The Old Club House 1869 in Northumberland

Stayed in a nearby cottage and stopped off at the Oak Inn for a bar meal on our first evening. Everyone was very friendly, there was a nice atmosphere and the food was tasty and well priced.

Been here before perhaps last year, and recalled it was quite nice so I was passing on my own and decided to call in for a coffee and cake. I liked the look of the Victoria sponge that looked homemade so ordered a piece of that and a cappuccino. The young girl serving me said to pay at the end when I’d finished. I knew I wouldn’t be ordering anything else and didn’t want to have to join a queue again so said I’d pay now. She looked awkward and then said £11.75. I said she must’ve made a mistake but confirmed it was correct. The cake was £7.10!!!! Now I like cake but I don’t £7.10 like it. She said it was because if blah blah blah, I’d zoned out though as I was so stunned. I said then I’d have a piece of coffee and walnut - also £7.10. Errrrr no. She said the shortbread was cheaper at £3.50. I don’t want shortbread and then felt like she’s offering me something cheaper because she thinks I can’t afford it. I decided not to bother as I wasn’t going to be ripped off. No wonder you’re told to pay afterwards as it’s too late then! No prices on any of the cakes, I guess it’s because nobody would ever order one then! This is a cafe in Berwick love, not The Ritz! I’ll expect to see it’s closed down by the new year as none of the locals are going to go in and pay those prices!

Lovely attentive, respectful staff .Fantastic views . Food good . Would recommend eating here rather than hotel

Never in my life have I encountered someone as ill-mannered and discourteous in customer service as the blonde woman we crossed paths with whilst stopping here. Attitudes like that are something that will guarantee a customer never to return. Hopefully she can cheer up with the onset of the festive season and provide a more pleasant experience for future visitors.

Lovely service from Ben. Thanks!