The Barn at Beal in Northumberland

Atmosphere is lovely and service was good. However, food took a long time even for a busy Sunday. When a couple , who had been seated and served 10 minutes after us,got their meal of fish &chips ,we asked about ours. Amazingly, it arrived straight away but husband bisque was cold and my fish finger sandwich just hot enough. Even, when warmed up not hot and by then we just wanted to eat. The place is very welcoming and being local we pop in for a coffee regularly, but won't be eating again any time soon.

Soup was close to pure water and not very flavorful. This place gets crowded, and it can take some time to get served. It's the most convenient place to eat when waiting for a crossing time to Lindisfarne, the Holy Island.

Brilliant café, great food, great service and very wheelchair friendly. Staff could not do enough for us. Even though it was a busy lunchtime service the staff were so helpful.

Stopped off for lunch after a recommendation and we were not disappointed . We sat outside as it was a great day. Food was excellent and arrive good. Wasn’t too busy and we easily found a seat. Restaurant is very clean and tidy and the price tag is right for this level of dining.

Great views, friendly service and lovely food! Unfortunately the experience was spoiled by the ridiculous system of making customers stand outside in a queue for 15/20 minutes until a member of staff chose to show them to a table. While in the queue, we could not even see the Specials board or menu. I gathered this was to do with a staff shortage, but it simply was not good enough. I have a bad back and find standing for any length of time very painful, and other people find this uncomfortable too. The only polite way to deal with a staff shortage would be to warn people as they arrived that there would be a 20/30/whatever minute wait and then immediately let people sit down if they choose to stay. Please treat your customers with more respect.

Popped in on the way too holy island for a couple of coffees ..this place makes you queue too be seated . After we were seated we ordered 2 coffees , many people came in after us and had been given food and drinks , while 30 min later nothing . We asked 3 members of staff where they were ? They seem too float around , not listening as we had no explanation of where they were . After 35 min we left . I had a brief chat with the manager who blamed me for popping too the loo !! Very odd . Lovely place , but wouldn’t return again

We use to visit quite regularly until it changed management and we have given them 3 chances to settle in but unfortunately this will be our last visit. Staff were very pleasant but the menu was very disappointing. Presentation was poor and the amount of actual fish under the batter was almost none existent certainly won't be back.

We dropped in whilst passing by and stayed for dinner. Although we hadn't booked we were quickly allocated a table. The menu choice was good. We had the hake which was cooked well and portion size was good. The Barn at Beal was conveniently situated for us after spending the day on Holy Island.

We've wanted to have a meal in the restaurant here for a number of years but we've never stayed on the campsite on an opening night until last night. We probably won't be back. Mostly my points are small and picky but they add up to a rather lacklustre experience. Both the food menu and the wine menu are very small and couldn't find a wine we really liked. The carafe of water for the table was a nice touch but it was quite warm, a few ice cubes would have helped. No bread with the starter which had quite a "puddle" of puree which was impossible to eat with a knife and fork. The main course was beautifully cooked but although garlic was mentioned on the menu there wasn't even a hint of it and in general the food was quite tasteless. As two over 60s we rarely eat a starter and a dessert but last night the quantities meant we had dessert in order to feel satisfied. All in all somewhat disappointing.

Very Disappointing and vastly overpriced. My wife and her friend chose the fish finger sandwich and "special chips" from a very limited menu. I decided to have the bacon and beef burger with chips. All three meals were disappointing to say the least. Bread buns heated to refresh them, chips reheated and dry and lettuce that had black decay on the edges. My burger was dry it had no relish and McDonald's could have done better for a fraction of the cost. I complained to the staff who had clearly forgotten their ettiquette, no apology was forthcoming infact one member of staff indicated it might be as a result of it being "late in the day" time was 16:15. I requested the bill which amounted to £54:00 and was advised I had received a 10% discount and no charge for the "special chips" The special chips were no different to my non special chips but all were dry, reheated and very poor. Sorry but you failed on all counts today and we won't be back.

