Finding activities to do when the kids are off school can be tricky, but many struggle to resist the offer of a plate of chips or chicken nuggets.
Everywhere accepts children, but it can be easier if the venue has somewhere where they can burn a bit of energy off.
Many of the best-ranked places have some kind of play area, meaning the kids can run free while the adults sit back and enjoy some peace and quiet.
Here is a list of the best 19 restaurants or cafes to take children to in Northumberland, according to Google reviews:
1. The Crazy Horse Saloon, Morpeth
A 4.5-star ranking according to Google, with 103 reviews. Photo: Tripadvisor
2. The Three Wheat Heads Inn, Thropton
A 4.5-star ranking according to Google, with 419 reviews. Photo: Google
3. Willow Farm, Cramlington
A 4-star ranking according to Google, with 2,400 reviews. Photo: Google
4. The Bosk, Branton
A 4.4-star ranking according to Google, with 61 reviews. Photo: Contributed