The Old Stables in Northumberland

A lovely location, sat outside in the sunshine with my dog, a pot of tea, cheese scone followed by a piece of carrot cake, absolutely delicious. Thank You, I can't wait to return

This place is a gem. My husband and I had lunch here today, the service and food was absolutely exceptional. Will definitely be back and would highly recommend a visit.

We called in here after visiting Alnwick Castle. Very cosy and welcoming with outdoor seating area, useful if you have a dog. We got there just before noon so we had the lunch menu. There is a breakfast menu served till 11.30 which comprised the usual - bacon sandwich, egg sandwich etc. The lunch menu wasn’t huge but nobody would struggle finding something suitable. My wife went for the smashed avocado on brown toast which she really enjoyed. I chose the corned beef and potato pie. I think this was probably the best corned beef pie I’ve ever had. Will definitely have that again. Coffee was good too. Staff were friendly with a good sense of humour which I found out when I jokingly suggested the pie was from Costco. It wasn’t; it was homemade. Note - if you’re driving from Alnwick, the entrance is on the roundabout, not the little lane to the right just before the roundabout.

After a morning walking round a drizzly Alnwick, we in need of a cafe to have a cup of tea and a cake. All the cafes in Alnwick, were busy, so we decided to search for places nearby. We found this cafe and decided to try it, we were glad we did. The choice of cakes were good, and included a couple of gluten free options. We were so glad we found this place, and I would definitely recommend visiting this tearoom if in the Alnwick area.

In the Alnwick area looking for something for breakfast, spotted the sign and decided to give it a try. The bacon sandwich had plenty of nicely cooked bacon, the scrambled eggs on sourdough was plentyful and excellent quality, and the hot drinks topped everything off nicely. Friendly staff too.

One of our regular stops for lunch. All the bread and cakes are homemade. All the sandwiches are amazing, the cakes are to die for. All local ingredients are well prepared and presented. Prices are very reasonable, and I can guarantee that no one will be disappointed. Today, we had afternoon tea, which comprises of a round of sandwiches, a massive sausage roll, a scone with clotted cream, and jam. 3 mini deserts - a fresh raspberry cake, coffee tart, and lemon posset, which was delightful. Unlimited tea or coffee at a very reasonable £19.95. Don't think I'll be able to eat the rest of the day.

Always a lovely welcome. Always a good lunch, plenty of choice and new items on the menu now and very attractively presented. Delicious.

Stunning sausage bap, quaint setting, friendly staff. Cakes are lush. Shame it's only open 3 days a week

We love going here for lunch! It is popular and always busy. We both had the soup this time and it was delicious. Lovely cakes as well.

We were passing The Old Stables last Thursday and stopped for a bite to eat. We decided on the afternoon tea. We were totally blown away. The sandwiches were amazing and the mini Victoria Sponge was a favourite although it was very hard to choose. Definitely the best afternoon tea I’ve had, and a big shout out to their pastry chef. Service was also great, with a real friendly welcome, and recommendations on local sights. A brilliant atmosphere too. Perfect end to a great trip. Highly recommended.

Not only is the food beyond reproach, but the very hard working, welcoming and kind family who run this gem of a tearoom deserve all the praise available. A must for anyone truely interested in getting excellent food in congenial surroundings should put this place on their bucket list. Not to be missed.

Once again had a lovely lunch with tasty food. Contrary to a previous 1 star review we always find all the staff very friendly helpful and hospitable, no-one ever in the least bit grumpy. Will definitely be going back.

Decided to visit as it’s such a small detour for anyone travelling on the A1. It was very busy but the kind staff managed to squeeze us in. Ordered a delicious homemade corned beef pie served with a fresh salad, coleslaw and crisps. My girlfriend ordered a vegetarian frittata, followed by the best Victoria Sponge she has ever eaten. The local coffee was full of flavour and I easily managed two cups. Will definitely visit again.

Recently visited with family at the end of February, lovely options for light bites to eat. We had a bacon and Leek quiche, coronation chicken sandwich, and a corned beef pie. All very fresh tasting and presentation was lovely. Staff were all really lovely and friendly despite it being full, and they were rushing around, but service was still great. Will be back soon.

