# The Lakes Cafe, Houghton le Spring — Reviews & Opening Hours > The Lakes Cafe — Coffee Shop in Houghton le Spring with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Rated 4.9/5 from 7 Google reviews. Opening hours, location and directions. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/restaurants/the-lakes-cafe (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Coffee Shop # The Lakes Cafe Colliery Lane, Houghton-Le-Spring [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=17455125569419768063&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) **In short:** The Lakes Cafe is a coffee shop in Houghton-Le-Spring, rated 4.9 out of 5 from 7 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About The Lakes Cafe The Lakes Cafe sits within Hetton Lyons Park on Colliery Lane. The cafe serves coffee, cakes and ice cream, with seating both inside and outside. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5. The venue is suited to children and groups, and positioned conveniently for visitors walking around the park. ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Tuesday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Wednesday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Thursday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Friday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ## What's nearby - Springboard Adventure - Hetton Lyons Country Park next door - Hetton Lyons Country Park next door Distances as the crow flies, via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.9 / 5 (7 reviews) **Good for children** Yes **Good for groups** Yes **Food hygiene rating** 5 out of 5 – Very good **Destination** Houghton-Le-Spring Food hygiene rating from the [Food Standards Agency](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/652990). [More restaurants in Houghton-Le-Spring](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/restaurants) ★ 4.9 (7 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £1 – £10 [0191 526 6684](tel:01915266684) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Houghton-Le-Spring **Plus Code** 9C6WRHF5+P6 ### 🏨 Places to stay near Houghton-Le-Spring Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DHoughton-Le-Spring%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of The Lakes Cafe? The Lakes Cafe is open Mon–Sun 9am–3pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is The Lakes Cafe any good? The Lakes Cafe is rated 4.9 out of 5 from 7 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5. ### Is The Lakes Cafe good for children? Yes, The Lakes Cafe is listed as good for children. ### How do I contact The Lakes Cafe? Call The Lakes Cafe on +44 191 526 6684. ## More near The Lakes Cafe ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Highfield Hotel ★ 4.4 · 1.6 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/hotels/highfield-hotel) - [The Village Inn Murton Seaham ★ 4.3 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seaham/hotels/the-village-inn-murton-seaham) - [The Seaton Lane Inn - The Inn Collection Group ★ 4.3 · 2.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seaham/hotels/the-seaton-lane-inn-the-inn-collection-group) - [Three Horseshoes Leamside ★ 4.6 · 3.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/hotels/three-horseshoes-leamside) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Hay Barn 0.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/cottages/the-hay-barn-syk1061870) - [Sycamore Room 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/sycamore-room-syk1168702) - [Cathedral Room 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/cathedral-room-syk1169689) - [Bambara Room 1.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/cottages/bambara-room-syk1169691) ### Campsites nearby - [Sharpley Camping ★ 4.8 · 1.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seaton/camping/sharpley-camping) - [Conifer Rise Certificated Site ★ 4.6 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/camping/conifer-rise-certificated-site) - [Carrsides Farm (Certified Location) ★ 4.6 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/camping/carrsides-farm-certified-location) - [Finchale Abbey Touring Park ★ 4.5 · 4.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/durham/camping/finchale-abbey-touring-park) ### Things to do nearby - [Karting North East ★ 4.7 · 1.8 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/sunderland/attractions/karting-north-east) - [Houghton Sports & Wellness Centre ★ 4.4 · 1.9 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/attractions/houghton-sports-wellness-centre) - [Down at the Farm ★ 4.5 · 2.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/houghton-le-spring/attractions/down-at-the-farm) - [The Hole In Wand Dalton Park ★ 4.6 · 2.7 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/seaham/attractions/the-hole-in-wand-dalton-park)