10 of the best farm shops in Newcastle and the surrounding areas

by Rachael Ellis

If you’re currently searching for ‘a farm shop near me’ , we’re bringing you our favourites in Newcastle and the surrounding areas.

Local cheeses, mouth-watering baked goods, and home-grown produce, all aesthetically loaded into a basket and packed into a brown paper bag. Farm shop shopping is the stuff of dreams.

Shopping local is a win-win situation for the environment, for smaller businesses and for your kitchen cupboards. Plus, farm shops often have a cute cafe, or are set in idyllic surroundings, so they can be a great option for a wholesome day out.

To help you get started, we’ve found the six best farm shops in Newcastle and the surrounding areas.

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The Blagdon Farm Shop, Blagdon

Milkhope Centre, Blagdon, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE13 6DA

Seven miles north of Newcastle city centre, set in the beautiful Northumberland countryside you’ll find the Blagdon Farm Shop.

The Farm Shop, Butchery and Bakehouse stock items from over 50 different local providers, including mouth-watering puddings, biscuits, cakes and condiments.

Their award-winning butchery is the perfect pick for stocking up for a special BBQ this summer, paired with veggies delivered to the shop within 15 minutes of being picked, and some home-baked bread… our mouths are watering.

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North Acomb Farm Shop, Stocksfield 

North Acomb Farm, Stocksfield, NE43 7UF

North Acomb Farm Shop rear and make the majority of their produce on site. From their Aberdeen Angus to their home-baked pies and pastries and even butter, everything is about as fresh as you can get.

Head there on a Saturday afternoon for a mooch and a scoop of Morwick Dairy ice cream, and pick up some of their homemade sausages, using their own seasoning recipe, for brekkie the next day. They’re the ultimate cure for any Sunday sore head.

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The Honey Tree, Heaton

68 Heaton Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE6 5HL 

Okay, so it’s not a farm shop, but it’s giving farm shop.

The Honey Tree in Heaton is an independent health food shop specialising in healthy, fresh and local organic foods. They have fresh veg delivered weekly, and fresh bread delivered daily, all sourced with taste, health and welfare in mind.

Our favourite thing about The Honey Tree is their veg boxes. Each week the team make up veg boxes based on what is in season and what customers are loving at the time – so it’s always different. Plus, if you can’t make it to the store, they can deliver – just check their website for more details.

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Broom House Farm Shop, Durham

Broom House Farm, Witton Gilbert, Durham, DH7 6TR

Broom House Farm Shop won both Small Farm Shop of the Year and Farm Shop Butchery of the Year in 2023, so it’s a must visit.

Although they specialise in high quality beef, lamb and pork you can also shop lots of other local delights, like cheese, honey and dairy products, all while enjoying gorgeous views over Durham City Centre.

We recommend visiting on a weekend morning and heading to the cafe for the freshest Full English ever, with ingredients all supplied by the farm – but get there early, it’s super popular.

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Brocksbushes Farm Shop and Tea Room, Corbridge

Brocksbushes Farm, Northumberland, NE43 7UB

Brocksbushes started 40 years ago, simply selling homegrown produce from a flatbed trailer.

Now a farm shop, tearoom and ‘pick your own’ venue, it’s grown so popular that summer 2024 will see the team move into their much larger, brand new home featuring an in-house butchery, larger cafe and children’s play barn.

If you can’t wait until then, head to the award-winning farm shop and cafe for an amazing selection of cakes, scones, pies, pastries and produce – with tonnes of gluten and wheat-free options available.

HLN TOP TIP: Check out their selection of frozen ready meals made in-house by their chefs in the Farm Kitchen.

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Northumberland Cheese Farm, Blagdon

The Cheese Farm, Green Lane, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE13 6BZ

If you’re a cheese lover (and who isn’t?!), you have reached Nirvana.

The Cheese Farm in Blagdon is the home of the Northumberland Cheese Company and houses a shop and cafe which will fulfil all of your fromage fantasies.

Pop into the shop in the ‘Cheese Loft’ to sample their delicious cheeses, chutneys and crackers, and pick up everything you need to assemble the perfect grazing board for your next get together. They also stock lots of locally produced beers, wines and spirits to pair with it, and the expert staff will be more than happy to advise.

Then, check out the cafe and treat yourself to an Afternoon Tea complete with sandwiches, cheese, cheese scones and sweet treats. The perfect day out.

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Moorhouse Farm Shop, Morpeth

Stannington, Morpeth, NE61 6AW
For a truly local stock-up, Moorhouse Farm Shop is a must.
They pride themselves on sourcing virtually all of their meat from their own farms just down the road, meaning quality and freshness are front and centre. Alongside their own produce, over 80% of what they sell comes from within 50 miles, from fresh bread, fruit and veg delivered daily to local milk, eggs, cheeses, preserves and even honey from nearby bees.
If your ideal farm shop trip involves filling the boot with genuinely local produce, this one deserves a spot on your list.

Homer Hill Farm Shop, Houghton le Spring

Homer Hill Farm, Houghton le Spring, DH5 9RG
A proper traditional farm shop with serious foodie appeal.
At Homer Hill, the butchers still do things the old-school way — properly maturing carcasses, hand cutting joints and hand making sausages to create the very best flavour and quality. Their farm shop is packed with homemade goodies too, from fresh scones, cakes and fruit pies baked daily to handmade pies, soups, ready meals and deli counter favourites.
Beyond the food, you’ll also find locally sourced gifts, artisan products, Durham gin, local honey, cheeses and even Doddington Dairy ice cream.
If you’re feeling fancy, their homemade Afternoon Teas are well worth booking ahead.

Mainsgill Farm Shop, Richmond

Mainsgill Farm, East Layton, Richmond, DL11 7PN
Okay, it’s a little further afield, but worth every mile.
Mainsgill is less of a quick farm shop stop and more of a full-blown foodie destination. Their huge food hall is packed with home-reared meats, local produce, homemade ready meals, cheeses, deli favourites and one of the most dangerously tempting pie counters in the North.
Their in-house bakery keeps the shelves stocked with fresh sausage rolls, quiches and cakes daily, while the fruit and veg section champions fresh seasonal produce sourced as locally as possible.
If you’re making a day of it, the tearoom is a must for a home-cooked lunch and one of their famously good cakes.

Hillheads Farm Shop, Backworth

Hillheads Farm, Backworth, North Tyneside

Fresh, local produce with countryside charm just outside the city.
Hillheads Farm Shop is a brilliant shout for everything from your weekly fruit and veg run to finding artisan goodies and thoughtful gifts. They’re passionate about supporting local farmers and suppliers, bringing in seasonal produce, fresh meats and locally made products with genuinely friendly service.
A lovely bonus: they also sell beautiful plants, from olive trees to statement garden pieces, making this a great spot for both foodies and home lovers alike.
Keep an eye on their Facebook page for seasonal arrivals and plant updates.
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Rachael Ellis
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After gaining a first in her BA Media and Journalism degree at Northumbria University, Rachael worked at Newcastle’s leading regional newspaper with her stories being picked up in national and global newspapers. She spent two very successful years giving a voice to those communities across the North East who otherwise…

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