Eleanor's Byre in Northumberland

My family and I stopped by for coffee and cake and was a thoroughly enjoyable experience. Lovely gift shop, delicious cake and friendly staff. Will definitely be back. My son liked the All That Jazz cookie. We sat outside and enjoyed the sunshine.

Over priced drinks and cake with limited seating. Shop which claims to stock gorgeous things, even more over priced and full of random stuff you neither need nor want.

Went to check out the shop, happened to get some hot drinks whilst we were there. There were only 3 tables with 2 seats each, with a small shelf on a planter which wasn’t immediately evidently a place to sit. We moved a couple chairs over. After a wait of around 15 minutes for a slightly burned latte, we were passive aggressively told about the seats, and before I could even notice the woman running the place took my drink when it was half finished. Mediocre coffee, overpriced goods, poor service.

Visited for a light lunch with our 2 dogs. Lovely sheltered outside area to sitting the sunshine. Very good food with excellent service and well worth a visit.

5/5 What a fantastic little find! Beautiful little gift shop. Coffee was great and sweet treats available. In a beautiful location. Will definitely come back x

Lovely little shop with some gorgeous gifts. Very friendly and welcoming staff who took care in wrapping our gifts. Great customer service. There is a coffee machine and a few cakes but we didn't buy any on the day but would visit again in the future.

Stopped off at Eleanor’s Byre this afternoon with our large family. We were made to feel so welcome. We had a lovely conversation with the lady who served us and seemed genuinely interested in having a chat with us. The products on sale were of really high quality and we could have spent a fortune. We love a nice shop!! Would definitely recommend you take the time to stop off here. Well worth a visit.

Just beautiful. Having relatives that lived in Embleton until recently was lovely to see regeneration and new business but with authenticity maintained through conservation. Lovely cakes and coffee. Lovely gifts, a little expensive but lovely. Bought a nice tie and soap the day before. Thought better get out before I buy anymore. Staff just lovely. Xxx

Lovely little tearoom, we sat outside with the dogs on a gorgeous day. The summer fruits flapjacks were to die for. Definitely recommend.

Had a superb coffee and lemon drizzle cake . Nice area to sit . Very clean and v friendly staff . The shop has a superb selection of gifts .

Just happened to be passing and noticed the Coffee Shop. It was a beautiful morning and sun shining so sat out in the heat of the sun on the sheltered patio. Enjoyed a well brewed coffee and a cake. Pleasant helpful staff to start the day. All in all an enjoyable experience.

Interesting little coffee/gift shop. Providing hot and cold beverages cakes pastries and confectionary.

We stopped by here many moons ago Really enjoyed both our coffee and cake We have driven past many times since and to our dismay it always seems closed??

Stopped in during a walk after seeing the advert of “coffee, cakes and gorgeous things”. Like others, no cakes or biscuits! Get it is a small shop selling bits but if you advertise you do cakes, then please have some. Coffee was perfect for me as nice and strong but were left very disappointed

Popped in for tea & cake but unfortunately no cake , not even a biscuit! Really disappointed & left hungry !

We visited the cafe/ coffee shop, drawn in by road signs nearby saying "coffee, cakes & lovely thing". The sign directly outside said that the cafe didn't do meals, but as it was mid morning, that was ok, we only wanted cakes. But we soon found out that they didn't do any kind of food at all. Nothing. Only 2 tables inside, so on a rainy day, we had no choice of seats as one table was already taken. We asked for scones, but was told they didn't have them. We asked what other cakes they had, to be told "none". "The lady who did the baking had retired". There were no packaged cakes or biscuits, not even a kit kat in sight, so only had a coffee! I have never been to a cafe with no cakes before! The cafe predominantly sells gifts (quite expensive and no one looked at them) but they should really focus on the cafe aspect as there is nothing similar nearby. If they had good...or ANY cakes and more indoor tables, people would visit. Very disappointing visit here.

Had a very nice visit to the Byre when on holiday in September the coffee and home made cake was lovely also bought some gifts which were unusual and not to pricey . You could also take the dog three tables outside for this a very dog friendly area indeed will be back on our next visit in November.