Came here a year ago and liked it., but today the ethos is totally wrong. There is still the same sign up saying they are struggling to get staff so please could we tolerate slow service. It was there last year. The waitresses were nice, but all they did was say "it's really busy" (about half full). Stop with the excuses.I paid £18.50 for a breakfast and coffee (the website menu was a lot cheaper). I don't want a narrative about why you can't provide a service at that price. Toilets 70% out of order. Get a plumber ASAP.

Beautiful spot for lunch. Fresh food, helpful and knowledgeable staff. Gluten free options well catered for and the staff gave us confidence in the choices made. Great overall experience. Thanks all.

Great view, lovely to sit out in the sun but snack of croque monsieur deconstructed - dry & lacked béchamel & topping of perhaps gruyere & Parmesan. Rather mean helping which didn’t match previous visits or excellent carrot 🥕 cake…

I camped overnight at The Barn at Beal, after cycling from Berwick to Lindisfarne. Nice camp site, very tidy, they allow tents (which is brilliant because so many 'campsites' now no longer do!). £18 for small tent. Breakfast was £12 - good big cup of hot coffee, eggs benedict royale (with smoked salmon). Service very good, staff excellent - definitely recommend campsite and restaurant. I also saw some good food being eaten at the bar the previous evening, so it looks like a nice plance to eat or camp. Also very handy for Lindisfarne. Whole site very neat and tidy, excellent facilities which were spotless and fantastic hot showers.

I camped here while walking St Cuthbert’s Way and it was the best site I stayed at. It’s in a stunning setting, the campsite itself is well maintained, the facilities are spotless and warm too. The highlight of my stay though was the delightful staff. My feet were a touch sore by that stage of my walk and the staff were so kind and helpful. I had a lovely evening sitting by the fire in the both and I had a fab dinner. Thank you!

Booked in advance for Sunday lunch at 2.30 pm for 8 of us to celebrate my birthday. Told on arrival no Sunday dinners left!!! Very disappointed especially as we had travelled and were on holiday too. Spoilt my birthday.

We have eaten at the Barn at Beal for the last 10 years, often bringing my mum who sadly is now unable to get out. It has had times when it was brilliant and other times poor, very hit and miss. This visit the service and welcome was much better, there was nothing specifically wrong with the food, but is has become expensive and less value for money. £16.50 for fish and chips is the going rate which can be up to £19 but there wasn't much fish in the batter. It wasn't over cooked, which often happens. The cullen skink was good and the staff were better trained and more attentive and friendly than on a previous visit where it was chaotic. It is dog friendly and has wonderful views from the terrace in good weather. Combined with the disastrous pot holes at the car park on Holy Island which meant we could not get in as last time we damaged our car! So we had a really bad visit to Lindesfarne, again a go to place for the last 10 years as we walk our dogs on the beach. Given we couldn't get onto the beach as we couldn't park, we will probably go to another beach in future and give Holy Island a miss.

Lovely barn with amazing views across sea sky and Holy Island. Nice lunch menu reasonably priced. Great atmosphere, spacious, local artwork and photos of the area and dog friendly!

We are staying here in our motorhome. The facilities, the cleanliness of the whole setup is first class. We loved the cafe and the staff are terrific and pleasant. The views across to Holy Island are truly breathtaking. Our thanks to the lovely girls in the cafe for their help and service. What a Gem this place is, we ate here last year and vowed to come back, we were not disappointed! Can’t wait to return.

We called in here to enjoy a drink at the bar whilst enjoying the views over to Holy Island. The young lady who served us was extremely helpful and pleasant and even went out of her way to go through to the restaurant to find out about some of the pictures that were for sale. The wine was delicious, the choice of 0% beer was good and the atmosphere was lovely, especially the roaring wood stove at the end of the bar.

