It’s the most wonderful time of the year to explore the North East’s towns and villages that really come to life during the festive period.
This includes the likes of Corbridge in Northumberland near Hexham, which is bursting with “twinkly winter streets” at this time of year.
Customer reviews on TripAdvisor have revealed some of the best-rated restaurants in this charming village.
Here are five of the best places to eat in Corbridge according to TripAdvisor reviews:
Black Bull
Location: Middle Street, Corbridge NE45 5AT
Opening times: Sunday: 9am–10.30pm, Monday–Thursday: 11am–11pm, Friday–Saturday: 9am–11pm
Rating: 4.3/5
The Black Bull is a historic Chef & Brewer countryside pub in the heart of Corbridge, just a stone's throw from the River Tyne.
One customer said: “Lovely cosy, traditional pub, tastefully decorated for Christmas. Staff are friendly and efficient.
"Food excellent and prices fair. I had the turkey from the Christmas menu, £28 for two courses. Moist and delicious, with roasties, veg and giant Yorkshire!"
Casa Rosso Italian Restaurant
Location: 18–22 Front Street, Corbridge NE45 5AP
Opening times: Sunday: 12pm–8pm, Monday–Thursday: 12pm–9pm, Friday–Saturday: 12pm–10pm
Rating: 4.7/5
The restaurant is praised for its friendly service and generous portions.
A satisfied contributor on TripAdvisor said: “What a find, tucked along the first street in Corbridge. The portions are huge and hard to finish, the pizzas are made with hand stretched dough and semolina.
"You can watch the chefs cooking from the restaurant. Pasta is fab especially the carbonara and the seafood. Struggled to finish it. Cheesy garlic bread is amazing.
"Lovely cosy surroundings, comfy chairs, decent wine list and the staff are lovely, nothing is a problem and they’re so polite.”
Golden Lion Restaurant
Location: Hill Street, Corbridge NE45 5AA
Opening times: Sunday: 11am–5pm, Monday–Thursday: 11am–10pm, Friday–Saturday: 11am–10.30pm
Rating: 4.8/5
This historic public house was built in the mid 18th century. A contributor said: “From stepping into the restaurant, service was first class. The dining area was very clean, and the interior decor was beautiful.
"Menu had a great choice. The food was very well presented and served hot. Definitely worth a visit.”
The Valley
Location: Station Road, The Old Station House, Corbridge NE45 5AY
Opening times: Monday–Saturday: 5pm–10pm
Rating: 4.2/5
It is described on TripAdvisor as an elegant Indian dining in a beautiful country setting.
One TripAdvisor contributor called it 'the best Indian restaurant in the UK', saying: “Everything about this restaurant is charming and elegant and tasteful.
"The building is an experience of its own, the staff are excellent and the menu is just that much better than any UK Indian food you will have tried with much more variety than you will have experienced.”
The Corbridge Larder
Location: 18 Hill Street, Heron House, Corbridge NE45 5AA
Opening times: Sunday: 10am–4pm, Monday–Friday: 9.30am–5pm, Saturday: 9am–5pm
Rating: 4.4/5
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It offers ‘wholesome’, freshly cooked meals prepared in-house.
One reviewer said: “We had lunch here. We had various dishes, a sandwich, eggs on toast, chicken liver pate and a cheese scone.
"The food was excellent quality especially the pate. The tea was very nice too as it was loose leaf.”
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