Grumpy man, seemingly he makes the bread, so unwelcoming almost making us feel we should leave, infact we headed to the car, where a lovely pleasant member of staff camping rushing to catch us to apologise for his terrible attitude, saying it had been a hot busy day and he was tired. No excuse as far as we were concerned. Coffee and scones we purchased were very nice, but honestly not worth the hassle. We go elsewhere.

I have reviewed the Old Stables before, but well worth an update! They have added a couple of choices to their menu, specifically a sausage butty, with proper local sausages which I have enjoyed several times and a selection of tasties, I had the ham...

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here last week, lovely and friendly staff. The tea room is clean, light and airy with a lovely selection of cakes. Light lunch options are a choice of quiche/pie, sandwiches, salads, ploughmans and toasties. The toasties are the best I've...

A very nice lunch at this quaint family run tea room. They have a nice selection if cakes on offer including some gluten free options and a vegan flapjack when we were there. The lunch choice was a nice selection, it might not be a...

Warm and friendly welcome and the freshest scone I’ve had in a very long time. Good strong coffee and lovely outdoor area too.

This tea room is the best I have ever visited. All the cakes and scones are home made. Even the sandwiches are made with bread made on the premises. The produce is sourced locally and they even list the producers on the menu. A very...

We had lunch here today and it was very good. Friendly and warm service - nothing was too much trouble. The food was fresh and tasty. It was very good value for money. Will definitely will be back when in the area again.

We had driven past a few times on our way into Alnwick, a route away from the A1. Unfortunately it was soooo busy, not a table in sight. However the Owner who reminded me of my own Mom - someone you warm to straight away,...

What a wonderful tea room this is; clean, light and airy when you walk in. Everything is made fresh to order which of course might take a little time but it isn't a long wait. You can taste the freshness of the sandwiches and quiche....

Lovely little tea room, everything is freshly made and lovely customer service. Room outside for dogs and a wonderful view across the countryside.

We had a quick stop here after a trip to Alnwick gardens. Very friendly staff and a great choice of cakes. We had orange and almond cake and malteser tiffin, both of which were lively and very good sized portions. Also had the lemon cheesecake,...

Found this little tea room by accident so had the cream tea, enjoyed so much went 2 day later and had the ploughman's. The quality of the food and the friendliness of the staff is outstanding, what a find wow thank you

This tea room is the best we have visited for a long time. It is a traditonal classy tea room with wonderful cakes and friendly hosts. Highly recommend...worth going off the main road!

Popped in today for lunch. This tea room is just on the road past the castle heading out of Alnwick. Honestly it was the best quiche i have tasted.It came with a beautiful fresh salad, homemade coldslaw and crisps. Hubby had smoked salmon and cream...

The best tearoom in the northeast, everything homemade, extremely clean and lovely attentive staff, keep it up avril and family, please don’t ever retire, jan Robert Sheila Billington

I booked a table so I could go to lunch at the Old Stables Tearoom today. It is just outside Alnwick. After a very friendly welcome I ordered a ham sandwich. The boiled ham was cooked by them and served in incredibly fresh and tasty...

I popped in for a coffee and scone after finishing my shopping in Alnwick. I've eaten many a scone but I must say that the fruit scone I had today was by far the best. Good cup of coffee too. My first visit won't be my last.

The Old Stables is a real joy. The food is prepared on the premises by a very talented family who will also serve you. Everything is freshly made and served with a smile, you will be made to feel like a very special guest from your very first visit, and I assure you that it won’t be your last.... The family are fastidious regarding Corona rules, you will of course need to book in advance.

A serendipitous find. Food excellent, made with love and care. Fresh homemade bread. Catering for all diets. Service top notch. Brilliant atmosphere. Cards for sale, a few presents and honey. They do take out and click and collect. Only open a few days at this time.We were too full to eat a cake, so took some away with us for later. Coffee and Walnut wonderful, husband had the Victoria sponge with lemon filling. Both light and scrumptious.Safe re Covid 19.First visit and we've booked for another one before we go home.Wonderful experience ☺️

My sister and I thought we would try the Old Stables for a birthday lunch. This is a simple venue with beautifully prepared and home cooked food. We enjoyed an absolutely delicious lunch which stood out above the ordinary. The staff were kind and helpful. I will definitely be returning here in the future and would recommend a visit. Prebooking recommended.

