Rocking Horse Cafe & Gallery

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  Chris Kightley

  ·1 month ago

  “We just got a take out of coffees and cakes but would have loved to hung around if we had more time. They have a cafe garden area beyond the main cafe which is great for views of surrounding farm lands but also great if you have dogs. They'll come to you with a menu so just grab a seat. Immediately around the same vicinity, they have some other arts and crafts shops, metal works, wood work, fashion and jewelry etc.”

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  Sam Stone

  ·1 month ago

  “We were doing some sightseeing in the area with my parents and saw this place on the map. Had good reviews and menu looked good. Nice cafe with friendly owners (and lovely well behaved dogs!) Large cafe style menu with plenty of options. I love beef burgers but they don't have any on their menu, so I had decided the day before that I was going to have the lasagne (which I was sure I would enjoy) However, when we arrived we were shown a specials board which had beef and lamb burgers on it, so I had to have the beef burger, and I am very glad I did! Perfectly cooked burger, still juicy and a great meaty taste. Came with plenty of cheese and really really thin bacon (almost like crispy pancetta) which was perfect. Instead of fries, the burger came with an amazing salad (so felt much healthier) They also have a large selection of homemade cakes so we had to get some to take away! I got a pice of the lime, courgette and pistachio cake, and my wife got a piece of the victoria sponge. Both were excellent. Perfectly cooked, lovely texture and flavour. Will definitely visit again when we're in the area. Highly recommend.”

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  Lynnethm

  ·3 months ago

  “Our first visit here despite living locally! Fantastic find. Beautiful garden space outside with great views - so peaceful. I had one of the home baked cakes. Delicious! Lovely young server - very warm and welcoming. Dog friendly and we made friends with the owners’ Collies! Will definitely return.”

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  LARS T

  ·4 months ago

  “Cute and cozy place to calm down. The Food was delicious and local, the service attentive but not intensive. Not recommended for people being in a rush or looking out for the very fancy. Here you get a down to earth atmosphere which I appreciate a lot.”

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  Jo G

  ·4 months ago

  “The Rocking Horse Café was a convenient stop on the way to Bamburgh, helped along by its good reviews and adequate parking we decided to give it a try. Service was acceptable, food was fine, and nothing arrived late or cold — but nothing particularly stood out either. It sits firmly in the category of perfectly serviceable. Where things slipped a little was the general presentation. The café felt a bit tatty, with piles of stored items on one table in the corner, effectively taking it out of use and giving the room that “temporary storage area” vibe. Not disastrous, just… noticeable. The garden, which we didn’t use thanks to the weather, looked like it had been fighting a losing battle with a mole uprising. Even from the doorway it had that slightly shabby, uneven look that suggests nature is winning on points. Prices for what we had — just a scone/snack — felt on the higher side, especially for somewhere that could really benefit from a tidy up. With a tidy, a declutter, a bit of TLC and a truce with the moles, it could easily live up to its reviews. As it stands, it’s fine, but not somewhere I’d rush back to.”

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  Derek Henderson

  ·4 months ago

  “⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What a hidden gem! The Rocking Horse Café and Gallery is one of those wonderful places that instantly makes you feel at home the moment you walk through the door. The food is delicious — freshly prepared, generous portions, and full of flavour — and the coffee is genuinely excellent. Everything feels homemade and done with real care. The gallery space adds something special too. It's a lovely touch to browse beautiful local artwork while enjoying your lunch, and the whole place has a warm, creative atmosphere that sets it apart from your average café. But perhaps best of all — it's wonderfully dog friendly! Our four-legged companion was made to feel every bit as welcome as we were, which always means the world to dog owners. The staff couldn't have been more warm and attentive. If you're visiting the Alnwick area, this place is an absolute must. A real credit to the local community. We'll definitely be back!”

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  Abbie

  ·4 months ago

  “Visited for afternoon tea. Lovely, friendly little cafe and the nicest afternoon tea we've had! Everything fresh and homemade. Will definitely be back ☺️”

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  Zoe Poscha

  ·4 months ago

  “Very welcoming. Staff extremely friendly. Food was delicious, myself hubby and youngest all enjoyed. Dog friendly too which was great. Would definitely recommend.”

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  Tan Wood

  ·5 months ago

  “Wonderful little find, just off the A1. Fabulous locally sourced home made food, very dog friendly, lovely staff too. We sat outside in their garden with amazing views. We got a huge pot of tea! Theres a little shop and some forged art to buy too. We will definately be back.”

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  Hannah Asquith

  ·7 months ago

  “Lovely dog friendly welcome! Excellent home cooked local food. Perfect pit stop before the long journey home”