My family visited this morning for lunch and was very disappointed at the range of offerings for lunch. Not only a bit sparse but what they did have was very expensive. We ordered fish and chips, fish finger sandwich and cheese and gam on toast which were ok but not the best . We have visited on a number of occasions and even on the previous visit we felt that we were bothering the staff , although to be fair they were just about closing but we were by no means the last there. Today’s visit was possibly our last as it confirmed my thoughts that it is now too expensive for local people to enjoy & obviously now for the tourist market.

We camped here for 3 nights over the bank holiday weekend. Lovely tent pitches, with rhe moat spectacular views and a short walk to the causeway. The showers and toilets were outstanding and beautifully clean. We ate a meal in the restaurant for out first evening. The food was beautiful and staff really friendly. We can't wait to go back at the same time next year, when their booking calendar opens!!!!

Called in hoping for a breakfast en route to holy island, after looking at their menu online. What a waste of time. Waited 15 minute to be abruptly told by the manageress its too busy to seat and she has a massive back log. 2 tables had finished. 5 were empty. One gent waiting to be served. We stood and waited another 5 minutes and got sick of being ignored. Wont be going back.

This is a lovely restaurant. Lovely food, excellent friendly staff and wonderful views. Fitted us in without booking, but booking is recommended!! Very well done an enjoyable experience. Will be back….

Lovely site really well loved after only spoilt by people breaking site rules letting dogs off their leash Fantastic views.

Thought this campsite was good a bit “open” but view’s fantastic. The restaurant don’t meet our expectations looking at the menu very limited my partner went for the fish&chips he was so disappointed they were over priced with frozen chips we complained and the lady...

Stopped for a light lunch. Indifferent service didn't particularly help, but what truly amazed me was how someone could possibly make such thin and tasteless vegetable soup. Unlikely to repeat the experience.

The Barn at Beal is located on the causeway to Holy Island and is definitely worth a visit for coffee or meals. There is a large carpark and it has great views. There is a good selection of food and beverages, possibly a little pricey...

Seamless booking and check in for a motorhome pitch. Bar, cafe and restaurant were all available and enjoyed food with a warm welcome. However the disparity between the male and female showers was stark. Gents were not clean, no evidence of being maintained and compared...

Limited menu if you are looking for a snack. Over priced for what was provided, and the 'posh chips' were anything but posh - just chips with cheese and garlic.

Absolutely stunning view from our motorhome spot on the campsite. Watched the sun set and then rise again on a beautiful morning. Easy access to Holy Island. Lovely coffee and cake in the restaurant/coffee shop. Great new ladies shower facilities as well. We will definitely...

Stopped by after passing it on the way to Holy Island the previous day. So glad we did, beautiful barn conversion with fantastic views, even on a damp day. We ordered a selection of hot and cold drinks and snacks and everything was delicious with...

We had a fabulous meal. We met as a family to celebrate a special birthday. Everyone was made very welcome, including our accompanying three year old Labrador !! The food was exceptionally good. Most had fish and chips, with the lightest most delicious batter. The...

Superb motorhome, caravan and camping site, with onsite bar and restaurant- the Sunday roast is gorgeous, the night before we had scallops and fish and chips in the bar and it was all very friendly and enjoyable. All the staff are lovely and couldn’t be...

We enjoyed a first rate meal here on a very wet, miserable Saturday in February. We were warmly welcomed and the waitress kindly seated us next to the fire. The menu isn't extensive - a choice of 3-4 per course - but the food was...

The campsite is very good with level pitches and good toilet and showers but the pub closes far too early, once food service is complete drink up and leave!!!

My husband and I called here on our way back from a very cold visit to Holy Island. A warm welcome from the waitress and quickly shown to a table with a beautiful view. A variety of options on the menu. We had a fruit...

Coffee was good, service was ok if a little slow and lacked a little leadership, food was ok, soup was tasty, been numerous times over the years but hadn’t been for a good few months as was disappointed previously. Stunning venue which could be better.

