Fresh fish off the Northumberland Coast

Food and drink in Northumberland

Forkfuls of local food
Take one diverse county, add a sprig of coast, a dash of countryside and a sprinkling of passionate producers. The result is Northumberland’s fresh seafood, outstanding restaurants, locally brewed tipples and fantastic food and drink festivals.

There's nothing that food won't fix

Sample smoked kippers on the coastline at Craster, taste tea at the home of Earl Grey himself at Howick Hall, shell out on exquisite seafood at one of the region’s best restaurants and sip on Mead fit for monks on Lindisfarne Island in Northumberland.

Here, eggs can be bought fresh from farmers’ markets, bread is made with flour ground in Northumberland’s oldest working water mill, and ice cream that’s made on an award-winning local dairy farm. As you explore the region you can really get a taste for the local area and its produce.

Taste local tipples from one of our excellent breweries, gin distillers and mead producers.

Looking for food on the go? Northumberland has some of the best takeaways for days out, including fish and chips, stone baked pizza and the renowned ‘Bamburgh Banger’.

At your service

Dine by firesides in cosy pubs in Northumberland, soak up sea views with your four legged friends in one of our many dog friendly pubs and cafes, or  look out over countryside landscapes while you taste local delicacies in Northumberlands picturesque towns and villages. Northumberland has some of the best restaurants, pubs and inns to stay at, including The Ship Inn, The Lord Crewe Arms Restaurant and Bar, as well as the Bamburgh Castle Inn and many more. Whether it is enjoying afternoon tea with loved ones or sampling a hearty Sunday roast, there are so many options to choose from in Northumberland.

 

Your guide to the best food & drink in Northumberland

 

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Bamburgh

The Sunningdale Hotel

The Sunningdale, Bamburgh offers 20 beautifully appointed rooms, perfect for relaxing and recharging after exploring Northumberland’s stunning coastline.
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The Hog's Head Inn Restaurant & Bar

Named after the Inn in Harry Potter books, The three-star Hog’s Head Inn is just a short drive from Alnwick Castle. Offering exceptionally good food, free Wi-Fi and plenty of parking.
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Lord Crewe Arms Restaurant & Bar

The Lord Crewe Arms at Blanchland offers a delicious British menu showcasing simply, but beautifully cooked, home grown fayre. Steered by fireside cooking, our North Pennines vegetable garden, Chef’s smoke house and our ‘bit of thing’ for homemade bread, our ever changing menu chases the seasons and is served from breakfast to bed.
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The Whittling House Restaurant

Our chefs have handpicked the highest quality local suppliers. So, whether you visit us for a feast with friends or as a couple looking for a cosy corner, we’ve got all the ingredients for every occasion.
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Berwick-upon-Tweed

Marshall Meadows Manor House

A stunning Georgian manor transformed into Northumberland's newest luxury hotel, restaurant and wedding venue with breath taking sea views.
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The Forest Bar & Kitchen

Due to its waterside setting, your dining experience will be accompanied by panoramic views across the water to the distant shores.
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The Orangery Restaurant at The Tempus

At the heart of The Tempus lies The Orangery restaurant offering guests afternoon tea, lunch and dinner both inside and alfresco on the terrace.
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The Drift Cafe

The Drift Café is famous for wonderful homemade cakes, fantastic food and excellent customer service.
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Bertram's

A welcoming café by day and restaurant at night situated in the heart of Warkworth celebrating Northumberland’s finest, local produce.
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The Highlander

The Highlander is a family gastro pub located between Ponteland & Belsay, offering a relaxed dining experience.

The best fish and chips

Grab a bag of crispy, salty fish and chips in Northumberland. There's nowhere better to taste delicious, fresh fish than on our exquisite coastline where the catch is local and the fish and chip shops take great pride in their amazing produce. Whether it’s Bamburgh, Alnmouth, Amble or Blyth, you will be sure to enjoy a taste of Northumberland on your visit.

 

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