As the name suggests, it breaks overnight fasting (assuming you managed to get some sleep), boosts your energy and alertness and sets you up for whatever the day has to throw at you. There are a myriad of Northumberland cafes, restaurants and bars that serve breakfast, be it hearty or healthy. Here are the top 23 examples according to reviewers on TripAdvisor.
9. Wentworth Cafe, Hexham
TripAdvisor rating 4/5/5. A recent reviewer wrote: "I chose the vegetarian breakfast although I am not a vegetarian. Oh my god it was absolutely amazing. Tasty ingredients and well cooked. It had halloumi, spinach, mushrooms, hash brown, poached egg, beans, tomato and toast. Photo: Google
10. Running Fox, Shilbottle
TripAdvisor rating: 5/5. A recent reviewer wrote: "All I can say if the 'full English' is anything to go by then the 'afternoon tea' must be bloody incredible!" Tel: 01665 660721 Photo: JPI Media
11. The Drift Cafe, Cresswell.
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5. A recent reviewer wrote: "Service is excellent staff and owners are really friendly and the food is superb home cooked fare. Super coffee and sausage sandwich. We will return." Tel: 01670 861599 Photo: Paul Larkin
12. The Running Fox, Felton
TripAdvisor rating: 4.5/5. The last reviewer wrote: "We had been looking forward to visiting for breakfast on the strength of friends recommendations and we were not disappointed. The staff were friendly and attentive and the service was quick and efficient." Tel: 01665 660721 Photo: supplied