.

A remarkable Roman fort and settlement with ongoing excavations, a superb museum of everyday Roman life and genuinely excellent guided tours - allow the best part of a day.

A beautifully curated shop of vintage clothing, hats and jewellery on Hill Street, with a genuinely lovely owner who updates the collection regularly.

A quiet, expansive beach a short walk from the village through the dunes, with free parking and toilets nearby - lovely for a peaceful stroll.

A dramatic medieval castle overlooking the village and the River Coquet, with a well-preserved keep, dog-friendly grounds, and a scenic riverside walk to the Hermitage.

A tiny medieval chapel carved into the riverbank rock, reached by a scenic walk (or small rowing boat) from the castle - open weekends only.

A small hotel on Bridge Street in the heart of the village, close to the castle and the river.

A striking 14th-century fortified bridge over the River Coquet, one of the best-preserved of its kind in England and a lovely spot for photos.

A genuinely excellent all-day café tucked by the car park, with inventive breakfasts, fresh seasonal food and consistently warm service - one of the best in town.

A highly-rated guest house overlooking the estuary, with spacious rooms, a lovely residents' lounge and a warm welcome for dogs.

A handsome gastropub and hotel with a striking garden, well loved for its dog-friendly atmosphere and cask ales - reviews on the food itself have been more mixed of late.

A peaceful National Trust common on the edge of the Cheviots, with gentle woodland and pond walks, red squirrels if you're lucky, and sweeping views from Humbleton Hill.

An exceptionally welcoming hostel on Cheviot Street, popular with walkers on St Cuthbert's Way, with generous home-cooked meals and warm, attentive hosts.

A charming little wool and yarn shop on the High Street, run by a genuinely helpful owner with a lovely range of colours and weights to choose from.

A well-equipped holiday cottage in the heart of Wooler, a great base for exploring both the coast and the Cheviots, with a pretty courtyard for evening drinks.

A quirky café and ice cream stop on Front Street, well loved for its sausage baps, scones and generous cones on the way to the beach.