Nice big space, good service and dog friendly. More breakfast options would have been ideal but what came was good and tasty with good ingredients. Sure the standard breakfast would do most and sure they would have added extras if we had asked but dad...

Called in for lunch with my husband and our dog. There was a disgruntled couple in the queue before us complaining that they weren’t being seated quick enough. I don’t know what they were moaning about! We were quickly seated and served by a pleasant...

Called here for lunch after visiting Holy Island. Staff were welcoming and attentive despite it being a Saturday afternoon and very busy. The food was delicious and reasonably priced considering its location. Dog friendly also, would recommend if in area.

Called in because the causeway was closed. Three of us had coffee/tea and three cheese scones. Scones were under baked and stodgy. They had no cheese in the mixture only on the top. We weren't impressed. You got 2 stars because the view was outstanding!

We stopped for a late lunch on our way back from Holy island as we were looking for somewhere that catered for Gluten free. Lots of good options made with quality local ingredients. A little pricey but the food was delicious and we would go back again. A bit of a wait for a table but a lovely atmosphere and it would be a beautiful setting sat outside in the summer.

Beautiful venue and surroundings. Service and food excellent. Will definitely return when in the area.

Had a lovely stay despite the mixed UK weather. We had booked pitch 15, which had amazing views when we arrived. Unfortunately, with the weather turning overnight we woke up to find ourselves in a giant puddle. The site accommodated a move for us as...

The food at lunchtime was very good: an imaginative menu, well-cooked, attractively served; but the service was dreadful. It was that common problem: only junior staff on the restaurant floor, and not enough of them, and nobody senior overseeing service. We arrived to find a...

Tasty food and a gorgeous view. A very busy spot much of which I'm sure will be return customers. Great spot if you have your dog with you.

We arrived on a sunny day but it was cold and we sat outside because we had our dog with us, though I did notice dogs were allowed inside. There is a sign asking to wait to be seated but we had chosen a seat...

A disappointing experience. Ordered a soup but a different one was brought without informing me and was so highly peppery I couldn’t eat it. Chose an alternative but that has made me feel sick for the remainder of the day. Young staff seemed to be...

My second time camping here and booked again for next year. I set my tent on T01 pitch and had a cracking view of holy island. Peacefull and well equipped.

Staying on the campsite in our motorhome as we love Holy Island. It was our Golden anniversary (50 years) so a celebration meal was planned. First the restaurant was cold, so we went back to the site for a sweater, then the rosé gold cava...

On arrival be prepared to wait for table, but don’t expect to be sat by an empty seat with a view. Initially guided to a table without view at back of restaurant, despite the only being 3 tables filled, all not by the large windows...

Real napkins & staff that chat! We had a lovely meal with exactly the right atmosphere. The staff were attentive and very calm. The decor is easy and peaceful. I'd say the best fish and chips I've had in a very long time- all about...

We was leaving holy island and called in to this lovely place with great outdoor seating & great views on this sunny day. Like the other reviews unfortunately they seem short staffed as you wait for everything even though our waitress was helpful and pleasant....

Fabulous restaurant and campsite! Dinner was fantastic in a relaxed atmosphere with lovely dog Milo for company! The oysters were to die for! Staff attentive and proffessional!

They have the location, amazing views etc, but badly need staff training There was a sign saying wait to be seated, which no staff seemed to be monitoring A couple came in and went to sit at an empty table and were set upon by...

This place clearly has trouble finding enough good staff, as a blackboard explains. It is rather out of the way and it must be difficult. However, the service was non existent. It is table service only (I was told I could not order a coffee...

We have often eaten at the B@B. The food is ok but they definitely need to work out better systems. We waited in a growing queue for 10 minutes to be seated while tables were supposedly cleared although there were at least 4 tables on...

Expensive, £36 per night to park a camper van using no electricity, cold shower in the morning with hair in the shower cubical, very disappointing.

