AN 'excellent cafe' is the perfect stop-off near the A69 in Northumberland, according to Tripadvisor reviews.
Reviewers highlighted the 'fantastic' cafe, ideally located for travellers on the A69 road linking Newcastle, Northumberland and Carlisle.
Watling Coffee House in the quaint village of Corbridge is highly rated, with praise for its 'top-class homemade food' served with a smile, well-presented food and 'great coffee'.
One reviewer described it as a 'fantastic discovery just off the A69 - great coffee, great food'.
"The place was friendly, the coffee just right and the food was fresh and very well presented," they said. "This goes onto our list of coffee stops that we will visit on our UK travels."
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Another customer who visited on a rainy Sunday said: "Very nice. Service was very good. Enjoyed the lovely pea and ham soup."
"I visit The Watling all the time when I'm home seeing my friends and family," another said. "Staff are all very friendly and attentive. Food is presented beautifully, coffee is great and always served with a smile."
Another traveller on their way from York to Edinburgh added: "A pleasant stop on the drive from York to Edinburgh on the back roads rather than the motorway. Food was very fresh and tasty with some unique salads. Staff went out of their way to answer all our questions about the area. Highly recommend for a good meal."
Nearby attractions in Corbridge include independent businesses at the Market Place, featuring a baker, art shop, traditional grocer and more.
Visit Northumberland said: "This is one original and surprising village and small town. Some of the oldest finds in Britain, including rare Roman armour and the Corbridge Lion, are housed in our English Heritage Roman Town."
It added: "For foodies, there are many indy cafes, several historic pubs, a deli, a butcher, and a wine bar. Plus a range of Italian, Indian and English restaurants.
"There is much else to discover, including jewellers, a baby/nursery store housed in an old converted bank, a cookshop, garden room, florists, gift shops and furniture stores.
"Plus interior design shops and antique and vintage emporiums. Several are regularly featured on national TV and in magazines and newspapers both in the UK and across the world.
"There are excellent hotels and B&Bs to stay in, along with a range of self-catering accommodation."
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