A hotel has shared a light-hearted post to cheer people up in the midst of the fears over petrol shortages.

The Grapes Hotel, in Hexham, saw their social media post go viral as people saw the light side of petrol problems.

The post was published on social media saying: "Plenty diesel available here! Well the stuff with lager, cider and blackcurrant. I mean who needs to drive anyway, gets in the way of your drinking! Sod the queuing and pop for a pint instead!"

The post generated a lot of laughter and interest on social media, after a weekend that has seen people panic buying fuel which has resulted in some heated exchanges at the pump.

The Grapes Hotel also said: "Didn’t think it was that exciting just trying to make light of a pants situation, glad to hear it’s cheering people up! Hope it made you smile on a Monday!"

Have you seen anything similar where you live?