This is a review about the Christmas evenings at Signals, where they offered a set menu and…read morerequired diners to book in advance. This is different to how they usually operate. Being vegan, it can sometimes be awkward to find places that will cater for my dietary requirements, especially around the holidays, but I'd heard good things about Signals so I contacted them and they were more than happy to provide vegan alternatives for me. They sent me an email with various different options so I could choose (unlike other places that will just provide one vegan dish) and the whole table-booking process was made easy, I could even pay the table deposit over the phone. The Christmas menu had four courses (starter, main, dessert and coffees with mince pies) and cost £25. A deposit of £10 per person was required. Each course had four different choices, although there was only one vegetarian option for a main course - Goat's cheese, mushroom and leek pie. The vegan dish they made for me was a mushroom and vegetable pie with a creamy tofu sauce. When we arrived the place was empty! But we had chosen to have a fairly early meal on a Sunday evening. However we were glad that we'd chosen to go at that time as, when we were coming to the end of our meal, lots of very loud people started steadily arriving to go upstairs for cocktails. All the drunken shouting, singing and walking in-and-out of the main door wasn't something we'd expected at all. I felt sorry for the diners who were still just starting their meals with all that noise going on. This is the only reason I haven't given Signals five stars. Onto the food! Each course was presented so nicely that it really did make it feel like a special meal. And Signals had laid out Christmas crackers for people so it felt very Christmassy. The food arrived in good time (courses arrived shortly after we said we were ready for them; there was no unnecessary waiting time) and the food was always steaming hot. My vegan portions seemed massive compared to everyone else's meals (I'm not complaining though!) and we left feeling more than comfortably full. It all tasted wonderful, I don't have anything bad to say about the food at all, and my dining companion said her food was lovely as well. The service was friendly and not over-bearing but available when we needed them, The drinks were reasonably priced and I definitely think the meal was worth what we paid for it. I'm definitely planning to go back; I like supporting local businesses but I also want to support places that cater really well for different dietary needs. And I want to try some of those cocktails that everyone was enjoying!! Visited December 2014.

Called in here for Sunday breakfast, the "full Yorkshire breakfast" was superb !!…read more There is also a farm shop to browse around.

very large coffee shop open 7 days a week inside poplar tree garden centre. Its a weekly must for…read moreme and my colleagues when we are in durham on business to eat at Brambles coffee Shop Durham. Easily accessible off the a1 with free parking and I can even do my weekly food shopping in the farm shop. The thing i love the most about brambles coffee shop are the daily specials and the brambles club sandwich. this place has a wonderful atmosphere, not like you usual fast food coffee shops, more like a restaurant but with very cheap prices. you can eat and drink for under £5 easily and be well fed with huge portions. In summer you can not beat sitting outside in the sunshine at brambles. this place can get extremely busy and must do tremendously well. thats why they have decided to build a large extension i suppose but it just shows what good friendly service, good comfy atmosphere and good value tasty food can do. I can highly recommend the paninis or the prawn salad. the salads are very large so go hungry first.

Well Hello, did I just fall through a wormhole and traveled back in time? This place will transform…read moreyou to prewar England Circa late 30's maybe 1940. Beautifully and tastefully decorated paying homage to all things prewar hanging on walls and fire mantle, don't miss the restroom. Even if you don't have to go? GO! It's too interesting to miss. The waitresses even dress the part with their dresses, makeup and hair perfectly quaffed. The food; well, I was pleasantly surprised. At first I thought charming quaint themed atmosphere tea room food must be either subpar or just okay. I ordered the daily special and my oh my to my surprise it was real good food served with real Hartlepool happy hospitality. I cannot fault this place. Well expect that it's too far from Miami, Florida. But when in Hartlepool England check this place out for afternoon tea with great Hartlepool charm Prewar. Don't worry you'll be transported back to present times once you get the bill. Not incredibly pricey but not incredibly cheap either I'd say it's reasonable for the food, service and charm. Enjoy.

My daughter recommended we visit here since she enjoyed it so much on her visit to England last…read moreyear. We stopped in here with family for a afternoon snack. It is beautifully decorated with colorful vintage memorabilia. We ordered sandwiches, scones, cheesecakes. Everything was delicious and reasonably priced. I really loved this place!! Also, the owner is sweet and kind.

After an exhausting walk following the incorrect route 'coast to coast', I found myself at this…read morelovely tea garden. The bacon in the BLT sandwich was amazing! That was followed by a delicious brownie. Recommend highly!

Lovely place in the middle of the forest to stop for a 'cuppa'. Next to the wonderful Falling Foss…read morewaterfall. Great service, lovely atmosphere.

Afternoon tea at the Running Fox is an absolute delight. If you can't finish it they will give you…read morea takeaway box. Chances are you won't finish there's so much of it. Lovely treat and they do gift vouchers.

This is an artisan bakery, coffee shop and newsagent. I went for lunch on 2 November, it is worth…read moreringing to book a table as it gets very busy. The prices are very reasonable, I do hope they stay that way. The bread and cakes for sale in the shop and to eat in are amazing!!! They do a breakfast selection before 11am which looks super. I had pumpkin soup with bread, I got seven different slices of their home baked bread with a very tasty soup wonderful. They do sandwiches, melts, pies, quiche, stews and specials of the day! Well worth a visit and a return visit!

Waterside as the name suggests is along the river & the scenery is beautiful - some nice cafes for…read morethe usual drinks, snacks, ice cream etc. On New Years Day there is a 'duck race' organised by Knaresborough cricket club - which is always really busy & gets you out to clear your head!

All I can say is that the waterside would never be the same place without RON! Don't think about…read moreleaving..... Now that the Boathouse Cafe has closed along with De Mario's and Now the Yorkshire Lass we really need you there. It is one of the most stunning locations I have ever had the pleasure of sitting down to a hot chocolate at. It is a very friendly family run business. Jules is really the captian but lets ron wear the hat. You can tell if Claire is working as you will hear the laughing from 1/2 a mile away. A great Place. You'll love it!

I had afternoon tea here earlier in the week and it was delightful! Really tasty soup, sandwiches,…read morecakes and pastries and the staff were so nice. We stayed a little over closing time and they couldn't have been more accommodating. Would definitely recommend and can't wait to go again!

We visited the Tea Room on the Wall for my birthday and had a lovely time!…read more The actual tea room is on a rural working farm, with ample parking and beautiful views of the local countryside. The staff were very friendly and made a fuss of me for my birthday, which was very appreciated! I had the Victoria Sponge cake, which was vegan-friendly and delicious! The servings were *very* generous! The rest of my group enjoyed their cake as well as flavoured hot chocolates. We really enjoyed the vibe here, the friendly staff and above all, the excellent food and drink. We'll be returning! :-)