Absolutely the best Croque Monsieur ever! Great menu and choice of specials. Staff friendly and helpful. Stunning views and dod friendly too!

We visited today after abandoning the queue to get out of Lindisfarne festival. They were busier than usual because of the festival and explained this when we arrived. However we were found a table in the sunshine very quickly. We had roast chicken and roast...

We stopped here on the way back from Holy Island as a group of 4. We all went for different menu options and all thoroughly enjoyed our meals. The service was friendly. Excellent food in an excellent atmosphere. Hugely recommended.

Stayed in a motorhome on this site, and had an amazing view over to Holy Island. The best ladies shower facilities I have ever used. Roomy cubicles and super clean. The food in the restaurant was beautiful, we had fish finger sandwiches and they were...

Another dreadful experience and must remember not to go again. Poor service and rude staff. There are some lovely places to eat and drink in Northumberland but this isn’t one of them. I’m guessing it was built for coach parties heading to and from holy...

We arrived with our motorhome on Friday afternoon for the weekend and found a well kept site with level pitches and clean facilities. The views were simply stunning, Holy Island, Budle Bay to Bamburgh and further. We ate at the restaurant for 2 evening meals,...

We waited and waited and waited - for nearly 30 minutes, and despite asking again and again no one took our order! We simply wanted cold drinks and a cake! It was not busy! People who were before us were still waiting for 2 coffees!...

Turned up on a sunny Sunday evening for a 3 night stay on the campsite. Appreciate it is a working farm but where our pitch was we were near a large farm building processing something??….we could hardly hear ourselves think and the dust was so...

Rude is the best description of our visit. We were totally ignored by the waitressing staff. We waited with another couple to be seated, and waited and waited while the staff walked passed. No one said we will be with you shortly or anything we...

We have been visiting this place since it opened, the food is lovely, however they have a serious staff problem. We attend at 2pm Mon 7/8/23. There was a queue of about 12 people to get in. We waited. I went to the toilet and...

Whilst on holiday in Northumberland at the end of July my wife & I had 2 meals at the Barn. Both times we were warmly greeted on entering the restaurant & it was explained to us that due to the general shortages of staff in...

Absolutely fabulous find. Everyone ordered different meals from a Sunday lunch to the special quiche and salad and children's fish and chips and pasta. Every dish was cooked to perfection and delicious. The staff never stopped clearing tables and taking orders. It was definitely worth...

Outstanding meal and service. Friendly and efficient service! Best meal we’ve had in a long time. Must try the Border Tart.

Probably the best fish n chips ive ever had . Highly recommended. Stayed 3 nights in motorhome, great peaceful site ,lovely views and walks

Stayed over night in our motorhome.. beautiful location.. fabulous establishment and facilities .. staff really friendly

We visited following a family recommendation. It’s a great stop off for coffee or lunch after or before a visit to Holy Island, lovely views. There’s also a campsite and children’s playground. We had excellent fish and chips, fish finger sandwiches on another visit. It...

We stopped here on the way back from Lindisfarne. It was a nice hot sunny day so we sat outside (on one of their many outside tables) Their fish sandwich was very nice. Freshly lightly battered pieces of fish in a nice soft focaccia style...

Lovely campsite and restaurant. A new ladies shower block had just opened which was very clean and huge! The campsite itself had amazing views and was well kept. The staff were really friendly and happy in the restaurant. I would definitely recommend for camping and...

Lovely food in a warm, relaxed environment. Friendly, accommodating staff who had the right amount of both professionalism and easy going attitude. Will definitely return and this time stay at their small campsite too. What a jewel to have on site.

4 of us had breakfast on a Saturday morning and were all very impressed. There was a small queue when we arrived and a sign apologising that they were understaffed that day. Despite this, we were seated within a few minutes. The staff were excellent,...