This is a wonderful little find..Lovely people offering warm welcome and excellent food albeit from a limited menu.The sandwiches are freshly made to order accompanied with crisps and coleslaw.and the delicious cakes are all homemade. There is ample space everywhere and lots of sanitizer.

From sandwiches,scones and cakes, excellent quality. Service was friendly and efficient. Would recommend the Old Stables. It was our first visit but we will be back.

We ate at the tea rooms for the second time in a week, while staying in the area. My husband had the Corned Beef pie, both times and said that it’s the best he’s ever had. I had the homemade Coronation Chicken Sandwich on homemade seeded brown bread, delicious. I also had the lemon cheesecake, which was amazing. We try to visit whenever we are in the area, and everything we have had, Quiche, Soups, Scones, delicious sponge with Raspberries and lemon Mascarpone we’ve loved.Food a delight, as are the friendly, helpful staff in pleasant surroundings, away from the madding crowd.

Just absolutely love this cafe on the outskirts of Alnwick. Food again was delicious, sandwiches and soup all freshly made. A delightful place to go to.

This is one of the best cafes I have ever had the pleasure to visit. The food is excellent, all freshly homemade. Always a very warm welcome. Spotlessly clean. Can’t fault it.

As a local, this is my go to tea room. The food is delicious and the service friendly and fun. Avril, Rosie and Alice are a delight. The Christmas cake and mincemeat tart...nom nom nom. Thank you!

Do ring ahead to book a table as this cafe is not huge. There is outdoor seating in the summer. They have soups, sandwiches and an amazing array of cakes. There are items for sale, it is clean and it has a lovely quaint, friendly atmosphere.

Visited twice now, the tearoom sits on its own out of Alnwick near one of the A1 junctions in an old farmhouse but is well worth the trip. Excellent choice of homemade cakes, scones etc including gluten free options. Could be worth booking as they don’t have too many tables and is obviously popular as it has been busy on both my visits with tables reserved (the first visit was out of season too). They also do quiches etc for lunch and afternoon teas but haven’t had chance to try these yet. Staff really nice, not dog friendly in the tearoom but they do have a covered area outside where you could sit with dogs if warm enough.

Been here a few times now and I try something different every time I go. Everything is first class and cooked to perfection. Although it is outside of Alnwick it is always busy and you can see why. Soup, scones, quiche, sandwiches are all outstanding. See you soon.

Been coming here since it opened and we are never disappointed, delicious every time. Lovely family run business.

Been meaning to call in here for some time and made the effort. Caught my eye on homemade teacakes and was not disappointed - probably the best teacake I have ever tasted. Husband had fruit scone with jam and cream and again delicious. Tea and coffee lovely as was the welcome and service. Place is immaculately clean. Will definitely go again and ring some teacakes home.

Popped in for lunch as we are on holiday in the area. Lunch was fantastic but the cakes are to die for. Well worth a visit. Staff are very friendly and there is a selection of handmade items to buy. Will definatly be back if we are back in the area.

I have been here quite a few times was recommended by friends, my cousin's come all the way from Durham for lunch friendly people lovely home made food and not expensive

A very popular tea room where you always receive a very warm welcome. All home produced, bread, cakes quiches etc. Excellent coffee but beware the fresh raspberry and lemon mascarpone victoria sponge cake can become addictive. Once visited you will surely return.

Went here for lunch on Saturday for the first time. All three of us had the soup of the day with a cheese scone. We all commented straight away how delicious the pea and ham soup was,it was outstanding! Cheese scones excellent as well. You can just tell that whatever you chose here would be good. Sandwiches and cakes looked great as well. Service is exceptional! A brilliant little place, can't wait to return. Excellent.

,This is an old stable converted into a Tea Room, the afternoon tea was to die for, everything was very fresh and home made. The staff are very friendly it"s small and cosy would recommend that you book in advance. Its open Wednesday to Saturday.

Perfection - from start to finish. The welcome of the most friendly, hard working staff, the ambience and the FOOD! Nowhere else can hold a candle to it. Delicious soups, quiches, sandwiches and cakes, all lovingly homemade. The family will guarantee to make you welcome with their cheerfulness.

