Here in the North East, we might not always be basking in glorious sunshine but a cone filled with delicious ice cream can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. Evie & Harry are massive ice cream fiends and any day out usually includes a frozen treat. Below are a list of our favourite parlours around the region:

Details correct at time of publishing. Pricing and opening hours are subject to change.

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Ciccarelli, Blyth

The Gregorio family have been in the ice cream business since 1966. All of their gelato is made on site using ingredients sourced from Italy and milk & cream from the local dairy

How much for a small cone? From £2.40

Opening times: Monday to Saturday 9am-8pm and Sunday 9am-7pm

Parking: Yes, Mermaid Carpark has over 200 free spaces.

Points of interest close by: Blyth Beach, Blyth Battery, Beach Huts, Play Park

Website: https://m.facebook.com/coastlineciccarelliofficial

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Delaval Ices/Arrighis, Seaton Delaval

Serving traditional homemade Italian ice cream since 1925

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 11am-6pm and Saturday, Sunday 10am-6pm

Parking: Street parking outside

Points of interest close by: Seaton Delaval Hall

Website: http://www.arrighis-ice-cream.co.uk

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Di Meo’s, Whitley Bay

Award winning Italian ice cream

How much for a small cone? From £2.60

Parking: None immediately outdoor/next to but there are carparks at Spanish City and at the Playhouse

Opening times: Monday to Thursday 10am-8pm and Friday to Sunday 9am-8:30pm

Points of interest close by: Whitley Bay Beach, Spanish City, Play Park

Website: https://www.dimeos.co.uk

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Dibbley’s, Tynemouth

Dibbley’s Gelato is made with authentic Italian flavours. Each week they add guest flavours to their menu so always check with the team what’s new this week

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Daily between 9am-5pm

Parking: Street parking outside

Points of interest close by: Tynemouth Park, Longsands Beach

Website: https://dibbleystynemouth.business.site

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Doddington Dairy Milk Bar, Wooler

Serving the famous and award winning Doddington Dairy ice creams which are made down the road from their own cow’s milk

How much for a small cone? From £2

Opening times: Daily between 8am-5pm

Parking: Yes, parking is available along the river

Points of interest close by: The town of Wooler

Website: http://www.doddingtonmilkbar.co.uk

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Giacopazzi’s, Eyemouth

The long established, family run business serves up multi-award winning ice creams or sorbet which is made fresh each day on the premises.

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Sunday to Thursday 12-7pm and Friday & Saturday 12-8pm

Parking: Town Centre parking available, lots of street parking is residents permit only

Points of interest close by: Eyemouth Harbour

Website: https://www.giacopazzis.co.uk

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Lickety Split, Seaham

Dishing up their artisan, multi award winning ice cream (which is produced on the premises) alongside ingredients and products from the local area and across the globe, Lickety Split’s 1950’s inspired diner is something really special

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Monday to Friday 11am-5pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-5pm

Parking: Yes, parking is available across the green

Points of interest close by: Seaham Beach & Tommy The Soldier

Website: http://www.lickety-split.co.uk

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Mimis Ice Cream Emporium, Gosforth

High quality ice cream cafe in Gosforth

How much for a small cone? From £2.75

Opening times: Daily 2-6pm

Parking: Yes, there is a carpark directly outside

Points of interest close by: Weetslade Country Park

Website: https://mimis-ice-cream-emporium.business.site

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Morwick Dairy Ice Cream, Morpeth

Traditional farmhouse dairy ice cream with an Italian twist

How much for a small cone? From £2.50

Opening times: Daily 12-4pm

Parking: Yes, there is an on-site carpark

Points of interest close by: Morwick Farm and play area

Website: https://morwickdairy.co.uk

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Spurreli, Amble

Opulent ice cream made on the premises

How much for a small cone? From £2.70

Opening times: Daily 10am-5pm

Parking: Car park and street parking available

Points of interest close by: Amble Marina and Amble Harbour

Website: https://www.spurreli.com

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Toney Minchella, South Shields

Based in South Shields, Toney Minchella is an independently owned manufacturer of multi-award winning ice cream products. Gathering fans world wide, and locally, the Minchella name has become well established in South Shields, synonymous with delicious ice cream.

How much for a small cone? From £1.80

Opening times: Various but the outlets are open 7 days a week

Parking: Yes, all of Minchella’s retail outlets have parking within walking distance

Points of interest close by: South Shield’s Beaches, Marine Park, Funfair

Website: https://www.toneyminchella.co.uk

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Wheelbirks, Stocksfield

Dairy farming was first introduced to Wheelbirks in 1925. The Wheelbirks herd of pedigree Jerseys are the oldest established and the only pedigree herd in Northumberland. It’s their milk that is used to produce Wheelbirks Ice Cream on site, at the farm

How much for a small cone? From £2.30

Opening times: Daily 12:30-5pm

Parking: Yes, there is a car park on site

Points of interest close by: Wheelbirks Farm

Website: http://www.wheelbirks.co.uk

So, where’s your favourite place to grab a scoop or two? Let me know in the comments