Stopped off for coffee and cake as passed many times. Three tables inside, more outside. Coffee was good but only one choice of cake! When asked if that was all they had was informed that the lady that baked the cakes had retired. What good is a cake shop with no cakes need to get their act together not good for business They do not do anything other than cake. The gift shop side or shouldI say mostly giftshop was very very pricey. Would not bother to return. Disappointing

Never been there. Trip Adv*sor pesters me for reviews if I so much as glance at a website. What a liberty.

I walked to Eleanor’s Byre full of expectations of a lovely cafe as the description was Coffee & Cake and Lovely things. I was a bit disappointed in the selection perhaps I thought is was a tea room however it’s is predominately a shop with coffee, tea & cake as a kind of afterthought. That being said I bought some little gifts they were a bit pricey but very pretty. My own personal opinion is the Eleanor’s Byre is a bit confused about what it wants to be neither shop or cafe.

Really enjoyed our visits while in Northumberland. Good quality coffee (espresso and latte), great cakes (especially courgette, lemon and pistachio), and super service from the young couple serving. Also, a brilliant shop for browsing with great stock of gifts, produce, etc. Lovely garden for sitting out.

My other half had wanted to visit this coffee shop for quite sometime on the recommendation of a friend as it sells cakes made of vegetables. She was'nt disappointed. The coffee shop is combined with a rather expensive but impressive gift shop but it was the cakes we were interested in & they were delicious. Combined with coffee we had a lovely visit & were very impressed ( courgette & lime & carrot cake) all in relaxing surroundings. Recommended for cake lovers who want to chill for a while.

Cycling the Sustrans Coast and Castles route we stopped here. Lovely cakes and coffee and very friendly staff. The shop looked great but as we were on bikes we couldn't carry any purchases. The outside seating area was great.

Just what I got, as someone mentioned before not much choice of cake but the chocolate and beetroot was lovely. Not much in the way of seating, could do with a few more tables, but lovely to visit and browse in the shop.

Stopped for coffee, cake and to browse the gorgeous things. Coffee was ok but the cake wasn’t very nice. The portions were very small and one of the 2 flavours we had was very dry, we thought it might’ve been a few days old. The lad who served it had a Glastonbury wristband on his wrist and it dangled all over the cake as he was putting it on the table, not hygienic at all! The gorgeous things were on the main part gorgeous but vastly overpriced. Our main problem with the place was the lack of seating both inside and out. It was a lovely warm day so everybody was wanting to sit outside, there was only 6 chairs and 2 were occupied by the owner and her friend. We couldn’t believe that an owner of a small business would just sit and carry on chatting whilst paying customers were queuing inside and having to sit on the walls. We would not make a return visit.

Called in on our way back from a bike ride, ravenous and looking forward to a sandwich and a cake. To be fair it doesn’t actually say it’s a cafe outside but it leads you to believe that- a blackboard outside says “coffee, cake and gorgeous things”. Had not looked it up beforehand so didn’t realise the “gorgeous things” were non-edible items in the shop, and you can’t tell it’s a shop from the outside. When we got inside there were only 2 tables which were both occupied, so not sure what they do on a weekend when it’s raining?! The girl serving (Eleanor perhaps?) was very pleasant and helpful and suggested we buy pizza from the little hut in the yard. Not really what we wanted. The cakes under glass domes might have tasted ok but didn’t look very exciting and not much to choose from. If your selling point is coffee and cake both should be top notch - brownies, shortbreads, Victoria sponge, scones...a mouthwatering array worth visiting for. Otherwise a sign outside saying “gift shop serving hot drinks and a small

We have passed this little building many times on the coast road between Craster and Embleton and said we must visit.

Very nice coffee and cakes, shame about lack of space and having to wait for a table which we then had to share. Just not enough space. Rather limited range of goods, feels like mostly soap, scented and cards.

The coffee here was very good, the cake was good. However, this is not really an eaterie - it's gift shop where you can get a cuppa and a cake. Choice of 4 types of cake, nil else. So just be aware of what this place is, nice to call in if you are in the area, maybe not worth making a special trip.