We had been recommended by friends as we hadn't realised they were here. It is a lovely tea room and the staff are so friendly and accommodating. They have a small but tasty lunch menu plus amazing cakes with everything being homemade by the family. I can see why it has so many regulars as the atmosphere is wonderful and they are lovely. You need to try the quiche and cheese scones as they are to die for, the best in Northumberland!

Lovely little cafe with great home made food. The cakes are lovely and the salted caramel brownies are the best I have had. Really enjoyed quiche and salad on the last visit. Staff are really friendly too and we often take the dog and sit outside.

Excellent food and service. Special birthday cake made by staff. Eric loved it! Quiche excellent. Sponge excellent.

Having driven past here daily for years I finally visited on Saturday for lunch with my son. Very pleased that I did - our sandwiches were delicious on homemade bread and the service from the staff was very friendly. Not a lot of cakes left as they had been busier earlier so we got a slice of Victoria sponge to take out - it was yummy!

Yet again a fabulous experience. Visited today and had a delightful traditional afternoon tea which we had pre-ordered. Beautifully presented with lovely, dainty sandwiches made with a really good selection of fillings and fresh bread, delicious (as always) fruit scones with jam and cream, a lovely selection of cakes and lots of freshly made tea. This is how a proper afternoon tea should be. Service is first rate and nothing is too much trouble. This is my second review of The Old Stables and I’m very pleased to say that it is consistently excellent... it’s a pleasure to be a customer there.

Been promising ourselves we would visit here for months and eventually got here for a coffee and a cake. Lovely place, great staff and ambience. Definitely will be back but will not leave it so long next time.

Wonderful tea rooms in a superb location, just about 1 mile out of Alnwick. Everything, including the bread is home made, and it shows. The quality of the food is superb. Great tea rooms menu, with light lunches and snacks. Staff / owners were very helpful and friendly. I will definitely be back!

Passed The Old Stables Tea Room as we went shopping, so called in for lunch. We both chose the homemade soup and sandwiches. The service was very friendly and helpful and the food was really fresh and well presented. Will definitely go back to try the freshly made quiche and cakes when we next pass by.

Booked afternoon tea for me and my mum as part of my mum's 50th treat, and wow it was amazing, the best afternoon I've ever had, it was that good I could not eat it all nor could my Mum, but we got to take the left overs home which was nice :) the staff are very friendly and organised, always asking if we wanted a top up of tea / coffee, definetly recommend this tea room :)

We visit this Tea Room regularly for tea & coffee but visited today for a Mother’s Day afternoon tea. It was simply fabulous....plenty to eat, beautifully prepared and served, tasted fantastic and bottomless pots of tea in a proper teapot. The Tea Room is small and cosy, very clean, the staff are very friendly and make us feel very welcome. Other Tea Rooms & Coffee Shops in the area could learn a lot from this little Tea Room - fabulous food & drinks at a very reasonable price and good old-fashioned customer service. It’s always a joy to visit.

We've just come back from another delightful lunch at the justifiably popular Old Stables. It was very busy yet the friendly staff were calm and welcoming - as usual!

We have been on numerous occasions it's always gorgeous freshly baked bread and quiches and cakes they work really hard to oblige and are friendly would recommend are only open from Wed to Saturday but can understand why as everything is made on premises so this means very early starts to do baking for the day will be back in October

Very relaxed little cafe, even if it is a bit off the beaten track. My quiche with salad was very good and my partner's pate was also excellent. Good coffee and cakes too. Wrapped up with friendly service. Definitely worth a visit.

The egg sandwiches on fresh bread were stunning as were all the cakes. We were there at the end of the day we even got to take home a free loaf that they had no use for. My daughter loved the homemade soup. It was all so good we made a 2nd trip two days later - it was just as delicious. Best to book though as it can get crowded.

This is everything you want a cafe to be. We were passing through the area on our way up to...

Amable, impecablemente limpio, la comida bien presentada y llena de sabor. Pedí una tarta de zanahoria cumpleaños (vegetarianos), que es la mejor tarta de zanahoria que hemos tenido. Nos gusta tener el té de la tarde cuando viajamos por todo el mundo (desde Canadá a...

