Boes At Heatherslaw in Northumberland

Although there were cakes, none were labelled whether they were vegan or not. It’s a shame to have to ask in so many places we go just because we eat a plant based diet. In the end, we just had a drink without cake because we didn’t want to ask and hold up the queue.

I wondered why this first floor cafe was not full at peak lunchtime in July. Maybe it our choice of food but the cheese toastie looked horrific and my wife confirmed that it tasted like it looked - a level of crudity that only ‘Desperate Dan’ would appreciate. The cheese scone was no better - more of a sponge than a scone and it was red hot (presumably microwaved) and nobody asked when ordering whether we wanted it heated. The tea was OK and to be fair the soup, ordered by the next table looked to be OK I may have been slight generous with awarding two stars but one would have been slightly harsh.

Called in here mid afternoon and had tea, coffee, scone and cake which were all very nice. The staff were pleasant and friendly and they have a lovely selection of home made food to choose from which all looked very appetising. Would definitely recommend.

Lovely cafe now it's been done out, friendly accommodating staff,foods decent quality and definitely reasonable priced ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ cafe get down there and see for yourself 😀

We visited in the spring and I had the BEST raspberry and white chocolate blondie. I actually wanted to go back just to try it again and I wasn't disappointed, plus this time it was a bit bigger! Absolute perfection, never take it off the menu please! The gentleman who served us was lovely, big smile on his face and very polite, a credit to the business! Thank you :)

We visited as part of a day out including the Etal and Heatherslaw railway. Housed on the first floor of an old mill building, the cafe seemed clean enough and welcoming. Despite arriving at an early lunchtime the soup wasn't ready ( customers were still being told this when we left 45 minutes later ) but we still found something to have from the quite limited menu. In fact I asked for something that wasn't on the menu and they were happy to oblige ( they had the ingredients on other items, but not in my combination - Baked potato with bacon brie and cranberry ) . Top marks for flexibilty. The food was served quickly and was very nice, even the picky 11 year old with us was satisfied. A pleasant stop, although very much a drink and light lunch sort of place, the quality and the staff were excellent.

Lovely little tearoom with a relaxed atmosphere and helpful staff. I was preparing myself to only have black tea, but was astounded to learn that they had vegan soup, sandwiches and scones, with vegan spread and jam. I also learnt that they offer gluten-free cake too. Fabulous!

A wet midweek day looking for somewhere for a coffee and a light bite, we found Boes. Not an obvious place to stop, but worth popping in. Small area by the serving counter/kitchen, but additional seating upstairs I believe. Coffee, sandwich and soup were freshly prepared and served by friendly staff.

Stumbled upon this little cafe and was pleasantly surprised. We arrived late for lunch but the young woman that served us couldn’t have been more welcoming and helpful. Had a terrific toastie and great coffee. I’d love to go back and sample the cakes one day - they looked amazing.

What a lovely little cafe. Such a lovely selection of home baked cakes, scones and pastries. So welcoming we will definitely be back.

We had been out doing the Halloween trail and went in to get out of the rain for a little bit and boy did we find the best home baked cakes and scones the staff where very busy but took the time to speak and say hello and the cake omg they where amazing my nephew said it’s the best cheese scone he has every tasted and he didn’t finish all his cake coz u get a big slice so he was given a little box to take it home for later amazing little gem hidden away but worth going to find if ur in the area of Heatherslaw mill on Ford and Etal estates. We will defo be back.

We were recommended this place by the lady in the museum in etal.. she advised good food and dog friendly, and it was. We had to go up to top floor which was fine, some nice quirky seating. We ordered bacon and sausage paninins ,and the ham ciabattas,vteas, ginger beer and 2 pieces of homemade cake, around £47 for 4 of us. The service was good and swift..and sandwiches were superb.. Lovely cake too x

We went to Boes on spec and it was superb. Exactly the right kind of food for a light(ish) lunch, beautifully prepared and served quickly. We had panini and ciabattas between us and they were up there with the best I’ve tasted. The surroundings were really good and the service very friendly. The dogs were welcomed and made much of. Thoroughly recommend!