Dropped in for a hot drink and was amazed at everything else that was on offer. Loved watching the donkey and pig snuffling around. Bought 2 small items and some cards and can only say that the service received was absolutely first rate - from the drinks to the care taken with wrapping our gifts.

Amazing, quirky gift shop, lovely donkey and pig in the field (Doris and Mabel). Very nice staff, GREAT customer server and awesome "lime, ginger and parsnip" cake.

Great cakes, good coffee, interesting gift shop. The pigs in the orchard will eat anything. Worth a trip

Lovely tearoom steeped in history. Only gave a 4 because there are so few tables but there is a fabulous selection of teas and coffees and delicious cakes

This was our first visit to the lovely Eleanor's Byre, where we were greeted by the very friendly, helpful and professional owner, who made us feel welcome, and also provided lots of local information. Excellent coffee served in lovely cups - a shame we had already had a large breakfast, as the cakes looked very tempting!

Lovely shop and cafe. The cakes are to die for, I had almond, orange an sweet potato yum yum. The staff are very friendly and helpful. I could buy all the items in the shop but I particularly love the hogben cups and jugs etc, buy one every time I go.

We found Eleanor’s Byre by chance and were happy that we did. The two girls working there couldn’t have been more welcoming to us and all the other customers. We sat outside with our drinks and lemon drizzle cake and then enjoyed a mooch around the shop. Good food, friendly service, easy parking and some tempting purchases - ideal.

Had some time to waste whilst my partner was at a business meeting. Scones were the best I have ever tasted, and the soup was superb. Very friendly, and happy staff. Highly recommended.

Combined Cafe and Craft shop, couple of tables inside with others outside. Interesting crafts. Well served cuppa and delicious cakes.

Lovely coffee - as always. Great cake too. Best use of root vegetables- in my opinion- put them in a delicious cake.

Excellent coffee and cake ..I had the courgette and lemon. Nice gift shop Friendly staff Interesting history and toilets

Lovely establishment set in a historic award winning building. High end gifts to browse while waiting for your coffee and delicious home made cakes... lime, ginger and parsnip cake sounds wrong but was so right...amazingly light and flavoursome! Dogs are welcome on outside veranda but not inside. Posts are provided if you wish to attach your dog’s lead while you go inside.

Found this little treasure by chance and revisited 3 times.....beautiful cake made locally, teas and coffees provided by friendly, helpful, welcoming ladies.....and gorgeous things to browse and buy. Everything is so tasteful, really difficult to resist, and even a visit to the loo gives you a lesson in the history behind the name and the buildings. If you find yourself near Embleton...please go...you won't regret it.

Very easy to drive past Eleanors but worthwhile calling in as they advertise "coffee, cake and gorgeous things", quite true, great coffee, lovely cake and a few (but very pricey) gorgeous things, good friendly unhurried service, just the place for coffee and cake.

This little shop does indeed have some good quality appealing goods on sale. Pity about the ungracious manner of the elderly woman running things in the cafe on my first visit. I assumed she was just having a bad day - apparently not since I am told by my local neighbours that this is the norm.

Friendly gift shop and cafe with excellent coffees and teas, and amazing home made cakes. We went for afternoon tea, for which there was a good choice of quality brews, very well presented. We enjoyed the courgette, lemon and pistacchio cake, a real find. But these do go quickly!

Have visited this place many times and am astounded how many different cakes are on offer. Very good staff who make you feel welcomed. Good outside seating area where dogs are welcomed.

Perfect little place to stop for coffee and cake in the summer when you can sit outside. Wouldn’t go there any other time as very small inside.

This place looks lovely from the outside and advertises coffee, cakes and other gorgeous things ! We went along at 1430 on a Thursday. Firstly there are only 2 tables inside so you have to be incredibly lucky to get a table. We were going to wait but then we were told there was no point as they had run out of milk ! Was it not possible to go and get some from the local shop?

We called about 3:30 on a cool winter's afternoon & received a cheery welcome. They have the widest range of leaf teas in the area. I enjoyed the delicious darjeeling. Carrot cake was good as well. A visit to the toilet is educational (see photos)

Really lovely little shop and cafe area. We recently visited while staying in Craster. The donkey and pig in the field out the back are super friendly. A great selection of gifts and local goods.

