We are fortunate enough to have numerous walker-friendly watering holes which provide the perfect place to quench your thirst with a refreshing pint.
Here, we look at 10 of the best options close to popular walking routes around the county.
5. The Ship Inn, Newton-by-the-Sea
Pub owner Christine Forsyth, pictured left, has been at the helm since 1999.
On the Ship Inn website, she writes: 'To stand on the beach on a moonlight night and hear the seals calling from the rocks, to watch the path of the moon on the sea and see the fingers of Dunstanburgh castle stand black against the sky or to watch the sun rise over the sea on a glorious summer morning - these are the things that make Low Newton the very special and unique place it is. And make people return time and again.'
A most beautiful coastal walk starts from the pub; you can turn right and walk to Craster past the dramatic ruins of Dunstanburgh Castle or turn left and walk over the headland onto the beautiful Beadnell beach and on toward Seahouses. Photo: Jane Coltman
6. The Jolly Fisherman, Craster
The pretty harbour village of Craster is a delightful place for keen walkers. Most strike out along the shore towards Dunstanburgh Castle. The path takes you through farmland with the rocky shoreline to your right. The historic Jolly Fisherman pub in the heart of Craster is full of tradition and character with stone flagged floors, low beamed ceilings and comfortable seating. In the winter months, you can relax by one of our roaring open fires and in the summer enjoy the view from one of the most spectacular beer gardens in Northumberland. Photo: Jane Coltman
7. The Amble Inn, Amble
Northumberland's newest pub with rooms, The Amble Inn offers bed and breakfast accommodation in 30 contemporary en-suite bedrooms, homemade pub food served all day, plus a wide range of drinks. Fully accessible and family friendly with handy, free on site parking and a great children’s play area.
The Amble Inn is situated at the gateway to the Northumberland Coast, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is the perfect place from which to eat, drink, sleep and explore from. Photo: Jane Coltman
8. The Cook & Barker, Newton on the Moor
You'll have worked up an appetite after completing an eight mile circular walk taking in Overgrass, Snook Bank, Glantlees and Sheil Dykes, starting at the Cook and Barker pub and finishing with a well deserved pint.
William Farmer and Phil Farmer recently won a Countryside Alliance Award. Judges praises its growth from a simple bar to the enterprise it is today, which is dedicated to serving good food, drink and accommodation while still acting as a community hub. Photo: No