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Coquetvale Hotel Afternoon tea at the Coquetvale Hotel in Rothbury offers something for everyone. Treat yourself to a glass of prosecco with a traditional tea, or try a savoury afternoon tea of Scotch egg, mini cottage and pork pies, smoked salmon bagel, roast beef and horseradish sandwiches, Yorkshire blue cheese, biscuits and tomato chutney, a cheese scone and malt loaf. All are served with loose-leaf teas or coffee from Ringtons. The Coquetvale Hotel Station Road Rothbury, NE65 7QH, tel 01669 622 900, www.coquetvale.co.uk Massey’s Tea Room Take a trip to picture-perfect Corbridge and Massey’s afternoon tea, which comes in three sizes – micro, mini or maxi – and includes sandwiches, scone with jam and cream, cake and coffee/tea. Guess which size we recommend... Massey’s Tea Room Middle Street, Corbridge NE45 5AT, tel 01434 633 130 www.masseystearoom.co.uk Melanie’s Tea Room We like nothing more than a cosy tea room after a walk on the coast, and Melanie’s Tea Room in Newbiggin-by-the-Sea ticks all the boxes. Cream and afternoon teas are traditional and served in style – perfect for a lazy afternoon after a morning on the beach. Melanie’s Tea Room, Front Street, Newbigginby-the-Sea, NE64 6NJ, www. facebook.com/Melanies-TeaRoom-2089139004648670 Red Kite Red Kite afternoon tea is traditional and proudly local. Or, for a taste of something different, try an alternative afternoon tea of mini fish cakes and chips, mini Yorkshire pudding beef wraps, scones and cakes. The Red Kite, Spa Well Road, Winlaton
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Mill, Blaydon-on-Tyne, NE21 6RU, tel 0191 414 5840, www. theredkitewinlatonmill.co.uk The County Hotel The County Hotel serves up classic afternoon teas ideal for long sunny afternoons. Take your time and relax with sweet and savoury options and a choice of fizz and cocktail teas should they take your fancy. The County Hotel, Priestpopple Hexham, NE46 1PS tel 01434 608 444 www.countyhotelhexham.co.uk Robineau Patisserie Having met in the pastry kitchens of the world-famous Connaught Hotel in London, Frederic and Jane Robineau’s afternoon teas are backed up with years of experience and plenty of style. The team creates stunning French patisserie, savouries and scones every day, and the relaxed space and excellent service make this a must-visit! Robineau Patisserie West Auckland Road, Darlington DL3 9EL, tel 01325 489 129 www.robineau.co.uk Walwick Hall Walwick Hall’s beautiful afternoon tea served in the hotel’s grand Drawing Room comprises mini sandwiches, freshly baked scones with clotted cream and jam, beautifully presented pastries, and more, all carefully crafted by an expert pastry chef. Walwick serves two afternoon teas - Traditional and Northumbrian with local favourites such as mini stotties. There are also seasonal and special occasion teas, the next on Father’s Day. Add some extra sparkle with a glass of champagne and enjoy the view over the Tyne Valley. Walwick Hall, Humshaugh Hexham NE46 4BJ, tel 0871 495 0013, walwickhall.com