Nice cakes and coffee served in a craft shop or outside in the courtyard. Coffee and tea are very good, and some very nice cake. Service is friendly and quick. We arrived late in the afternoon, but there was still plenty to eat

We called here on our way from Embleton (for fuel) to Craster (where we are staying). The coffee and cakes were tempting, but we resisted as we were eating out later. The range of gifts is excellent - very high quality “gorgeous things”! We enjoyed browsing, bought a couple of gifts and had a pleasant chat with the owner. If you are in the area, it is well worth a visit.

This beautifully converted barn just serves coffee, tea and cakes as it also sells lovely and interesting goods. The tea was made properly with tea leaves, which I haven't seen for ages and was lovely. The cakes were all made with roots - I had the lime, parsnip and ginger one and it was delicious!

Another week of holiday where we visited Eleanor's Byre on 3 occasions. Coffee is still excellent, cake (including interesting flavours)...

Stopped by today for a little shopping and a coffee and cake, the coffee made by Caroline was easily the...

We popped in here for a coffee stop after walking to Dunstanburgh Castle. The place is beautifully restored and there...

We have passed this place many times on our travels in the area and thought that we should pop in for tea and cake this time. Parking was easy with plenty of space and a level walk to the entrance for those who are less steady of their feet. It seems that this was more of a gift shop than a tea and coffee café as most of the space is taken up with a good selection of gift ideas. We ordered tea and cake which we took in the courtyard garden rather than inside as it was a beautifully sunny afternoon. It seems to me that they could use a few more seating options outside as even with just a few customers the place was full. The cake selection was somewhat limited - we certainly had expected more choice and whilst my ginger cake was fine my son's lemon drizzle cake was rather dry. The pot of tea was very good and there were some nice soft drinks to select from. Overall the place was Ok but we wont rush to go back.

No he estado en la zona durante un par de años, así que estaba encantado de encontrar esta joya tan elegante y fresco que nunca. El propietario aparece a enorgullecerse de apoyar el talento británico y fue capaz de dar origen a todo lo que había visto. Compra de artesanos pequeño permite esta tienda a ser abastecida con la selección más original y variado de bienes. No tomar té o pastel, porque yo estaba en mi camino a una reunión, pero las tartas parecía tan buena como recuerdo.

Right next to Spitalford graveyard doesn't sound like the spot you'd suggest for luxury elevenses and I have driven past it dozens of times wondering if it was ever open but....There's plenty of room to park and when you go round to the entrance it's clear that they are open for business. Most of the space is devoted to merchandise (at the top end of the price and quality range, some local references but looks like big run manufacturers rather than local or hand made craft items).The coffee was good and there was an interesting range of cakes using various root vegetables. Both of these were around the standard Costa cost. To continue the comparison; the surroundings and atmosphere were much nicer the balancing the cup size is considerably smaller!

Called in for drinks on the way to our campsite, very dissapointed to find cafe closed for refreshments as staff had not turned up.There were some very nice gifts but they were not what we wanted. Cafe should have said closed on the sign outside

Visited this afternoon. Super friendly staff and once in a lifetime latte. Even had advice on dog training!

Was driving past and called in .Perfect place for lovely gifts. Bought room diffusers and lovely stationary. Even some trendy socks for my husband. Was really taken with the cashmere baby socks. Charming owner lovely coffee and cake easy parking. the perfect stop.

lovely stop off for a coffee and a browse of the gift shop. Friendly, welcoming staff. Some tables inside and out (for the odd warm Northumberland day!!)

Nice little cafe and shop with decent quality cakes etc. Be warned though their opening hours are very unpredictable and it seems frequently not to open at all.

Drop in for coffe cake and gifts, a very warm welcome and delicious coffee, very clean - well worth a visit

Always seem to have very interesting cakes (courgette cake, beetroot and chocolate, etc). Staff welcoming, Cafe is part tables /part shop ......... lovely stop-off place after a good walk. Small and intimate.

We go this area once or twice a year and always go to Elaine's for coffee and cake as the cakes are always unusual especially the "chocolate and beetroot". There is also a very interesting gift shop attached.

