About this tour
Set out from Morpeth Train Station for a six-hour exploration of Northumberland's coast, stopping at fishing villages and food producers along the way. Your guide steers you towards working seafood businesses and local suppliers most visitors miss, moving between spots by air-conditioned coach. Taste oysters from Lindisfarne, regional specialities, and local drinks whilst hearing stories about the area's medieval warfare and folklore. All meals, hot drinks, and refreshments come included.
Highlights
- Fresh Lindisfarne oysters harvested nearby
- Off-the-beaten-track food producers and suppliers
- Charming working fishing villages
- Local beers, ciders, and non-alcoholic alternatives
- Northumbrian history and haunted hotel tale
- Coastal scenery throughout the day
- Lunch and hot drinks included
What to expect
You'll board at Morpeth station and spend the morning and early afternoon travelling between established food businesses and village stops. Expect to step out of the coach regularly—sometimes for a quick tasting, sometimes for a longer sit-down meal. The guide shares historical detail about the region's past conflicts and folklore as you eat. Most stops involve working fishing operations or family-run food producers rather than tourist restaurants. Pace varies: some stretches are social and leisurely, others quieter as you absorb the views or listen to stories.
Good to know
Wear comfortable walking shoes for village exploration. The route follows coastal roads with occasional uneven surfaces, though all stops are wheelchair accessible. Bring a light jacket for potential wind. Alcohol is offered at each tasting stop, but alcohol-free versions of local drinks are always available. Dietary requirements can be arranged if notified in advance.
Frequently asked
- How long does Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour take?
- Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour runs for approximately 6 hours.
- How much does Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $155 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Northumbrian Coastline Food Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.