The pubs are ranked according to the site’s ‘highest rating’ filter.
The Horseshoes Inn, Rennington is highly rated for its hearty food, cosy atmosphere, welcoming service and reasonable prices.
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The wild mushroom starter at The Horseshoes, Rennington (Image: TripAdvisor) “Absolutely fantastic food and wonderful friendly staff. Amazing Sunday lunch, our new regular place to go,” one Tripadvisor review said.
Another said: “Dropped into the Horseshoes on a whim, as we’re house hunting in the Northumberland coastal area. Really pleased we did! Lovely warm atmosphere in the bar, with a fab log burner chasing the January chill away.”
Rose & Crown, Slaley is another top-rated on the traveller’s website.
“Very welcoming staff and local customers. Excellent choice of food available. Food was served promptly and was of excellent quality,” one reviewer said.
Another said their dog was welcomed by staff.
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Drinks at the Rose & Crown (Image: TripAdvisor) “Had a wonderful evening meal, the food was delicious and plentiful and reasonably priced. Although the pub was busy with mainly locals we were given a warm welcome and our dog was given plenty of attention. Good pub menu with a specials board and good choice of beers and cider.”
The White Swan Inn, Belford has been praised for its ‘warm welcomes’ and ‘very good’ Sunday lunches.
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The White Swan Inn, Belford (Image: TripAdvisor) “This is a great pub,” one traveller said. “We went for drinks at lunchtime one day and a few days later for Sunday lunch. A warm welcome from the young lady behind the bar, and friendly conversation from customers made it memorable. Lunch on Sunday was very good, pink roast beef, beautifully cooked vegetables and crunchy roast potatoes. The serving staff were friendly and smiling.”
The Tankerville Arms Eglingham has a ‘lovely cosy, country feel to it,’ one reviewer said.
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Chocolate tart with vanilla ice cream at The Tankerville Arms (Image: TripAdvisor) They added: “The food was delicious, tender lamb shank on a bubble & squeak rosti and homemade burger, chunky chips and dips, followed by sticky toffee pudding. The service was excellent and very quick. The two female members of staff were pleasant, friendly and attentive.”
Carts Bog Inn, Langley-on-Tyne serves ‘unbelievable food’ in a ‘warm friendly atmosphere’.
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Drinks at Carts Bog Inn (Image: TripAdvisor) “What an amazing evening meal, home-cooked, excellent service with attention to detail. Our daughter is gluten-free and the choice was amazing and happy to accommodate us. Exceptional wonderful hosts, can’t recommend enough,” another review said.