Delightfully restored building with character and history, great coffee and cakes, deserves to do well

Stopped off at Eleanor's Byre for coffee and cake. It's a tiny little coffee shop and indeed only sells coffee and cake. However the cakes are amazing. I had a lime, ginger and parsnip cake. My hubby had a sweet potato, orange and almond cake but we were both tempted by the chocolate and beetroot one - maybe next time. There is also a gift shop attached which had loads of nick naks to look at. All in all a great wee hour was whittled away in Eleanor's Byre. Oh on the plus side you can pay by card here too!!

Very pretty. Only do cakes and coffee due to the size of the property. However comfortable and pretty inside with a well stocked gift shop. Outside very pleasant sunny seating areas and dogs welcome.

Lovely little stop off for cake and teas in a renovated barn / stable building. Friendly service inside or outside. If you get a chance take some old apples and feed the pigs in field behind!

Lovely little shop with some unusual, quirky items and lots of pretty things. We never stayed for coffee and cake as we had just eaten but am sure it would be delightful. Lovely friendly staff.

Great coffee shop with lovely cakes. The home made cakes were of interesting flavour combinations but tasted wonderful. Would definitely recomend a visit but the do only serve drinks and cake. It is attached to a shop full of lovely gifts.

This is a coffee shop and wonderful store to poke around. The prices are reasonable for coffee etc and the cakes are beautiful. Eleanor herself is a lovely lady who chatted away to us. Her shop has exquisite things in it and is well worth spending time in. Just lovely.

I came to see the gift shop to get a present for my friend but stayed for a coffee and cake. The cakes are unusually made from vegetables but the orange and sweet potato was delicious and I would have loved to have tried more! The staff were so welcoming and helpful. Well worth a stop on the way to the coast!

3 of us arrived by bike discovering this little gem on our cycle ride. Access is easy straight off the road, there is a car park and a 2 hourly bus service. It looked disabled friendly. We had coffee and cakes which were delicious served by friendly knowledgeable staff aware of allergies. The rest of the building is a gift shop with interesting and unusual objects if a bit expensive. Recommended.

Called in while on a cycle ride. Really lovely place - lots of interesting things in the shop, good coffee and cake. Sat outside in the sun - just perfect. The menu is limited (just cake!) but the cakes themselves are definitely tasty. Worth mentioning the staff who were super friendly and helpful. Overall a very pleasant experience - so much so that we returned later that day for a second helping of coffee and cake :)

Looked lovely from outside. Called about 3.45 people still inside but just told not serving any more quiet rudely so just had to leave

Nice location. Very friendly staff. Lovely lemon drizzle cake. Dogs enjoyed the sun. Good amount of free car parking. Limited menu only cake sold. Definitely worth a stop

Called with my wife for a coffee whilst we were on holiday and found this establishment to be first class, my coffee and cake was just perfect, the two young girls that served us were fantastic, will definitely go back when we are next in the area.

Grab a coffee/tea/cake and enjoy a wander around the nicknacks for sale while you wait for your drink

Our Dentist recommended that we visit here! He was quite right too as we would probably have missed out on a lovely experience. Eleanor herself was serving in the shop/cafe and we had a little chat. As the shop is the main business she does not serve soup, rolls etc around lunchtime which was unfortunate, however, her cakes and coffee looked delicious. We only shopped! She sells an eclectic mix from cards for any occasion, some very witty and worth a read, to unusual pottery mugs. The range of items is vast but all of good quality.

We saw the sign from the road through Embleton an decided to stop and have a look. A stunning shop of unusual bits & pieces (I may have treated myself to something) with some tables inside and out to treat yourself to a cup of tea and a cake.

This is one of those little shops where I just want to buy everything. Lovely cake and coffee too, a great place to stop!

Been a couple of times now ...the gifts are over priced...and so many of them if the two tables are taken there's nowhere else to sit especially in this northumbrian weather ...not the same when you have to resort to a carry out cuppa yet again

After a glorious walk along the beach, we would have loved a cup of tea, cake, souvenir... We got there at two minutes past 4.00. Too late. Most strange.