Nos hemos quedado aquí dos veces. En la primera ocasión que tenía un bollo, mermelada y nata, que era absolutamente delicioso. La segunda vez que nos reservamos y tenía un encantador almuerzo. Todo está recién preparado y servido por el personal encantador. Bien merece una...

El personal es muy amable en pequeña cafetería cerca de Alnwick. La comida es principalmente quiches, ensaladas, sándwiches y encantador tortas. Es mejor reservar porque es pequeño y muy popular. Sin duda volveremos.

Salir de la ciudad un par de kilómetros de este lugar. Bien merece una visita. Por desgracia, sólo abre de miércoles a sábado, pero se puede entender que cuando sabes todo es casero. Recomiendo Quiche Loraine, pero luego no he tenido nada. Una ráfaga de sabor en la boca. Budín Torta y pegajoso pizcas de zanahoria tarta, fabuloso. Gran servicio y no es caro. Lo comparo con Betty's de Harrogate. Como buena, si no mejor y sin colas! ! !

Tenía un encantador almuerzo aquí - quiche Lorraine y ensalada seguido de un gran pedazo de pastel pegajoso pudding de toffee. Los platos no son enormes pero el quiché fue, un sabor delicioso, especialmente calentado. El café no es tan grande, quizás 7 - 8 mesas y también tiene los propietarios son muy amables. Todo es casero y las tartas son para morirse. Taza de té con extra de agua pot. A un precio muy razonable. Hay tarjetas y novedades para la venta. Sin duda llamar; muy pintoresco.

Qué increíble cafetería que sirve comida preparada. Las tartas son fabulosas. Los bollos eran los mejores que he probado! El personal era muy atento y nada era demasiado problema. Si tan sólo fuera más cerca de casa!

Called in on the way home, I had the salted caramel brownie my husband had the orange cake. Both were delicious ( I tried his too) friendly staff we'll be going back for lunch next time we're in the area. Very good!

This is a lovely cafe. Great home cooked food and friendly staff.i had smoked salmon salad and my friend had leek and cheese quiche, followed by homemade scones. Delicious

A great cafe, with very good homemade food. The best cakes I've tasted anywhere in Northumberland. It's always busy and you need to book for lunch. Very pleasant helpful staff. A joy to visit.

First time I have visited this tea room. Staff were very friendly and attentive and the place has a lovely ambience. I had coffee and the almond and orange cake. It was divine. Well worth a visit!

My family and I often visit this lovely cafe. The food is always fresh and tasty and the coffee is excellent. On my last visit I had the carrot cake with an orange frosting, it was the best carrot cake I have ever had.We are always greeted with a warm and friendly welcome.Highly recommend.

This is our first visit, arrived at 11 and it was all ready busy . Lovely little cafe warm friendly staff. Scones very good and the black forest cake was very tasty. Will come back and try the lunch menu.

Eventually managed to get to visit this restaurant with a friend for lunch. The service was excellent and the food delicious. I had the quiche which was beautiful and my friend had pate which was also beautiful. Then we had cake to finish. We chose almond and orange cake and omg!! It was to die for. Definitely going there again next time for the afternoon tea.

Great lunch, excellent service, delicious homemade food. Had a lovely Parma ham and pine nut bread swirl, followed by the best ever chocolate brownie. If you are any where in the vicinity it's definitely worth a visit, we will be back

what a lovley tearoom my 2nd visit everything from the food decor service is 1st class a gem in alnwick

Visited June 2016 for afternoon tea. By far the nicest one we have had! Delicious homemade cakes, fresh sandwiches and lots of tea! What a gem we have found here! Well done to staff who were lovely also! Yummy homemade bread and fudge as well. Def worth a visit but don't tell too many people :-)

Heading home to Scotland we visited on our sons recommendation and glad we did. If you are trying to lose weight avoid this little restaurant . Their home baking is exceptional worthy of "The Bake Off"and the food could not be fresher ,The staff ( family run ) very friendly . In case you miss it head for Alnwick and watch for the Eglingham sign . Worth the search.

I visited with a group of friends and was very impressed by the quality of the food here. Everything we ordered came out beautifully presented and looking delicious. The staff are very friendly and the whole experience was homely and relaxing.

