Want to eat out? From the several places in the area why not try the local Riverdale Hotel for anything from a bar snack to a gourmet dinner? The restaurant here overlooks the cricket pitch and to the river beyond. On cold days you can cosy up to their log fire in the bar.

The Cheviot Hotel just opposite the cottage caters for all-day breakfasts to afternoon tea.

A little further afield try the Tea Room at Simonburn for homemade cakes and scones in a picturesque garden setting.

If you want to eat in there is a small supermarket for all your needs, a homemade bakers or try the rump steaks from the local butcher.