A list of our favourite family friendly venues around the North East with outdoor seating areas.
**Now the “Road Map Out Of Lockdown” has been announced, a lot of these places have started taking bookings for April/May**
The Amble Inn, Amble
The Amble Inn is the place to eat, drink and sleep in the southern gateway to the magnificent Northumberland Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Reopening Date: 17th May 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: From £3.65 (125ml)
Contact details can be found at https://www.inncollectiongroup.com/amble-inn/
Anglers Arms, Choppington
The home of the Homemade, this family run restaurant, pub and B&B is at the heart of the community of Choppington in Northumberland.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ❌
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://anglersarmssheepwashbank.co.uk
Beach Box, Jesmond
This urban oasis is nestled just outside the city centre in the leafy suburbs of Jesmond and claims to be Newcastle’s biggest beer garden.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.jesmondbeachbox.co.uk
Beamish Park Hotel, Marley Hill
Set in the heart of the beautiful North East countryside, Beamish Park Hotel is just seven miles from Newcastle city centre and 10 miles from Durham City.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: From £5.00 (175ml)
Contact details can be found at https://www.beamish-park-hotel.co.uk
The Beehive, Earsdon
In view of St. Mary’s Island and the golden sands of Whitley Bay, The Beehive’s one-acre secret garden is always hugely popular.
Reopening Date: 15th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.beehiveearsdon.co.uk
The Black Horse, Beamish
Perched high, looking across the Beamish conservation valley lies Red Row Estate – a glorious 37 acre sprawl with lavender fields, woodland and home to the Black Horse Beamish restaurant, The Orchard Marquee, Old Red Row Rooms, Red Row Retreat, and Huckleberry Cottage.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: From £4.10 (175ml)
Contact details can be found at https://www.blackhorsebeamish.co.uk/
The Blackbird, Ponteland
Originally a castle built by warriors in the 14th Century, the Blackbird, Ponteland is one of the most remarkable inns in England.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.theblackbirdponteland.co.uk
Crusoes, Tynemouth
A unique venue with panoramic views across the rugged landscape and untamed coastline of Longsands, Crusoes provides an unparalleled location to while away a morning, afternoon or evening.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ❌
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: N/A
Contact details can be found at https://www.robinsoncrusoes.co.uk
The Hogs Head Inn, Alnwick
The Hog’s Head Inn in Alnwick is named after the tavern in the Harry Potter books and is a few minutes drive from Alnwick Castle.
Reopening Date: 17th May 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: From £3.65 (125ml)
Contact details can be found at https://www.inncollectiongroup.com/hogs-head-inn/
The Keel Row, Seaton Delaval
The award winning Keel Row in Seaton Delaval is situated just 10 miles from Newcastle City Centre, 12 miles from Newcastle International Airport and within easy reach of Ashington, Bedlington, Blyth, Cramlington, Morpeth, Sheilds, Gateshead and Ponteland.
Reopening Date: 17th May 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ❌
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at http://thekeelrow.com
The Poachers Cottage, Callerton
A spacious traditional country pub, where you can taste a wide variety of homemade food. Good beer, real ales and fine wines can be found at the bar.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.poacherscottage.co.uk/
The Runhead, Ryton
Situated on Holburn Lane, Ryton, The Runhead offers all that you’ll love in a traditional pub, wrapped up in the best of contemporary style.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.therunhead.co.uk
Secret Garden, Seaton Delaval
The Secret Garden is a first of its kind outdoor entertainment venue. Located on the old Laidlers site, expect the once worn out wholesale site to be transformed into a unique floral garden hosting the very best food, drink and entertainment the North East has to offer.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ❌
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://m.facebook.com/pg/SDSecretGarden/
The South Beach, Blyth
I couldn’t not include my local. We’ve missed the place so much so if you’re planning a visit here we might (socially distant) bump in to each other.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://m.facebook.com/TheSouthBeachAtBlyth
South Causey Inn, Stanley
Nestled in 100 acres of the beautiful Beamish Valley countryside, South Causey Inn offers the most idyllic environment for casual dining, relaxing country getaways, weddings and corporate events.
Reopening Date: 15th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.southcausey.co.uk
Twin Farms, Kenton Bank Foot
A cosy pub in Kenton Bank Foot.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at http://sjf.co.uk/our-pubs/twin-farms/
White Swan, Ovingham
The White Swan is a newly refurbished, fantastic community local pub, situated in the beautiful village of Ovingham on The Tyne Valley.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ✅
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://www.thewhiteswanovingham.co.uk
The Woodmans Arms, Whickham
At the top of the hill, hidden amongst the trees, The Woodmans Arms is more than just a pub, it’s definitely a venue worth travelling to and one of the prettiest places in the North East.
Reopening Date: 12th April 2021
Covered Outdoor Seating: ✅
Dog Friendly: ✅
On-site Parking: ✅
Outdoor Play Area: ❌
Glass Of Wine Price: TBC
Contact details can be found at https://thewoodmansarms.com
Please contact the venues directly or check their social media for opening updates.
If you are venturing out when the lockdown begins to ease, please remember that these venues have been closed to the public for months, there’s bound to be teething problems while we all adjust to the new rules so be patient and be kind.
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