Like most suburbs of Newcastle, Jesmond has its fair share of independent cafes that are ideal for meeting for coffee, that serve up good food, and offer something different to the usual coffee house chains on every corner. The Jesmond cafes are some of my favourites in the North East, and they ...
A walk along the Tynemouth coast, Longsands beach, Tynemouth priory or Tynemouth market isn’t complete without a fresh coffee to accompany you. One of the best times to visit Tynemouth is first thing, as it can get so busy later in the day, so whatever you’re doing here’s the coffee shops in ...
Hoult’s Yard is an increasingly popular local business hub on Walker Road behind Byker, and before you reach Ouseburn. It’s a really diverse space, occupying what used to be a jam jar factory back in the day. Now you’ll find all sorts, from crazy golf, to recruitment agencies, crafts, ...
Newcastle Central station is right in the heart of the city, and one of the busiest areas of town for grabbing a drink or some food. Not only is it the arrival point for the national rail network, but it’s also a central point for the local metro system and right on the taxi and bus routes. If ...
Société Cafe & Bar is the newest hotspot to arrive in Newcastle city centre, having opened in early May. Previously serving pizza in Stack, they’re now catering for multiple needs in a cracking location at the top of the coveted Grey Street.
A truly British tradition, afternoon tea or high tea may have originated in the South in Devon and Cornwall, but we aren’t short of places to enjoy afternoon tea in Newcastle. Three layers of finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, and cakes, afternoon tea is one of the most popular ...