Been to the area several times and saw a sign for this place and always thought it was some kind of historical site! Its a shop and cafe. It sells a fantastic range of products for the home, including a lovely range of toiletries. Do pop by if you are on the Embleton Road.

Interesting range of tasty cakes along with a selection of more up market gifts. Locally run from nearby farm with friendly service. Country location at roadside

Charming coffee shop whose owner was inviting some New Zealand holiday makers to her families farm for a bar-b-q because of how she was looked after when she was in New Zealand. There is an array of trinkets and goodies for the home which are reasonably priced considering the quality and uniqueness.Don't leave without trying the cakes!!

In a word, beautiful!Primarily a shop or perhaps l should say an Aladdin's cave of wonderful things, with the added advantage of delicious coffee & tempting cakes to help you along the way in deciding what to buy.The staff are polite & helpful, the atmosphere relaxing, the byre & outside seating beautifully designed.Loved it, especially the ginger & parsnip tray bake!

This is one of those little gems that you just happen to come across whilst driving the many country roads in Nortrhumberland. They do a nice range of home baked cakes, coffess and teas. There is also a little gift shop attached with some unusual items. Not cheap, but nice.

Popped in here having passed it a few times. Bit odd really. Lots of expensive things in a coffee shop. The coffee wasn't great so I still don't really understand why the place was there ! Hey Ho..

Visited Eleanor's 3 times during a week's holiday. Coffee/cappuccino/latte/mocha all superb as are the cakes. A very interesting shop to browse as well, out-of-the-ordinary gifts to be found here. Very friendly staff, lovely to sit outside in the sun. Thoroughly recommended ,we'll be back again.

Haven't visited Eleanor's Byre for over a year and was delighted to discover it as fresh and lovely as ever. A slightly different layout since last year, but the same charming, friendly service, quite delicious tea and cakes and the same discerning taste of decor and gifts. Quite one of the loveliest little places I ever visit. Somewhat surprised by previous comment.

Sadly, what looks like a nice place for coffee and cake and a great range of goods in the shop area, is completely spoiled by the rude, unfriendly and unwelcoming woman running the shop. We visited with my elderly disable parents and have never encountered such poor customer service anywhere else. None of us would recommend this place, other than to recommend you stay well away.

As advertised coffee, cake and all things gorgeous is apt. Shame that we had to the conversation about their friend in a coma tho- best to be mindful of customers girls!

A great place for coffee with cakes with a difference and they are all delicious, especially when eaten in the courtyard surrounded by fantastic lavender bushes. After eating there is a great shop with unusual irresistible gifts for all. We bought some quirky cuff-links and a beautiful candle in a terracotta pot.Definately worth a visit. We will be returning, very soon!

Lovely setting, very friendly service and the coffee was delicious in bone china cups. The sitting area outside is delightful, beautiful lavender scented the air and great views. There is a shop aswell which has a great selection of gift type goods which are a bit quirky and beautifully presented and wrapped. The only down side, was the cake we had (coffee cake), it was very dry and neither the cake or the icing tasted of coffee! This is a real shame, I wonder if the dryness is due to the cakes being pre cut into pieces and therefore dries out. The flavour is down to the cake maker. A watch point in what was a very enjoyable visit.

Top quality coffee, mocha and cakes here, sampled on a number of occasions. An eclectic mix of shopping, crafts, gardening items, all very tasteful and not the sort of thing you'd find in a high-street shop.

We just loved this place. On visits to Embleton we need to pop in to the cemetery anyway to see how great-grandda and Uncle Clark are getting on, so visiting Eleanor's Byre for coffee, cake and maybe a touch of shopping is pretty much irresistible. It's absolutely gorgeous. The staff are lovely, the coffee is nice but, my goodness, the cakes! It's Cake Heaven basically. We had the coffee and hazelnut something-or-other and it really was so good you'd weep. To add to the perfection the site is lovely too - a beautiful tasteful conversion with what I imagine must be the prettiest - and most informative - loo in Northumberland. Don't miss it! Please visit Eleanor 's Byre whether or not you've got rellies in the cemy. It's just too good to miss. A footpath from Embleton would be the icing on the cake (hoho) but it's a fine fine place, so please make the effort.