Blaydon
Things to do in Blaydon, Tyne and Wear
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Blaydon is a working town in Tyne and Wear where eating out is what brings visitors through. There are a handful of restaurants and cafes scattered across the area, ranging from casual spots to places worth a deliberate trip. Emmas Restaurant and Inline Nutrition both rate 4.9, the latter appearing to focus on nutrition-conscious food. Petros Restaurant (4.4 from 638 reviews) and Pineapple and Bears Limited (4.4 from 151 reviews) suggest there is some established local following. Cafe Shrub rates 4.2 and offers a more informal option, while The Food Pantry rounds out the choices.
This is not a destination where you would base yourself for a weekend break. If you are in the area—passing through or living nearby—there are places worth stopping for. The volume of reviews for Petros and Cafe Shrub suggests they are the kind of steady neighbourhood spots that do steady business, while the smaller venues offer more specialist fare. The consistently decent ratings across the board indicate the food scene here takes itself seriously enough.
Where to stay in Blaydon
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9.4
Hoppers Cottage Guest House
Whickham, Gateshead
from £75/night
Premier Inn Newcastle Metro Centre
Derwent Haugh Road, Gateshead
Travelodge Gateshead
Clasper Way, Gateshead
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Clasper Way, Newcastle upon Tyne
Delta Hotels Newcastle Gateshead by Marriott
Metrocentre, Gateshead
The Gibside Hotel
Front Street, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Hedgefield House
Stella Road, Blaydon-on-Tyne
Michelangelos - Rooms Restaurant & Bar
Stella Road, Gateshead
Things to Do in Blaydon
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Attractions Near Blaydon
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Camping in Blaydon
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Brockwell Wood
⭐ 4.5
West Wood Yurts (Cut Thorn Farm)
⭐ 4.8
West Wood Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Derwent Park Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.4 · from £22/night
Stampley Moss Farm
⭐ 4.9 · from £20/night
Byreside Caravan Site
⭐ 4.6 · from £22/night
The High Hermitage Holiday Park
⭐ 4.1 · from £17/night
Beamish Holiday Park
⭐ 3.8 · from £32/night
Self-Catering Cottages in Blaydon
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Haven in the Burn
2 bed · sleeps 5 · from £537
Burn View
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £547
Stable House
3 bed · sleeps 6
Tiny House Railway Carriage Number 1
1 bed · sleeps 2
Meadowfield View
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £453
Isabella Cottage
3 bed · sleeps 5 · from £267
Staithes House
4 bed · sleeps 6 · from £1,381
The Inn and Around
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £523
Common questions about Blaydon
Where can I eat in Blaydon?
We list 9 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Blaydon.
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