There are two places I have found in this area where I would go for coffee and cake and this is one. So friendly, small and all food is home made to a high standard! Will always return !

This delightful family run eatery deserves the highest of praise. The food is truly exceptional served in very relaxed and peaceful surroundings! My personal fav being their home made pate but a good choice of savouries and soup of the day is available. You are spoilt for choice for cake to follow the lemon drizzle is to die for! Having found it we will be regulars from now on. Well worth seeking out, be aware they are open Wednesday to Saturday only!

Really lovely lunch, kind and friendly staff, lovely food, nice atmosphere. Awesome raspberry vinegar dressing for the salad and delicious pate. Fabulously tasty homemade soup.

My wife and I have had lunch here a few times and each time has been excellent. The service is great and prices are reasonable. My wife even buys a few extra brownies to take home for the kids who say they are the best Brownies "ever".

Although I have already reviewed The Stables previously, I felt that I had to write again. My husband, my disabled mum who is in a wheelchair and myself visited on a busy Saturday lunch time. We had a delicious lunch, the pate was great and the home made tea cakes superb. All the food is lovley but it is also the staff who make this place such a delight to visit, nothing is too much trouble! It is always difficult to find restaurants that have disabled access and facilities but I feel that we have found a gem in The Stables, thank you.

Stumbled across this family run place. Great little gaff. Friendly service, spotlessly clean and very reasonably priced. What more could you ask for?We will definitely be back!! Thank you guys...

My family and I are regular visitors to the old stables. The food and servce is second to none in Alnwick. All freshly baked and prepared, they have an excellent range to cater for all tastes and go out of their way to make sure you leave with a full stomach and a smile.. A must visit!!

Visited the Old Stables a number of times with friends for lunch and have never been disappointed. I highly recommend the quiche & victoria sponge - fantastic! The hot chocolate is the best i have ever tasted! Service is also excellent. Also some nice gifts for sale. I would recommending booking if making a special trip, it does get very busy. The lemon meringue fudge is also delicious!

I popped in with a friend and her mother who are regular visitors - I now know why they go so often!!!! I have never tasted toasted tea cakes as delicious before. The bread is also amazing and so fresh. Baked at 3am every morning. All the cakes look delicious - especially the Victoria sponge. Not only fabulous food but the prices are so reasonable and the staff very friendly. There is also an assortment of gifts. If you haven't been you don't know what you are missing.

The Old Stables is so warm and friendly. The food is lovely good wholesome cooking every thing is homemade and very yummy. I really would recommend a visit. You simply must try the salted chocolate Brownie. Mmmmmmm.

We love this café and go on a regular bases. The food is lovely and all freshly made. The bread and the cakes are to die for. My personal favourite is the cheese savoury sandwich yummy!!

The staff at The Old Stables always make my family most welcome. The food is always fresh and the cakes are amazing. I highly recommend the sponge cakes. The girls remember each time what we like and always give fantastic service. We will definitely be back soon

I went here yesterday on the recommendation of a friend and was so pleased I did!It just does basic sandwiches, soup, cakes etc, but everything is so lovely and tasty.I went with my sister and her 8 month old, and although there wasn't a high chair free when we got there, the lady moved us onto a side table and brought the high chair as soon as it was free.I had a cheese savoury sandwich, and i was just expecting something quite plain, but the flavour was amazing! I don't know how they managed to make it taste that nice! I was also tempted by a bit of cake to follow, and it was absolutely gorgeous too.I'll definitely be returning here, and recommending it to others. Lovely homemade food in a friendly atmosphere, and good value for money.

Tasty food. Amazing cakes! What more can I say. Visited many times and always a pleasure. The owners/staff are always welcoming, chatty and helpful.

Today 4 generation met for coffee and home made cakes, scones and bread everyone was made very welcome, we enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere with the bonus of buying bread to take home delicious!!!

/I visited there with friends last Saturday(29/8/15) and was greeted by four ladies behind the counter. They quickly took & served our orders. All food is home made on the premises.The lemon drizzle cake,coffee cake, fruit/cheese scones were big and tasty and melted in your mouth. I am planning to return in the not too distant future.