Stunning location Fantastic food Brilliant service 👏 The staff were super friendly, the food was gorgeous and the views were wonderful 😍

Ho udini lives. From the kitchen to the table, the fish disappeared from the batter some how. I think it must be a new game , it certainly kept us entertained.Been going here for 20 years worst meals we have ever had. We did complain...

Visited on a Sunday, prominent notices saying they are short staffed so expect to wait…..and we did…..and we waited…..and waited. We waited probably 15/20 minutes to be seated despite there being an empty reserved table made up from smaller tables. To add insult to injury...

Excellent views, plenty of parking. Staff friendly and trying their best. It's a shame their short staffed but we didn't wait too long. Coffee and cake was great.

Fabulous location overlooking Lindisfarne. Really tasty Sunday Lunch. Excellent service and very reasonably priced.

We were on a golf holiday to Northumberland with friends, staying locally at Haggerston Castle. We went to the Barn at Beal for a coffee on the way back from Lindisfarne and the evening menu looked great so we booked a table for Saturday evening....

Reviewing the caravan site. We booked this site for the lovely views but unfortunately due to the way the motorhome pitched next to us we had to reverse in so just had a view of a gravel car park. The same neighbours invited 6 other...

Arrived with friends for breakfast, despite not many customers we were so obviously ignored by the female waitress,waited ages to be served, and she appeared uninterested to the point of rudeness. the food when it arrived was fine. We returned in the afternoon, but sadly...

We've been going for years but noticed a change since last year. The staff were friendly and helpful, the area and views as always were fantastic. The full English veggie breakfast was far from previous standards or quality....such a shame.

Stayed at the campsite last week in a tent . Found the site to be quite , Clean & friendly . Large Tent Pitches EHU with beautiful views across to Holy island . Toilets clean and well stocked . Visited the Coffee shop for Coffee...

We were camping on the site, had an excellent breakfast every day. Staff were friendly and helpful and the quality of the food was great. Absolutely delicious. Set us up for the day. The Campsite was amazing, quiet, well maintained and facilities were 5 star....

Been coming here for years, and have often recommended, won’t do in future. Seems permanent change that Tart and tray bake portions have been made significantly smaller but prices not reduced. £3.75 for the ‘signature’ Border Tart cut to just over an inch at the...

Well sized breakfast, lovely toast and probably the 2nd best coffee I have ever had. ( sorry best coffee award goes to my local)! Eggs and avocado was very tasty. Nice visit, dog friendly , staff friendly, views good too!

worst customer experience! booked a camping plot with awning space and sent emails and photo of van with awning asking if we had the right plot. THEY said no, and moved us. When we turned up the plot they had moved us to was a...

Stayed overnight with campervan. Site was very clean, well organised and busy yet quiet. Found the staff friendly and accommodating. The food was excellent. Tasty and well presented. We had dinner and breakfast. Not the cheapest but not extortionate either. The quality and service made...

We ate here at lunchtime and took two tables outdoors where the kids could play on the grass. There was a sign up asking for slow service to be excused due to short staffing but we didn’t find the service slow at all - the...

Lovely meal. Dog friendly. Love Milo. Fantastic views across to Lindisfarne. Staff very nice. Stayed at campsite next door great views.

Such as shame ! we visited the Barn a few months ago for Sunday lunch and it was lovely , good service and tasty food , unfortunately this visit was the exact opposite this time , poor service and the food wasn’t great , firstly...

Absolutely beautiful building with amazing views and a fantastic breakfast - would recommend wholeheartedly. Even the toilets were lovely The only negative was nothing to do with the establishment but the other customers leaving their toddlers to run riot and scream over and over

We have happily been eating here for years. Last time the service was very poor, we waited ages and had ro ask were out food was. Today when we arrived there was a queue and there seemed to be very few staff. You used to...

Staying at Barn at Beal so booked a meal on the Sat night . Lovely restaurant delicious 😋 quality food well presented , friendly staff great atmosphere would definitely recommend 👌