I visited this gorgeous little cafe on 4th oct with my hubby and mum , we arrived early but the lovely lady said we were welcome to come in , we had bacon pannins that were out of this world , two teas and a coffee again they were perfect the lady was super friendly and told us lots of information of places we planned to visit , everything is home made and looked beautiful, we will definitly return x

Dirty tables poor service very long 20 minute wait after ordering then brought separately no condiments offered with food none on table staff barely grunt when one attempts to speak to them poor food stale bread via order some food items burnt some barely cooked atmosphere like the poor house (one assumes) won’t be going back

I am in a powerchair and arrived at lunchtime with two friends from Lincoln both in their 70's and 80's with walking difficulties. It was trying to rain and we were stuck outside getting wet. The manageress couldn't have done more to accommodate us she summoned staff with table and chairs and set us up for lunch in an adjacent building. Full marks go to The Manageress (sorry I didn't get your name) and to (hope I get this right) Makara who was very polite and most attentive.

A good choice of food, very clean surroundings and very pleasant and welcoming staff, especially the owner.

This was excellent, from when we arrived till we left, the food, staff and setup is brilliant. Love the sausage rolls and chocolate cookies were so so tasty. And the staff were extremely friendly

The white chocolate and raspberry cheesecake was to die for absolutely amazing And the cheese scone was delicious A lovely cafe and spotless you should be very proud

Absolutely stunning cafe inside the historic and beautiful Heatherslaw Mill, the cafe is so light and comfortable, the staff are sooo friendly and can’t do enough for you, the food is reasonably price , absolutely delicious and well presented. And there is brilliant availability of...

Well what can I say about this little place except.. Fantastic. The food was lovely. The service was impeccable and the staff were so friendly they couldn't do enough to make sure we had every thing we needed. I went in a customer and feel...

We called in for a cup of tea whilst on a walk with our dog Ted. We sat outside in the lovely garden area and chatted with a number of friendly people coming out of the café and milling around. We only had a cheese...

We found this charming cafe whilst visiting Heatherslaw to ride the light railway. It is in an idyllic spot, in a tiny, stone-built village on the banks of a pretty river. Some of the seating overlooks the river bank. The choice of food on the...

We had a great coffee before a trip on the train & then an excellent lunch after. The service was warm and friendly. The food was all home cooked and delicious.

Superbly cooked and presented food. Cheese scones with cheese throughout, soup with ingredients toy can recognise and taste. Good range of tortillas and paninis, plus quiches and salads. Also the usual coffee and fresh cake. Worth travelling a little out of the way to experience-...

Beautiful little cafe serving some excellent food. Good range of really high quality meals, home cooked ham hock in the sandwiches was a lovely touch, the raspberry and white chocolate blondie was very nice but the star of the show was the coronation chicken sandwich-...

We found this place completely by accident when visiting the Corn Mill and I was absolutely over the moon to discover they sold vegan scones and had plant milk on offer! The scone was beautiful and fresh out of the oven and the coffee was...

Excellent staff, cakes were amazing, would have had lunch if we had not already eaten! Menu looked fabulous (as did the food coming out of the kitchen) Beautiful spot & worth the visit. Cannot wait to go back.

We went for gelato after a walk. The menu outside is useful to make decisions before entering and the fruity flavours were tasty. Wasn't too clear where to go for gelato once inside though as upstairs is the cafe but the staff were friendly in...

Our 1st experience at Boes at Heatherslaw, visiting Ford & Etal was a really lovely day out with my Husband and my parents-in-law. We arrived just after 12:30, a busy period though we managed to find a table on the top floor. The building is...

We were a party of 6 and tried a range of soups and ciabatta sandwiches followed by a variety of cakes with creme fresh. I have to say everyone thought the food was excellent in both in quality and presentation. Unfortunately I have only given...

Actually a Panini rather than a sandwich but delicious. This is the old Heatherslaw tearoom under new management, and the food was magnificent. We had a crab panini and a Chorizo quiche, with melt in the mouth pastry. Followed up with a cherry and a...